CHICAGO, July 8, 2011  -- The following is being released by Old St. Patrick's Church:

What: Two Nights of World Class Rock at the 27th annual World's Largest Block Party. The Block Party is a Chicago Summer tradition not to be missed – each year nearly 20,000 people enjoy two blocks of music, food and fun. Tickets are $40 in advance;$45 at the gate, a two-night pass is available for $75. The price of admission includes five FREE beverages; a choice of beer, wine, soda or bottled water. You could get your beverage from a host of local celebrity bartenders.

When/Who: Friday, July 15

Mainstage
Farraday—5:40 p.m.
Cobra Starship—7:40 p.m.
Plain White T's—9:00 p.m.

South Stage
Out for Hours—5:30 p.m.
Spazmatics—7:30 p.m.

Saturday, July 16

Mainstage
No Love For Linus—5:30 p.m.
Matt Nathanson—7:05 p.m.
Barenaked Ladies—8:50 p.m.

South Stage
South of 80—6:15 p.m.

TICKETS ON SALE!
www.worldslargestblockparty.com

Where: The entry gate is located at Madison and Des Plaines in Chicago's West Loop and the Party takes up two full city blocks!

Why: Proceeds support the church and the Center for Social Concerns on the Old St. Pat's campus, which houses the following outreach programs: Horizons for Youth; Career Transitions Center of Chicago; and Global Alliance for Africa.