8 things to do around Chicago: Maná, Sasha Velour and a sale at the Mart

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Maná: The Mexican pop band and one of the best-selling Latin music artists ever is coming to Chicago — the México Lindo Y Querido tour is at the United Center this weekend. April 28-29 at the United Center, 1901 W. Madison St.; 800-745-3000 and www.ticketmaster.com

“The Big Reveal Live Show!”: Sasha Velour hosts evenings of drag and storytelling, this weekend only in Chicago, in celebration of her new book “The Big Reveal: An Illustrated Manifesto of Drag.” The New York-based Velour was the winner of the ninth season of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” and last toured through Illinois with her show “Smoke & Mirrors.” April 29-30 at the Broadway Playhouse, 175 E. Chestnut St.; tickets from $66 at 800-775-2000 and www.broadwayinchicago.com

Poetry Fest: This free event features poetry readings, workshops and exhibitors. A Haiku Fest starts off the morning, with youth poets reading their original works. Avery r. young, who was named the city’s first Poet Laureate, will give the event’s keynote address. If you want to show off your own work, an open mic session will close out the festivities. 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. April 29 at the Harold Washington Library Center, 400 S. State St.; free, more information at chipublib.bibliocommons.com/events

Logan Square Volunteer Fair: Bad weather led to this event, originally slated for April 16, to be rescheduled. Learn about local nonprofits and community organizations that are looking for volunteers in Logan Square and surrounding neighborhoods. Participating organizations are involved in a variety of areas, including homelessness, animal rescue, the environment and literacy. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 30 at Pilot Project Brewing, 2140 N. Milwaukee Ave.; free, more information at eventbrite.com

One of a Kind Spring Show: If you love art and handmade goods, this event is for you. The show will feature about 300 artists, makers and designers from across North America selling accessories, paintings, ceramics, home goods, photography, fashion, jewelry, sculpture, furniture, pet products and more. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. April 28-29 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 30 on the 7th floor of The Mart, 222 W. Merchandise Mart Plaza; tickets are $15 for all three days, more information at oneofakindshowchicago.com

The Other Art Fair: More than 100 artists from around the world will showcase their work at this event, which will also feature immersive installations, performances and DJs. There will also be a bar and an outdoor lounge with food and drinks, including Soul & Smoke and Fat Miilk. 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. April 28, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. April 29 and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 30 at Artifact Events, 4325 N. Ravenswood Ave.; tickets are $20 at theotherartfair.com

A return for “Van Gogh”: Now at Lighthouse Immersive, your ticket to the new “Mozart Immersive: The Soul of A Genius” will also gain you admission to “Immersive Van Gogh,” which recently concluded a two-year engagement but is back by popular demand. “Mozart Immersive” begins with the composer as a boy and is set to strains of his “Don Giovanni,” “The Magic Flute” and other greatest-hits selections. The two shows will be running in rotation from May 1. At Lighthouse ArtSpace Chicago, 108 W. Germania Pl.; tickets from $27 at mozartimmersive.com

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show”: In the hands of a Chicago Children’s Theatre cast, Eric Carle’s timeless picture book comes to life with the help of 75 puppets. The show also features three other Carle stories for young audiences, including “Brown Bear, Brown Bear,” “10 Little Rubber Ducks” and “The Very Busy Spider.” Through June 4 at Chicago Children’s Theatre at the Station, 100 S. Racine Ave.; chicagochildrenstheatre.org