Schedule of Events 2024
Grow some fins this summer with the Illinois Merpod!
Our public appearances and events can be found here! From photo ops to meet and greets, there is something for every member of the family. Add some magic into your summer with The Illinois Merpod!
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For more information on the events below and to connect with other podmates for planning, come join the Discord and Facebook Group!
Meet & Greet with Mermaid Aycayia
Puerto Rican Fest
June 6th-9th
Humboldt Park, Chicago, IL
Celebrate Puerto Rican Culture at this Chicago Festival! Meet the Taina Mermaid Aycayia all 4 days of the festival at the following times:
June 6th: 3pm-8pm
June 7th: 3pm-8pm
June 8th: 12pm-3pm
June 9th: 12pm-6pm
More information on puertoricanfest.com
Photo Ops and Meet&Greet with Whimzsea & IL Pod
Anime Midwest
June 5th
Stop by Anime Midwest in Rosemont for meet n greet opportunities, photo ops, and tail try-ons! Complete your experience by swinging by our booth inside for mermaid-themed items like crowns, jewelry, silicone bracers and more!
'Magical Minis' Photoshoots
June 15th
Professional mini photoshoots with Whimzsea Studios and team.
Several mystical sets will be available in a private backyard. Each shoot includes 3 professionally retouched and enhanced digital files. More can be purchased for $25 ea or in bundles of 5 for $100.
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Booking Required: Coming Soon
$130 / 1 hour with dedicated photographer
'Scales and Tails' Photoshoots
July 25th
Professional Mini photoshoot with Live Snakes and Reptiles through Serpentine Mermaid and The IMP Team. There will be a variety of well trained Reptiles and Snakes to pose and work with in our shallow pool or in one of our handmade fantasy backgrounds.
. Each shoot includes 3 professionally retouched and enhanced digital files. More can be purchased for $25 ea or in bundles of 5 for $100.
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Booking Required: Coming Soon
$145 / 1 hour with dedicated photographer and a selection of pythons.
Annual State BeachWeekend
Aug 10th-11th
Enjoy a relaxing weekend at the IL State Beach Park! Sat and Sun feature casual swims, photoshoots, and potluck-style meals.
Beach has been recently renovated and has added breakwalls and more sand.
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Area has both camping and hotel accommodations for those wishing to stay overnight.
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Reservations for sites can be made at
Meet A Mermaid! Pod Fundraiser
August 17th
3 Oaks Recreation Park
Bring the kids to 3 Oaks and meet a mermaid on an island! Kids (and adults!) will be able to spend time with our professional performers, get photos, and even try on a tail for a photo! Trinkets and memorabilia will be available to take home for an additional cost.
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$25 Tickets are for one adult and one child.
Additional children can be included for $10.
Proceeds go towards hosting Sunset MerCon!
- Booking Link coming soon! -
'Spooky Syren' Photoshoots
August 31st
Professional mini photoshoots with Whimzsea Studios and team.
Several mystical sets will be available in a private backyard. Each shoot includes 3 professionally retouched and enhanced digital files. More can be purchased for $25 ea or in bundles of 5 for $100.
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Booking Required: Coming Soon
$130 / 1 hour with dedicated photographer
