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05/21/2025
Tomorrow, Thursday May 22nd at 10am Central we will be selling off the last of Sideshow Gelato's assets. This is your last chance to own a little piece of our short history in Chicago. Up for sale is our Scrambler booths, Spidora and most of the items from our museum. We are items 649 to 682 in the Potter and Potter Auctions Circus and Sideshow auction.
https://auctions.potterauctions.com/Catalog.aspx?auctionid=1206
05/15/2025
May 22nd all of our collectable items from Sideshow Gelato go up for auction at Potter & Potter. Starting with item 649 to the end, proceeds will help us settle shop debts. We are selling our Scrambler ride booths, our amazing Spidora built from Abbott shop plans, our Electra electric chair, custom tables, gaffs, vintage balloon pop wall, ride signs and banners by Killbuck Norman. This is the last chance to own a brief little piece of Chicago history. Click below.
https://auctions.potterauctions.com/Catalog.aspx?auctionid=1206
05/09/2025
I’m putting Zoltar up for sale to cover Sideshow Gelato debts. If you know anyone interested please hit me up and we can discuss pricing.
It’s a pre 2000 model. It’s deluxe and fully articulated with moving eyes, mouth, arm and head. This is one of eight deluxe models made by the company with this paint job. It currently accepts dollar billsls but can be upgraded by the company to take credit cards for a few hundred dollars. If interested email me at [email protected]
04/27/2025
THURSDAY MAY 22nd at 10:30am
Sideshow Gelato is selling off the last of its assets through the amazing Potter & Potter Auctions. This is a cool auction of Circus, Sideshow and Carnival items. Our part of the auction is items 649 to 682 featuring all the great things you have seen at Sideshow Gelato. Items range from our amazing backdrops, banners and art by Kilbuck Norman to custom made gaffs to vintage and antique items and our famous Scrambler Car booths. If you are a collector or want to own a piece of our all too short moment in sideshow history, check it out and help us close out the rest of the shops debts. Early online bidding is up at https://www.potterauctions.com
04/16/2025
Some know about the two world class wine cellars at the Del Rio. 20K bottles of vintage Italian, French, and Californian wine with the oldest bottles dating back to the 1800s. All sold to be enjoyed. Check out the list at The Del Rio in Highwood or at www.delriorestaurant.biz
04/10/2025
Hi all. So this is the family restaurant of Sideshow Gelato creator Jay. He was the executive chef here and is currently making gelato for the restaurant. This is a cool 100 year old place on the North Shore near Highland Park (across the street from the Metra). Please check out https://www.facebook.com/TheDelRioRestaurant and like the restaurant. There is going to be some really amazing things for the 100th year that will be worth the trip.
01/31/2025
If you ever stepped foot into Sideshow Gelato you most definitely got to see Cassidy Rose perform.
Cassidy was offered a contract with Cirque Italia's Paranormal Cirque and is currently on tour with one of their touring companies. Here she is on the morning news in Albuquerque. We all, honestly, could not be prouder of her as she plays to thousands of people (rather than dozens at best) every single night.
Check out Paranormal Cirque II's schedule (which is her company) at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mxA3M_wFcYI and tell anyone you know in any of her tour areas to go see the show and cheer her on.
We are currently gone but not forgotten. We will be posting some interesting things in the next few weeks so keep an eye out.
If you're looking for a date night idea that might give you a little scare, how about some flips and tricks with a paranormal twist? Paranormal Cirque III is...
01/22/2025
Auction is tomorrow. View and inspect the items tomorrow from 10am to noon. Auction begins at 1pm online.
If you have any questions on any of the items please feel free to message me.
Sideshow Gelato, Chicago, IL
01/17/2025
Sideshow Gelato, Chicago, IL
Address
4819 N Western Avenue
Chicago, IL
60625
Directions for reaching the gelateria and gelato shop located on N Western Avenue in Chicago are as follows:
Public Transport:
1. Take the CTA Blue Line to Western-O'Hare station.
2. Walk towards N Western Ave.
3. Turn right onto N Western Ave.
4. Walk for 5 minutes.
Driving/Parking:
1. Take Interstate-90 and exit at North Ave.
2. Turn left onto W North Ave.
3. Continue straight until you reach N Western Ave.
4. Turn right onto N Western Ave.
5. Sideshow Gelato will be on your right-hand side.
Parking options include street parking or a nearby parking garage located on Armitage Avenue and Rockwell Street, which is just a few blocks away from the shop.
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Sideshow Gelato is a gelateria and gelato shop located on N Western Avenue in Chicago that offers a unique experience to its customers. The shop has recently opened and has already gained popularity due to its fantastic sideshow performances and delicious gelato. The shop's grand opening was celebrated with ribbon cutting, free sideshow performances, and music all day long. Sideshow Gelato also offers vegan choices for those who prefer plant-based options.
The sideshow performances are the highlight of this gelato shop, featuring talented performers such as Sanjula Vamana and Brielle. The shows run approximately 45 minutes, and customers are asked for a $10 donation to help fund the mentorship program and provide top-notch performers. The evening sideshow at 7 pm is not to be missed.
Apart from the entertainment, Sideshow Gelato serves some of the best gelatos in town. Customers can choose from a wide range of flavors that are sure to satisfy their taste buds. The staff members are friendly and welcoming, making the overall experience even more enjoyable.
In conclusion, Sideshow Gelato is a must-visit place for anyone looking for an exciting evening filled with entertainment and delicious gelatos. With its unique concept, friendly staff, and mouth-watering flavors, it's no wonder why this place has become so popular among locals and tourists alike.
