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The Kelley Family Reunion: Past Moments & New Memories
Together is Better
The time has finally come for us to reunite! We’re thrilled to extend the invitation, and hope you are able to attend. Keep reading to learn more, and make sure to RSVP so we can plan accordingly. Look forward to seeing you all.
2027 Kelley Family Reunion
The Windy City Takeover
Kelley family, it’s that time again!
It has already been one year since we were blessed to fellowship together in Atlanta in true Kelley fashion. After a six-year hiatus, it was a joy to experience what family is all about — laughter, memories, reflection, love, and planning the path forward.
Now that the train is back on track, it’s time to pull into our next city — the Windy City! Hold onto your hats, because Chi-Town, here we come!
Once again, we will gather to explore a great city, celebrate our family legacy, and pay homage to the many Kelley family members who lived in Chicago and helped carry our story forward. We will also host another unforgettable banquet as we honor those who came before us, while celebrating the great generation still with us today.
REUNION FEE:
Fee includes welcome pack, T-Shirt, transportation and entry to the Obama Presidential Library and Family Legends Buffet Banquet.
If you'd like to purchase additional T-shirts, the cost is $ for adults and $ for kids.
All payments are due by May 1, 2027; however, payments are needed as soon as possible.
Please send payments:
CashApp - $dlkproduction209
Zelle - namaste48@comcast.net
Venmo- @Damonkelley209
Questions or concerns regarding the reunion: DAMON KELLEY (678) 523-0221
June 10, 2027
Thursday
"Chicago Host Hotel"
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile
Address: 511 N Columbus Dr, Chicago, IL 60611
-Check in and Welcome Reception
-Pick up reunion packets, T-shirts, name badges, weekend itinerary, and welcome gifts.
-Family meet and greet and fellowship with refreshment and snacks
5:00 PM – 8:30 PM | DuSummer Thursdays Outdoor Music Series
The family will kick off the reunion with an outdoor evening of music, culture, and fellowship at the DuSummer Thursdays Outdoor Music Series at The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center.
Event: DuSummer Thursdays Outdoor Music Series
Location: Roundhouse Plaza at The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center
Address: 740 E 56th Pl, Chicago, IL 60637
Time: Doors open at 5:00 PM; show starts at 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Atmosphere: Outdoor, family-friendly, music, culture, and community
https://dusablemuseum.org/event/dusummer-music-series-5/
OR
Event: Millennium Park Summer Music Series:
Location: Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park
Address: 201 E. Randolph St., Chicago, IL 60601
Time: Doors open at 5:00 PM; show starts at 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Atmosphere: Live music, free Chicago events, summer nights, downtown itineraries, group outings
June 11, 2027
Friday
Morning Obama Presidential Library Tour
Hours 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
PRE-DETERMINED TIMED ENTRY
The family will explore the Obama Presidential Library
Transportation: Big Bus Yellow Route
Pick-up time and frequency: Every 30–45 minutes from 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM daily.
Pickup: 98 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601
Sunset Live Architecture Tour
Shoreline Sightseeing Architecture Cruise
Over 40 Chicago landmarks await you on the 75-minute Shoreline Architecture Cruise, from hidden architectural treasures to the city’s most famous landmarks. Expert live guides explain how Chicago’s buildings, architecture and engineering made the city famous.
Pick-up time: 7 PM
Pickup: Navy Pier
After the Tour | Dinner at Harry Caray’s Tavern, Navy Pier
After the river tour, the family can gather for dinner at Harry Caray’s Tavern at Navy Pier. The restaurant is located near the main entrance to Navy Pier and offers a waterfront setting, family-friendly American and Italian comfort food, and sports and pop culture memorabilia.
https://www.harrycarays.com/harry-carays-tavern-navy-pier.html
Late Night Libations | Offshore Rooftop
For adults who want to continue the evening, Offshore Rooftop at Navy Pier is a recommended late-night drinks option. Offshore is located at Navy Pier and features a large rooftop setting with views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline, along with a full-service bar.
https://www.offshorerooftop.com/gallery
June 12, 2027
Saturday
Free Day: Explore Chicago Your Way & Kelley Family Legacy Dinner
Morning / Afternoon | Free Day: Explore Chicago Your Way
Family members can enjoy Chicago at their own pace.
Suggested Options:
Hop-on, Hop-off Bus Tour
Bus tours give you the freedom to plan your own itinerary and explore the best of Chicago’s landmarks for as little or as long as you like. Hop off the tour as many times as you like within the validity period of your ticket and simply hop on again when you're ready. Bus stop sites include shopping, museums, lakefront sightseeing, restaurants, the Chicago Riverwalk, Millennium Park, Navy Pier.
For families interested in exploring Chicago’s rich Black culture, history, restaurants, neighborhoods, art, and heritage, visit:
Black Culture in Chicago — Choose Chicago
https://www.choosechicago.com/spotlights/spotlights-black-culture-in-chicago/
Evening | Kelley Family Legacy Dinner
The family will gather for the Kelley Family Legacy Dinner — Chicago 2027.
Location: Banquet venue Chicago
June 13, 2027
Sunday
Church Service, Farewell Fellowship & Departures
Morning | Sunday Church Service
The family will gather for worship, prayer, thanksgiving, and reflection.
Late Morning / Early Afternoon | Farewell Brunch or Fellowship
Optional brunch or gathering after church service.
Afternoon | Departures
Family members begin departing Chicago with love, memories, and gratitude for another Kelley Family Reunion.
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
Local Attractions
*Recommended Chicago CityPASS attractions:
*Shedd Aquarium
*Skydeck Chicago
*Shoreline Sightseeing Architecture River Tour
*Field Museum
*360 CHICAGO Observation Deck
*Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
*Art Institute of Chicago
*Adler Planetarium
*Additional Chicago highlights:
*Navy Pier
*Chicago Riverwalk
*Millennium Park
*The Magnificent Mile
*Museum Campus
*Lake Michigan lakefront
*Chicago-style pizza restaurants
*Garrett Popcorn
*South Side cultural landmarks
Chicago City Pass:
https://www.citypass.com/chicago?srsltid=AfmBOorJH8K0sLnLPucqDoIPX2bucYyYhelrdNUWnCujHdURt820eMQf
Friday Bus Tour and Cruise:
https://www.bigbustours.com/en/chicago/essential-ticket-chicago-architecture-cruise
REUNION ACTIVITIES COST BREAKDOWN
2027 Kelley Family Reunion T-Shirt (yes you'll get to pick the winner)
Current Estimated Cost: $25
DuSummer Thursday Outdoor Music Series
OR
Millennium Thursday Park Summer Music Series
Cost: FREE
Obama Presidential Library Tour
Cost:
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Current Price Adults: $30
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Current Price Children ages 3–11: $23
Big Bus Yellow Route – Roundtrip Obama Presidential Center Transportation Option
Cost:
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Current Price: $17
Essential Ticket + City Happy Hour Architecture Cruise
Combination experience currently includes:
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Essential Hop-On, Hop-Off Chicago Bus Tour
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Approximately 2 hours of sightseeing
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Shoreline Sightseeing 75-Minute Happy Hour Architecture Cruise
Cost:
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Current Price: $99
Total $172
OPTIONAL Sunday Chicago Signature Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise on Lake Michigan
A chef-prepared brunch buffet, bottomless mimosas, and views of Chicago landmarks including Willis Tower, Navy Pier, and the Chicago skyline.
Current Price: $90
HOTEL RESERVATIONS
HOST HOTEL: Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile
Address: 511 North Columbus Drive, Chicago, Illinois, 60611
Phone: (312) 836-5900
HOTEL RESERVATION:
1-800-EMBASSY (362-2779) BE SURE TO USE KELLEY FAMILY REUNION GROUP CODE:
or register online clicking on the link below
ROOMS:
- King Bed $0.00 per night plus tax.
- 2 Double Beds $0.00 per night plus tax.
All rooms have a separate suite with a pullout sofa that converts to a Queen size bed.
Reservations must be secured as soon as possible but not later than May 22, 2027 under Kelley Family Reunion Block. Room rates are subject to change.
***17 rooms available***
Room includes daily breakfast buffet & happy hour, complimentary Wi-Fi, Fitness Center, Swimming, Business Center, 6am – 11pm Guest Room service.
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Get in Touch
If you have any questions, comments or want to help with planning, don’t hesitate to reach out!
REUNION PLANNING COMMITTEE Chairman: Damon Kelley 678.523.0221
Co- Chairman: Mary Kelley 209-598-3835
Treasurer: Mary Kelley 209-598-3835
Social Media: Damon Kelley 678-523-0221
dlkproduction209@gmail
Instagram:dlkproduction209
Facebook: Kelley FamilyReunion
PREVIOUS REUNION INFORMATION
2025 Kelley Family Reunion Schedule
Get Excited
It’s been six long years since our last Kelley Family Reunion in Stockton, but we're baaaaaaaaaaaaaack!!!!!!!!!!!!! We had some set backs with the pandemic putting our tradition on pause, but it's time to get this train back on track, and keep this time-honored tradition going. Get ready for summer 2025 as the Kelley Family Reunion pulls into Atlanta!!!!! Once again we will fellowship, learn about history, love, laugh, and honor those we’ve lost, and celebrate with those that are with us now. This upcoming reunion will take place during the Juneteenth Festival, so be on the lookout for the parades, car shows, 5K, and concert celebrations spread between Piedmont Park and Centennial Park. Looking forward to seeing you all in the Empire City of the South, aka Hotlanta, aka Wakanda, aka A-Town, aka ATL SHAWTY, aka the "A".
REUNION FEE:
The Reunion Fee is $125.00 for adults (14 years old plus), free for children 13 and younger.
Fee includes welcome pack, T-Shirt and Family Legends Buffet Banquet.
If you'd like to purchase additional T-shirts, the cost is $25 for adults and $15 for kids.
All payments are due by May 1, 2025; however, payments are needed as soon as possible.
Please send payments:
CashApp - $dlkproduction209
Zelle - namaste48@comcast.net
Venmo- @Damonkelley209
Questions or concerns regarding the reunion: DAMON KELLEY (678) 523-0221
June 12, 2025
-Embassy Suites by Hilton Atlanta at Centennial Olympic Park
-Check in and Welcome Reception
-Information package and itinerary disbursement
-Family meet and greet and fellowship with refreshment and snacks
June 13, 2025
-FREE DAY:
-Sightseeing ( local attractions in link below an excellent use of a city pass)
-Family Legends Banquet (evening)
June 14, 2025
PIEDMONT PARK
-Juneteenth Parade
-Celebration in Piedmont
-African Drums Dance Troupes
-Battle of the Bands
-Car Show
-Black Cowboys
-Musical Performances
-Jet Fly Over
June 15, 2025
-Juneteenth 5K
-Church Service
-Father's Day Celebration BBQ Brunch at Mableton Manor
-Airport Departures
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
(City Pass includes all 6)
❖ College Football Hall of Fame - Georgia Aquarium - Center of Civil and Human Rights - World of Coca Cola - Zoo Atlanta - Fernbank Museum of Natural History (4 miles)
❖Martin Luther King Center: Official memorial dedicated to the advancement of the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (2 miles away )
❖ Ponce City Market & Rooftop: Shopping International foodhall with a rooftop amusement park mini golf boardwalk games 365 views of Atlanta and dining (2.5 miles)
❖Legoland (Phipps Plaza): Family entertainment center featuring LEGO® toy displays, rides & 4D films (8 miles)
❖Phipps Plaza/Lennox Mall: #1 top luxury shopping, elevated dining, and modern mixed-use destination (8miles)
❖Illuminarium: 30,000 square foot sensory space that uses cutting-edge technology to immerse guests in a variety of experiences (2.5 miles)
❖ Chattahoochee Works: 25,000 square-foot foodhall brewery with music art & fashion mall (3.5 miles)
❖ 3rd Spot at Chattahoochee Works: Bowling, retro gaming, outdoor adult and kids play area (3.5 miles)
❖The Battery: Sports entertainment center, gaming, dining, cigar bars, and home of the Braves (12 miles)
❖Six Flags Atlanta: 25,000 feet of roller coaster tracks, family friendly waterpark with shows (10 miles)
❖Mable House Barnes Amphitheater: 2025 Summer Concert Line-Up Release April 2025
❖The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta: Boss, Karl Lagerfeld, Polo, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5th, Kate Spade New York, Michael Kors, Coach, Nike, Cole-Haan, Tommy Hilfiger and more. (30 miles)
HOTEL RESERVATIONS
HOST HOTEL: Embassy Suites by Hilton Atlanta at Centennial Olympic Park
267 Marietta St NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
HOTEL RESERVATION:
1-800-EMBASSY (362-2779) BE SURE TO USE KELLEY FAMILY REUNION GROUP CODE: 955
or register online clicking on the link below
https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/atleses-955-ca055426-1543-4d7b-935f-8df66852a296/
ROOMS:
- King Bed $190.00 per night plus tax.
- 2 Double Beds $190.00 per night plus tax.
All rooms have a separate suite with a pullout sofa that converts to a Queen size bed.
Reservations must be secured as soon as possible but not later than May 22, 2025 under Kelley Family Reunion Block. Room rates are subject to change.
***19 rooms available***
Room includes daily breakfast buffet & happy hour, complimentary Wi-Fi, Fitness Center, Swimming, Business Center, 6am – 11pm Guest Room service.
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