

TOP SHELF EXPERIENCE: Freeze Pop Tasting + DJ Listening Session
A sneak peak at a Chicago brand delivering Premium Top Shelf Freeze Pops.
Step into the premier Top Shelf event of 2026. Born from a passion for excellence, we craft organic fruit and premium spirits into frozen indulgence. Join us for a guided tasting of our signature freeze pops with curated sounds.
🍧WHAT IS TOP SHELF?
Top Shelf is led by Joe & Marisa Cruz and Dan Hernandez - a collaborative team combining product development, brand experience, and hospitality execution to introduce a new category of premium freeze pops. The Top Shelf Freeze Pop experience is meant to deliver real-fruit flavor, thoughtful preparation, and elevated service in a format designed for modern events and social gatherings. We're setting the benchmark for frozen excellence and this event is where you experience it firsthand.
✅WHAT'S INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET:
• Full Alcoholic Freeze Pop Tasting (5)
• Non-Alcoholic Pops Available
• Free flight card from Ava's Italian Ice
• Live DJ sets Hip-Hop, House & more
• Small bites and appetizers
• Wine, beer, and food available for purchase by Parallel Play
• 50 guests max; guaranteed good energy and real connections
🎧 THE SOUNDTRACK:
We've curated three local Chicago DJs to set the vibe all night including Moreau (@clyde_moreau), known for his eclectic genre-blending sets rooted in Chicago culture.
🎉WHAT TO EXPECT:
Hosted at Parallel Play, a local studio, focused on intimate production and event collaborations. Our goal is to create a vibe that matches what you’ll experience in taste and sound.
⚠️ FINAL DETAILS:
• Must be 21+ to attend | valid ID required at the door
• Only 50 total guests; This will sell out