March 1

Chicago Polar Plunge

For the 20th year, cold-weather warriors plunge into frigid Lake Michigan for an amazing cause: SCC/Special Olympics Chicago. The money plungers raise (past participants have included Mayor Rahm Emanuel and “Tonight Show” host Jimmy Fallon) helps fund year-round activities and events enjoyed by more than 7,500 disabled athletes throughout the city.

Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Place: North Avenue Beach, 1600 N. Lake Shore

Cost: Minimal fundraising of $200 required to participate; register at chicagopolarplunge.org

March 4-8

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

The legendary company presents four different programs across four days. All conclude with company founder Alvin Ailey’s masterpiece “Revelations,” which premiered in 1960 and has been the company’s signature work for six decades. Also expect Midwest premieres of Donald Byrd’s “Greenwood” and Darrell Grand Moultrie’s “Ounce of Faith”; and new productions of Judith Jamison’s “Divining” and Lar Lubovitch’s “Fandango.”

Time: Performance times vary.

Place: The Auditorium Theatre, 50 E. Ida B. Wells

Cost: Starting at $35; tickets at auditoriumtheatre.org

March 14

Hoosier Ball

It’s a masquerade of the most spirit-lifting sort. The Lyon Family Foundation’s signature fundraiser invites you to dress up in disguise and enjoy an evening of dancing, cocktails, food, casino-themed games, and live entertainment from DJ Matt Roan. All proceeds from the event go directly to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, supporting its important mission to find a cure for blood cancer.

Time: 6 p.m.

Place: Ritz Carlton Chicago, 160 E. Pearson

Cost: Starting at $250; tickets at hoosierball.com

“The Bachelor Live on Stage”

March 14

“The Bachelor Live on Stage”

In what promises to be Chicago’s most dramatic night ever, this interactive show hosted by fan favorites Becca Kufrin and Ben Higgins fits an entire season of “The Bachelor” onstage. Audience members have the opportunity to find love with previous “Bachelorette” cast member and Chicagoan Diggy Moreland, complete with rose ceremonies. Through a series of games, challenges, dates, and more, Moreland will ultimately hand out a final rose.

Time: 3 & 8 p.m.

Place: Cadillac Palace Theatre, 151 W. Randolph

Cost: Starting at $25; tickets at broadwayinchicago.com

March 22

BIDE Spring Market

This curated market by makers for makers is vegan, cruelty-free, eco-friendly, and zero waste. Pick up sustainability guidance, clothing, accessories, beauty products, kids’ items, and home decor. There’s even more feel-good appeal: 20 percent of ticket proceeds is donated to the Australian Red Cross and WIRES, Australia’s largest wildlife rescue organization.

Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Place: Exchange312, 1714 W. Division

Cost: $10 for admission; tickets at bidemarket.com