Want to know what’s happening this weekend in Chicago? Look no further. There’s a whole calendar of exciting events, exhibits, and activities taking place all over the city this month in Chicago.
This weekend in Chicago is a jam-packed one, with waterfront fireworks, major music festivals, jaw-dropping art exhibits, exciting theatre, exhilarating sporting events, and so much more.
Check out just a few of the top things to do this weekend in Chicago, Sept. 22 – 24, 2023. Please note that all events are subject to change.
Chicago Gourmet
Attention travelers! We are now approaching Chicago Gourmet. Please gather up your friends and your appetites. Grab your sun glasses and wine glasses, and put…
Hyde Park Jazz Festival
Chicago's upbeat jazz scene will be prominently featured for two days during the 17th annual festival dedicated to Chicago's most critically acclaimed artists as well…
Reeling 2023: The 41st Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival
From award-winning international feature films to social documentaries to experimental shorts, Reeling has always presented a range of genres that demonstrate the rich diversity of…
Chicago Live!
Chicao's largest FREE performing arts festival, Chicago Live!, returns Saturday, September 23, and Sunday, September 24. This year marks the third year for Navy Pier’s…
World Music Festival
The annual World Music Festival is your passport to musical acts from around the globe. This free, city-wide festival features over 30 artists from 22 countries at venues around Chicago.
Chicago Cubs vs. Colorado Rockies
Chicago Cubs vs. Colorado Rockies Start Time: 1:20 pm CDT
Randolph Street Market
Joining other world-class cities including Paris, London, LA, and New York, Chicago’s Randolph Street Market is a key market event destination that locals and fans…
Hamilton
HAMILTON is the epic saga that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love, and a legacy that would shape the course of a nation.
Chicago Latino Dance Festival
The International Latino Cultural Center of Chicago proudly presents the first ever Chicago Latino Dance Festival, a four-week celebration of the rich variety and versatility…
Festival au Cinema
Festival au Cinéma is Haven Chicago’s new platform for visionary and innovative filmmakers and media artists staking their claim in the future of digital storytelling. Whether by…
Cat’s Cradle
Lifeline Theatre and Artistic Director ILesa Duncan is excited to announce the revival of ensemble member John Hildreth’s adaptation of Kurt Vonnegut’s classic Cat’s Cradle.…
Shedd Aquarium After Hours: House Party
What better place to experience house music than overlooking the Chicago skyline and Lake Michigan? Vibe with local DJs as they spin the beats. Catch…
The Flying Dutchman
The first opera that revealed Wagner’s genius, The Flying Dutchman is the story of a young woman’s obsession. Senta dreams of the Dutchman, who’s cursed…
America Runs on Women
BUY TICKETS: https://www.secondcity.com/shows/chicago/america-runs-on-women/?tickets=01&date=09/16/2023 America Runs on Women is an all-female sketch revue highlighting the women who run America and the women who are getting run on…
Sensory-Friendly Morning
About the Event Sensory-Friendly Morning is a free program for all people who benefit from visiting the MCA without large crowds and other sensitive environmental…
Instigation Festival
Join us for an evening of improvised performance bringing movement artists, musicians and visual artists from Chicago and New Orleans to play, explore, and find…
Arpino Chicago Centennial Celebration
Celebrating one of the 20th century’s most influential artists, the Gerald Arpino Foundation presents the Arpino Chicago Centennial Celebration of legendary choreographer Gerald Arpino. These…
Market by the River!
The Market by the River is free to attend and offers a variety of rotating vendor lists every Friday until October 20th. Come hangout with…
Welcome to Matteson!
A dark comedy by Chicago-born playwright Inda Craig-Galván, WELCOME TO MATTESON! follows two Black couples over the course of a dinner party; one couple has…
Blue Man Group Chicago Sensory-Friendly Performance
Blue Man Group is proud to announce the return of its annual sensory-friendly performance in Chicago Sunday, September 24 at 4 p.m. Slight modifications will…
The Cauldron AfterDark
Join us for a magical night of dancing and enchantment at The Cauldron AfterDark! Get ready to cast some serious moves at The Cauldron Chicago,…
Gay Card
GAY CARD is the hilariously heartwarming story of Logan Kapler, a one-friend loser who has never belonged. But now he's starting college with a trick…
Chicago City Markets
Chicago City Markets sell fresh seasonal produce, flowers, prepared foods, unique Chicago-made products and rare finds – at Chicago’s longest-running farmers market on Daley Plaza,…
Walking Tour: Haunted by Our Dark Side
The rise in popularity of true crime TV shows tells us something: we are fascinated — morbidly fascinated — by true stories of death and…
Malibu Barbie Cafe
Welcome to the Malibu Barbie Cafe! We invite everyone to kick back and have fun while enjoying this immersive dining experience!
The WARHOL Exhibition
Unfolding across nearly 11,000 square-feet of exhibition space, WARHOL featuring “Andy Warhol Portfolios: A Life in Pop | Works from the Bank of America Collection"…
Art on theMART
The larger-than-life nightly art and light installation returns this spring with a special program from Derrick Adams, plus other artists and groups.
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