It’s the most exciting season of the year for theatre lovers. Chicago Theatre Week is back and bringing 10 days of discounted tickets to some of Chicago’s hottest shows this winter.
Chicago Theatre Week 2026
Now in its 14th year, the annual Chicago Theatre Week is the perfect time to experience the thrill of live theatre in a city known for its diverse and dynamic theatrical community.
Choose from dozens of exciting performances throughout the city and suburbs, from experimental shows at cutting-edge neighborhood stages to smash hits from Broadway in Chicago. There’s truly something for everyone during Chicago Theatre Week.
When is Chicago Theatre Week?
Chicago Theatre Week performances take place from Feb. 5 – 15, 2026.
The value-priced tickets for all Chicago Theatre Week shows are on sale now!
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What is Chicago Theatre Week?
Chicago Theatre Week offers discounted tickets to more than 60 different productions throughout the city. Tickets are available for $15 or $30 (or less!).
This annual event presented by the League of Chicago Theatres, Hot Tix, and Choose Chicago will celebrate the city’s vibrant theatre community and help make the theatrical arts more accessible to all audiences.
Chicago Theatre Week allows both visitors and residents to sample the extraordinary range of theatre in Chicago, including comedy, drama, musicals, cabaret, family-friendly productions, improv, and more.
Explore more: Dive into Chicago’s renowned cultural scene, from acclaimed museums to exciting live performances and beyond.
What shows can I see during Chicago Theatre Week?
More than 60 theatre productions are expected to participate throughout Chicago’s neighborhoods and surrounding suburbs.
The full lineup of Chicago Theatre Week shows is now live, but here’s a sneak peek of a few productions expected to offer value-priced tickets:
- Birds of North America at A Red Orchid Theatre
- Clue On Stage at Beverly Theatre Guild
- Così fan tutte at Lyric Opera of Chicago
- Dancing Through the Great Migration at South Chicago Dance Theatre
- Hamnet at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
- Holiday at Goodman Theatre
- Miss Julie at Court Theatre
- The Second City’s 2026 Black Excellence Revue at The Second City
- Top Girls at Raven Theatre Company
- The Cosmic Underground Show at Cosmic Underground Theater
This year’s schedule will put a spotlight on stages large and small. Theatre-goers can snag tickets for venues that include Tony Award-winning stages, comedy clubs, historic venues in the downtown Theatre District, suburban theatres, and everywhere in between.
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How do I get Chicago Theatre Week tickets?
Chicago Theatre Week 2026 tickets are on sale now!
Tickets are first come, first served. It’s a good idea to grab Theatre Week tickets in advance since many shows sell out quickly. But don’t worry — there are plenty of options to choose from.
Explore more: Make it dinner and a show during Chicago Restaurant Week, which overlaps with Chicago Theatre Week from Feb. 5 – 8, 2026.
What about the rest of the year?
Theatre plays an essential role in Chicago’s cultural fabric all year long. On any given night, there’s a diverse array of live shows playing on the 200+ stages throughout the city. From award-winning plays in historic theatres to brand new works at neighborhood storefronts, there’s a seat waiting for you in Chicago.
Can’t wait till February? Check out HotTix.org for half-price tickets to hundreds of Chicago theatres year-round.
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