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Proud and Loud: Disability Art and Music Showcase
Proud and Loud: Disability Art and Music Showcase takes place on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 11am to 1pm at the Garfield Park Field House,…
Music & Comedy
Riot Fest 2026
Daily Lineup Headliners: Friday, September 18: Headlined by Twenty One Pilots, Iggy Pop, Rise Against, and Pixies, with support from Alkaline Trio and The All-American…
Music & Comedy
America: Songs and Stories of Protest and Freedom
2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the United States’ Declaration of Independence. America: Songs and Stories of Protest and Freedom is a multi-genre concert of…
Music & Comedy
Best of Second City
Find out for yourself why The Second City has been the first name in laughter for over sixty years! From the stages that launched the…
Music & Comedy
The 27th Anniversary Englewood Jazz Festival
The 27th Anniversary Englewood Jazz Festival free events to be held September 17-19, 2026 at Hamilton Park, Chicago CELEBRATING YOUNG MUSICIANS OF THE NEXT GENERATION, …
Music & Comedy
Main Character Syndrome
Main Character Syndrome is a solo character showcase by Chicago’s funniest improvisers presenting original SNL-audition ready character sketches. From Tim Robinson to Cecily Strong, iO…
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
“Dirty Money” – Dinner Detective Chicago
The Dinner Detective is an interactive true crime mystery show set in the present day and based on real cold cases. Feast on a fantastic…
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Pandemonium, Please Hold
The Second City’s 114th Mainstage Revue Pandemonium, Please Hold is a loud, fast, and gloriously unhinged night of comedic mayhem. The Second City’s six-person cast…
Music & Comedy
Standup Throw Down: Millennials vs Gen X
Millennials take on Generation X in a live stand-up comedy battle – and the audience decides who wins. Hosted by Chicago comedian Todd Glover, Standup…
Music & Comedy
Ryan Goodcase at The Comedy Bar
2-Item Minimum Per Guest Valid ID Required for Entry First Come, First Served Seating No Outside Food or Beverage Ryan Goodcase is a stand-up comedian…
Music & Comedy
Alok (Alok Vaid-Menon)
Alok (Alok Vaid-Menon) will perform their new live comedy and poetry show in Chicago on Saturday, September 19, 2026.
Music & Comedy
Atsuko Okatsuka – The Big Bowl Tour
Atsuko Okatsuka will bring The Big Bowl Tour to The Chicago Theatre on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at 7:00 PM.
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy
87th Moravian Day – Welcoming Dance
Join us for the 87th Moravian Day with United Moravian Societies! Experience Chicagoland’s premier celebration of Czech, Moravian, and Slovak heritage, music, and community. Czech…
Music & Comedy
Tim McGraw – Pawn Shop Guitar Tour
Tim McGraw is bringing his Pawn Shop Guitar Tour to the Chicago area for a performance at the Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre in Tinley Park…
Music & Comedy
Hulvey – Could Be Tonight Tour
Hulvey is bringing his “Could Be Tonight” Tour to the House of Blues Chicago on Saturday, September 19, 2026. Special Guests: Indie Tribe and Kijan…
Music & Comedy
ROLE MODEL – Chuck On Tour
ROLE MODEL is scheduled to perform live in Chicago, Illinois across two consecutive nights on Saturday, September 19, 2026, and Sunday, September 20, 2026. The…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Music & Comedy
Ritmo del Mar at Shedd Aquarium
¡Muévelo! Join us at Shedd Aquarium for the Ritmo del Mar. Enjoy a night of music, cuisine, culture and mesmerizing animals with an aquatic backdrop…
Music & Comedy
Saturday Night Sketch
Saturday Night Sketch brings Chicago’s best sketch comedy ensembles to the stage for a high-octane evening. From sharp political satire to mind melting absurdity, come…
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Vape! The Grease Parody
Vape! lovingly pokes fun at all of the wonderful moments, sexual innuendos, outrageous characters, rivalries and secret romances from the original musical. The hair products may…
Music & Comedy
The Best of IO
Celebrate 45 years of improvisational excellence with the Best of iO Improv. This show brings together two teams of our very best improvisers, each delivering…
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Petr Popelka & Hilary Hahn
Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto is packed with magical melodies and sparkling action, and there’s no more stylish interpreter than Hilary Hahn, one of the top violinists…
Music & Comedy
Martina McBride Live In Concert
Martina McBride is scheduled to perform at the Ravinia Festival in Highland Park on Saturday, September 19, 2026.
Music & Comedy
Phoebe Bridgers – The Lost Tour
Phoebe Bridgers will bring her newly announced headline arena run, The Lost Tour, to Chicago on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at the United Center.
Music & Comedy
Best of the Second City
Find out for yourself why The Second City has been the first name in laughter for over sixty years! From the stages that launched the…
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