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Mötley Crüe Live In Chicago – The Return Of The Carnival Of Sins Tour
Legendary band Mötley Crüe is bringing their 2026 “The Return of the Carnival of Sins Tour” to the Chicago area with a concert at Credit Union…
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
The Infinite Wrench
Don’t miss the longest running late-night show in Chicago! At The Infinite Wrench you’ll see 30 original plays in 60 minutes written and performed by…
Music & Comedy
Desi Banks – Your Favorite Cousin Tour
Desi Banks is scheduled to perform in Chicago on Saturday, August 22, 2026, as part of his “Your Favorite Cousin” tour.
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Baby Wants Candy! The Original Completely Improvised Musical
“CRITICS’ PICK. TRULY AMAZING!” – New York Times “BEST VISITING IMPROV COMEDY!”– TimeOut NY “HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!” – The Onion “★★★★★” THEY ARE AN ENTERTAINMENT PHENOMENON AND I…
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Clued In
After getting a single suggestion, the cast of six professional comedians asks the audience to choose a detective. Enjoy as they invent a tale of…
Music & Comedy
Jill Scott – To Whom This May Concern Tour
Jill Scott is bringing her “To Whom This May Concern” world tour to Chicago for a three-night residency at The Chicago Theatre in August 2026.…
Music & Comedy
Bonnie Raitt Live In Concert
Bonnie Raitt is performing in Highland Park, IL, on Saturday, August 22, 2026, as part of the Ravinia Festival. Support Act: The performance features special…
Music & Comedy
Secret Sketch Show
Shhhhh! It’s a secret! Don’t tell anyone but your favorite iO performers are hosting a wild night of variety and sketch. Secret sketch show is…
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Best Of Annoyance Sketch
Enjoy the best sketch comedy Chicago has to offer! The Annoyance Theatre has been at the crux of the comedy scene in Chicago for over…
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Malarkey Comedy Expo League
Welcome to Expo League, where competition and exhibition meet to make an entertaining and interactive experience you’ll never forget! Like the Savannah Bananas and Harlem…
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Wheel of Improv
Chicago’s top comedians battle it out for laughs, glory, and sweet sweet points in an interactive game show, featuring a live studio audience (that’s you!)…
Music & Comedy
Jill Scott – To Whom This May Concern Tour
Jill Scott is bringing her “To Whom This May Concern” world tour to Chicago for a three-night residency at The Chicago Theatre in August 2026.…
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Improvised DCOM
Dive into the nostalgia of Disney Channel Original Movies with the cast of Improvised DCOM! This All Star cast is bringing screen to stage with…
Music & Comedy
Outlaw Music Festival: Willie Nelson, Avett Brothers & Lukas Nelson
The Outlaw Music Festival is scheduled to stop in Tinley Park on Tuesday, August 25, 2026. This year’s tour features a high-powered lineup celebrating country,…
Music & Comedy
Tuesday Good Show
Showcasing some of the best performers in the city, Tuesday Good Show is a free weekly variety show hosted by Nick Bonsignore and Keller Paulson.…
Music & Comedy
Deep Purple & Kansas Live In Concert
Deep Purple and Kansas are performing together in Highland Park, IL, on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, as part of the Ravinia Festival.
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Comic Court: Chicago’s #1 Comedy Court Show
Order in the court!Comic Court is back at The Lincoln Lodge every 2nd & 4th Tuesday at 9PM. Comedians argue ridiculous cases like actual lawyers,…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Music & Comedy
Jazzin’ at the Shedd
Live jazz revels at Shedd Aquarium! Join us for the popular midweek Jazzin’ at the Shedd series with unforgettable evenings of music, mingling and marine life.…
Music & Comedy
Brandi Carlile & I’m With Her – The Human Tour
Brandi Carlile is performing in Highland Park, IL, on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at the Ravinia Festival as part of her “The Human Tour” Support…
Music & Comedy
Grupo Frontera – Triste Pero Bien C*brón Tour
Grupo Frontera is bringing the “Triste Pero Bien C*brón Tour” to Rosemont on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, for a performance at the Allstate Arena.
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Hooch & Holler Comedy Show
Every Wednesday The Best Speakeasy In Chicago Hosts The Hottest Comedians The City Has To Offer! Indulge In Our Amazing Craft Cocktails And Enjoy An…
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
The Fizz Show
Join iO house team Fizz for Chicago’s most carbonated improv show. Wednesdays at 10 p.m., Fizz cracks open a high-octane, full-sugar set of one-night-only scenes,…
Music & Comedy
NEEDTOBREATHE & Drew And Ellie Holcomb – The Long Surrender Tour
NEEDTOBREATHE is scheduled to perform in Chicago on Thursday, August 27, 2026. The concert is part of “The Long Surrender Tour” and will feature special…
Music & Comedy
Morgan’s Laugh Lounge
Laugh your way into your new favorite Thursday tradition at Morgan’s Laugh Lounge, Chicago’s newest comedy hotspot. Every Thursday night from 6:00–9:30 PM, the lounge…
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