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Wheel of Improv
Oct12
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!)…

Sunday, October 12th
7:30 p.m.8:30 p.m.
The Second City
1616 N. Wells St.
Composer Showcase featuring the Ravinia Steans Institute
Oct12
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy

Composer Showcase featuring the Ravinia Steans Institute

Ear Taxi Festival presents a Composer Showcase. Join us as vocalists Sabrina Langlois, Joanne Evans, and Brent Funderburk from the Ravinia Steans Music Institute premiere…

Sunday, October 12th
7:30 p.m.9:30 p.m.
Ganz Hall
430 S. Michigan Ave
MOM*
Oct12
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

MOM*

What makes a “good mom”? MOM* shines a light on the inner thoughts that we have as potential mothers, stepmothers, bio-moms, and daughters. What did…

Sunday, October 12th
8:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
aloft circus arts
3324 West Wrightwood Avenue
Halloween Chicago Ghost Tour & Hunt: Lincoln Park Hauntings by American Ghost Walks
Oct12
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Tours & Attractions

Halloween Chicago Ghost Tour & Hunt: Lincoln Park Hauntings by American Ghost Walks

Join American Ghost Walks on a spine-chilling Chicago Ghost Tour & Ghost Hunt in Lincoln Park, known for its eerie hauntings and chilling history. Dive…

Sunday, October 12th
8:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Meeting Point: In front of the Chicago History Museum
1601 N Clark St.
Ear Taxi Festival
Oct13
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Ear Taxi Festival

The Ear Taxi Festival 2025, themed “The Composer’s Voice,” is a landmark event showcasing contemporary concert music across Chicagoland from October 3 through November 2,…

Monday, October 13th
Division Street Farmers Market
Oct13
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Division Street Farmers Market

Fresh seasonal produce, flowers, prepared foods, unique Chicago-made products and rare finds are available at the Division Street Farmers Market.

Monday, October 13th
7:00 a.m.12:00 p.m.
30 W. Division St.
30 W. Division St.
Boo! at the Zoo
Oct13
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Boo! at the Zoo

Get ready for a fang-tastic time at BOO! at the Zoo, Brookfield Zoo Chicago’s family-friendly Halloween celebration. This event is packed with not-so-scary thrills, festive decorations,…

Monday, October 13th
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Brookfield Zoo Chicago
3300 Golf Rd
Rappel In Northwest Chicago
Oct13
Sports & Recreation, Tours & Attractions

Rappel In Northwest Chicago

Conquer your limits at 168 feet up and rappel down the Westin Chicago Northwest in Itasca Illinois. Professional equipment provided and no experience needed. Trained…

Monday, October 13th
12:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Westin Chicago Northwest
400 Park Blvd.
Argentina vs Puerto Rico
Oct13
Sports & Recreation

Argentina vs Puerto Rico

See Messi Live! The Argentina National Team 3x World Champions takes on Puerto Rico in an historic match at Soldier Field Stadium, Chicago. This is…

Monday, October 13th
7:00 p.m.9:30 p.m.
Soldier Field
1410 Special Olympics Drive
Late Nite Mic With Vik Pandya at The Comedy Bar
Oct13
Music & Comedy

Late Nite Mic With Vik Pandya at The Comedy Bar

2-Item Minimum Per Guest First Come, First Served Seating No Outside Food or Beverage Valid ID Required at Entry Vik Pandya is a nationally touring…

Monday, October 13th
7:30 p.m.9:00 p.m.
The Comedy Bar
500 N. LaSalle St.
Halloween Chicago Ghost Tour & Hunt: Lincoln Park Hauntings by American Ghost Walks
Oct13
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Tours & Attractions

Halloween Chicago Ghost Tour & Hunt: Lincoln Park Hauntings by American Ghost Walks

Join American Ghost Walks on a spine-chilling Chicago Ghost Tour & Ghost Hunt in Lincoln Park, known for its eerie hauntings and chilling history. Dive…

Monday, October 13th
8:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Meeting Point: In front of the Chicago History Museum
1601 N Clark St.
Ear Taxi Festival
Oct14
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Ear Taxi Festival

The Ear Taxi Festival 2025, themed “The Composer’s Voice,” is a landmark event showcasing contemporary concert music across Chicagoland from October 3 through November 2,…

Tuesday, October 14th
Division Street Farmers Market
Oct14
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Division Street Farmers Market

Fresh seasonal produce, flowers, prepared foods, unique Chicago-made products and rare finds are available at the Division Street Farmers Market.

Tuesday, October 14th
7:00 a.m.12:00 p.m.
30 W. Division St.
30 W. Division St.
Boo! at the Zoo
Oct14
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Boo! at the Zoo

Get ready for a fang-tastic time at BOO! at the Zoo, Brookfield Zoo Chicago’s family-friendly Halloween celebration. This event is packed with not-so-scary thrills, festive decorations,…

Tuesday, October 14th
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Brookfield Zoo Chicago
3300 Golf Rd
Rappel In Northwest Chicago
Oct14
Sports & Recreation, Tours & Attractions

Rappel In Northwest Chicago

Conquer your limits at 168 feet up and rappel down the Westin Chicago Northwest in Itasca Illinois. Professional equipment provided and no experience needed. Trained…

Tuesday, October 14th
12:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Westin Chicago Northwest
400 Park Blvd.
Tuesday Good Show
Oct14
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.…

Tuesday, October 14th
7:00 p.m.8:30 p.m.
The Gallery Cabaret
2020 N Oakley Ave
TwoSet Violin
Oct14
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

TwoSet Violin

Overview Celebrate the joy of music with TwoSet Violin, the classical music duo that has captured the hearts of millions worldwide. Known for their hilarious…

Tuesday, October 14th
7:30 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Chicago Symphony Center
220 S Michigan Ave
Tomato Throw Show at The Comedy Bar
Oct14
Music & Comedy

Tomato Throw Show at The Comedy Bar

2-Item Minimum Per Guest First Come, First Served Seating No Outside Food or Beverage Valid ID Required at Entry Join us for the most fun…

Tuesday, October 14th
7:30 p.m.9:00 p.m.
The Comedy Bar
500 N. LaSalle St.
Halloween Chicago Ghost Tour & Hunt: Lincoln Park Hauntings by American Ghost Walks
Oct14
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Tours & Attractions

Halloween Chicago Ghost Tour & Hunt: Lincoln Park Hauntings by American Ghost Walks

Join American Ghost Walks on a spine-chilling Chicago Ghost Tour & Ghost Hunt in Lincoln Park, known for its eerie hauntings and chilling history. Dive…

Tuesday, October 14th
8:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Meeting Point: In front of the Chicago History Museum
1601 N Clark St.
[P1ustage H : MOST WANTED] IN NORTH AMERICA
Oct14
Music & Comedy

[P1ustage H : MOST WANTED] IN NORTH AMERICA

Global K-Pop sensation P1Harmony (피원하모니) returns with a tour that is bigger than ever – the 2025 P1Harmony LIVE TOUR [P1ustage H: MOST WANTED] IN…

Tuesday, October 14th
8:00 p.m.10:30 p.m.
United Center
1901 W Madison St.
Yusuf Islam/Cat Stevens
Oct14
Music & Comedy

Yusuf Islam/Cat Stevens

Cat On The Road To Findout – An Evening Of Tales, Tunes And Other Mysteries is an intimate night where stories, songs, and secrets intertwine.…

Tuesday, October 14th
8:00 p.m.11:00 p.m.
The Chicago Theatre
175 N. State
Comic Court: The Best Comedy Show in the World
Oct14
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Comic Court: The Best Comedy Show in the World

Would you rather be able to fly or be able to turn invisible? Who are we more tired of: Ryan Reynolds or Dwayne Johnson? Would…

Tuesday, October 14th
9:00 p.m.10:30 p.m.
The Lincoln Lodge
2040 North Milwaukee Avenue
Ear Taxi Festival
Oct15
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Ear Taxi Festival

The Ear Taxi Festival 2025, themed “The Composer’s Voice,” is a landmark event showcasing contemporary concert music across Chicagoland from October 3 through November 2,…

Wednesday, October 15th
Division Street Farmers Market
Oct15
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Division Street Farmers Market

Fresh seasonal produce, flowers, prepared foods, unique Chicago-made products and rare finds are available at the Division Street Farmers Market.

Wednesday, October 15th
7:00 a.m.12:00 p.m.
30 W. Division St.
30 W. Division St.
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