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Here 4 A Bit *Naughty Improv
Apr19
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Here 4 A Bit *Naughty Improv

Join us again for a whose line styled night of explosive laughter that will titillate your “funny” bone. Fast paced short form improv, hilarious songs,…

Saturday, April 19th
9:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
The Second City
1616 N. Wells St., Theater on the Second Floor
Best Of Annoyance Sketch
Apr19
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…

Saturday, April 19th
9:30 p.m.10:30 p.m.
The Annoyance Theatre
851 W. Belmont Ave.
LET’S PLAY A GAME: Chicago’s scariest short-form show
Apr19
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

LET’S PLAY A GAME: Chicago’s scariest short-form show

Who’s Line is it Anyways meets Fear Factor in LETS PLAY A GAME, a new short form show that’s a unique blend of comedy, chaos,…

Saturday, April 19th
10:00 p.m.11:00 p.m.
Annoyance Theatre & Bar
851 W. Belmont Ave., 2nd Fl.
Just in Time: Spring into Laughter
Apr19
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Just in Time: Spring into Laughter

Come join us for an evening of improvised fun as veteran teams Here for the Moment (Second City Coached Ensembles Program) and Badasstronauts (iO Theater’s…

Saturday, April 19th
10:00 p.m.11:00 p.m.
230 W. North Ave., Piper’s Alley
230 W. North Ave., Piper’s Alley
Teatro Zinzanni
Apr20
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Teatro Zinzanni

Tickets are on sale Now at https://zinzanni.com/chicago/ for Love, Chaos, & Dinner ! Teatro Zinzanni returns to the vibrant Chicago Loop inside the velvet walls…

Sunday, April 20th
5:00 a.m.9:00 p.m.
Spiegeltent – Cambria Hotel
32 W. Randolph
Wolff’s Flea Market Opening Day
Apr20
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Wolff’s Flea Market Opening Day

Wolff’s Flea Market announces opening day April 20, 2025. Join us for our 34th season outdoors at the Allstate Arena, Rosemont. Sundays 6am-2pm through October…

Sunday, April 20th
6:00 a.m.2:00 p.m.
Wolff’s Flea Market
6920 N Mannheim Rd
Spring Afternoon Tea at The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago
Apr20
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Spring Afternoon Tea at The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago

The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago’s Spring Afternoon Tea returns at 2 p.m. on select weekends in April and May at the hotel’s elegant, greenhouse-inspired Café.  Visitors and…

Sunday, April 20th
11:00 a.m.2:00 p.m.
The Ritz Carlton Chicago
160 E Pearson St, Chicago, IL 60611
Easter Brunch at NoMI Kitchen
Apr20
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Easter Brunch at NoMI Kitchen

EASTER BRUNCH IN NoMI KITCHEN Sunday, April 20 | 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. $225 Adults, $95 Children, Free for Children 6 & Under Reserve   |…

Sunday, April 20th
11:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
NoMI
800 N. Michigan Ave
For the Record | NoMI Lounge
Apr20
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

For the Record | NoMI Lounge

FOR THE RECORD AT NoMI LOUNGE Every Sunday from April 6 – May 11 | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM Reserve Now Ease into Sunday…

Sunday, April 20th
5:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
NoMI Lounge
800 N. Michigan Ave
Shordie Shordie – Live in Chicago
Apr20
Music & Comedy

Shordie Shordie – Live in Chicago

Apr 20, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM Avondale Music Hall, 3342 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60641, USA

Sunday, April 20th
7:00 p.m.11:00 p.m.
Avondale Music Hall
3336 N Milwaukee Ave
A Sublease On Life
Apr20
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

A Sublease On Life

Don’t miss the all-new sketch show featuring talent from TikTok sensation @wet.mouth! While life may not come with a manual, a little — or a…

Sunday, April 20th
7:30 p.m.8:30 p.m.
Donny’s Skybox
230 W North Ave
Magic Mondays
Apr21
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Magic Mondays

Experience an unforgettable night of wonder at Magic Mondays!! Starring award-winning magician John Sturk, this monthly showcase features Chicago’s top conjurors performing mind-blowing illusions and…

Monday, April 21st
7:00 p.m.8:30 p.m.
iO Theater
1501 N. Kingsbury St.
An Evening with Itzhak Perman
Apr21
Music & Comedy

An Evening with Itzhak Perman

Learn more about the legendary “man behind the music” at An Evening with Itzhak Perlman. This multimedia program, curated by Tony-award winning director Dan Sullivan…

Monday, April 21st
7:30 p.m.10:00 p.m.
The Chicago Theatre
175 N. State
Aba Cellar Tasting Series: California
Apr22
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Aba Cellar Tasting Series: California

Join us for an exclusive evening of mezze and rare wines at our next Aba Cellar Tasting Series: California on April 22nd at 5:30PM or…

Tuesday, April 22nd
5:30 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Aba
302 N Green St 3rd Floor
One Earth Film Festival 2025
Apr22
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Theatre & Performing Arts

One Earth Film Festival 2025

One Earth Film Festival returns for its 14th season from April 22-28, 2025, in partnership with the City of Chicago’s Department of Environment. This year’s…

Tuesday, April 22nd
6:30 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Chicago
Tuesday Good Show
Apr22
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, April 22nd
7:00 p.m.8:30 p.m.
The Gallery Cabaret
2020 N Oakley Ave
Comic Court: The Best Comedy Show in the World
Apr22
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, April 22nd
9:00 p.m.10:30 p.m.
The Lincoln Lodge
2040 North Milwaukee Avenue
Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts | Brendon Elliott, Violin and Ingrid Bick, Piano
Apr23
Music & Comedy

Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts | Brendon Elliott, Violin and Ingrid Bick, Piano

DAME MYRA HESS MEMORIAL CONCERTS | BRENDON ELLIOTT, VIOLIN INGRID BICK, PIANO   Program Joseph Bologne – Sonata no. 2 in A major Lili Boulanger…

Wednesday, April 23rd
12:15 p.m.1:00 p.m.
Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist, Chicago
55 E. Wacker Drive
One Earth Film Festival 2025
Apr23
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Theatre & Performing Arts

One Earth Film Festival 2025

One Earth Film Festival returns for its 14th season from April 22-28, 2025, in partnership with the City of Chicago’s Department of Environment. This year’s…

Wednesday, April 23rd
6:30 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Chicago
RAD. a fun show.
Apr23
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

RAD. a fun show.

RAD. a fun show. is a literally underground DIY comedy show that’s been operating out of the basement of Graham Cracker Comics for the last 7 years.…

Wednesday, April 23rd
7:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Graham Cracker Comics – Andersonville
5028 North Clark Street
Tchaikovsky’s Souvenir de Florence
Apr23
Music & Comedy

Tchaikovsky’s Souvenir de Florence

Six string players join forces in the Chamber Music Society’s final Harris Theater performance of the season. After beginning with Bach, who used six voices…

Wednesday, April 23rd
7:30 p.m.9:30 p.m.
Family: An Improv Show That’s Truly Relatable
Apr23
Music & Comedy

Family: An Improv Show That’s Truly Relatable

Family is a completely improvised show that follows one family, within one living room, over the course of one day. Our cast of veteran comedians…

Wednesday, April 23rd
9:00 p.m.10:30 p.m.
iO Theater
1501 N. Kingsbury St.
Hooch & Holler Comedy Show
Apr23
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…

Wednesday, April 23rd
9:00 p.m.11:00 p.m.
Bordel Cocktail & Cabaret
1721 W Division
EXPO CHICAGO
Apr24
Apr27
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

EXPO CHICAGO

EXPO CHICAGO returns to Navy Pier this April 24-27, 2025. Showcasing leading contemporary and modern art galleries, alongside a diverse and inventive program of talks,…

Thursday, April 24thSunday, April 27th
Navy Pier 600 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL
600 East Grand Avenue
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