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My Favorite Murder
Nov5
Music & Comedy

My Favorite Murder

After nearly six years of podcast-only performances, My Favorite Murder is embarking on an 11-city “mini‑tour” this fall, marking a major return to the live…

Wednesday, November 5th
7:00 p.m.11:30 p.m.
The Chicago Theatre
175 N. State
Revolution(s)
Nov5
Theatre & Performing Arts

Revolution(s)

By Zayd Ayers Dohrn Music and Lyrics by Tom Morello Directed by Steve H. Broadnax III October 4 – November 9, 2025 Put your hands…

Wednesday, November 5th
7:30 p.m.
Goodman Theatre
170 N. Dearborn St.
Women Off-Colour
Nov5
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Women Off-Colour

Debuting at the world famous A Red Orchid Theatre as a part of their 2025 Incubator Series, Women Off-Colour is a brand new sketch comedy…

Wednesday, November 5th
7:30 p.m.8:30 p.m.
A Red Orchid Theatre
1531 N Wells St
Crowd Work Wednesday at The Comedy Bar
Nov5
Music & Comedy

Crowd Work Wednesday at The Comedy Bar

2-Item Minimum Per Guest First Come, First Served Seating No Outside Food or Beverage Valid ID Required at Entry Crowd Work Wednesday is a weekly…

Wednesday, November 5th
7:30 p.m.9:00 p.m.
The Comedy Bar
500 N. LaSalle St.
Superior Donuts
Nov5
Theatre & Performing Arts

Superior Donuts

Arthur Przybyszewski owns a decrepit donut shop in the Uptown neighborhood of Chicago. Franco Wicks, a black teenager who is his only employee, wants to…

Wednesday, November 5th
7:30 p.m.9:30 p.m.
The Den Theatre
1331 North Milwaukee Avenue
Modern Butchood
Nov5
Theatre & Performing Arts

Modern Butchood

Modern Butchood is an explosive, hilarious, new play about a big lesbian mess. This one woman show follows the misadventures of “Butch” the sardonic girlfriend…

Wednesday, November 5th
8:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
The Annoyance Theatre
851 W. Belmont Ave.
Halloween Chicago Ghost Tour & Hunt: Lincoln Park Hauntings by American Ghost Walks
Nov5
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…

Wednesday, November 5th
8:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Meeting Point: In front of the Chicago History Museum
1601 N Clark St.
Chicago’s Best Stand Up
Nov5
Music & Comedy

Chicago’s Best Stand Up

Welcome to Chicago’s Best Stand Up at The Laugh Factory – Chicago! Join us on May 11, 2025, at 8:00 PM for a night of…

Wednesday, November 5th
8:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
The Laugh Factory
175 N Broadway
Little Simz – Lotus Tour
Nov5
Music & Comedy

Little Simz – Lotus Tour

British rapper Little Simz will perform live at The Salt Shed Indoors on Nov. 5, 2025.

Wednesday, November 5th
8:00 p.m.11:00 p.m.
The Salt Shed
1357 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL
Kaytranada & Justice: North American 2025 Tour
Nov5
Music & Comedy

Kaytranada & Justice: North American 2025 Tour

Kaytranada and Justice are teaming up to bring their fall tour to United Center on November 5! Sam Gellaitry will be joining as support.

Wednesday, November 5th
8:00 p.m.11:00 p.m.
United Center
1901 W Madison St.
Hooch & Holler Comedy Show
Nov5
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, November 5th
9:00 p.m.11:00 p.m.
Bordel Cocktail & Cabaret
1721 W Division
“Not a Soft Thing: A Group Exhibition by Artist Mothers”
Nov6

“Not a Soft Thing: A Group Exhibition by Artist Mothers”

On view from Oct. 25, 2025, through Mar. 22, 2026, in the Chicago Rooms (2nd Floor North), this exhibition explores the intersections of caregiving, creativity…

Thursday, November 6th
Chicago Cultural Center, Chicago Rooms, 2nd Floor North
Andersonville Autumn Restaurant Week
Nov6
Tours & Attractions

Andersonville Autumn Restaurant Week

We invite you to experience the flavors of Andersonville at our inaugural Autumn Restaurant Week, from Saturday, November 1 through Sunday, November 9. Explore a…

Thursday, November 6th
andersonville
1554 W Hollywood
The Joffrey + Ballet in the U.S.
Nov6

The Joffrey + Ballet in the U.S.

The Joffrey + Ballet in the U.S. is a large-scale exhibition celebrating the rich history of The Joffrey Ballet and the life of Robert Joffrey. The…

Thursday, November 6th
659 W. Wrightwood Ave Chicago, IL 60614
Balloon Museum: EmotionAir
Nov6

Balloon Museum: EmotionAir

The Pop Air and Let’s Fly exhibitions continue to thrill and engage a participative audience, but EmotionAir sets an even more ambitious goal. This latest…

Thursday, November 6th
Chicago :The Fields Studios – Gate 1
2828 N. Pulaski
CSI | Materiality in Sculpture: A Dialogue Between Substance and Form
Nov6
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

CSI | Materiality in Sculpture: A Dialogue Between Substance and Form

Evanston Art Center 2025 Exhibition: CSI | Materiality in Sculpture: A Dialogue Between Substance and Form EXHIBITION DATES: September 27 – November 9, 2025 OPENING…

Thursday, November 6th
9:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
Evanston Art Center
1717 Central St
A Tragedy of Religious Fanaticism and Outta Here
Nov6
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

A Tragedy of Religious Fanaticism and Outta Here

A Tragedy of Religious Fanaticism and Outta Here will be exhibited in the Second Floor Gallery of the Art Center. The opening reception is free…

Thursday, November 6th
9:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
Evanston Art Center
1717 Central St
Charting Imaginary Worlds: Why Fantasy and Games Are Inseparable
Nov6
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Charting Imaginary Worlds: Why Fantasy and Games Are Inseparable

From Dungeons & Dragons to The Witcher, fantasy has long been a popular theme for games. But the relationship between fantasy and games is longer…

Thursday, November 6th
9:00 a.m.4:45 p.m.
Special Collections Research Center Exhibition Gallery
1100 East 57th Street
By A Thread: Nature’s Resilience
Nov6
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

By A Thread: Nature’s Resilience

By A Thread: Nature’s Resilience dives into the science of biodiversity and what it takes to protect it—showcasing the research, conservation, and education work happening…

Thursday, November 6th
10:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
Homeschool Days at PEPPA PIG World of Play Chicago
Nov6
Tours & Attractions

Homeschool Days at PEPPA PIG World of Play Chicago

Join us for Homeschool Days at Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago, where preschool families can enjoy an OINKTASTIC discount! Experience the magic of Peppa…

Thursday, November 6th
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago
5 Woodfield Mall
Big Bus Tours’ Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour
Nov6
Tours & Attractions

Big Bus Tours’ Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour

Big Bus Tours’ daily Hop-On, Hop-Off tours offer visitors a convenient way to explore Chicago’s vibrant downtown, including historic landmarks, cultural institutions and hidden gems.…

Thursday, November 6th
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Living in the Shade: Open Space and Public Housing
Nov6
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Living in the Shade: Open Space and Public Housing

This exhibition at the National Public Housing Museum explores the role of open space—large lawns and tenant gardens, paved paths and play spaces, shady seating…

Thursday, November 6th
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
National Public Housing Museum
919 S. Ada St.
Illinois Holocaust Museum presents Experience360
Nov6
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Illinois Holocaust Museum presents Experience360

Illinois Holocaust Museum presents Experience360 provides a panoramic view through history and truth, inviting visitors of all backgrounds to witness stories of survival, ask questions, and reflect…

Thursday, November 6th
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Illinois Holocaust Museum presents Experience360
360 N State St
Take Care with Peanuts: The Exhibit
Nov6
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Take Care with Peanuts: The Exhibit

Good grief! Join Charlie Brown and the Peanuts Gang at Chicago Children’s Museum! Step into Take Care with Peanuts: The Exhibit and be transported into…

Thursday, November 6th
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Chicago Children’s Museum
700 E. Grand Ave.
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