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The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour
May17
Tours & Attractions

The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour

“Everything has beauty, but not everyone sees it.”  (Confucius) Everyone does a boat tour when they visit Chicago.  But as fun as that is, it’s…

Saturday, May 17th
1:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
Titanique
May17
Theatre & Performing Arts

Titanique

Broadway In Chicago presents the Porchlight Music Theatre production of TITANIQUE All aboard NYC’s must-sea musical comedy! When the music of Céline Dion makes sweet Canadian…

Saturday, May 17th
2:00 p.m.3:40 p.m.
Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place
175 E. Chestnut St .Chicago, IL 60611
Trinity Irish Dance Company: Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago Engagement
May17
Theatre & Performing Arts

Trinity Irish Dance Company: Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago Engagement

The critically acclaimed Trinity Irish Dance Company kicks off their landmark 35th anniversary season with a series of performances at the Museum of Contemporary Art.  …

Saturday, May 17th
2:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Museum of Contemporary Art
220 E. Chicago Ave.
Chicago Skyline Sail – Escape the City Hustle
May17
Tours & Attractions

Chicago Skyline Sail – Escape the City Hustle

Experience Chicago’s Stunning Skyline from the Water! AVAILABLE NOW SAIL DAILY May 16, THROUGH Sept 28! Leave the hustle and bustle behind! Explore Chicago’s shores with…

Saturday, May 17th
3:00 p.m.4:15 p.m.
Tall Ship Windy
600 East Grand Avenue Navy Pier
Boudoir Bingo
May17
Theatre & Performing Arts

Boudoir Bingo

Spice up your weekend with a playful and thrilling afternoon at Boudoir Bingo in Chicago! HighlightsThree exciting rounds of bingo with fabulous prizesEnjoy drink specials to keep…

Saturday, May 17th
3:00 p.m.4:15 p.m.
The Newport Theater
956 West Newport Avenue
Boudoir Bingo
May17
Theatre & Performing Arts

Boudoir Bingo

“Lucky cards and sultry stars!” Boudoir Bingo is Chicago’s favorite bingo and variety show. Your hosts, The Bingo B*tch & The Card Kween will guide…

Saturday, May 17th
3:00 p.m.5:00 p.m.
The Newport Theater
956 West Newport Avenue
The End of Reality
May17
Theatre & Performing Arts

The End of Reality

“The End of Reality” is [Richard Maxwell’s] most eloquent statement to date on the blurring of despair and apathy in American lives. – Ben Brantley,…

Saturday, May 17th
3:00 p.m.5:00 p.m.
Theatre Y
3611 W Cermak Rd
90 Minute Architecture River Tour in Chicago
May17
Tours & Attractions

90 Minute Architecture River Tour in Chicago

Experience Chicago’s Best 90-Min Architecture Boat Tour starting May 3, 2025! Led by expert tour guides, this is perfect for all ages. Explore the city’s…

Saturday, May 17th
5:00 p.m.7:00 p.m.
Summer Of George, 900 South Wells Street, Chicago, United States
Summer Of George, 900 South Wells Street, Chicago, United States
Dragos at The Comedy Bar
May17
Music & Comedy

Dragos at The Comedy Bar

Dragoș is one of the pioneers of the English-language comedy scene in Europe – a Romanian-born comedian whose sharp wit, fearless crowd work, and darkly…

Saturday, May 17th
5:30 p.m.7:00 p.m.
The Comedy Bar
500 N. LaSalle St.
The Jury Experience: An Immersive Courtroom Case
May17
Theatre & Performing Arts

The Jury Experience: An Immersive Courtroom Case

Step into the heart of a high-stakes trial with The Jury Experience in Chicago. In this live theater show, you are the jury—the power to deliver justice…

Saturday, May 17th
6:00 p.m.7:15 p.m.
Chopin Theatre
1543 West Division Street
ComedySportz Chicago
May17
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

ComedySportz Chicago

Chicago’s longest running and best interactive improv comedy experience. ComedySportz is comedy played as a sport, not comedy ABOUT sports (whew). Refs, fouls, points, games…

Saturday, May 17th
6:00 p.m.7:30 p.m.
Malarkey Comedy Company
1501 N Kingsbury St
Teatro Zinzanni
May17
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…

Saturday, May 17th
6:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Spiegeltent – Cambria Hotel
32 W. Randolph
The Infinite Wrench
May17
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…

Saturday, May 17th
7:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
The Neo-Futurist Theater
5153 N. Ashland Ave.
Freedom From and Freedom To
May17
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Freedom From and Freedom To

Freedom From and Freedom To is an exploration and celebration of artistic circumstance. Movement and sound improvisors from all around Chicago gather in front of…

Saturday, May 17th
7:00 p.m.8:30 p.m.
Links Hall
3111 North Western Avenue
Em Brown at The Comedy Bar
May17
Music & Comedy

Em Brown at The Comedy Bar

Em Brown began his comedy career while attending college in a small town in Southern Illinois. After graduating, he returned to Chicago, where he quickly…

Saturday, May 17th
7:00 p.m.8:30 p.m.
The Comedy Bar
500 N. LaSalle St.
The Terror Cottas and Chicago Park District Present “The Ostrich”
May17
Theatre & Performing Arts

The Terror Cottas and Chicago Park District Present “The Ostrich”

The Terror Cottas and Chicago Park District are pleased to announce the world premiere of The Ostrich, written by Wendy A. Schmidt and directed by…

Saturday, May 17th
7:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Berger Park’s North Mansion
The End of Reality
May17
Theatre & Performing Arts

The End of Reality

“The End of Reality” is [Richard Maxwell’s] most eloquent statement to date on the blurring of despair and apathy in American lives. – Ben Brantley,…

Saturday, May 17th
7:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Theatre Y
3611 W Cermak Rd
Reimagining Cabaret: Bronzeville Edition
May17
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Reimagining Cabaret: Bronzeville Edition

Step into an unforgettable evening of music, storytelling, and soul as Lynn Colbert-Jones presents her dynamic cabaret concert. Blending powerful vocals, heartfelt narratives, and a…

Saturday, May 17th
7:30 p.m.
Haven Entertainment Center
932 East 43rd Street
Baby Wants Candy! The Original Completely Improvised Musical
May17
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…

Saturday, May 17th
7:30 p.m.8:30 p.m.
The Second City
1616 N. Wells St.
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago Season 47 Spring Series
May17
Theatre & Performing Arts

Hubbard Street Dance Chicago Season 47 Spring Series

Hubbard Street Dance Chicago (HSDC) closes out its thrilling 47th season with Spring Series, a dynamic program featuring a World Premiere by Matthew Rushing, Interim…

Saturday, May 17th
7:30 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Big Bus Tours’ Sunset Live Tour
May17
Tours & Attractions

Big Bus Tours’ Sunset Live Tour

Big Bus Tours, the global leader in open-top bus sightseeing, invites visitors to experience the enhanced Sunset Live Tour in Chicago. Available May 8 through…

Saturday, May 17th
7:30 p.m.9:00 p.m.
618 N Clark St.
618 N. Clark St
Titanique
May17
Theatre & Performing Arts

Titanique

Broadway In Chicago presents the Porchlight Music Theatre production of TITANIQUE All aboard NYC’s must-sea musical comedy! When the music of Céline Dion makes sweet Canadian…

Saturday, May 17th
7:30 p.m.9:10 p.m.
Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place
175 E. Chestnut St .Chicago, IL 60611
Trinity Irish Dance Company: Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago Engagement
May17
Theatre & Performing Arts

Trinity Irish Dance Company: Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago Engagement

The critically acclaimed Trinity Irish Dance Company kicks off their landmark 35th anniversary season with a series of performances at the Museum of Contemporary Art.  …

Saturday, May 17th
7:30 p.m.9:30 p.m.
Museum of Contemporary Art
220 E. Chicago Ave.
Hiplet Ballerinas
May17
Theatre & Performing Arts

Hiplet Ballerinas

Explore the fiery fusion of classical pointe technique, Hip-Hop and other dance styles with a Chicago trailblazing company redefining ballet with “cutting-edge style” (The University…

Saturday, May 17th
7:30 p.m.9:30 p.m.
Auditorium Theatre
50 East Ida B. Wells Drive
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