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Chicago Dance Month’s Wave Wall
Aug24
Theatre & Performing Arts

Chicago Dance Month’s Wave Wall

CHICAGO – See Chicago Dance, the dance industry’s nonprofit service organization, is proud to announce that its popular annual offering, Chicago Dance Month, returns this…

Saturday August 24, 2024
4:00 p.m.5:00 p.m.
Navy Pier
600 East Grand Avenue
“DISARM, Everyday Violence, Every Day” Exhibition at Weinberg/Newton Gallery
Aug24
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

“DISARM, Everyday Violence, Every Day” Exhibition at Weinberg/Newton Gallery

After nine years of serving the Chicago community as a non-commercial gallery dedicated to promoting social justice causes through art and programming, Weinberg/Newton Gallery is…

Saturday August 24, 2024
5:00 p.m.7:00 p.m.
Weinberg/Newton Gallery
688 N. Milwaukee Avenue
The Chicago Black Dance Legacy Project in Divination: The Dancing Souls of Black Folk
Aug24
Theatre & Performing Arts

The Chicago Black Dance Legacy Project in Divination: The Dancing Souls of Black Folk

Join the companies of the Chicago Black Dance Legacy Project at Millennium Park for Divination: The Dancing Souls of Black Folk, a dance concert exploring the divine,…

Saturday August 24, 2024
5:45 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph Street
Divination: The Dancing Souls Of Black Folk
Aug24
Theatre & Performing Arts

Divination: The Dancing Souls Of Black Folk

Chicago Black Dance Legacy Project (CBDLP) announces its return to Millennium Park on Saturday, August 24, 2024, at 5:45pm in Divination: The Dancing Souls of…

Saturday August 24, 2024
5:45 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph Street
Chicago Black Legacy Project Presents ‘Divination: The Dancing Souls of Black Folk’
Aug24
Theatre & Performing Arts

Chicago Black Legacy Project Presents ‘Divination: The Dancing Souls of Black Folk’

Join the companies of the Chicago Black Dance Legacy Project at Millennium Park for Divination: The Dancing Souls of Black Folk, a dance concert exploring the divine, mystical,…

Saturday August 24, 2024
5:45 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Millennium Park – Jay Pritzker Pavilion
201 E Randolph St
The Complete History of America (Abridged) Special Election Edition
Aug24
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

The Complete History of America (Abridged) Special Election Edition

This “breathlessly paced, intellectual vaudeville” (NEW YORK TIMES) by Adam Long, Reed Martin and Austin Tichenor made its debut in ‘93 at The Kennedy Center…

Saturday August 24, 2024
6:00 p.m.7:30 p.m.
The iO Theater
1501 North Kingsbury Street
Chicago SummerDance -Spirit of Music Garden in Grant Park
Aug24
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Theatre & Performing Arts

Chicago SummerDance -Spirit of Music Garden in Grant Park

From June 15 through September 8 (select dates), the free outdoor series offers dance and movement lessons for all skill levels taught by professional instructors,…

Saturday August 24, 2024
6:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Grant Park
301 S Columbus Dr
Teatro Zinzanni
Aug24
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 August 24, 2024
6:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Spiegeltent – Cambria Hotel
32 W. Randolph
The Infinite Wrench
Aug24
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 August 24, 2024
7:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
The Neo-Futurist Theater
5153 N. Ashland Ave.
BLANK! The Musical
Aug24
Theatre & Performing Arts

BLANK! The Musical

This unique show is completely improvised, with no script or book – just the performers on stage and suggestions from the audience. At BLANK! The…

Saturday August 24, 2024
7:00 p.m.8:30 p.m.

Neon Paddle
Aug24
Sports & Recreation

Neon Paddle

Night time guided electric motorized paddle board tours with LED lights. Located in Ping Tom Park, Neon Paddle is the only glowing motorized paddle board…

Saturday August 24, 2024
7:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Ping Tom Memorial Park
1700 South Wentworth Avenue
Baby Wants Candy! The Original Completely Improvised Musical
Aug24
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 August 24, 2024
7:30 p.m.8:30 p.m.
The Second City
1616 N. Wells St.
GDC: “Season 61 | UNLIMITED!” Spring Harris Theater Engagement
Aug24
Theatre & Performing Arts

GDC: “Season 61 | UNLIMITED!” Spring Harris Theater Engagement

Giordano Dance Chicago, America’s original jazz dance company, presents their spring engagement at the Harris Theater for Music and Dance, 205 E. Randolph St. at…

Saturday August 24, 2024
7:30 p.m.9:30 p.m.
Redtwist Theatre presents The Normal Heart
Aug24
Theatre & Performing Arts

Redtwist Theatre presents The Normal Heart

CHICAGO – Award-winning Redtwist Theatre is proud to announce the second production in its 2023 – 2024 Season of Pride at its home in Edgewater,…

Saturday August 24, 2024
7:30 p.m.9:30 p.m.
Redtwist Theatre
1044 W. Bryn Mawr Ave
Back to the Future: The Musical
Aug24
Theatre & Performing Arts

Back to the Future: The Musical

Great Scott! Back to the Future, the beloved, cinematic classic is now a Broadway musical with its destination set for Chicago in 2024. Winner of…

Saturday August 24, 2024
7:30 p.m.10:30 p.m.
Cadillac Palace Theatre
151 W. Randolph St. , Chicago, IL, 60601
The Lincoln Lodge
Aug24
Theatre & Performing Arts

The Lincoln Lodge

The Lincoln Lodge stand-up comedy and variety showcase plays every Friday and Saturday night in Chicago’s glamorous Logan Square! In addition to The Lodge’s rotating…

Saturday August 24, 2024
8:00 p.m.9:30 p.m.
The Lincoln Lodge Theater
2040 N. Milwaukee Ave.
The Factory Theater Announces Stabbed In The Heart
Aug24
Theatre & Performing Arts

The Factory Theater Announces Stabbed In The Heart

CHICAGO – The Factory Theater and Lindley and Hall Productions are proud to announce the cast and creative team for Stabbed in the Heart, opening…

Saturday August 24, 2024
8:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
The Factory Theater
1623 W. Howard St. , Chicago, IL, 60626
Best Of Annoyance Sketch
Aug24
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 August 24, 2024
9:30 p.m.10:30 p.m.
The Annoyance Theatre
851 W. Belmont Ave.
The Chicago Dogs VS Lake County
Aug25
Sports & Recreation

The Chicago Dogs VS Lake County

The Chicago Dogs will play against Lake County at the state-of-the-art Impact Field in Rosemont. The game starts at 6:30pm and gates open at 5:30pm. Tickets start at $9.…

Sunday August 25, 2024
3:00 a.m.5:00 a.m.
Impact Field
9850 Balmoral Avenue
Teatro Zinzanni
Aug25
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 August 25, 2024
5:00 a.m.9:00 p.m.
Spiegeltent – Cambria Hotel
32 W. Randolph
Chicago Triathlon adds supertri Pro League Event ahead of August!
Aug25
Sports & Recreation

Chicago Triathlon adds supertri Pro League Event ahead of August!

supertri, the innovative and entertaining professional closed league formats that redefined the sport – delivering fast, technical and tactical racing featuring the world’s best athletes…

Sunday August 25, 2024
6:00 a.m.2:00 p.m.
Monroe Harbor
400 E Monroe St
Bouncy Games
Aug25
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Bouncy Games

About:  Step into an inflatable paradise at Bouncy Games in Chicago! Make amazing memories with friends and family, as you bounce, flop, and somersault through…

Sunday August 25, 2024
9:00 a.m.6:00 p.m.
2367 W Logan Blvd Chicago, IL 60647
2367 W Logan Blvd
Flight of Butterflies
Aug25
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Flight of Butterflies

ntroducing the Flight of Butterflies! This city-wide exhibit merges nature, art, and story telling, creating a memorable experience for all in Chicago. Local artists adorn…

Sunday August 25, 2024
10:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
The Grand Haveli
Aug25
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

The Grand Haveli

The Golden Triangle, (2035 W. Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL) will present THE GRAND HAVELI an installation and sale of Indian architecture, furniture and sculpture opening…

Sunday August 25, 2024
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
The Golden Triangle
2035 W Grand Ave
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