2020 Chicago Cabaret Week
Chicago Cabaret Week has been postponed. Organizers are working to reschedule the events to a later date, please check back soon for updates.
Cabaret has been at the heartbeat of Chicago’s nightclub scene for more than a century. Come experience Chicago Cabaret Week at intimate venues around the city as artists bring you their personal renditions of the Great American Songbook, blues, jazz, burlesque, pop, comedy and Broadway. Get carried away by Chicago Cabaret!
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Holidays in the Loop
Welcome to the Loop, where Chicago’s holiday traditions are made. Witness the transformation of the city’s official downtown into a winter wonderland. You deserve a…
Theatre & Performing Arts
The Play That Goes Wrong
What would happen if Sherlock Holmes and Monty Python had an illegitimate Broadway baby? You’d get THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, Broadway & London’s award-winning…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Pegasus Theatre Chicago Presents 35th Annual Young Playwrights Festival
Pegasus Theatre Chicago is proud to announce its 35th Annual Young Playwrights Festival, streaming Jan. 6 – Feb. 6, 2022 with a virtual opening night…
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts, Virtual Event
Annual Holiday Show at The Factory Theater
The Factory Theater,1623 W. Howard St., is pleased to announce the return of their annual Holiday Show available for viewing exclusively online. The Factory Theater…
Virtual Event
Drawn to Combat: Bill Mauldin and the Art of War
Pritzker Military Museum & Library Launches Virtual Exhibition of Legendary Political Cartoonists Bill Mauldin’s Work View A One-of-a-Kind Virtual Exhibit That Tells the Real Story…
Tours & Attractions
Hello Helios: The warming suns of Chicago’s Greektown
Greektown Chicago is proud to present its new outdoor art exhibit Hello Helios: The warming suns of Chicago’s Greektown, with 24 vibrant three-dimensional artworks lining…
Ice Rink at Gallagher Way
ICE SKATE NEXT TO WRIGLEY FIELD Skate all winter long underneath the twinkling lights of Winterland at Gallagher Way! The 8,000 sq.ft. ice rink is…
Ice Skating Ribbon at Maggie Daley Park
Prices: ALL reservations include Gogh Skating – there is not an additional fee. Monday-Thursday -Skate Rental $16 on-line + tax $18 walkup + tax Skate with…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Skating in the Park at Rosemont
Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district is thrilled to kick off the holiday season with the return of its Chicago Wolves Ice Rink Friday, Nov.…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Tony Fitzpatrick: Jesus of Western Avenue
The Cleve Carney Museum of Art opens its inaugural season with Tony Fitzpatrick: Jesus of Western Avenue. This will be the final museum exhibition by…
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts, Virtual Event
Annual Holiday Show at The Factory Theater
The Factory Theater,1623 W. Howard St., is pleased to announce the return of their annual Holiday Show available for viewing exclusively online. The Factory Theater…
Virtual Event
Drawn to Combat: Bill Mauldin and the Art of War
Pritzker Military Museum & Library Launches Virtual Exhibition of Legendary Political Cartoonists Bill Mauldin’s Work View A One-of-a-Kind Virtual Exhibit That Tells the Real Story…
Tours & Attractions
Hello Helios: The warming suns of Chicago’s Greektown
Greektown Chicago is proud to present its new outdoor art exhibit Hello Helios: The warming suns of Chicago’s Greektown, with 24 vibrant three-dimensional artworks lining…
Ice Rink at Gallagher Way
ICE SKATE NEXT TO WRIGLEY FIELD Skate all winter long underneath the twinkling lights of Winterland at Gallagher Way! The 8,000 sq.ft. ice rink is…
Ice Skating Ribbon at Maggie Daley Park
Prices: ALL reservations include Gogh Skating – there is not an additional fee. Monday-Thursday -Skate Rental $16 on-line + tax $18 walkup + tax Skate with…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Skating in the Park at Rosemont
Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district is thrilled to kick off the holiday season with the return of its Chicago Wolves Ice Rink Friday, Nov.…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Tony Fitzpatrick: Jesus of Western Avenue
The Cleve Carney Museum of Art opens its inaugural season with Tony Fitzpatrick: Jesus of Western Avenue. This will be the final museum exhibition by…
Virtual Event
2022 Fillet of Solo Festival
Former Lifeline Theatre Artistic Director Dorothy Milne and former Live Bait Theater Artistic Director Sharon Evans are pleased to announce the 25th Annual Fillet of…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Free Admission Day
Free Admission Days are the perfect opportunity to explore our general admission exhibitions with your family or a group of science-loving friends. Or, use these…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Like Queer Animals: We Hold Your Gaze
Like Queer Animals (LQA), the collaborative team of artist Jessie Mott and writer and queer scholar Chantal Nadeau, presents the exhibition “We Hold Your Gaze”…
Sports & Recreation
McCormick Tribune Ice Rink
Skating at the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink in Millennium Park returns for its 20th anniversary season, open daily from November 19 through March 6 (weather…
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts, Virtual Event
Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts | Argus Quartet
DAME MYRA HESS MEMORIAL CONCERTS | ARGUS QUARTET Program: Juri Seo – Respiri – in memoriam Jonathan Harvey Alicia June – String Quartet…
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts, Virtual Event
Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts | Blue Violet Duo
DAME MYRA HESS MEMORIAL CONCERTS | BLUE VIOLET DUO Kate Carter, violin Louise Chan, piano Program: Gwyneth Walker – Fantasy Etudes for Violin…
Theatre & Performing Arts
The Play That Goes Wrong
What would happen if Sherlock Holmes and Monty Python had an illegitimate Broadway baby? You’d get THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, Broadway & London’s award-winning…
Ice Bumper Cars at Gallagher Way
GALLAGHER WAY IS EXCITED TO INTRODUCE ICE BUMPER CARS TO THE RINK IN JANUARY, 2022! Take part in Winterland at Gallagher Way’s newest attraction, Ice…
Sports & Recreation
Chicago Wolves vs. Texas Stars
Chicago Wolves vs. Texas Stars, Jan 26, 7:00PM. Tickets are on sale at TicketNetwork.
Theatre & Performing Arts
The Play That Goes Wrong
What would happen if Sherlock Holmes and Monty Python had an illegitimate Broadway baby? You’d get THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, Broadway & London’s award-winning…
Music & Comedy
Pool Holograph
Door Time: 8:00 PM Show Time: 8:30 PM $13 ADV | $15 DOS | 21+ Pool Holograph Beginning as Wyatt Grant’s bedroom project, Pool…
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts, Virtual Event
Annual Holiday Show at The Factory Theater
The Factory Theater,1623 W. Howard St., is pleased to announce the return of their annual Holiday Show available for viewing exclusively online. The Factory Theater…
Virtual Event
Drawn to Combat: Bill Mauldin and the Art of War
Pritzker Military Museum & Library Launches Virtual Exhibition of Legendary Political Cartoonists Bill Mauldin’s Work View A One-of-a-Kind Virtual Exhibit That Tells the Real Story…
Tours & Attractions
Hello Helios: The warming suns of Chicago’s Greektown
Greektown Chicago is proud to present its new outdoor art exhibit Hello Helios: The warming suns of Chicago’s Greektown, with 24 vibrant three-dimensional artworks lining…
Ice Rink at Gallagher Way
ICE SKATE NEXT TO WRIGLEY FIELD Skate all winter long underneath the twinkling lights of Winterland at Gallagher Way! The 8,000 sq.ft. ice rink is…
Ice Skating Ribbon at Maggie Daley Park
Prices: ALL reservations include Gogh Skating – there is not an additional fee. Monday-Thursday -Skate Rental $16 on-line + tax $18 walkup + tax Skate with…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Skating in the Park at Rosemont
Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district is thrilled to kick off the holiday season with the return of its Chicago Wolves Ice Rink Friday, Nov.…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Tony Fitzpatrick: Jesus of Western Avenue
The Cleve Carney Museum of Art opens its inaugural season with Tony Fitzpatrick: Jesus of Western Avenue. This will be the final museum exhibition by…
Virtual Event
2022 Fillet of Solo Festival
Former Lifeline Theatre Artistic Director Dorothy Milne and former Live Bait Theater Artistic Director Sharon Evans are pleased to announce the 25th Annual Fillet of…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Like Queer Animals: We Hold Your Gaze
Like Queer Animals (LQA), the collaborative team of artist Jessie Mott and writer and queer scholar Chantal Nadeau, presents the exhibition “We Hold Your Gaze”…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Ray Bradbury: Inextinguishable
Ray Bradbury: Inextinguishable honors the incredible writing and enduring impact of one of America’s most celebrated writers. Featuring personal artifacts from Bradbury’s life like his…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Alice in Wonderland
After falling down the rabbit hole, the curious Alice finds herself in a fantastic world of nonsense. But wait! How will she get home? Follow…
Sports & Recreation
McCormick Tribune Ice Rink
Skating at the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink in Millennium Park returns for its 20th anniversary season, open daily from November 19 through March 6 (weather…
Ice Bumper Cars at Gallagher Way
GALLAGHER WAY IS EXCITED TO INTRODUCE ICE BUMPER CARS TO THE RINK IN JANUARY, 2022! Take part in Winterland at Gallagher Way’s newest attraction, Ice…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Theatre & Performing Arts
Copa Carnivale
The lights go down and Carnivale heats up with “Copa Carnivale”. Revel in a three course dinner and 90 minutes of a 1950’s style cabaret…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Mary Rose
Black Button Eyes Productions is pleased present the world premiere musical Mary Rose, adapted from play of the same name by J.M. Barrie (Peter Pan). It spins the tale of…
Music & Comedy
Punch Brothers – All Ashore Tour
Bluegrass outfit Punch Brothers is coming to Chicago for their brand new All Ashore Tour! See them live at Riviera Theatre on Jan 27, 2022.…
Theatre & Performing Arts
The Play That Goes Wrong
What would happen if Sherlock Holmes and Monty Python had an illegitimate Broadway baby? You’d get THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, Broadway & London’s award-winning…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Wellesley Girl at Theater Wit
Compass Theatre is proud to announce its LIVE return to stage with the production of Wellesley Girl, written by playwright Brendan Pelsue and directed by…
Music & Comedy
Carlos Vives – Despues De Todo Tour
Colombian chart-topper Carlos Vives is coming to Rosemont for his brand new Despues De Todo Tour! See him live at Rosemont Theatre on Jan 27,…
Music & Comedy
Mansionair
Australian indie electronic trio Mansionair will perform live at Metro Chicago on Jan 27, 2022. Tickets are on sale at TicketNetwork.
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Theatre & Performing Arts
Copa Carnivale
The lights go down and Carnivale heats up with “Copa Carnivale”. Revel in a three course dinner and 90 minutes of a 1950’s style cabaret…
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts, Virtual Event
Annual Holiday Show at The Factory Theater
The Factory Theater,1623 W. Howard St., is pleased to announce the return of their annual Holiday Show available for viewing exclusively online. The Factory Theater…
Virtual Event
Drawn to Combat: Bill Mauldin and the Art of War
Pritzker Military Museum & Library Launches Virtual Exhibition of Legendary Political Cartoonists Bill Mauldin’s Work View A One-of-a-Kind Virtual Exhibit That Tells the Real Story…
Tours & Attractions
Hello Helios: The warming suns of Chicago’s Greektown
Greektown Chicago is proud to present its new outdoor art exhibit Hello Helios: The warming suns of Chicago’s Greektown, with 24 vibrant three-dimensional artworks lining…
Ice Rink at Gallagher Way
ICE SKATE NEXT TO WRIGLEY FIELD Skate all winter long underneath the twinkling lights of Winterland at Gallagher Way! The 8,000 sq.ft. ice rink is…
Ice Skating Ribbon at Maggie Daley Park
Prices: ALL reservations include Gogh Skating – there is not an additional fee. Monday-Thursday -Skate Rental $16 on-line + tax $18 walkup + tax Skate with…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Skating in the Park at Rosemont
Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district is thrilled to kick off the holiday season with the return of its Chicago Wolves Ice Rink Friday, Nov.…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Tony Fitzpatrick: Jesus of Western Avenue
The Cleve Carney Museum of Art opens its inaugural season with Tony Fitzpatrick: Jesus of Western Avenue. This will be the final museum exhibition by…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Comedy Hour at Annoyance Theatre
Each week, Chicago comics bring the freshest, most experimental new material to the Annoyance for the Comedy Hour. The weekly show is an eclectic mix…
Virtual Event
2022 Fillet of Solo Festival
Former Lifeline Theatre Artistic Director Dorothy Milne and former Live Bait Theater Artistic Director Sharon Evans are pleased to announce the 25th Annual Fillet of…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Penguin Encounter
Meet one of the penguins at Shedd! During this extraordinary 30-minute experience you’ll learn what makes these birds so amazing and watch a penguin explore,…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Like Queer Animals: We Hold Your Gaze
Like Queer Animals (LQA), the collaborative team of artist Jessie Mott and writer and queer scholar Chantal Nadeau, presents the exhibition “We Hold Your Gaze”…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Beluga Encounter
Get a chance to meet the belugas at Shedd right where they live! Standing side by side with a trainer on an underwater ledge, in this…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Ray Bradbury: Inextinguishable
Ray Bradbury: Inextinguishable honors the incredible writing and enduring impact of one of America’s most celebrated writers. Featuring personal artifacts from Bradbury’s life like his…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Alice in Wonderland
After falling down the rabbit hole, the curious Alice finds herself in a fantastic world of nonsense. But wait! How will she get home? Follow…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Goldilocks and the Three Bears
When Goldilocks and her dog, Bailey, venture into the woods to find a friend for her mom, she stumbles upon a cute house with three…
Sports & Recreation
McCormick Tribune Ice Rink
Skating at the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink in Millennium Park returns for its 20th anniversary season, open daily from November 19 through March 6 (weather…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Penguin Encounter
Meet one of the penguins at Shedd! During this extraordinary 30-minute experience you’ll learn what makes these birds so amazing and watch a penguin explore,…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Winter Wine & Food Festa at Eataly Chicago
Looking for something to warm you up this winter? Take a trip through Northern Italy at Eataly’s Winter Wine & Food Festa where you can enjoy…
Sports & Recreation
Chicago Wolves vs. Grand Rapids Griffins
Chicago Wolves vs. Grand Rapids Griffins, Jan 28, 7:00PM. Tickets are on sale at TicketNetwork.
Sports & Recreation
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Colorado Avalanche
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Colorado Avalanche, Jan 28, 7:30PM. Tickets are on sale at TicketNetwork.
Theatre & Performing Arts
Romantic Perspectives
The Romantic movement in music blossomed across Europe during the nineteenth century. Fueled by the vision of Beethoven, the poetry of Schubert, and the hyper-emotionalism…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Mary Rose
Black Button Eyes Productions is pleased present the world premiere musical Mary Rose, adapted from play of the same name by J.M. Barrie (Peter Pan). It spins the tale of…
Theatre & Performing Arts
The Play That Goes Wrong
What would happen if Sherlock Holmes and Monty Python had an illegitimate Broadway baby? You’d get THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, Broadway & London’s award-winning…
Theatre & Performing Arts
The Virginian
A world premiere adaptation of the novel that originated the archetype of the American cowboy. Never named, rough-hewn but soft-spoken, living on the frontier between…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Wellesley Girl at Theater Wit
Compass Theatre is proud to announce its LIVE return to stage with the production of Wellesley Girl, written by playwright Brendan Pelsue and directed by…
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…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Bible Bingo
Now in its 12th year, Bible Bingo is a hit, long-running, interactive comedy play, written by Vicki Quade. The premise is that Mrs. Mary Margaret…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Bible Bingo
Now in its 12th year, “Bible Bingo” is a hit, long-running, interactive comedy play, written by Vicki Quade. The premise is that Mrs. Mary Margaret…
Music & Comedy
Denise La Grassa Concert
Critically-acclaimed Chicagoland singer, songwriter and keyboardist Denise La Grassa will perform blues and roots originals and standards with bandmates John Kregor, Mike Dangeroux, and John…
Music & Comedy
Erasure – The Neon Tour
English synthpop duo Erasure is coming to Chicago for their brand new The Neon Tour! See them live at Credit Union 1 Arena on Jan…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Kelly Barrett Presents Study Break!
Keep Kelly Barrett company as she takes a night off from learning the law to sing some classics and fumble her way through a return…
Music & Comedy
Tedeschi Trucks Band – Wheels of Soul Tour
Blues rockers Tedeschi Trucks Band are coming to Chicago for their brand new Wheels of Soul Tour! See them live at The Chicago Theatre on…
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
The Rat Pack Is Back
The Rat Pack is Back is a tribute to the fabulous era of Frank, Sammy, Dean and Peter. The show recreates some of the most…
Music & Comedy
Tchami, AC Slater, Habstrakt & Marten Horger
Tchami, AC Slater, Habstrakt & Marten Horger will perform live at Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom on Jan 28, 2022. Tickets are on sale at TicketNetwork.
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
S!CK!CK at The Underground Chicago
SPECIAL EVENT: Sickick’s style of music is a mix of trap, bass, reggaeton, and rhythm and blues that creates a mysterious experience. The iconic producer,…
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts, Virtual Event
Annual Holiday Show at The Factory Theater
The Factory Theater,1623 W. Howard St., is pleased to announce the return of their annual Holiday Show available for viewing exclusively online. The Factory Theater…
Virtual Event
Drawn to Combat: Bill Mauldin and the Art of War
Pritzker Military Museum & Library Launches Virtual Exhibition of Legendary Political Cartoonists Bill Mauldin’s Work View A One-of-a-Kind Virtual Exhibit That Tells the Real Story…
Tours & Attractions
Hello Helios: The warming suns of Chicago’s Greektown
Greektown Chicago is proud to present its new outdoor art exhibit Hello Helios: The warming suns of Chicago’s Greektown, with 24 vibrant three-dimensional artworks lining…
Ice Rink at Gallagher Way
ICE SKATE NEXT TO WRIGLEY FIELD Skate all winter long underneath the twinkling lights of Winterland at Gallagher Way! The 8,000 sq.ft. ice rink is…
Ice Skating Ribbon at Maggie Daley Park
Prices: ALL reservations include Gogh Skating – there is not an additional fee. Monday-Thursday -Skate Rental $16 on-line + tax $18 walkup + tax Skate with…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Skating in the Park at Rosemont
Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district is thrilled to kick off the holiday season with the return of its Chicago Wolves Ice Rink Friday, Nov.…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Tony Fitzpatrick: Jesus of Western Avenue
The Cleve Carney Museum of Art opens its inaugural season with Tony Fitzpatrick: Jesus of Western Avenue. This will be the final museum exhibition by…
Virtual Event
2022 Fillet of Solo Festival
Former Lifeline Theatre Artistic Director Dorothy Milne and former Live Bait Theater Artistic Director Sharon Evans are pleased to announce the 25th Annual Fillet of…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Penguin Encounter
Meet one of the penguins at Shedd! During this extraordinary 30-minute experience you’ll learn what makes these birds so amazing and watch a penguin explore,…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Like Queer Animals: We Hold Your Gaze
Like Queer Animals (LQA), the collaborative team of artist Jessie Mott and writer and queer scholar Chantal Nadeau, presents the exhibition “We Hold Your Gaze”…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Beluga Encounter
Get a chance to meet the belugas at Shedd right where they live! Standing side by side with a trainer on an underwater ledge, in this…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Shark Feeding Tour
Witness mealtime with the ocean’s most dynamic, and misunderstood, predators in this 60-minute behind-the-scenes feeding tour. Beyond spotting all sorts of underwater life from corals…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Ray Bradbury: Inextinguishable
Ray Bradbury: Inextinguishable honors the incredible writing and enduring impact of one of America’s most celebrated writers. Featuring personal artifacts from Bradbury’s life like his…
Sports & Recreation
McCormick Tribune Ice Rink
Skating at the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink in Millennium Park returns for its 20th anniversary season, open daily from November 19 through March 6 (weather…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Penguin Encounter
Meet one of the penguins at Shedd! During this extraordinary 30-minute experience you’ll learn what makes these birds so amazing and watch a penguin explore,…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
E/Merge: Art of the Indian Diaspora
‘E/Merge: Art of the Indian Diaspora’ showcases contemporary, cutting-edge works created by nine emerging Indian-American visual artists from across the United States. Hosted by the…
Chicago Cabaret Week is presented by Chicago Cabaret Professionals, Working In Concert, Acts Of Kindness Cabaret, and The Cabaret Project. For more info or questions please contact the Chicago Cabaret Professionals at (877) 554-7714
Chicago Cabaret Week is part of the Year of Chicago Music celebration
