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!
Theatre & Performing Arts
Rush Hour Concerts // The Grand Tour: A Journey Through Baroque Europe
RUSH HOUR CONCERTS // THE GRAND TOUR: A Journey Through Baroque Europe Ars Musica Chicago Kiyoe Matsuura, baroque violin Cora Swenson Lee, baroque cello Jason…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Frida Kahlo: Timeless
The exhibition, on view June 5 to Sept. 6, 2021, will be the largest Frida Kahlo exhibition in the Chicago area in more than 40…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
¡Viva la Libertad! Latin America and the Age of Revolutions
As revolutions broke out in the United States, France, and Haiti, freedom movements took root in Latin America, where the colonies of Spain and Portugal…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Artists on the Lam’s 10th Anniversary Show: DECAHEDRON Online Art Exhibition
2021 marks the 10th anniversary of Artists on the Lam. Celebrate with us! It was on Monday, June 6, 2011, that local artist, independent curator,…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Belmont Theater District Spring Offerings
The Belmont Theater District (BTD), Chicago’s largest theater district, introduces a wide variety of offerings this spring. With more than 25 organizations, BTD members’ offerings…
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…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Immersive Art Space LP presents Immersive Van Gogh
Lighthouse ArtSpace Chicago, a new venue within Chicago’s recently renovated landmark Germania Club Building, will open Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021 with the U.S. premiere of…
Theatre & Performing Arts
M.A.D.D. Rhythms June Dance Performances and Events
Join M.A.D.D. Rhythms, Chicago’s premier tap collective, as they continue their 20th Anniversary all June long with appearances and performances throughout the Midwest including See…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Sole e Amore (Sun and Love)
Revel in the sounds of Italy with a virtual program awash with beautiful lesser-known musical gems by beloved Italian opera composers, curated and hosted by…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
The Metamorphosis of Gabriel Villa
Hyde Park Art Center, the renowned non-profit hub for contemporary art located on Chicago’s vibrant South Side, presents The Metamorphosis of Gabriel Villa and a…
Virtual Event
The Music of Black Voices
‘The Music of Black Voices: Inspiring today’s youth through a choreographic reflection of our era and celebrating the history of black artists in music.’ Six…
Music & Comedy
The Northman Live Music Summer Series
The Northman Summer Music Series will run daily on our Pergola Stage, Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day. The FREE live music series by the…
Virtual Event
Steppenwolf Theatre Virtual Productions
Steppenwolf NOW is a new virtual programming stream featuring six breakthrough stories written by America’s most talented voices, spotlighting the nation’s premier ensemble theatre. Offering…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Raíces to Roots
Raíces to Roots is a multi-disciplinary production that celebrates and examines the Chicago Puerto Rican experience. Stories of pride, struggle, and resilience are embodied through…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
African Diaspora: Chicago | An Exhibition Curated by Gallery Guichard
Gallery Guichard, the most notable and respected gallery in Bronzeville — the largest African American art district in the country — is located on the…
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American Roulette
American Roulette April 16 – July 18, 2021 Chase Gallery at Epiphany Center for the Arts For information on American Roulette: https://epiphanychi.com/american-roulette/
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Chicago: Home of House
Chicago: Home of House The Catacombs at Epiphany Center for the Arts May 8 to July 11, 2021 For more information on Chicago: Home…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Juan Arango Palacios: Payasadas
Juan Arango Palacios: Payasadas The Guild Room at Epiphany Center for the Arts May 7 to July 18, 2021 For more information on Juan Arango Palacios:…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Perspectives From Japan: A Group Exhibition of Japanese Mosaic Artists
The art of mosaic in Japan after World War II was recognized mainly as mural art. Very few artists were making easel mosaic works as…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Wangari Mathenge – The Expats Series: Impressions on Paper
Wangari Mathenge – The Expats Series: Impressions on Paper The Sacristy Gallery at Epiphany Center for the Arts May 21 to July 25, 2021 Opening…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Becoming Jane: The Evolution of Dr. Jane Goodall
Step into the field to explore the trailblazing life and legacy of Dr. Jane Goodall, from her groundbreaking work with chimpanzees to becoming an acclaimed…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Camp Shedd: Summer Splash
Camp is back! Are you ready to make a splash? Join us this summer at Shedd Aquarium for one of our week-long camps for kids…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Chicago: Home of House
Chicago: Home of House The Catacombs at Epiphany Center for the Arts Through July 17, 2021 Phase 2 Reception and Performances – June 12, 3:30 p.m.…
Tours & Attractions
Shoreline Sightseeing Architecture River Tours
Shoreline Sightseeing’s award-winning Architecture River Tours depart daily from Polk Bros Park at the southwest corner of Navy Pier and from the northeast corner of…
Tours & Attractions
Shoreline Sightseeing Architecture River Tours
Shoreline Sightseeing’s award-winning Architecture River Tours depart daily from Polk Bros Park at the southwest corner of Navy Pier and from the northeast corner of…
Tours & Attractions
Shoreline Sightseeing Skyline Lake Tour
Shoreline Sightseeing Skyline Lake Tours are a family favorite offering panoramic views of the city’s world-famous skyline on a relaxing 40-mintue cruise. Passengers learn about…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Special Exhibit – Fan Favorites from the Lizzadro Collection
Special Exhibit – Fan Favorites from the Lizzadro Collection continues through August 29, 2021 Missing some of your favorite pieces in the Museum? Re-visit the…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
God Damn Exhibition Opening
Buddy is proud to host a group show of work from the Chicago-based API artist collective God Damn for the month of June. During out…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Paradigm Exhibit
This summer, join Springboard Arts for the opening of their third exhibition, “Paradigm.” As the world around us evolves, so must one’s disposition, and in…
Tours & Attractions
Shoreline Sightseeing Architecture River Tour
Discover Chicago’s world-famous architecture and dramatic history on Shoreline Sightseeing’s Architecture River Tour, named as TripAdvisor’s #1 Travel experience in the United states for 2020.…
Virtual Event
The Future of the Urban Middle Class
Research shows Chicago has become more segregated by income over time with growing pockets of extreme wealth and extreme poverty. This special hour-long event tackles…
Music & Comedy
Skyline Sessions at Navy Pier
End the work week with live music acts from a wide array of genres and styles. Grab a seat on the Wave Wall Staircase near…
Music & Comedy
Wave Wall Wax at Navy Pier
Jam out to free outdoor DJ performances every Saturday afternoon this summer. This weekly live DJ music summer series will take place every Saturday afternoon…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Music & Comedy
Tuesdays on the Terrace
Summer Tuesdays come alive on the MCA’s Anne and John Kern Terrace Garden with free music highlighting artists from Chicago’s internationally renowned jazz community. Enjoy…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Rush Hour Concerts // The Romantic Piano Trios
RUSH HOUR CONCERTS // THE ROMANTIC PIANO TRIOS MingHuan Xu, violin Alexander Hersh, cello Winston Choi, piano Program Robert Schumann – Phantasiestucke, Op.…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
“Liberation Among The Stars: A Past & Future Dream” by Tesh Silver at Co-Prosperity
Liberation Among The Stars: A Past & Future Dream by Tesh Silver In the windows of Co-Prosperity Saturday, May 29- Saturday June 28 Ancestors no…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
“Liberation Among The Stars: A Past & Future Dream” by Tesh Silver at Co-Prosperity
Liberation Among The Stars: A Past & Future Dream by Tesh Silver In the windows of Co-Prosperity Saturday, May 29- Saturday June 28 Ancestors…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Chicago Takes 10
Chicago Takes 10 is a new virtual performance series sponsored by the Walder Foundation to provide support to performing artists and arts organizations who have…
Sports & Recreation
Pier Fitness: Rush Hour Workouts at Navy Pier
Break a sweat with cardio workouts led by professional fitness instructors in Polk Bros Park Performance Lawn, the gateway to Navy Pier. For all ages…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Chicago Dance Month
See Chicago Dance, the dance industry’s nonprofit service organization, is proud to announce that this June will see the return of its popular annual offering,…
Sports & Recreation
Chicago Dogs vs. Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks
Join the Chicago Dogs as they take on the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks at Impact Field in Rosemont. Chicago Dogs games welcome fans of all ages for…
Music & Comedy
Fresh Inc Festival 2021
Join Chicago’s own Fifth House Ensemble as they present their tenth annual summer festival for musical performance and composition. We will feature exciting performances leading…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Virtual “One Museum, One Book” Book Club: “We Were Strangers”
“We Were Strangers” is the true story of Magda Preiss, a breathtaking masterpiece of Holocaust literature, composed in her own words upon arriving in America…
Music & Comedy
New Philharmonic: “A Salute to Frida”
In anticipation of this summer’s Frida Kahlo: Timeless” exhibition at the Cleve Carney Museum of Art and the McAninch Arts Center New Philharmonic presents “A…
Music & Comedy
New Philharmonic: Rachmaninoff Piano Concertos
This concert features Rachmaninoff’s Concerto 1 in F-sharp minor, Concerto 2 in C minor and Concerto 3 in D-minor. Concerto 2 is one of Rachmaninoff’s…
Sports & Recreation
Pier Fitness: Sunset Yoga at Navy Pier
Unwind with the serenity of the city scene and lakefront as your backdrop for free yoga on the lawn. Relieve your stress once you hit…
Art on theMART
Join us on the Chicago Riverwalk nightly at 8:30 & 9:00 p.m. to view the Spring 2021 Projection Program. Artwork includes the Adler Planetarium’s Astrographics and a…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Art on theMART Hope is Light Program
Art on theMART is establishing a new ongoing partnership with Chicago Public Schools and its All-City Arts Program. The first joint project will showcase the…
Virtual Event
The Price We All Pay for Racism: A conversation with author Heather McGhee
Join United Way of Metro Chicago and United Way of Illinois for an important conversation with Heather McGhee, author of The Sum of Us: What…
Virtual Event
The Price We All Pay for Racism: A virtual conversation with NY Times Bestselling Author Heather McGhee
Join United Way of Metro Chicago and United Way of Illinois for an important conversation with Heather McGhee, author of The Sum of Us: What Racism Costs…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts | Jean Hatmaker, Cello And Michael Finlay, Piano
DAME MYRA HESS MEMORIAL CONCERTS | JEAN HATMAKER, CELLO MICHAEL FINLAY, PIANO Program Johannes Brahms; arr. Paul Klengel – Cello Sonata in D…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Uptown Farmers Market
The Uptown Farmers Market, produced by Chicago Market, connects you with the region’s best farmed goods and locally produced foods. Every Wednesday from May to…
Virtual Event
With Drawn Arms | Free Summer Screenings
Tommie Smith is the track-and-field gold medalist who famously raised a gloved fist at the ’68 Olympic games to protest racial inequality in America. With Drawn…
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Sports & Recreation
Chicago Dogs vs. Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks
Join the Chicago Dogs as they take on the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks at Impact Field in Rosemont. During this “Wiener Wednesday” home game, the Chicago Dogs…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Comedy Dance Chicago at Northcenter Town Square
Comedy Dance Chicago is ready to share some laughs with you! Join us for our family-friendly comedy dance show at Northcenter Town Square. FREE! What…
Tours & Attractions
Shoreline Sightseeing Fireworks Tours
Shoreline Sightseeing joins all of Chicago in welcoming the return of Navy Pier’s summer Fireworks. Shoreline offers two tour options to take in these dazzling…
Tours & Attractions
Shoreline Sightseeing Fireworks Tours
Shoreline Sightseeing joins all of Chicago in welcoming the return of Navy Pier’s summer Fireworks. Shoreline offers two tour options to take in these dazzling…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Daley Plaza City Market
Chicago City Markets sell fresh seasonal produce, flowers, prepared foods, unique Chicago-made products and rare finds – at Chicago’s longest running farmers market on Daley…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
SOAR Farmer’s Market on the MCA Plaza
Every Tuesday, beginning June 1—rain or shine—shop the SOAR Farmer’s Market on the MCA Plaza and support local farmers and producers. This amazing group offers…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
The Sindhu Project: Enigma of Roots
The Sindhu Project: Enigma of Roots is a multi-site exhibition debuting at the South Asia Institute in Chicago on June 17, 2021 and will run…
Tours & Attractions
Gateway to the West Loop Food Tour
On our #1 TripAdvisor Rated Gateway To The West Loop Food Tour, you’ll experience an impressive introduction and subsequent deep dive into the West Loop’s…
Music & Comedy
MCA Chicago Tuesdays on the Terrace
Summer Tuesdays come alive on the MCA’s Anne and John Kern Terrace Garden with free music highlighting artists from Chicago’s internationally renowned jazz community. Enjoy…
Sports & Recreation
Chicago Dogs vs. Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks
Join the Chicago Dogs as they take on the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks at Impact Field in Rosemont. During this “Thirsty Thursday” home game, fans can enjoy…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Pride Month Event: Find Your Family
Queer youth who have been shunned or disowned by their families often wonder: What will my life look like? Where is there space for me?…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
100 Years Later: The 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre
The 100th anniversary of the Tulsa Massacre offers a unique opportunity for us as a nation to pay our respects to those who suffered in…
Music & Comedy
Inside/Out with Soul Remedy
LIVESTREAMED EVENT We return to Studio5 Center for the Performing Arts with Inside/Out for a preview and discussion of a brand-new work in progress –…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Rockin’ in the Park at Parkway Bank Park
Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district welcomes summer with the return of “Rockin’ in the Park” free summer concert series! The 2021 series will feature…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Big Teeth Small Shorts Film Festival – Live Screening
The Big Teeth Small Shorts Film Fest is back (after a short hiatus due to COVID) and hosting an in-person, live screening at Burning Bush…
Music & Comedy
Sticks & Stones – A Roast Battle Comedy Show
Every Thursday at 8 pm in the Lincoln Lodge Theatre, Chicago’s funniest people say the meanest things to each other! Sticks & Stones may break…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Netta Yerushalmy’s Paramodernities, Night #2
Paramodernities offers an utterly unique hybrid of academic conference, dance performance, and town hall gathering. Join for one evening of these screened dance-experiments or all…
Virtual Event
Project Onward EXHIBITION: Imagined Spaces
Project Onward exists to give a “visual voice” to artists with neurodiversity in order to tell their stories and change the perceptions of the world. …
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Yannis Tsarouchis: Dancing in Real Life
Wrightwood 659 is pleased to host the first U.S. exhibition devoted to the work of Yannis Tsarouchis (1910–1989), widely regarded as one of the greatest Greek painters of the…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
The Obama Portraits
In summer 2021 , the Art Institute of Chicago welcomes two acclaimed portraits to its galleries: Kehinde Wiley’s painting of President Barack Obama and Amy…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
“My Dazzling Queer Fantasy” Gallery Opening
Elephant Room Gallery is excited to be exhibiting Chicago-based artist TotesFerosh’s first solo exhibition this summer during Chicago Pride Month. “My Dazzling Queer Fantasy” opens…
Tours & Attractions
Chicago Architecture Foundation Center River Cruise aboard Chicago’s First Lady
#1 boat tour in Chicago according to TripAdvisor user reviews! For more than 25 years, the Chicago Architecture Center’s expertly trained docent volunteers have led…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Get Growing! Expo
Brookfield Zoo is welcoming the Get Growing! Expo June 18-20, Father’s Day weekend, for guests to experience all things gardening AND animals in one visit! Learn how to plant your own vegetable…
Southwest Suburbs
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Get Growing! Expo – Brookfield Zoo
Get Growing! Expo Offers Educational Workshops And Interactive Gardening Exhibits and Plant Shopping at Michigan Avenue’s Pioneer Court, North Lawndale’s Stone Temple Baptist Church And…
Southwest Suburbs
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Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Belvedere Your Way – Pride Week Launch Party featuring Mercedes Tyler
Happy Pride Month! Celebrate pride with Belvedere Vodka & The Northman Beer & Cider Garden. On June 18th The Northman will kick off Pride week…
Music & Comedy
Music at The Foundry
Weekends at The Forge just got better with live music! Starting June 4, you can gather your friends after a fun day of adventure, grab…
Sports & Recreation
Chicago Dogs vs. Gary SouthShore RailCats
Join the Chicago Dogs as they take on the Gary SouthShore RailCats at Impact Field in Rosemont. During this Friday home game, the first 1,500…
Music & Comedy
Gimme the Light Comedy Show! LIVE
During the Pandemic Karmen and Sonal started this show on Zoom in February. This June, we are hosting the first live show at Surge Billiards!…
Music & Comedy
Ensemble Español Spanish Dance Theatre: “Zafiro Flamenco” 45th Anniversary Festival Performances
Ensemble Español Spanish Dance Theatre in residence at Northeastern Illinois University, performs the three performances under the stars as part of the “Zafiro Flamenco” 45th…
Virtual Event
Romeo & Juliet Remix
Clashes in the streets, people yearning for connection but being kept apart, a citywide plague…Shakespeare’s 400 year old tale feels as timely as ever, and…
Tours & Attractions
Shoreline Sightseeing Brew Cruises
Shoreline Sightseeing Brew Cruises, featuring the craft beers of Chicago’s own Revolution Brewing, are back for summer 2021! A tradition of Chicago’s summer season, the…
Theatre & Performing Arts
William Shakespeare’s The Comedy of Errors
One of Shakespeare’s hysterical comedies! Egeon travels to Ephesus with his son Antipholus and servant, Dromio. Antipholus learns that he has a twin brother, separated…
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
Indie Author Book Expo
Come meet authors and artist from across the country as we celebrate all things wordy. FREE GIFT BAG for the first 50 shoppers. Enter to…
Sports & Recreation
Sister Outsider
Sisters in Cinema is exploring South Shore with our new walking program, Sister Outsider, and we want you to join us! Sister Outsider is a…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Colectivo Drag Queen Story Hour Chicago
Colectivo is hosting a Drag Queen Story Hour event on Saturday, June 19, 2021 @ 10:30 am. The event serves to provide spaces where children…
Tours & Attractions
Chinatown Lunch Tour
On our #1 TripAdvisor Rated Chinatown Adventure, you’ll enjoy seated dining at five restaurants and bakeries featuring upscale Chinese recipes while navigating Chicago’s historic Chinatown…
Tours & Attractions
Downtown Interior Architecture Walking Tour (“The World Within”)
Did you know that the #1-ranked tour in Chicago out of 340+ on TripAdvisor is a woman-owned small business consisting of ONLY ONE full-time employee…
Music & Comedy
Luau Brunch with Hugo’s ELVIS Tribute Show
A brand NEW special BRUNCH menu featuring $20 Prosecco bottles, various mimosa flavors, spicy bloody mary, all while enjoying a wonderful ELVIS tribute show!!! Seats…
Music & Comedy
Live on the Lake! at Navy Pier
Spend your weekend at the Navy Pier Beer Garden and enjoy a diverse array of musical performances. Navy Pier’s weekly live music series features Chicago’s…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Wave Wall Moves at Navy Pier
Check out exhilarating dance performances every Saturday from May 29 to September 4. This live dance performance series will take place every Saturday afternoon at…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Music in the Park: ARRA
ARRA is one of the best and largest drawing classic rock cover bands in the Chicagoland area, and has been for the past 2 decades!…
Music & Comedy
The Forge Lemont Quarries Music Series
Like music? So do we! The Mount at The Forge: Lemont Quarries is a beautiful, open-air concert and events venue featuring general admission lawn seating.…
Sports & Recreation
Chicago Dogs vs. Gary SouthShore RailCats
Join the Chicago Dogs as they take on the Gary SouthShore RailCats at Impact Field in Rosemont. Chicago Dogs games welcome fans of all ages…
Theatre & Performing Arts
Sola en la Pandemia está Cañón
The Chicago Latino Theater Alliance brings renowned Puerto Rican actress and comedian, Marian Pabón, back to Chicago, for the U.S. Premiere of her comedy show,…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Glenwood Sunday Market
The nonprofit Rogers Park Business Alliance (RPBA) is proud to announce the 12th season of its Glenwood Sunday Market, to be held at 1233-41 W.…
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
