Live Shows in Arlington Heights 2026

Live stage shows, magic, ballet, opera, and family entertainment in Arlington Heights and nearby cities.

  • Updated: November 15, 2026

Browse live shows in Arlington Heights, IL this year, including stage productions, musicals, plays, circuses, magic shows, ballet, opera, and family performances. Explore shows by date and venue, with schedules updated regularly as new events are announced.

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Upcoming Live Shows

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Upcoming Live Shows: 130
  • Nov 24, 2026, 7:30 PM Tue — MUSICAL / PLAY, Best Value, High Demand: Christmas Schooner at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell Street, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, US. From $23, Avg. price ~ $141, Tickets Available: 179. Select Seats
  • Nov 25, 2026, 7:30 PM Wed — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: Christmas Schooner - Preview Performance at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell Street, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, US. From $54, Avg. price ~ $153, Tickets Available: 197. Select Seats
  • Nov 27, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: Christmas Schooner - Preview Performance at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell Street, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, US. From $52, Avg. price ~ $165, Tickets Available: 173. Select Seats
  • Nov 28, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: Christmas Schooner - Preview Performance at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell Street, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, US. From $55, Avg. price ~ $207, Tickets Available: 109. Select Seats
  • Nov 28, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: Christmas Schooner at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell Street, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, US. From $72, Avg. price ~ $211, Tickets Available: 108. Select Seats
  • Nov 29, 2026, 2:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: Christmas Schooner at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell Street, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, US. From $74, Avg. price ~ $264, Tickets Available: 72. Select Seats
  • Dec 03, 2026, 10:00 AM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: A Christmas Carol at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell Street, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, US. From $26, Avg. price ~ $428, Tickets Available: 52. Select Seats
  • Dec 03, 2026, 12:30 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: A Christmas Carol at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell Street, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, US. From $26, Avg. price ~ $428, Tickets Available: 62. Select Seats
  • Dec 03, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: Christmas Schooner at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell Street, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, US. From $72, Avg. price ~ $223, Tickets Available: 92. Select Seats
  • Dec 04, 2026, 10:00 AM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: A Christmas Carol at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell Street, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, US. From $26, Avg. price ~ $390, Tickets Available: 46. Select Seats
  • Dec 04, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: Christmas Schooner at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell Street, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, US. From $72, Avg. price ~ $227, Tickets Available: 112. Select Seats
  • Dec 05, 2026, 10:00 AM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: A Christmas Carol at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell Street, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, US. From $26, Avg. price ~ $352, Tickets Available: 58. Select Seats
  • Dec 05, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: Christmas Schooner at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell Street, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, US. From $74, Avg. price ~ $227, Tickets Available: 87. Select Seats
  • Dec 05, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: Christmas Schooner at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell Street, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, US. From $72, Avg. price ~ $192, Tickets Available: 147. Select Seats
  • Dec 06, 2026, 2:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: Christmas Schooner at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell Street, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, US. From $74, Avg. price ~ $165, Tickets Available: 42. Select Seats
  • Dec 07, 2026, 7:30 PM Mon — Concert, High Demand: The 12 Dames Of Christmas With Angela Ingersoll at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell Street, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, US. From $64, Avg. price ~ $270, Tickets Available: 81. Select Seats
  • Dec 08, 2026, 2:00 PM Tue — Concert, High Demand, Pay Later Available: The 12 Dames Of Christmas With Angela Ingersoll at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell Street, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, US. From $138, Avg. price ~ $613, 24 tickets remaining! Select Seats
  • Dec 10, 2026, 10:00 AM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: A Christmas Carol at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell Street, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, US. From $26, Avg. price ~ $428, Tickets Available: 46. Select Seats
  • Dec 10, 2026, 2:00 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: Christmas Schooner at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell Street, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, US. From $74, Avg. price ~ $300, Tickets Available: 76. Select Seats
  • Dec 10, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: Christmas Schooner - ASL Interpreted Performance at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell Street, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, US. From $72, Avg. price ~ $201, Tickets Available: 179. Select Seats
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Arlington Heights Shows By Month

Monthly pages help you find upcoming live shows by season, weekend, and date.
January
Shows in January 2027
10 Upcoming Shows
February
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12 Upcoming Shows
March
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16 Upcoming Shows
April
Shows in April 2027
4 Upcoming Shows
May
Shows in May 2027
43 Upcoming Shows
June
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July
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August
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September
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October
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November
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Shows in November 2026
6 Upcoming Shows
December
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39 Upcoming Shows

All Shows in Arlington Heights

Browse live stage productions, theatre performances, and entertainment shows happening across Arlington Heights and nearby cities.
Christmas Schooner
Christmas Schooner
111 W. Campbell Street, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Upcoming Shows 31
Nov 24, 2026 7:30 PM
A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol
111 W. Campbell Street, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Upcoming Shows 1874
Dec 03, 2026 10:00 AM
The Match Game
The Match Game
111 W. Campbell Street, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Upcoming Shows 16
Mar 03, 2027 7:30 PM
Oklahoma!
Oklahoma!
111 W. Campbell Street, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Upcoming Shows 92
Apr 29, 2027 7:30 PM
Charlotte's Web
Charlotte's Web
111 W. Campbell Street, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Upcoming Shows 35
May 05, 2027 10:00 AM

Live Entertainment Venues

Explore theatres, performing arts centers, and venues hosting live shows in Arlington Heights and nearby cities.
Al Larson Cultural Center
Schaumburg, IL
Cultural Venue
Upcoming Shows 15
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Allstate Arena
Rosemont, IL
Arena
Upcoming Shows 21
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Barrington's White House
Barrington, IL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Shows 1
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Chicago Improv
Schaumburg, IL
Comedy Club
Upcoming Shows 2
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Copernicus Center
Chicago, IL
Arena
Upcoming Shows 1
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Des Plaines Theatre
Des Plaines, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows 22
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Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Rosemont, IL
Convention Center
Upcoming Shows 11
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George Van Dusen Theatre At North Shore Center For The Performing Arts
Skokie, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows 39
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Holy Family Catholic Community
Palatine, IL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Shows 1
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Joe's Live
Rosemont, IL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Shows 5
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Marriott Theatre
Lincolnshire, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows 88
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Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
Arlington Heights, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows 130
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North Theatre At North Shore Center For The Performing Arts
Skokie, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows 50
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NOW Arena
Hoffman Estates, IL
Arena
Upcoming Shows 21
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Rosemont Theatre
Rosemont, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows 7
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Schaumburg Convention Center
Schaumburg, IL
Convention Center
Upcoming Shows 6
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Live Shows FAQ

Quick answers about live stage shows, theatre productions, and entertainment performances in Arlington Heights.

What types of live shows are happening in Arlington Heights?

Live shows may include theatre productions, musicals, ballet performances, opera, magic shows, family entertainment, and touring stage productions.

Are live show schedules updated regularly?

Yeah. Performance dates and venue schedules are updated often as new productions and touring events are announced.

Do live shows happen on weekdays?

Absolutely. Many venues host performances throughout the week, while weekends are usually the busiest show dates.

Where are live shows usually performed in Arlington Heights?

Live shows are commonly hosted at theatres, performing arts centers, auditoriums, and entertainment venues across Arlington Heights and nearby cities.

Are family-friendly live shows available?

Some productions are designed for all ages, including family theatre, magic performances, and seasonal stage shows.

Do touring productions visit Arlington Heights?

Yes. Many national and regional touring productions stop in Arlington Heights throughout the year.

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