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Chicago Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Chicago, IL, and nearby areas.
Events take place across Chicago throughout 2026, including major concerts, sports, and live performances happening every week. Browse by date, venue, or category to find what’s happening near you.
Best Events This Week & This Month
Explore featured Chicago events including top shows, concerts, sports, and major live experiences across the city.
Chicago Events: Today, This Month & Dates
Upcoming Events in Chicago
Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.Upcoming Confirmed Events 2.9K+
- Jun1520267:05 PMMonProfessional (MLB)High DemandChicago Cubs vs. Colorado RockiesWrigley Field • 41268 seatsWrigley Field
60613, 1060 West Addison Street Chicago, IL, US60613, 1060 West Addison Street Chicago, IL, USFrom $28Avg. price ~ $169Tickets Available: 1882Select Seats - Jun1520267:30 PMMonCOUNTRY / FOLKDylan LeBlancDylan LeBlancEvanston Space • 250 seatsEvanston Space60202, 1245 Chicago Avenue Evanston, IL, US60202, 1245 Chicago Avenue Evanston, IL, USFrom $40Avg. price ~ $7512 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Jun1520267:30 PMMonMAGIC SHOWSChampions Of MagicStudebaker Theater60605, 410 S Michigan Avenue Chicago, IL, US60605, 410 S Michigan Avenue Chicago, IL, USFrom $95Avg. price ~ $124Tickets Available: 48Select Seats
- Jun1520267:30 PMMonPOP / ROCKDel AmitriVic Theatre • 1400 seatsVic Theatre60657, 3145 N Sheffield Chicago, IL, US60657, 3145 N Sheffield Chicago, IL, USFrom $64Avg. price ~ $114Tickets Available: 51Select Seats
- Jun1520267:30 PMMonPOP / ROCKAmy GrantCity Winery - Chicago60607, 1200 W. Randolph St. Chicago, IL, US60607, 1200 W. Randolph St. Chicago, IL, USFrom $245Avg. price ~ $3188 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Jun162026Time TBASOFTBALLBandits vs. SparkBandits vs. SparkParkway Bank Sports Complex60018, 5501 Park Pl Rosemont, IL, US60018, 5501 Park Pl Rosemont, IL, USFrom $25Avg. price ~ $4218 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Jun1620262:00 PMTueMAGIC SHOWSChampions Of MagicStudebaker Theater60605, 410 S Michigan Avenue Chicago, IL, US60605, 410 S Michigan Avenue Chicago, IL, USFrom $71Avg. price ~ $130Tickets Available: 54Select Seats
- Jun1620267:00 PMTueMUSICAL / PLAYKinky BootsNederlander Theatre at Ford Center for the Performing Arts60601, 24 West Randolph Street Chicago, IL, US60601, 24 West Randolph Street Chicago, IL, USFrom $72Avg. price ~ $189Tickets Available: 1066Select Seats
- Jun1620267:05 PMTueProfessional (MLB)Best ValueChicago Cubs vs. Colorado RockiesWrigley Field • 41268 seatsWrigley Field60613, 1060 West Addison Street Chicago, IL, US60613, 1060 West Addison Street Chicago, IL, USFrom $17Avg. price ~ $94Tickets Available: 2786Select SeatsVIP Packages
- Jun1620267:30 PMTueMAGIC SHOWSChampions Of MagicStudebaker Theater60605, 410 S Michigan Avenue Chicago, IL, US60605, 410 S Michigan Avenue Chicago, IL, USFrom $96Avg. price ~ $1102 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Jun1620267:30 PMTueJAZZ / BLUESBowmanvilleEvanston Space • 250 seatsEvanston Space60202, 1245 Chicago Avenue Evanston, IL, US60202, 1245 Chicago Avenue Evanston, IL, USFrom $36Avg. price ~ $6520 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Jun1620267:30 PMTueLATINLos MirlosPark West • 900 seatsPark West60614, 322 W. Armitage Chicago, IL, US60614, 322 W. Armitage Chicago, IL, USFrom $36Avg. price ~ $4214 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Jun1620267:30 PMTueMUSICAL / PLAYCatch As Catch CanDownstairs Theatre At Steppenwolf Theatre - Chicago60614, 1650 North Halsted Street Chicago, IL, US60614, 1650 North Halsted Street Chicago, IL, USFrom $149Avg. price ~ $22011 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Jun1620267:30 PMTuePOP / ROCKHolly HumberstoneVic Theatre • 1400 seatsVic Theatre60657, 3145 N Sheffield Chicago, IL, US60657, 3145 N Sheffield Chicago, IL, USFrom $51Avg. price ~ $106Tickets Available: 41Select Seats
- Jun1620268:00 PMTuePOP / ROCKDorian ElectraSubterranean • 400 seatsSubterranean60647, 2011 West North Ave Chicago, IL, US60647, 2011 West North Ave Chicago, IL, USFrom $59Avg. price ~ $686 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Jun1620268:00 PMTueALTERNATIVEDeer TickThalia Hall • 1000 seatsThalia Hall60608, 1807 S Allport St Chicago, IL, US60608, 1807 S Allport St Chicago, IL, USFrom $51Avg. price ~ $6820 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Jun1720261:00 PMWedMUSICAL / PLAYKinky BootsNederlander Theatre at Ford Center for the Performing Arts60601, 24 West Randolph Street Chicago, IL, US60601, 24 West Randolph Street Chicago, IL, USFrom $42Avg. price ~ $174Tickets Available: 769Select Seats
- Jun1720266:30 PMWedTECHNO / ELECTRONICFlawed MangoesChop Shop Chicago60647, 2033 W. North Ave Chicago, IL, US60647, 2033 W. North Ave Chicago, IL, USFrom $45Avg. price ~ $7421 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Jun1720266:30 PMWedCLASSICALGrant Park Orchestra: Giancarlo Guerrero - Haydn Military SymphonyJay Pritzker Pavilion • 11000 seatsJay Pritzker Pavilion60603, 201 E. Randolph Street Chicago, IL, US60603, 201 E. Randolph Street Chicago, IL, USFrom $41Avg. price ~ $59Tickets Available: 36Select Seats
- Jun1720266:30 PMWedALTERNATIVEDear MaryanneBeat Kitchen60618, 2100 W. Belmont Chicago, IL, US60618, 2100 W. Belmont Chicago, IL, USFrom $27Avg. price ~ $3116 tickets remaining!Select Seats
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Chicago Events by Month
Monthly pages help you find upcoming events by season, weekend, and date.
January
Events in January 2027
February
Events in February 2027
March
Events in March 2027
April
Events in April 2027
May
Events in May 2027
June
This Month
Events in June 2026
July
Events in July 2026
August
Events in August 2026
September
Events in September 2026
October
Events in October 2026
November
Events in November 2026
December
Events in December 2026
Events by Show & Venue
Browse Chicago events by show and venue. Explore performance schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates across the city.
From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Chicago. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
Venues Hosting Events in 2026
Explore Chicago venues where concerts, shows, sports, and live events take place throughout the year.
1700 Theater at Steppenwolf Theatre - Chicago
Chicago, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 30
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Albert Ivar Goodman Theatre
Chicago, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 57
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Anita Dee Yacht Charters
Chicago, IL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
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Aon Grand Ballroom Navy Pier
Chicago, IL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
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Apollo Theater Main Stage - Chicago
Chicago, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 2
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Arie Crown Theater
Chicago, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 3
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Auditorium Theatre - IL
Chicago, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 43
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Avondale Music Hall
Chicago, IL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 4
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Backline at Avondale Music Hall
Chicago, IL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 2
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Beat Kitchen
Chicago, IL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 40
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Bohemian National Cemetery
Chicago, IL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
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Bookclub
Chicago, IL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
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Bottom Lounge
Chicago, IL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 30
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Brookfield Zoo
Brookfield, IL
Stadium
Upcoming Events: 2
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Buddy Guys Legends
Chicago, IL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 5
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Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom
Chicago, IL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 26
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Cadillac Palace
Chicago, IL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 34
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Cahn Auditorium
Evanston, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 5
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Carol's Pub
Chicago, IL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 13
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Castaways
Chicago, IL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 10
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Chicago venues range from large arenas and stadiums to theaters and intimate showrooms. Each venue hosts a rotating schedule of concerts, shows, sports events, and live performances throughout the year.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about tickets, prices, and game day details.
What events are happening in Chicago right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Chicago rarely sits still. Check the schedule above to see what’s happening today, this week, or whenever you finally make plans.
How often is the event schedule updated?
Pretty often — like, more than your group chat actually commits to plans. New events get added as soon as dates and venues are confirmed.
Can I browse events by date or venue?
Yep. Filter by date, venue, or category and skip the endless scrolling. Your future self will appreciate it.
Are events held year-round in Chicago?
Yeah — Chicago doesn’t really take a season off. There’s always something going on, even when the weather’s doing its thing.
Where do events take place in Chicago?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Chicago, IL. Big stages, small stages, and everything in between.
Do new events get added regularly?
All the time. If a tour drops or a game gets scheduled, it usually shows up here faster than you hear about it from friends.
Browse Events by Category
Find concerts, sports, theatre, comedy, and more in Chicago and nearby areas