December 2026 features concerts, sports games, comedy shows, Broadway performances, festivals, and live entertainment across Chicago and nearby IL areas. Major arenas, theaters, clubs, and entertainment venues continue to update their schedules throughout the month.
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- Dec012026Time TBACollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALLDePaul Blue Demons vs. North Alabama LionsWintrust Arena • 10300 seatsWintrust Arena
60616, 200 E Cermak Rd. Chicago, IL, US60616, 200 E Cermak Rd. Chicago, IL, USFrom $51Avg Ticket Price: ~ $584 tickets remaining!Select Seats - Dec0120266:00 PMTueALTERNATIVESuicide SilenceHouse Of Blues - Chicago • 1300 seatsHouse Of Blues - Chicago60654, 329 N Dearborn St Chicago, IL, US60654, 329 N Dearborn St Chicago, IL, USFrom $45Avg Ticket Price: ~ $220Tickets Available: 32Select Seats
- Dec0120267:00 PMTueTHEATREBlue Man Group - A New Holiday SurpriseBlue Man Group - A New Holiday SurpriseCIBC Theatre • 1800 seatsCIBC Theatre60603, 18 West Monroe Street Chicago, IL, US60603, 18 West Monroe Street Chicago, IL, USFrom $61Avg Ticket Price: ~ $170Tickets Available: 1923Select Seats
- Dec0120267:00 PMTueMUSICAL / PLAYA Midsummer Night's DreamCourtyard Theater at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre60611, 800 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL, US60611, 800 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL, USFrom $89Avg Ticket Price: ~ $199Tickets Available: 31Select Seats
- Dec0120267:00 PMTueProfessional (NBA)High DemandChicago Bulls vs. New York KnicksUnited Center • 23500 seatsUnited Center60612, 1901 West Madison Street Chicago, IL, US60612, 1901 West Madison Street Chicago, IL, USFrom $91Avg Ticket Price: ~ $420Tickets Available: 946Select SeatsVIP Packages
- Dec0120267:30 PMTuePOP / ROCKBest ValueGenevieve ArtadiGarcias Chicago60607, 1001 W Washington Blvd Chicago, IL, US60607, 1001 W Washington Blvd Chicago, IL, USFrom $31Avg Ticket Price: ~ $87Tickets Available: 254Select Seats
- Dec0120267:30 PMTueHOLIDAYA Taste Of Ireland: A Celtic ChristmasA Taste Of Ireland: A Celtic ChristmasGeorge Van Dusen Theatre At North Shore Center For The Performing Arts60077, 9501 North Skokie Boulevard Skokie, IL, US60077, 9501 North Skokie Boulevard Skokie, IL, USFrom $82Avg Ticket Price: ~ $204Tickets Available: 310Select Seats
- Dec0120267:30 PMTueChicago Symphony Orchestra: Dame Jane Glover - Handel's MessiahOrchestra Hall At Chicago Symphony Center • 2522 seatsOrchestra Hall At Chicago Symphony Center60604, 220 S. Michigan Ave. Chicago, IL, US60604, 220 S. Michigan Ave. Chicago, IL, USFrom $299Avg Ticket Price: ~ $878Tickets Available: 33Select Seats
- Dec0120268:00 PMTueCOMEDYThe Second City Mainstage 114th RevueThe Second City Mainstage 114th RevueMainstage at Second City - Chicago • 290 seatsMainstage at Second City - Chicago60614, 1616 N. Wells St. Chicago, IL, US60614, 1616 N. Wells St. Chicago, IL, USFrom $144Avg Ticket Price: ~ $1938 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Dec0120268:00 PMTuePOP / ROCKJim James (Solo Acoustic)Jim James (Solo Acoustic)Vic Theatre • 1400 seatsVic Theatre60657, 3145 N Sheffield Chicago, IL, US60657, 3145 N Sheffield Chicago, IL, USFrom $57Avg Ticket Price: ~ $179Tickets Available: 128Select Seats
- Dec02202610:00 AMWedCHILDREN / FAMILYPete the CatNorth Theatre At North Shore Center For The Performing Arts60077, 9501 Skokie Blvd. Skokie, IL, US60077, 9501 Skokie Blvd. Skokie, IL, USFrom $40Avg Ticket Price: ~ $8519 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Dec02202612:00 PMWedCHILDREN / FAMILYPete the CatNorth Theatre At North Shore Center For The Performing Arts60077, 9501 Skokie Blvd. Skokie, IL, US60077, 9501 Skokie Blvd. Skokie, IL, USFrom $41Avg Ticket Price: ~ $9512 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Dec0220261:00 PMWedMUSICAL / PLAYThe Winter's TaleCourtyard Theater at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre60611, 800 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL, US60611, 800 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL, USFrom $77Avg Ticket Price: ~ $125Tickets Available: 38Select Seats
- Dec0220261:00 PMWedTHEATREBlue Man Group - A New Holiday SurpriseBlue Man Group - A New Holiday SurpriseCIBC Theatre • 1800 seatsCIBC Theatre60603, 18 West Monroe Street Chicago, IL, US60603, 18 West Monroe Street Chicago, IL, USFrom $60Avg Ticket Price: ~ $177Tickets Available: 1245Select Seats
- Dec0220267:00 PMWedMUSICAL / PLAYThe Winter's TaleCourtyard Theater at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre60611, 800 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL, US60611, 800 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL, USFrom $77Avg Ticket Price: ~ $132Tickets Available: 64Select Seats
- Dec0220267:00 PMWedCOMEDYMary MackZanies Comedy Club - Chicago60610, 1548 North Wells Street Chicago, IL, US60610, 1548 North Wells Street Chicago, IL, USFrom $51Avg Ticket Price: ~ $6822 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Dec0220267:00 PMWedTHEATREBlue Man Group - A New Holiday SurpriseBlue Man Group - A New Holiday SurpriseCIBC Theatre • 1800 seatsCIBC Theatre60603, 18 West Monroe Street Chicago, IL, US60603, 18 West Monroe Street Chicago, IL, USFrom $60Avg Ticket Price: ~ $170Tickets Available: 1304Select Seats
- Dec0220267:00 PMWedMUSICAL / PLAYA Christmas CarolAlbert Ivar Goodman Theatre • 467 seatsAlbert Ivar Goodman Theatre60601, 170 North Dearborn St Chicago, IL, US60601, 170 North Dearborn St Chicago, IL, USFrom $60Avg Ticket Price: ~ $105Tickets Available: 49Select Seats
- Dec0220267:30 PMWedMUSICAL / PLAYVape! The Grease ParodyApollo Theater Main Stage - Chicago • 450 seatsApollo Theater Main Stage - Chicago60614, 2540 N Lincoln Chicago, IL, US60614, 2540 N Lincoln Chicago, IL, USFrom $52Avg Ticket Price: ~ $98Tickets Available: 419Select Seats
- Dec022026Time TBARAP / HIP HOPLucy BedroqueMetro Chicago • 1100 seatsMetro Chicago60613, 3730 N Clark St. Chicago, IL, US60613, 3730 N Clark St. Chicago, IL, USFrom $37Avg Ticket Price: ~ $26020 tickets remaining!Select Seats
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Chicago events, venues, schedules, and live entertainment.
What events are happening in Chicago during December 2026?
Chicago hosts concerts, sports games, comedy shows, Broadway performances, festivals, and live entertainment throughout December 2026.
Where can I find Chicago events by date?
Use the monthly event calendar and date filters to browse concerts, sports events, comedy shows, and live performances happening across Chicago.
Are concerts happening in Chicago during December 2026?
Yes. Concert schedules include touring artists, arena shows, local performances, music festivals, and live entertainment events throughout Chicago and nearby IL areas.
What are the top event venues in Chicago?
Popular venues include arenas, theaters, comedy clubs, stadiums, music halls, and entertainment venues located across Chicago and nearby areas.
Do event prices change during December 2026?
Yes. Event prices can change based on demand, seating location, performer popularity, venue size, and event date.
Are there weekend events in Chicago?
Yes. Weekends are usually the busiest time for concerts, sports games, comedy shows, festivals, and major live entertainment events across Chicago.
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