Family Shows in Chicago

Kids shows, family entertainment, and live performances in Chicago and nearby areas.

Updated: May 9, 2026

Browse family shows in Chicago, IL this year, including kids shows, live entertainment, interactive performances, and touring productions. Explore events by date and venue, with schedules updated regularly as new family-friendly shows are announced.

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Around the World with Hans Christian Andersen
May 13 · 10:00 AM · Arlington Heights, IL
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Chicago, IL
177 Family Events
  • May
    13
    2026
    10:00 AM
    Wed
    CHILDREN / FAMILY
    Best Value
    Stable Prices
    Around the World with Hans Christian Andersen
    Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
    Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
    location60005, 111 W. Campbell Street  Arlington Heights, IL, USlocation60005, 111 W. Campbell Street Arlington Heights, IL, US
    From $28Avg. price ~ $3219 tickets remaining!
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  • May
    14
    2026
    10:00 AM
    Thu
    CHILDREN / FAMILY
    Best Value
    Stable Prices
    Around the World with Hans Christian Andersen
    Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
    Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
    location60005, 111 W. Campbell Street  Arlington Heights, IL, USlocation60005, 111 W. Campbell Street Arlington Heights, IL, US
    From $28Avg. price ~ $328 tickets remaining!
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  • May
    15
    2026
    10:00 AM
    Fri
    CHILDREN / FAMILY
    Best Value
    Stable Prices
    Around the World with Hans Christian Andersen
    Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
    Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
    location60005, 111 W. Campbell Street  Arlington Heights, IL, USlocation60005, 111 W. Campbell Street Arlington Heights, IL, US
    From $28Avg. price ~ $3222 tickets remaining!
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  • May
    16
    2026
    10:00 AM
    Sat
    CHILDREN / FAMILY
    Best Value
    Stable Prices
    Around the World with Hans Christian Andersen
    Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
    Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
    location60005, 111 W. Campbell Street  Arlington Heights, IL, USlocation60005, 111 W. Campbell Street Arlington Heights, IL, US
    From $28Avg. price ~ $3222 tickets remaining!
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  • May
    17
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Sun
    BALLET
    Arts Ballet Conservatory - Gala
    Pfeiffer Hall • 1057 seats
    Pfeiffer Hall
    location60540, 310 E. Benton Ave.  Naperville, IL, USlocation60540, 310 E. Benton Ave. Naperville, IL, US
    From $47Avg. price ~ $6641 tickets remaining!
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  • May
    20
    2026
    10:00 AM
    Wed
    CHILDREN / FAMILY
    Best Value
    Stable Prices
    Around the World with Hans Christian Andersen
    Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
    Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
    location60005, 111 W. Campbell Street  Arlington Heights, IL, USlocation60005, 111 W. Campbell Street Arlington Heights, IL, US
    From $28Avg. price ~ $3222 tickets remaining!
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  • May
    21
    2026
    10:00 AM
    Thu
    CHILDREN / FAMILY
    Best Value
    Stable Prices
    Around the World with Hans Christian Andersen
    Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
    Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
    location60005, 111 W. Campbell Street  Arlington Heights, IL, USlocation60005, 111 W. Campbell Street Arlington Heights, IL, US
    From $28Avg. price ~ $3222 tickets remaining!
    Select Seats
  • May
    22
    2026
    10:00 AM
    Fri
    CHILDREN / FAMILY
    Best Value
    Stable Prices
    Around the World with Hans Christian Andersen
    Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
    Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
    location60005, 111 W. Campbell Street  Arlington Heights, IL, USlocation60005, 111 W. Campbell Street Arlington Heights, IL, US
    From $28Avg. price ~ $3222 tickets remaining!
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  • May
    23
    2026
    10:00 AM
    Sat
    CHILDREN / FAMILY
    Best Value
    Stable Prices
    Around the World with Hans Christian Andersen
    Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
    Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
    location60005, 111 W. Campbell Street  Arlington Heights, IL, USlocation60005, 111 W. Campbell Street Arlington Heights, IL, US
    From $28Avg. price ~ $3222 tickets remaining!
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  • May
    28
    2026
    4:30 PM
    Thu
    CIRCUS
    High Demand
    Garden Bros Nuclear Circus
    Lake County Fairgrounds - IL
    Lake County Fairgrounds - IL
    location60030, 1060 E Peterson Road  Grayslake, IL, USlocation60030, 1060 E Peterson Road Grayslake, IL, US
    From $36Avg. price ~ $54Tickets Available: 68
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  • May
    29
    2026
    4:30 PM
    Fri
    CIRCUS
    High Demand
    Garden Bros Nuclear Circus
    Lake County Fairgrounds - IL
    Lake County Fairgrounds - IL
    location60030, 1060 E Peterson Road  Grayslake, IL, USlocation60030, 1060 E Peterson Road Grayslake, IL, US
    From $36Avg. price ~ $54Tickets Available: 68
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  • May
    29
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    CIRCUS
    High Demand
    Garden Bros Nuclear Circus
    Lake County Fairgrounds - IL
    Lake County Fairgrounds - IL
    location60030, 1060 E Peterson Road  Grayslake, IL, USlocation60030, 1060 E Peterson Road Grayslake, IL, US
    From $36Avg. price ~ $54Tickets Available: 68
    Select Seats
  • May
    30
    2026
    4:30 PM
    Sat
    CIRCUS
    High Demand
    Garden Bros Nuclear Circus
    Lake County Fairgrounds - IL
    Lake County Fairgrounds - IL
    location60030, 1060 E Peterson Road  Grayslake, IL, USlocation60030, 1060 E Peterson Road Grayslake, IL, US
    From $36Avg. price ~ $54Tickets Available: 68
    Select Seats
  • May
    30
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    CIRCUS
    High Demand
    Garden Bros Nuclear Circus
    Lake County Fairgrounds - IL
    Lake County Fairgrounds - IL
    location60030, 1060 E Peterson Road  Grayslake, IL, USlocation60030, 1060 E Peterson Road Grayslake, IL, US
    From $36Avg. price ~ $54Tickets Available: 68
    Select Seats
  • May
    31
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Sun
    CIRCUS
    High Demand
    Garden Bros Nuclear Circus
    Lake County Fairgrounds - IL
    Lake County Fairgrounds - IL
    location60030, 1060 E Peterson Road  Grayslake, IL, USlocation60030, 1060 E Peterson Road Grayslake, IL, US
    From $36Avg. price ~ $54Tickets Available: 68
    Select Seats
  • May
    31
    2026
    4:00 PM
    Sun
    CIRCUS
    High Demand
    Garden Bros Nuclear Circus
    Lake County Fairgrounds - IL
    Lake County Fairgrounds - IL
    location60030, 1060 E Peterson Road  Grayslake, IL, USlocation60030, 1060 E Peterson Road Grayslake, IL, US
    From $36Avg. price ~ $54Tickets Available: 68
    Select Seats
  • May
    31
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Sun
    CIRCUS
    High Demand
    Garden Bros Nuclear Circus
    Lake County Fairgrounds - IL
    Lake County Fairgrounds - IL
    location60030, 1060 E Peterson Road  Grayslake, IL, USlocation60030, 1060 E Peterson Road Grayslake, IL, US
    From $36Avg. price ~ $54Tickets Available: 68
    Select Seats
  • Jun
    01
    2026
    4:30 PM
    Mon
    CIRCUS
    High Demand
    Garden Bros Nuclear Circus
    Lake County Fairgrounds - IL
    Lake County Fairgrounds - IL
    location60030, 1060 E Peterson Road  Grayslake, IL, USlocation60030, 1060 E Peterson Road Grayslake, IL, US
    From $36Avg. price ~ $54Tickets Available: 68
    Select Seats
  • Jun
    01
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Mon
    CIRCUS
    High Demand
    Garden Bros Nuclear Circus
    Lake County Fairgrounds - IL
    Lake County Fairgrounds - IL
    location60030, 1060 E Peterson Road  Grayslake, IL, USlocation60030, 1060 E Peterson Road Grayslake, IL, US
    From $36Avg. price ~ $54Tickets Available: 68
    Select Seats
  • Jun
    02
    2026
    4:30 PM
    Tue
    CIRCUS
    High Demand
    Garden Bros Nuclear Circus
    Lake County Fairgrounds - IL
    Lake County Fairgrounds - IL
    location60030, 1060 E Peterson Road  Grayslake, IL, USlocation60030, 1060 E Peterson Road Grayslake, IL, US
    From $36Avg. price ~ $54Tickets Available: 68
    Select Seats
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