Glen Ellyn Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Glen Ellyn, IL, and nearby areas.
- Updated: November 14, 2026
Events take place across Glen Ellyn 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.
- 98 Upcoming Events
- 0 Events This Weekend
- 3 Event Venues
- 8 Event Categories
Browse Events By Category
- All Events 98
- concerts 7
- broadway 74
- Live Shows 89
- comedy 2
- family 8
Best Events This Week & This Month
Explore featured Glen Ellyn events including top shows, concerts, sports, and major live experiences across the city.
Glen Ellyn Events: Today, This Month & Dates
Upcoming Events in Glen Ellyn
Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.Upcoming Confirmed Events 98
- Nov 19, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: Little Women at McAninch Arts Center - Playhouse Theatre,
425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, US. From $67, Avg. price ~ $195, 25 tickets remaining! Select Seats - Nov 20, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: Little Women at McAninch Arts Center - Playhouse Theatre, 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, US. From $67, Avg. price ~ $177, Tickets Available: 34. Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: Little Women at McAninch Arts Center - Playhouse Theatre, 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, US. From $67, Avg. price ~ $141, Tickets Available: 56. Select Seats
- Nov 22, 2026, 3:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: Little Women at McAninch Arts Center - Playhouse Theatre, 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, US. From $201, Avg. price ~ $237, 12 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 23, 2026, 6:30 PM Mon — LECTURE, Pay Later Available: Gary Sinise at McAninch Arts Center - Belushi Performance Hall • 2236 seats, 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, US. From $187, Avg. price ~ $216, 6 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 27, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: Little Women at McAninch Arts Center - Playhouse Theatre, 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, US. From $70, Avg. price ~ $166, Tickets Available: 66. Select Seats
- Nov 28, 2026, 3:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Little Women at McAninch Arts Center - Playhouse Theatre, 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, US. From $70, Avg. price ~ $117, Tickets Available: 41. Select Seats
- Nov 28, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: Little Women at McAninch Arts Center - Playhouse Theatre, 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, US. From $70, Avg. price ~ $167, Tickets Available: 85. Select Seats
- Nov 29, 2026, 3:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Little Women at McAninch Arts Center - Playhouse Theatre, 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, US. From $70, Avg. price ~ $167, 22 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 03, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: Little Women at McAninch Arts Center - Playhouse Theatre, 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, US. From $70, Avg. price ~ $185, Tickets Available: 37. Select Seats
- Dec 04, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: Little Women at McAninch Arts Center - Playhouse Theatre, 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, US. From $70, Avg. price ~ $166, Tickets Available: 69. Select Seats
- Dec 04, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — Celtic: Gavin Coyle at McAninch Arts Center - Belushi Performance Hall • 2236 seats, 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, US. From $64, Avg. price ~ $79, 12 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 5:00 PM Sat — COMEDY, Best Value, Weekend Event: Nut Cracking Holiday Revue at McAninch Arts Center - Belushi Performance Hall • 2236 seats, 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, US. From $46, Avg. price ~ $64, Tickets Available: 62. Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: Little Women at McAninch Arts Center - Playhouse Theatre, 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, US. From $70, Avg. price ~ $164, Tickets Available: 78. Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — COMEDY, Weekend Event: Nut Cracking Holiday Revue at McAninch Arts Center - Belushi Performance Hall • 2236 seats, 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, US. From $64, Avg. price ~ $84, 24 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 06, 2026, 3:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: Little Women at McAninch Arts Center - Playhouse Theatre, 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, US. From $70, Avg. price ~ $192, 22 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 10, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: Little Women at McAninch Arts Center - Playhouse Theatre, 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, US. From $70, Avg. price ~ $158, Tickets Available: 77. Select Seats
- Dec 11, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: Little Women at McAninch Arts Center - Playhouse Theatre, 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, US. From $70, Avg. price ~ $163, Tickets Available: 73. Select Seats
- Dec 12, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: Little Women at McAninch Arts Center - Playhouse Theatre, 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, US. From $65, Avg. price ~ $169, Tickets Available: 83. Select Seats
- Dec 12, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — HOLIDAY, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: Uptown: A Very Soulful Christmas at McAninch Arts Center - Belushi Performance Hall • 2236 seats, 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, US. From $100, Avg. price ~ $115, 4 tickets remaining! Select Seats
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Glen Ellyn Events by Month
Monthly pages help you find upcoming events by season, weekend, and date.
Events by Show & Venue
Browse Glen Ellyn events by show and venue. Explore performance schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates across the city.
Little Women
425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Upcoming Events: 179
Nov 19, 2026 7:30 PM
Gary Sinise
425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Upcoming Events: 1
Nov 23, 2026 6:30 PM
Gavin Coyle
425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Upcoming Events: 1
Dec 04, 2026 7:30 PM
Nut Cracking Holiday Revue
425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Upcoming Events: 2
Dec 05, 2026 5:00 PM
Uptown: A Very Soulful Christmas
425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Upcoming Events: 2
Dec 12, 2026 7:30 PM
The Nutcracker
425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Upcoming Events: 2177
Dec 18, 2026 7:00 PM
New Philharmonic
425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Upcoming Events: 4
Dec 31, 2026 1:30 PM
Treasure Island Reimagined: Jane Hawkins and the Pirate's Gold
425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Upcoming Events: 7
Jan 24, 2027 3:00 PM
Dial M For Murder - The Play
425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Upcoming Events: 60
Jan 28, 2027 7:30 PM
Magic Rocks: Leon Etienne
425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Upcoming Events: 3
Jan 30, 2027 7:30 PM
John Williams Birthday Celebration
425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Upcoming Events: 4
Feb 05, 2027 7:30 PM
The Greatest Love of All - Whitney Houston Tribute
425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Upcoming Events: 7
Feb 13, 2027 7:30 PM
The King's Singers
425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Upcoming Events: 4
Feb 20, 2027 7:30 PM
Hiplet Ballerinas
425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Upcoming Events: 1
Feb 21, 2027 4:00 PM
One Night of Queen - Gary Mullen and The Works
425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Upcoming Events: 8
Mar 19, 2027 7:30 PM
From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Glen Ellyn. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about tickets, prices, and game day details.
What events are happening in Glen Ellyn right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Glen Ellyn 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 Glen Ellyn?
Yeah — Glen Ellyn 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 Glen Ellyn?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Glen Ellyn, 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.
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Events Near Glen Ellyn
Here's what's happening nearby.
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