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Updated: June 29, 2026
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  • Jun
    29
    2026
    6:30 PM
    Mon
    POP / ROCK
    Madison Beer
    Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island • 36000 seats
    Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island
    location60605, 1300 S. Linn White Drive  Chicago, ILlocation60605, 1300 S. Linn White Drive Chicago, IL, US
    From $52Avg. price ~ $98Tickets Available: 129
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  • Jun
    29
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Mon
    COMEDY
    Vik Pandya
    The Comedy Bar - Chicago
    The Comedy Bar - Chicago
    location60611, 162 E Superior Street  Chicago, ILlocation60611, 162 E Superior Street Chicago, IL, US
    From $52Avg. price ~ $6010 tickets remaining!
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  • Jun
    29
    2026
    7:05 PM
    Mon
    Professional (MLB)
    Chicago Cubs vs. San Diego Padres
    Wrigley Field • 41268 seats
    Wrigley Field
    location60613, 1060 West Addison Street  Chicago, ILlocation60613, 1060 West Addison Street Chicago, IL, US
    From $37Avg. price ~ $183Tickets Available: 1152
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  • Jun
    29
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Mon
    R&B / SOUL
    BETH
    City Winery - Chicago
    City Winery - Chicago
    location60607, 1200 W. Randolph St.  Chicago, ILlocation60607, 1200 W. Randolph St. Chicago, IL, US
    From $64Avg. price ~ $85Tickets Available: 32
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  • Jun
    29
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Mon
    POP / ROCK
    Alex Warren: Little Orphan Alex Live
    Alex Warren: Little Orphan Alex Live
    United Center • 23500 seats
    United Center
    location60612, 1901 West Madison Street  Chicago, ILlocation60612, 1901 West Madison Street Chicago, IL, US
    From $51Avg. price ~ $213Tickets Available: 269
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  • Jun
    29
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Mon
    MAGIC SHOWS
    Champions Of Magic
    Studebaker Theater
    Studebaker Theater
    location60605, 410 S Michigan Avenue  Chicago, ILlocation60605, 410 S Michigan Avenue Chicago, IL, US
    From $59Avg. price ~ $114Tickets Available: 70
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  • Jun
    29
    2026
    8:00 PM
    Mon
    COMEDY
    Chicago's Best Stand Up
    The Laugh Factory - Chicago
    The Laugh Factory - Chicago
    location60657, 3175 North Broadway  Chicago, ILlocation60657, 3175 North Broadway Chicago, IL, US
    From $63Avg. price ~ $7216 tickets remaining!
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  • Jun
    30
    2026
    6:30 PM
    Tue
    BASEBALL
    Best Value
    Chicago Dogs vs. Milwaukee Milkmen
    Impact Field
    Impact Field
    location60018, 9850 Balmoral Ave  Rosemont, ILlocation60018, 9850 Balmoral Ave Rosemont, IL, US
    From $18Avg. price ~ $34Tickets Available: 36
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  • Jun
    30
    2026
    6:30 PM
    Tue
    LATIN
    CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso
    Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom • 4500 seats
    Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom
    location60640, 1106 West Lawrence Avenue  Chicago, ILlocation60640, 1106 West Lawrence Avenue Chicago, IL, US
    From $49Avg. price ~ $246Tickets Available: 61
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  • Jun
    30
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Tue
    HARD ROCK / METAL
    Nemophila
    Reggie's Rock Club • 400 seats
    Reggie's Rock Club
    location60616, 2109 S. State St.  Chicago, ILlocation60616, 2109 S. State St. Chicago, IL, US
    From $61Avg. price ~ $9618 tickets remaining!
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  • Jun
    30
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Tue
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Water for Elephants - The Musical
    Nederlander Theatre at Ford Center for the Performing Arts • 2253 seats
    Nederlander Theatre at Ford Center for the Performing Arts
    location60601, 24 West Randolph Street  Chicago, ILlocation60601, 24 West Randolph Street Chicago, IL, US
    From $59Avg. price ~ $225Tickets Available: 519
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  • Jun
    30
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Tue
    RAP / HIP HOP
    TopOppGen
    Avondale Music Hall • 350 seats
    Avondale Music Hall
    location60641, 3336 N Milwuakee Ave  Chicago, ILlocation60641, 3336 N Milwuakee Ave Chicago, IL, US
    From $44Avg. price ~ $7417 tickets remaining!
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  • Jun
    30
    2026
    7:05 PM
    Tue
    Professional (MLB)
    Chicago Cubs vs. San Diego Padres
    Wrigley Field • 41268 seats
    Wrigley Field
    location60613, 1060 West Addison Street  Chicago, ILlocation60613, 1060 West Addison Street Chicago, IL, US
    From $31Avg. price ~ $180Tickets Available: 2269
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  • Jun
    30
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Tue
    MAGIC SHOWS
    Champions Of Magic
    Studebaker Theater
    Studebaker Theater
    location60605, 410 S Michigan Avenue  Chicago, ILlocation60605, 410 S Michigan Avenue Chicago, IL, US
    From $61Avg. price ~ $114Tickets Available: 64
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  • Jun
    30
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Tue
    POP / ROCK
    The Guess Who
    Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island • 36000 seats
    Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island
    location60605, 1300 S. Linn White Drive  Chicago, ILlocation60605, 1300 S. Linn White Drive Chicago, IL, US
    From $27Avg. price ~ $239Tickets Available: 1295
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  • Jun
    30
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Tue
    JAZZ / BLUES
    Kahil El Zabar
    Evanston Space • 250 seats
    Evanston Space
    location60202, 1245 Chicago Avenue  Evanston, ILlocation60202, 1245 Chicago Avenue Evanston, IL, US
    From $52Avg. price ~ $8116 tickets remaining!
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  • Jun
    30
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Tue
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Catch As Catch Can
    Downstairs Theatre At Steppenwolf Theatre - Chicago
    Downstairs Theatre At Steppenwolf Theatre - Chicago
    location60614, 1650 North Halsted Street  Chicago, ILlocation60614, 1650 North Halsted Street Chicago, IL, US
    From $118Avg. price ~ $16921 tickets remaining!
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  • Jul
    01
    2026
    1:00 PM
    Wed
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    High Demand
    Water for Elephants - The Musical
    Nederlander Theatre at Ford Center for the Performing Arts • 2253 seats
    Nederlander Theatre at Ford Center for the Performing Arts
    location60601, 24 West Randolph Street  Chicago, ILlocation60601, 24 West Randolph Street Chicago, IL, US
    From $59Avg. price ~ $311Tickets Available: 611
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  • Jul
    01
    2026
    1:20 PM
    Wed
    Professional (MLB)
    Chicago Cubs vs. San Diego Padres
    Wrigley Field • 41268 seats
    Wrigley Field
    location60613, 1060 West Addison Street  Chicago, ILlocation60613, 1060 West Addison Street Chicago, IL, US
    From $36Avg. price ~ $207Tickets Available: 1839
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  • Jul
    01
    2026
    2:00 PM
    Wed
    MAGIC SHOWS
    Champions Of Magic
    Studebaker Theater
    Studebaker Theater
    location60605, 410 S Michigan Avenue  Chicago, ILlocation60605, 410 S Michigan Avenue Chicago, IL, US
    From $71Avg. price ~ $118Tickets Available: 60
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  • Jul
    01
    2026
    2:00 PM
    Wed
    MUSICAL / PLAY
    Catch As Catch Can
    Downstairs Theatre At Steppenwolf Theatre - Chicago
    Downstairs Theatre At Steppenwolf Theatre - Chicago
    location60614, 1650 North Halsted Street  Chicago, ILlocation60614, 1650 North Halsted Street Chicago, IL, US
    From $101Avg. price ~ $11611 tickets remaining!
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  • Jul
    01
    2026
    6:30 PM
    Wed
    CLASSICAL
    Grant Park Orchestra: Carlos Kalmar - Rachmaninov Piano Concerto No. 3
    Jay Pritzker Pavilion • 11000 seats
    Jay Pritzker Pavilion
    location60603, 201 E. Randolph Street  Chicago, ILlocation60603, 201 E. Randolph Street Chicago, IL, US
    From $57Avg. price ~ $8620 tickets remaining!
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  • Jul
    01
    2026
    6:30 PM
    Wed
    BASEBALL
    Best Value
    Chicago Dogs vs. Milwaukee Milkmen
    Impact Field
    Impact Field
    location60018, 9850 Balmoral Ave  Rosemont, ILlocation60018, 9850 Balmoral Ave Rosemont, IL, US
    From $18Avg. price ~ $4124 tickets remaining!
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  • Jul
    01
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Wed
    COMEDY
    Brady Matthews
    Zanies Comedy Club - Chicago
    Zanies Comedy Club - Chicago
    location60610, 1548 North Wells Street  Chicago, ILlocation60610, 1548 North Wells Street Chicago, IL, US
    From $43Avg. price ~ $6124 tickets remaining!
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1700 Theater at Steppenwolf Theatre - Chicago
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Arie Crown Theater
Chicago, IL
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Next Event: Jul 10, 2026
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Auditorium Theatre - IL
Chicago, IL
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Upcoming Events: 42
Next Event: Jul 22, 2026
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Avondale Music Hall
Chicago, IL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 5
Next Event: Jun 30, 2026
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Backline at Avondale Music Hall
Chicago, IL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
Next Event: Aug 16, 2026
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Beat Kitchen
Chicago, IL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 28
Next Event: Jul 02, 2026
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Bohemian National Cemetery
Chicago, IL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 2
Next Event: Sep 25, 2026
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Bookclub
Chicago, IL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 2
Next Event: Jul 18, 2026
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Bottom Lounge
Chicago, IL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 20
Next Event: Jul 03, 2026
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Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place
Chicago, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 1
Next Event: Sep 24, 2026
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Brookfield Zoo
Brookfield, IL
Stadium
Upcoming Events: 2
Next Event: Jul 24, 2026
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Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom
Chicago, IL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 24
Next Event: Jun 30, 2026
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Cadillac Palace
Chicago, IL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 34
Next Event: Aug 04, 2026
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Cahn Auditorium
Evanston, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 7
Next Event: Aug 02, 2026
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Carol's Pub
Chicago, IL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 6
Next Event: Jul 23, 2026
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Castaways
Chicago, IL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 8
Next Event: Jul 18, 2026
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Cermak Hall At Radius - IL
Chicago, IL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 4
Next Event: Jul 30, 2026
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Chop Shop Chicago
Chicago, IL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 6
Next Event: Jul 10, 2026
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Best Events Guide

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2.3K+ Upcoming Events
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THEATRE
305 Upcoming Events
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224 Upcoming Events

About Best Events

The best events in Chicago include concerts, sports, theater, comedy, festivals, family attractions, and seasonal celebrations. Browse updated schedules, discover top venues, compare ticket options, and explore the most popular live entertainment throughout Chicago and nearby areas.

Best Events FAQ

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What are the best events in Chicago?

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How are featured events selected?

Featured events highlight popular performances, major sporting events, festivals, and highly anticipated live entertainment.

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Are family-friendly events included?

Yes. The guide includes family attractions, festivals, exhibitions, holiday events, and activities for all ages.

Can I browse events by category?

Yes. Explore concerts, sports, theater, comedy, festivals, attractions, and more.

Do event schedules change?

Yes. Dates, venues, and ticket availability may change as events are announced or updated.

Can I find free events?

Yes. Many cities host free festivals, outdoor concerts, community events, and seasonal celebrations.

How often is the guide updated?

Featured events and schedules are updated regularly throughout the year.

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