Want to know what’s happening this weekend in Chicago? Look no further. There’s a whole calendar of exciting events, exhibits, and activities taking place all over the city this month in Chicago.
Highlights this weekend include:
- The annual Chicago House Music Festival, featuring four days of free music and dancing in Millennium Park and beyond
- The Edgewater Music Fest, bringing a packed Chicago-centric music lineup to the North Side neighborhood
- Two sold-out shows at Soldier Field for the BTS World Tour, plus fun K-pop events for fans all weekend long
Check out just a few of the events and happening in Chicago this weekend, Aug. 28 – 30.
Chicago House Music Festival & Conference
Chicago Cultural Center, Millennium Park, Daley Plaza, Riverwalk & SummerDance in Grant Park The Chicago House Music Festival & Conference celebrates Chicago’s enduring global impact as…
Edgewater Music Fest
The neighborhood festival will once again feature more than 30 live performances across two stages, this year, with almost every single band reigning from the forefront of Chicago’s versatile music scene. There will also be a variety of more than 100 local vendors, food and beverage offerings, family-friendly activities and a weekend-long celebration of Chicago’s vibrant music and arts scene.
K-Pop Club Night
The K-Pop Club Night is scheduled to take place at the House of Blues Chicago on August 27-28, 2026. This popular dance party typically features…
Chicago Greeter Neighborhood PopUp Series – Buena Park
Join the Chicago Greeter Neighborhood PopUp Series for FREE guided walks through the city's vibrant neighborhoods - led by friendly local volunteers! Come explore, connect and experience Chicago like…
BTS: World Tour 2026
Global K-pop superstars BTS is scheduled to perform two stadium shows in Chicago on Thursday, August 27, and Friday, August 28, 2026, as part of…
Summer Sweets Festa
Treat yourself to an afternoon of sweet summer fun at Eataly's Summer Sweets Festa! Bring the whole family and explore six delicious dessert stations featuring…
Heatwave House Party at Shedd Aquarium
Turn up the heat at the first-ever Heatwave House Party! Close out summer in true Chicago style with a night of house music, electric vibes and…
Cubs 150th Anniversary Celebration
On August 29 at Wrigley Field, the Cubs will host a celebration for the 150th anniversary of the team as a National League franchise.
Meet Me on Milwaukee (MMoM)
Meet Me on Milwaukee (MMoM) is a pilot series of “pedestrianization” events between Alderman La Spata, the Wicker Park Bucktown Chamber of Commerce (WPBCC), and the…
2026 Logandale Restaurant and Bar Crawl
The 2nd Annual Logandale Restaurant & Bar Crawl is back! Join us for a 21+ neighborhood food and drink experience along Milwaukee Avenue from Central…
Escape the Museum at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
Escape the Museum returns for another thrilling year with a brand new experience. After a sold-out run last year, Griffin MSI is hosting eight nights…
REMNANTS at Marian Byrnes Park
Weaving together ecology, history, futurity, and collective awe in a site-specific spectacle performance at Winnemac Park and Marian Byrnes Park, Wender Collective's REMNANTS is an…
Black on the Block Chicago
The largest touring marketplace for Black-owned businsses is coming to Chicago on August 30th! Don't miss Black on the Block at Stadium Green from 1–7PM ✨…
Arts on Devon
The nonprofit Rogers Park Business Alliance (RPBA) and Devon Avenue Special Service Area (SSA) #43 are excited to announce the return of the Arts on…
The Fray & Dashboard Confessional – Summer of Light Tour
The Fray and Dashboard Confessional are scheduled to perform in Chicago on Saturday, August 29, 2026, which is the final stop of their "Summer of…
Kesha – The Freedom Tour
Kesha is scheduled to perform in Tinley Park on Saturday, August 29, 2026, as part of her "The Freedom Tour". The tour supports her 2025…
Musika Samasama Filipino Festival The Great Filipino Songbook Remix
Now in its third year, Musika SamaSama Filipino Festival returns to Eugene Field Park for an afternoon of world-class live music, cultural celebration, and community…
The Chinatown Adventure Food Tour
Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors and rich history of Chicago’s Chinatown on our top-rated TripAdvisor food and culture tour. Enjoy seated dining at five…
Millennium Park Summer Workouts
Participants are asked to bring their own workout mat The workout program takes place on the Great Lawn and Wrigley Square in Millennium Park on…
Miranda Lambert Live In Concert
Miranda Lambert is scheduled to perform at the Ravinia Festival in Highland Park, IL, on Sunday, August 30, 2026.
Pandemonium, Please Hold
The Second City’s 114th Mainstage Revue Pandemonium, Please Hold is a loud, fast, and gloriously unhinged night of comedic mayhem. The Second City’s six-person cast…
Tangible Sound: Arrival to a Higher Ground
Imagine walking inside the thunderous sound of a taiko drum or feeling enveloped by the sinuous sounds of a saxophone, cello, or bass. What if…
Theater of the Mind
Now Extended Multiple experiences per day at the Reid Murdoch Building, 333 N LaSalle Visit TheateroftheMindChicago.com for dates, times, and tickets Created by David Byrne…
Explore our events calendar for more Chicago events and happenings.
Please note that all events are subject to change.
