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Millennium Park Holiday Sing-Alongs
Dec6
Dec20
Music & Comedy

Millennium Park Holiday Sing-Alongs

Bundle up and belt out songs in celebration of Chicago’s diverse holiday traditions in Millennium Park’s Wrigley Square on Fridays, December 1, 13, and 20.…

Friday, December 6th
8:00 a.m.Friday, December 20th
5:00 p.m.
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph St
Wonder City Holiday Pop-Up Chicago
Dec16
Music & Comedy

Wonder City Holiday Pop-Up Chicago

This year our magical experience will be located in the NEWCITY plaza and indoor space. The campus will be filled with a combination of joyful…

Monday, December 16th
10:00 a.m.10:00 p.m.
NEWCITY PLAZA
1457 N Halsted St
Stand-Up Comedy: Liam Nelson
Dec16
Music & Comedy

Stand-Up Comedy: Liam Nelson

Liam Nelson is a New York City based comedian from Atlanta Georgia with more than one lifetime of stories to share standing 7 feet tall…

Monday, December 16th
7:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Zanies Comedy Club
1548 N. Wells St.
Magic Mondays at Davenport’s
Dec16
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Magic Mondays at Davenport’s

Experience an unforgettable night of wonder at Magic Mondays at Davenport’s! Hosted by award-winning magician John Sturk, this monthly showcase features Chicago’s top conjurors performing…

Monday, December 16th
8:00 p.m.9:30 p.m.
Davenport’s Piano Bar and Cabaret
1383 North Milwaukee Avenue
Wonder City Holiday Pop-Up Chicago
Dec17
Music & Comedy

Wonder City Holiday Pop-Up Chicago

This year our magical experience will be located in the NEWCITY plaza and indoor space. The campus will be filled with a combination of joyful…

Tuesday, December 17th
10:00 a.m.10:00 p.m.
NEWCITY PLAZA
1457 N Halsted St
Fresh Faces at Laugh Factory Chicago
Dec17
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Fresh Faces at Laugh Factory Chicago

Fresh Faces of Chicago presents you with the hottest lineup of up-and-coming comics in the city alongside seasoned veteran comedians and nationally touring headliners. Every…

Tuesday, December 17th
6:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Laugh Factory, 3175 N. Broadway St, Chicago, IL 60657
3175 N. Broadway St
Tuesday Good Show
Dec17
Music & Comedy

Tuesday Good Show

Showcasing some of the best performers in the city, Tuesday Good Show is a free weekly variety show hosted by Nick Bonsignore and Keller Paulson.…

Tuesday, December 17th
7:00 p.m.8:30 p.m.
The Gallery Cabaret
2020 N Oakley Ave
Write Club: Holidays and Confused
Dec17
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Write Club: Holidays and Confused

Dec 17, 7:30PM Write Club: Holidays and Confused combatants include Mike Atcherson, Sonia Goldberg, C Russell Price, Jennifer Peepas, Pat Whalen and RC Riley. WRITE CLUB IS LITERATURE…

Tuesday, December 17th
7:30 p.m.8:30 p.m.
GMan Tavern
3740 N Clark St
Wonder City Holiday Pop-Up Chicago
Dec18
Music & Comedy

Wonder City Holiday Pop-Up Chicago

This year our magical experience will be located in the NEWCITY plaza and indoor space. The campus will be filled with a combination of joyful…

Wednesday, December 18th
10:00 a.m.10:00 p.m.
NEWCITY PLAZA
1457 N Halsted St
Miracle at Century High School
Dec18
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Miracle at Century High School

Miracle at Century High School is an original Christmas musical making its world premiere at The Annoyance Theatre. When the principal of a scandal-plagued high…

Wednesday, December 18th
7:00 p.m.8:30 p.m.
The Annoyance Theatre
851 W. Belmont Ave.
The You’re Invited To A Holiday Comedy Spectacular
Dec18
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

The You’re Invited To A Holiday Comedy Spectacular

The You’re Invited To A Holiday Comedy Spectacular is a night of laughter, joy, and diversity in Chicago! The show is produced by two up-and-coming…

Wednesday, December 18th
7:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Cornservatory
4210 N Lincoln Ave
MER’s Music Showcase
Dec18
Music & Comedy

MER’s Music Showcase

Presented by Chop Shop. This is an 21+ event Lineup Doors open ― 6:00 PM MER Jon Allegretto Stephen Francis Mike Vinopal Andrew Miller Jeremy Mederich Aly…

Wednesday, December 18th
7:00 p.m.11:30 p.m.
1st Ward at Chop Shop
2033 W. North Ave
The Roys of Succession Do Christmas
Dec18
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

The Roys of Succession Do Christmas

The famously dramatic leads from Succession, including Logan, Kendall, Shiv, and Roman Roy, return to try to accomplish something normal and HOLIDAY themed: cooking Thanksgiving…

Wednesday, December 18th
7:30 p.m.9:00 p.m.
The iO Theater, 1501 N Kingsbury St, Chicago, IL 60642, USA,
The iO Theater, 1501 N Kingsbury St, Chicago, IL 60642, USA,
Joss Stone & Chicago Philharmonic
Dec18
Music & Comedy

Joss Stone & Chicago Philharmonic

Joss Stone is a Grammy and Brit award-winning artist who released her star-making critically acclaimed debut album, The Soul Sessions, in 2003, aged just 16.…

Wednesday, December 18th
7:30 p.m.10:30 p.m.
Auditorium Theatre
50 East Ida B. Wells Drive
Joss Stone with the Chicago Philharmonic – Merry Christmas, Love
Dec18
Music & Comedy

Joss Stone with the Chicago Philharmonic – Merry Christmas, Love

Joss Stone is a Grammy and Brit award-winning artist who released her star-making critically acclaimed debut album, The Soul Sessions, in 2003, aged just 16.…

Wednesday, December 18th
7:30 p.m.10:30 p.m.
Auditorium Theatre
50 East Ida B. Wells Drive
Chicago’s Late Night Talk Show: The Not That Late Show
Dec18
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Chicago’s Late Night Talk Show: The Not That Late Show

Get the late night talk show experience without heading to NYC or LA! The Not That Late Show is just like the late night talk…

Wednesday, December 18th
8:00 p.m.9:30 p.m.
The Lincoln Lodge
2040 North Milwaukee Avenue
Suki Waterhouse – Sparklemuffin Tour
Dec18
Music & Comedy

Suki Waterhouse – Sparklemuffin Tour

Indie pop singer Suki Waterhouse /w special guest Bully will perform live at The Salt Shed Indoors on Dec. 18, 2024.

Wednesday, December 18th
8:00 p.m.11:00 p.m.
The Salt Shed
1357 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL
Keri Johnsrud and Shawn Maxwell Record Release
Dec18
Music & Comedy

Keri Johnsrud and Shawn Maxwell Record Release

Chicago-based vocalist Keri Johnsrud and saxophonist Shawn Maxwell have come together to compose an album telling the story of what is, for most of us,…

Wednesday, December 18th
8:00 p.m.11:00 p.m.
Jazz Showcase
806 S Plymouth Ct.
Hooch & Holler Comedy Show
Dec18
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Hooch & Holler Comedy Show

Every Wednesday The Best Speakeasy In Chicago Hosts The Hottest Comedians The City Has To Offer! Indulge In Our Amazing Craft Cocktails And Enjoy An…

Wednesday, December 18th
9:00 p.m.11:00 p.m.
Bordel Cocktail & Cabaret
1721 W Division
Wonder City Holiday Pop-Up Chicago
Dec19
Music & Comedy

Wonder City Holiday Pop-Up Chicago

This year our magical experience will be located in the NEWCITY plaza and indoor space. The campus will be filled with a combination of joyful…

Thursday, December 19th
10:00 a.m.10:00 p.m.
NEWCITY PLAZA
1457 N Halsted St
Teatro Zinzanni
Dec19
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Teatro Zinzanni

Tickets are on sale Now at https://zinzanni.com/chicago/ for Love, Chaos, & Dinner ! Teatro Zinzanni returns to the vibrant Chicago Loop inside the velvet walls…

Thursday, December 19th
6:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Spiegeltent – Cambria Hotel
32 W. Randolph
Candlelight: Holiday Special featuring “Silent Night, “Jingle Bells,” and More
Dec19
Music & Comedy

Candlelight: Holiday Special featuring “Silent Night, “Jingle Bells,” and More

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Chicago. Get your tickets now to discover…

Thursday, December 19th
6:30 p.m.7:30 p.m.
Stan Mansion
2408 North Kedzie Boulevard
Holidays of Joy
Dec19
Music & Comedy

Holidays of Joy

Revel in the wonder of the holidays through the universal language of holiday music. Join us for an evening of festive cheer and holiday spirit…

Thursday, December 19th
6:30 p.m.8:30 p.m.
Auditorium Theatre
50 East Ida B. Wells Drive
Breaking Sound Chicago at Davenport’s
Dec19
Music & Comedy

Breaking Sound Chicago at Davenport’s

We showcase the hottest emerging artists & bands in premium locations around the city. #BreakingSoundChicago FEATURING – Carter Thomas, The Devil Said Jump, + more…

Thursday, December 19th
6:30 p.m.8:30 p.m.
Davenport’s Piano Bar & Cabaret
1383 N Milwaukee Ave
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