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Darrell Scott at Old Town School of Folk Music
Fri, Jun 12
8:00 PM

Darrell Scott at Old Town School of Folk Music

Old Town School of Folk MusicLincoln Square

Acclaimed singer-songwriter Darrell Scott performs. Intimate folk concert. 8PM Friday.

Josiah and the Bonnevilles — Redline Tour at Thalia Hall
Fri, Jun 12
8:00 PM

Josiah and the Bonnevilles — Redline Tour at Thalia Hall

Thalia HallPilsen

Josiah and the Bonnevilles bring The Redline North America Tour to Thalia Hall with Max Alan and Brenna MacMillan. Blues-rock energy in Pilsen. Presen

The Poetry Brothel Chicago: Life is a Cabaret
Fri, Jun 12
8:00 PM

The Poetry Brothel Chicago: Life is a Cabaret

Chicago Theater WorksLakeview

Immersive poetry and burlesque cabaret experience at Chicago Theater Works.

$45–$8521+
Harlem Hayfield, Margo MacEro, Little Victory, Joel Gragg
Fri, Jun 12
8:00 PM

Harlem Hayfield, Margo MacEro, Little Victory, Joel Gragg

Reggies on the BeachSouth Loop

At Reggies Music Joint.

Jeff BearCat Bunch at Carol's Pub
Fri, Jun 12
9:00 PM

Jeff BearCat Bunch at Carol's Pub

Carol's PubUptown

Jeff BearCat Bunch at Carol's Pub. Blues, country, and everything that makes a Friday night at a dive bar worth staying out for. 21+, 9pm.

Brandon James & Soulogy: a Tribute To Luther Vandross
Fri, Jun 12
9:00 PM

Brandon James & Soulogy: a Tribute To Luther Vandross

Reggies on the BeachSouth Loop

At Reggies Bananna's Shack .

Jack Bensinger at The Hideout
Fri, Jun 12
10:00 PM

Jack Bensinger at The Hideout

The HideoutNear North Side

Stand-up comedian Jack Bensinger performs late night at The Hideout. Sharp, clever comedy in one of Chicago's most unique rooms.

Chicago Music Legacy Tour x Chess Records
Friday
12:00 PM

Chicago Music Legacy Tour x Chess Records

Chess Records StudioSouth Loop

Black music history tour at Chess Records Studio on Record Row. Where Muddy Waters, Chuck Berry, and Etta James made records that changed America. Sou

House Music is Home at Navy Pier
Friday
4:30 PM

House Music is Home at Navy Pier

Navy PierNavy Pier

Free house music DJ showcase at Navy Pier Wave Wall Stage featuring legendary Chosen Few DJs. Closes with free lakefront fireworks. 4:30 PM – 10:15 PM

90s Night at the Zoo
Friday
6:00 PM

90s Night at the Zoo

Brookfield ZooBrookfield Zoo

Brookfield Zoo after dark with 90s music, themed cocktails, food stations, and animal encounters. Dress in your best 90s gear. 21+ event.

Whiskey Fest Chicago 2026
Friday
6:00 PM

Whiskey Fest Chicago 2026

Navy PierNavy Pier

Sample premium whiskeys, bourbons, and ryes from top distilleries. Live music, food pairings, expert-led tastings. 21+ only.

90s Night at the Zoo: Adults Only at Lincoln Park Zoo
Friday
6:30 PM

90s Night at the Zoo: Adults Only at Lincoln Park Zoo

Lincoln Park ZooLincoln Park

Adults-only 90s throwback night at Lincoln Park Zoo. June 13, 6:30-10 PM.

21+
Naper Lights Summer Concert Series
Friday
Every Saturday
6:30 PM

Naper Lights Summer Concert Series

Ramsay's Kitchen NapervilleNaperville

Free outdoor concerts on the Naperville Riverwalk. Regional tribute bands and acoustic duos. Festive, welcoming, open-air. Weekend dates June through

Santana and The Doobie Brothers: The Oneness Tour
Friday
7:00 PM

Santana and The Doobie Brothers: The Oneness Tour

Credit Union 1 AmphitheatreTinley Park

Classic rock legends Santana and The Doobie Brothers co-headline Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre. Massive outdoor show. 7PM Saturday.

Santana & The Doobie Brothers - Oneness Tour 2026
Friday
7:00 PM

Santana & The Doobie Brothers - Oneness Tour 2026

Credit Union 1 AmphitheatreTinley Park

Please note: This event is rain or shine. Parking is sold separately from concert tickets. You will need to purchase a parking pass if you plan to park at the venue. At Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre.

An Evening with John Cusack & Screening of Grosse Pointe Blank
Friday
7:30 PM

An Evening with John Cusack & Screening of Grosse Pointe Blank

The Auditorium TheatreLoop

John Cusack live Q&A and Grosse Pointe Blank screening. Auditorium Theatre. Jun 13.

Vacations
Friday
8:00 PM

Vacations

SubterraneanWicker Park

At Subterranean.

Worm, Dusk, Fer De Lance
Friday
8:00 PM

Worm, Dusk, Fer De Lance

Reggies on the BeachSouth Loop

At Reggies Rock Club.

DeVotchKa: A Tribute to Little Miss Sunshine at Thalia Hall
Friday
8:00 PM

DeVotchKa: A Tribute to Little Miss Sunshine at Thalia Hall

Thalia HallPilsen

DeVotchKa performs a tribute to the music of Little Miss Sunshine with Sammy Tweedy at Thalia Hall. Cinematic indie rock meets global folk in Pilsen's

Mike Lebovitz at Zanies
Friday
8:00 PM

Mike Lebovitz at Zanies

Zanies Comedy Night ClubOld Town

Chicago comic Mike Lebovitz headlines Zanies. Sharp, dark, and fiercely funny — a staple of the Chicago comedy scene.

LOUDERNOW at Bottom Lounge
Friday
8:00 PM

LOUDERNOW at Bottom Lounge

Bottom LoungeWest Loop

LOUDERNOW takes the stage at Bottom Lounge. Doors 7 PM, Show 8 PM.

Wraith, Witchtrap, the Black Moriah, Burial Oath
Friday
8:00 PM

Wraith, Witchtrap, the Black Moriah, Burial Oath

Reggies on the BeachSouth Loop

At Reggies Music Joint.

THRILLER — The Michael Jackson Dance Party
Friday
8:30 PM

THRILLER — The Michael Jackson Dance Party

Chop ShopWicker Park

Step into the iconic world of Thriller at Chop Shop in Wicker Park as the city's most electrifying dance party pays tribute to the King of Pop. Don yo

$25–$27.26
Pearlsnap at Carol's Pub
Friday
9:30 PM

Pearlsnap at Carol's Pub

Carol's PubUptown

Pearlsnap plays classic country at Carol's Pub in Uptown. Saturday night honky-tonk — two-stepping optional, cold beer mandatory. 21+.