Throwback Events in Chicago
12 events in Chicago
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Kokandy Productions brings the psychedelic rock opera that defined a generation to Wicker Park's intimate Chopin Theatre—expect tie-dye energy, anti-establishment anthems, and a cast that'll have you questioning everything by intermission. This isn't a museum piece; it's a full-t...
CAMP CHICAGO: A Retro American Fest on the 4th
Riverwalk mini-festival with live bands, DJs, yard games, and retro American vibes at Island Party Hut. 5PM Saturday.
90s R&B Sing-A-Long Interactive Lounge
90s R&B sing-along with candle crafting in Logan Square. BYOB-friendly, nostalgic, interactive.
90s House Music Vinyl Tribute
Free outdoor riverside DJ set at Ping Tom Park pagoda in Chinatown. 90s house music on vinyl with scenic river views. 6:30-9:30 PM.
Official Lollapalooza Aftershow feat Los Retros
Official Lollapalooza Aftershow feat Los Retros — Official Lollapalooza Aftershow at Cobra Lounge.
Lincoln Square Summer Concert: The Noize
Free outdoor concert at Giddings Plaza in Lincoln Square featuring The Noize — Rock, pop, and oldies you know and love. Beer and wine available for purchase from Ricochet's Tavern. One of Lincoln Square's favorite neighborhood traditions, running every Thursday evening through mid-August. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the sounds of local Chicago musicians under the open sky.
Club 1BD Chicago ft. DJ David & Hunny Bee
Club 1BD (@club1bd) ft. DJ David & Hunny Bee is headed to Chicago for its Summer Tour 2026! 🏡Club 1BD was founded to showcase POC Talent and enact a
Beanie Sigel & Do Or Die
Philly rap legend Beanie Sigel teams up with Chicago's own Do Or Die for a night of classic hip-hop at Credit Union 1 Arena. Beanie brings State Prope
Blue Monday: Lil' Red & The Rooster
A deep calling led them both to the Blues, and the Blues brought Lil Red (Jennifer Milligan) and Pascal Fouquet together in 2010. Theyve been living a
Emo Night LIVE with All American Throwbacks
Emo Night LIVE with All American Throwbacks — live at Joe's Live.
Haunted Hotel Halloween Ball
Mega Halloween costume dance party at Congress Plaza. Multi-room DJ stages, theatrical decor, bottle service.
Jalen Ngonda: Doctrine of Love Tour with Brooke Combe
Jalen Ngonda honours soul musics rich history while pushing it forward into new territory, an artist whos both archivist and explorer, a disciple of t