📅 Your Event Lineup for Jul 30

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Improv Brunch

$24.50  $49

Sun, Aug 18 | Sun, Aug 25 and 1 more

UP Comedy Club - Chicago, IL

Sundays are tough for everybody. With the work week looming in less than 24 hours, it can...

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The Second City: After Hours

$9  $18

Fri, Aug 02 | Sat, Aug 03 and 8 more

UP Comedy Club - Chicago, IL

Stay up late with The Second City as they bring you their latest and greatest with After Hours...

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Whose Line Is It Saturday

COMP  $5

Sat, Aug 03 | Sat, Aug 10 and 3 more

Logan Square Improv - Chicago, IL

Whose Line Is It Saturday is a weekly improv comedy show featuring Chicago improvisers...

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The Second City’s Improv Comedy Hour

$9  $18

Mon, Aug 05 | Mon, Aug 12 and 2 more

UP Comedy Club - Chicago, IL

The Second City’s Improv Comedy Hour (it’s more than an hour, but that’s...

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Saturday Night Standup Comedy at Laugh Factory Chicago

COMP  $17

Sat, Aug 03 | Sat, Aug 03 and 13 more

Laugh Factory Chicago - Chicago, IL

We have searched the entire city of Chicago and have compiled the greatest lineup of stand...

Laugh Factory Chicago

COMP  $17

Sun, Aug 04 | Sun, Aug 04 and 6 more

Laugh Factory Chicago - Chicago, IL

Named the No. 1 Comedy Club in the country by USA Today, the Laugh Factory regularly hosts...

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She the People

$13  $26

Thu, Aug 01 | Sun, Aug 04 and 7 more

UP Comedy Club - Chicago, IL

The women of Second City bet you 72 cents on the dollar you’ll fall head over heels for ...

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The Second City’s Legendary Laughs

$15.50  $31

Sat, Aug 03 | Sat, Aug 10 and 3 more

UP Comedy Club - Chicago, IL

Put politics aside for a night and focus on having fun as The Second City presents Legendary...

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The Second City e.t.c.’s 43rd Revue: Grinning From Fear to Fear

$15.50 - $19  $31 - $38

Tue, Jul 30 | Wed, Jul 31 and 16 more

The Second City E.T.C. - Chicago, IL

Come see The Second City e.t.c.’s brand new 43rd Revue, titled Grinning From Fear to...

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Drunk Shakespeare

$15 - $45  $39 - $79

Wed, Jul 31 | Thu, Aug 01 and 109 more

The Lounge at The Lion - Chicago, IL

A self-proclaimed “drinking club with a Shakespeare problem,” the merry members...

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The Best Of Second City: Late Night Edition

$9  $18

Thu, Aug 01 | Thu, Aug 15

UP Comedy Club - Chicago, IL

The Second City is a legendary Chicago comedy company, founded in 1959, that has produced...

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The Showcase: New and Experimental Magic

$15  $30

Tue, Jul 30 | Tue, Aug 06 and 7 more

Chicago Magic Lounge - Chicago, IL

The Chicago Magic Lounge proudly presents their newest production, The Showcase. This new...

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Second City’s Algorithm Nation or the Static Quo

$15.50 - $19  $31 - $38

Tue, Jul 30 | Fri, Aug 02 and 2 more

The Second City Mainstage Theatre - Chicago, IL

The Second City’s Mainstage is where comedy legends are made. For decades the troupe has...

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SHE-ZAM: A Superheroine Comedy

$10  $20

Sat, Aug 03

Laugh Out Loud Chicago - Chicago, IL

SHE-ZAM! follows our fearless superherione and outrageous villain from their origins to...

Nita’s Dinner Club

Coming Soon  Coming Soon

Nita's Gumbo - Country Club Hills, IL

Live up your Friday nights with adult BET comedy and Southern cooking. Come dine in at...

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ComedySportz

$12.50  $25

Thu, Aug 01 | Fri, Aug 02 and 17 more

The ComedySportz Theatre - Chicago, IL

Fans of comedy and improv shows like Whose Line Is It Anyway? will love Chicago’s Come...

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Wine Riot 2.0

$20 - $40  $65

Fri, Sep 13 | Sat, Sep 14

Revel Fulton Market - Chicago, IL

If you’re looking for a completely unpretentious — and fun — wine tasting event, ...

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Music & Magic

$7.50  $15

Mon, Aug 05 | Mon, Aug 12 and 7 more

Chicago Magic Lounge - Chicago, IL

Kick off your workweek with a little sleight-of-hand, some jazz, a side of stage magic and...

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Chicago’s Best Stand-Up

COMP  $17

Tue, Jul 30 | Wed, Jul 31 and 25 more

Laugh Factory Chicago - Chicago, IL

Head over to the world-famous Laugh Factory and see what makes Chicago the funniest city on...

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Comedians You Should Know

COMP  $8

Wed, Jul 31

Timothy O'Toole's - Chicago, IL

If you’re tired of the same old jokes you’ve heard before, you can catch...

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Same Time Next Door

$5  $10

Wed, Aug 14 | Wed, Aug 21 and 1 more

Laugh Out Loud Chicago - Chicago, IL

Same Time Next Door is a comedy show that happens in close quarters.Watch as the comedians...

Chicago Donuts & Sweets Walk

$20 - $25  $50

Any Available Saturday at 11:00am or Sunday at 1:00pm Through September 11, 2019 (Reserve in Advance)

American Walks - Chicago Ave. - Chicago, IL

Take a donut stroll on the famed Magnificent Mile. Try all the great donut spots in...

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Nerd-Lesque

COMP  $5

Thu, Aug 08 | Thu, Aug 22 and 6 more

Headquarters Beercade - River North - Chicago, IL

Indulge both your nerdy and your naughty sides with Nerd-Lesque at Headquarters Beercade...

Ragnarok Axe Throwing Chicago

$24  $34

Any Available Date Through December 31, 2019 (Reserve in Advance)

Fine Arts Building - Chicago, IL

Nothing says active entertainment more than chucking axes on a night out with family,...

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FREE TICKETS TUESDAY NIGHT STANDUP COMEDY at Laugh Factory Chicago

FREE  COMP

Tue, Aug 06 | Tue, Aug 13 and 2 more

Laugh Factory - Chicago, IL

Jackpot Comedy brings the best comedians Chicago has to offer on one night and every...

Chicago Pizza Tour

American Walks - Chicago Ave. - Chicago, IL

$20 - $25  $60

Any Available Saturday or Sunday Through October 3, 2019 at 1:00pm (Reserve in Advance)

Famous Chicago Food Walk

$20 - $25  $60

Any Available Saturday or Sunday Through October 3, 2019 at 1:00pm (Reserve in Advance)

American Walks - Chicago Cultural Center - Chicago, IL

The Famous Chicago Food walk showcases all of the foods you’ve come to love that were...

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Bobby V’s Tell-All Fitness Training Comedy Show

$25  $50

Thu, Aug 08

Laugh Factory - Chicago, IL

People always say, the truth is funnier than fiction. Thirty years of truth come to life in...

Chicago Underground Pedway Tour With Food, Chocolate & Wine

$25  $50

Good for Any Thur. or Fri. Tour Through October 3, 2019 (Reserve in Advance)

American Walks - Daley Center - Chicago, IL

The underground Chicago Walk is a tour through Chicago’s pedway, a little-known...

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Devil’s Daughter

COMP  $5

Tue, Jul 30

iO Theater - Chicago, IL

Improv comedy reaches new heights when placed within the structure known as the Harold, a...

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Hamilton: The Exhibition

$20 - $39.50  $39.50 - $75

Wed, Jul 31 | Thu, Aug 01 and 41 more

Northerly Island - Chicago, IL

Alexander Hamilton’s remarkable story inspired millions of Americans. Now, you can see it...

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The Best of The Second City

$13  $26

Tue, Jul 30 | Wed, Jul 31

UP Comedy Club - Chicago, IL

Legendary Chicago comedy company The Second City has produced some of the world’s...

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Tuesday Night Sunset Cocktail Cruise

$12  $25

Tue, Aug 13 | Tue, Aug 27

The Mystic Blue - Chicago, IL

After a hard Tuesday’s work, you deserve to hit the hottest happy hour in town, which...

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Booze Your Own Adventure

$5  $10

Sat, Aug 03 | Sat, Aug 10 and 3 more

Laugh Out Loud Chicago - Chicago, IL

Everything you loved as a kid is always more fun when you throw alcohol in the mix: musical...

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The Hyde After Dark

$10 - $50  $20 - $100

Fri, Aug 09 | Fri, Aug 23

The Hyde Speakeasy - Chicago, IL

The Hyde After Dark takes you back to the glamorous and sensual days of authentic burlesque...

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Southern Gothic

$60 - $75  $80 - $100

Wed, Jul 31 | Thu, Aug 01 and 15 more

Windy City Playhouse South - Chicago, IL

Think of Southern Gothic as a live soap opera that unfolds inside a model home showroom. We...

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Booze Cruises on Lake Michigan

$20 - $35  $50

Sun, Aug 25 | Sun, Sep 01 and 10 more

Yacht Party Chicago at DuSable Harbor - Chicago, IL

Yacht Party Chicago invites you to set sail aboard the Anita Dee II on Lake Michigan at...

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Steamworks: The Musical

$12  $24

Fri, Aug 02 | Fri, Aug 09

The Annoyance Theatre & Bar - Chicago, IL

The Annoyance Theatre is proud to bring back the summertime hit, Steamworks: The Musical...

Wrigley Neighborhood Food Walk

$20 - $25  $60

Any Available Saturday or Sunday Through October 3, 2019 at 1:00pm (Reserve in Advance)

Wrigley Field - Chicago, IL

Take a stroll through Wrigleyville, home of the Chicago Cubs and the landmark Wrigley...

Chicago Riverwalk to Chinatown Boat Tour

$20 - $42.50  $85

Any Saturday Through October 3, 2019

American Walks - Clark Street Bridge - Chicago, IL

Take a boat and walking tour along the Chicago River while indulging in tasty treats along...

Chicago Cupcakes & Ice Cream Tour

$20 - $25  $50

Good for Any Available Date Through October 3, 2019

Water Tower Place - Chicago, IL

Take a cupcake crawl on the famed Magnificent Mile. This is where all the great cupcake...

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Monday Night Sunset Cocktail Cruise

$8 - $12  $25

Mon, Aug 05 | Mon, Aug 12 and 1 more

The Mystic Blue - Chicago, IL

The weekend may be over, but the party doesn’t have to stop. Head to Navy Pier after...

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Now & Then

$25  $50

Wed, Jul 31 | Thu, Aug 01 and 12 more

Pride Arts Center - Chicago, IL

Some romances are so grand that it takes six actors and 18 original songs to tell the full...

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Comedian Larry Reeb

$12.50  $25

Thu, Aug 22 | Fri, Aug 23 and 1 more

Zanies - Rosemont - Rosemont, IL

Known affectionately as “Uncle Lar’,” Larry Reeb is the wisecracking,...

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Pimprov

$7.50  $15

Fri, Aug 02 | Fri, Aug 09 and 3 more

CIC Theater - Chicago, IL

It’s not hard out here for a Pimprov at Chicago’s Chemically Imbalanced...

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Back in the Day

$17.50  $35

Thu, Aug 01 | Fri, Aug 02 and 1 more

Chopin Theatre - Chicago, IL

This House Music dancesical follows the Northside Chicago dance crew, The All Stars and...

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2019 Chicago Mimosa Crawl

$10  $20

Sat, Aug 24

Moe's Cantina River North - Chicago, IL

Start your day with the warm sun shining, a smile on your face, and a mimosa in hand!...

Chicago Riverwalk Tour With Chocolate, Drinks and Food

$20 - $35  $85

Good Any Sunday Through October 3, 2019 at 4:00pm (Reserve in Advance)

American Walks - Daley Center - Chicago, IL

Winding through the Chicago Loop, the Chicago River has been an integral part of the growth...

The Signature Show

$21  $42

Sun, Aug 04 | Sun, Aug 11 and 7 more

Chicago Magic Lounge - Chicago, IL

Sunday nights are now featuring The Signature Show, the show that created the venue. An...

Chocolate, Cupcakes & Sweets Tour

$20 - $25  $50

Good for Any Saturday or Sunday at 1:00pm Through October 3, 2019 (Reserve in Advance)

Water Tower Place - Chicago, IL

Mmm, chocolate truffle bars, gourmet cupcakes and handmade gelato — is your mouth...

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Tuesday Late Night Stand-Up Comedy

COMP  $10

Tue, Jul 30 | Tue, Aug 06 and 3 more

Laugh Factory Chicago - Chicago, IL

We have searched the entire city of Chicago and have compiled the greatest lineup of stand...

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Late Night Booze Cruises With Included Buffet

$20 - $35  $50

Sat, Aug 24 | Sat, Aug 31 and 1 more

Yacht Party Chicago at Navy Pier - Chicago, IL

Take your night out onto the water aboard a luxury yacht. Soak up the sparkling lights of...

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Winter’s Jazz Club

$7.50 - $12.50  $15 - $25

Tue, Jul 30 | Tue, Jul 30 and 56 more

Winter's Jazz Club - Chicago, IL

As Wynton Marsalis put it, “Jazz music is America’s past and its potential,...

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Minefaire

$31.99 - $89.99  Hot Ticket

Sat, Sep 21 | Sat, Sep 21 and 2 more

Schaumburg Convention Center - Schaumburg, IL

Delve into the blocky world of Minecraft, the worldwide video game phenomenon, as Minefaire...

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SinZation Male Revue

$21  $42

Sat, Aug 03 | Sat, Aug 10 and 20 more

The Apartment - Chicago, IL

Founded in 2004, Sinzation was created to provide a show in Chicago that wasn’t targeted at...

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Burlesque is More

$12  $24

Sat, Aug 03 | Sat, Aug 10 and 7 more

The Annoyance Theatre & Bar - Chicago, IL

The ladies of the Annoyance are back again in a remount of the show that’s the perfect mix...

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Felt

COMP  $8

Wed, Jul 31 | Wed, Aug 07 and 19 more

iO Theater - Chicago, IL

You may have seen an improv show, and you may have seen a puppet show, but have you ever...

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Fudge

$6  $12

Tue, Jul 30

iO Theater - Chicago, IL

Fudge is an evening of comedy and music brought to you by the independent improv team...

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Renée Taylor's My Life on a Diet

$27.50 - $31  $55 - $62

Tue, Jul 30 | Wed, Jul 31 and 1 more

North Shore Center for the Performing Arts - Skokie, IL

Although she’s had an impressive fifty-year career with Emmy wins and Oscar nominations,...

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City Winery Chicago

$5 - $27.50  $10 - $55

Tue, Jul 30 | Wed, Jul 31 and 11 more

City Winery Chicago - Chicago, IL

City Winery is a truly unique facility, combining a fully functioning winery with intimate...

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Selfie Schtick: A Comedy of Social Media

$10  $20

Fri, Aug 02 | Fri, Aug 02 and 8 more

Laugh Out Loud Theater - Schaumburg - Schaumburg, IL

Swipe left or swipe right? Cat filter or gender-switch filter? What the duck, auto correct?! ...

Signature Scent Class

$20 - $30  $60

Any Available Date Through December 27, 2019

Aroma Workshop - Chicago, IL

Aroma Workshop’s crack team of olfactory authorities leads you through the process of...

Chicago’s Haunted History & Ghost Tour

$10 - $12.50  $25

Good for Any Available Saturday or Sunday at 7:00pm Through October 3, 2019 (Reserve in Advance)

American Walks - Clark Street Bridge - Chicago, IL

The tour starts off at the beloved Garrett’s popcorn. Guests will receive a treat bag...

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THE NASTY SHOW Standup Comedy at Laugh Factory Chicago

FREE  COMP

Sat, Aug 03 | Sat, Aug 10 and 3 more

Laugh Factory - Chicago, IL

This ain’t your grandma’s stand up. Forget about cute puns and adorable...

Beer, Bacon and Wine Walk

$40 - $50  $100

Good for Any Wednesday or Sunday Through October 3, 2019 at 4:00pm (Reserve in Advance)

American Walks - Winter Beer, Bacon and Wine Walk - Chicago, IL

Did someone say beer, wine and bacon? Yes, please! Explore the trendy River North...

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Late Nite Catechism

$15.50  $31

Sat, Aug 03 | Sun, Aug 04 and 12 more

Royal George Theatre - Chicago, IL

You’ll be biting your nails like you’re back in school at Late Night Catechism....

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Hitch*Cocktails

$10  $20

Fri, Aug 02 | Fri, Aug 09 and 3 more

The Annoyance Theatre & Bar - Chicago, IL

It all starts off with an audience suggestion in the improv play Hitch*Cocktails, where...

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Wine Fest on the Beach

$20 - $35  $50

Fri, Sep 13

Shore Club - Chicago, IL

Raise a toast to another Windy City summer with a wine-tasting event at Lake Shore...

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The Hunchback of Notre Dame

$24.50 - $34.50  $49 - $69

Sat, Aug 17 | Sun, Aug 18 and 4 more

Cahn Auditorium - Evanston, IL

Victor Hugo’s epic tale of a captive bell-ringer and the woman he loves comes to the...

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Fifty Shades of Men

$15  $30

Fri, Aug 23

Stereo Nightclub - Chicago, IL

Rev up your girls’ night out or make your best friend’s bachelorette party a...

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Blue Man Group Chicago

$39.75  $91.65

Fri, Aug 02 | Sun, Aug 11 and 4 more

Briar Street Theatre - Chicago, IL

Who’d have guessed that a group of silent bald blue men would become some of...

Sweet Chicago Dessert Walk

$20 - $25  $50

Good for Any Sunday @ 11:00am or Thursday @ 6:00pm Tour Through October 3, 2019 (Reserve in Advance)

American Walks - Daley Center - Chicago, IL

Indulge your sweet tooth with fresh baked pastries, specialty coffees and hot chocolate,...

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Monday Night Sunset Happy Hour Cruise

$8 - $20  $25

Mon, Aug 05 | Mon, Aug 12

Chicago Cruise Events at DuSable Harbor - Chicago, IL

There aren’t many cities more beautiful than Chicago in the summer, and on this...

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Fire & Beer

$6  $12

Sat, Aug 03 | Sat, Aug 10 and 11 more

The Annoyance Theatre & Bar - Chicago, IL

You never know what to expect at an improv comedy show. That’s because every joke,...

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Casa Valentina

COMP - $20  $20 - $40

Thu, Aug 22 | Fri, Aug 23 and 23 more

Pride Arts Center: Broadway Stage - Chicago, IL

Casa Valentina is set in 1962, in an inconspicuous bungalow colony in New York’s Catskill...

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The Penis Talk Show

$18  $25

Mon, Aug 26 | Tue, Aug 27

The Buena at Pride Arts Center - Chicago, IL

Cue jokes about getting a “rise” out of the audience … The Penis Talk Show...

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A Kind of Love Story

$20  $40

Thu, Aug 01 | Fri, Aug 02 and 10 more

Oil Lamp Theater - Glenview, IL

This hilarious and heartfelt play both skewers and pays homage to the romantic comedy...

Chicago Artisan Market

COMP - $15  $8 - $25

Sun, Sep 22

Morgan MFG - Chicago, IL

The artisanal movement is all about authenticity and hand craftsmanship, and producing...

Santa’s Village

$18.99  $26.99

Good For Any Day Between April 27th - October 27th, 2019

Santa's Village Azoosment Park - East Dundee, IL

Santa’s Village in East Dundee has all the fun you can handle: tons of cool rides,...

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Gladys Knight

$30  $72.11

Sat, Aug 10

The Chicago Theatre - Chicago, IL

Legendary soul singer Gladys Knight has proven herself to be one of the greatest and most...

Sunday Night Standup Comedy at Laugh Factory

FREE  COMP

Sun, Aug 04

Laugh Factory - Chicago, IL

FREE ENTRY TO STANDUP COMEDY SHOW WITH EVENTBRITE RSVP! Late entry subject to $10 fee. We...

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Drink, Date, Laugh Standup Comedy Dating Show Laugh Factory Chicago

COMP  $17

Fri, Aug 02 | Fri, Aug 16 and 2 more

Laugh Factory Chicago - Chicago, IL

FREE ENTRY WITH EVENTBRITE RESERVATION *$10 FEE FOR LATE ENTRY* Drink Date Laugh is a...

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Thursday Night Sunset & Happy Hour Cruise

COMP - $20  $25

Thu, Aug 08

Chicago Cruise Events at DuSable Harbor - Chicago, IL

The weekend is almost here, so you might as well start partying… Celebrate with a...

KIDZ BOP World Tour 2019

$20  $35.41

Sun, Aug 25

Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre - Tinley Park, IL

Rocking an all-new show for 2019, KIDZ BOP is back with their latest summer concert...

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The Part Dog Show

$5  $10

Thu, Aug 01 | Thu, Aug 08 and 3 more

Laugh Out Loud Chicago - Chicago, IL

A fully improvised, unscripted, unrehearsed dramatic play worthy of the highest stages in...

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The Wizard of Oz

$18 - $29  $24 - $38

Wed, Jul 31 | Thu, Aug 01 and 16 more

Chicago Shakespeare Theater - at the Courtyard... - Chicago, IL

Take an unforgettable, 75-minute journey down the Yellow Brick Road to the magical land of...

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The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show — Chicago

$69.95  $96.75

Sat, Aug 10 | Sat, Aug 24

Hilton Garden Inn - Chicago - Chicago, IL

Named the best show of its kind in Los Angeles and Denver for four years running, The...

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Miracle: A Musical 108 Years in the Making

$34 - $44  $59 - $69

Wed, Jul 31 | Thu, Aug 01 and 19 more

Royal George Theatre - Chicago, IL

Remember way back in 2016, when Cubs fans who’d been bleeding blue for generations...

Mobster & Crime Tour

$10 - $12.50  $25

Good for Any Available Friday or Saturday Through October 3, 2019 at 7:00pm (Reserve in Advance)

American Walks - Clark Street Bridge - Chicago, IL

Take a spooky stroll through the once-rough downtown Chicago streets during this Mobster...

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Fifty Shades Ladies Night Male Revue

$15  $30

Fri, Oct 18

Stereo Nightclub - Chicago, IL

Rev up your girls’ night out, give your BFF a bachelorette party or birthday...

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Tuesday Night Sunset & Happy Hour Cruise

$10 - $20  $25

Tue, Aug 06

Chicago Cruise Events at DuSable Harbor - Chicago, IL

Work week got you down already? Take a break with a Tuesday night happy-hour cruise aboard...

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Rock the Yacht: Midnight Halloween Yacht Party

$15  $30

Fri, Oct 25

Odyssey Lake Michigan - Chicago, IL

Spend your Halloween weekend on Lake Michigan, living it up on a yacht, draped in your...

Booze Cruises On Lake Michigan and Chicago River

$20  $50

Sun, Aug 11

Anita Dee I Yacht at DuSable Harbor - Chicago, IL

Yacht Party Chicago invites you to set sail aboard the Anita Dee I on Lake Michigan at...

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Comedian Chris Hardwick

$16.50  $33

Fri, Sep 13

Chicago Improv of Schaumburg - Schaumburg, IL

Chris Hardwick is a comedian, actor, TV host, author, writer, producer and podcaster whose...

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Comedian Pablo Rodriguez

$7.50  $15

Thu, Aug 15

Chicago Improv of Schaumburg - Schaumburg, IL

A staple of the local stand-up scene, Pablo Rodriguez returns to the Chicago Improv stage...

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Sean Masterson – Timeless Magic

$17.50  $35

Wed, Jul 31 | Wed, Aug 07 and 8 more

Chicago Magic Lounge - Chicago, IL

Sean Masterson’s Timeless Magic is a magic show interwoven with the story of the souvenir...

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Comedian Harland Williams

$12  $24

Thu, Oct 10 | Fri, Oct 11 and 1 more

Chicago Improv of Schaumburg - Schaumburg, IL

Quirky Canadian Harland Williams left behind a career as a forest ranger to try stand-up...

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The Taco Crawl Chicago

$10  $20

Sat, Aug 10

Moe's Cantina River North - River North's Best... - Chicago, IL

When it’s summer in the Windy City, what’s better than a Saturday bar crawl? Why, a...

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Lara Fabian

$89  $176.50

Wed, Sep 18

The Chicago Theatre - Chicago, IL

Award-winning global pop star Lara Fabian returns to the U.S. with her 50 World Tour in...

Any Chicago Neighborhood Food Tour

$18 - $25  $60

Any Available Tuesday at 7:00pm, Saturday or Sunday at 1:00pm Through October 3, 2019 (Reserve in Advance)

American Walks - Daley Center - Chicago, IL

Choose from one of five neighborhood food tours with more neighborhoods to be added in...

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Welcome to the NRA

$7  $14

Wed, Jul 31

The Annoyance Theatre & Bar - Chicago, IL

Welcome to the NRA: A Musical ’Bout Guns traces the Association from their post-Civil...

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94.7 WLS Attack of the ’80s With Lost ’80s Live

$19.85  $54.25

Thu, Aug 08

Aragon Ballroom - Chicago, IL

Pull your leg warmers up high and make sure your hair is even higher, because 94.7 WLS is...

Chicago Navy Pier Food Tour

$20 - $25  $60

Good for Any Saturday or Sunday Through October 3, 2019 @ 1:00pm (Reserve in Advance)

Navy Pier - Chicago, IL

The “Navy Pier Food Walk” is a food tour showcasing some of Chicago’s...

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The Addams Family

$19.75  $39.50

Fri, Sep 27 | Sat, Sep 28 and 12 more

Raue Center for the Arts - Crystal Lake, IL

Family. What doesn’t electrocute you makes you stronger. In the kooky, upside-down world of...

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Laugh Out Loud Improv Schaumburg

$10  $20

Sat, Aug 10 | Sat, Aug 10 and 6 more

Laugh Out Loud Theater - Schaumburg - Schaumburg, IL

The show is guaranteed to be hilarious and new every time Laugh Out Loud Theater performs We...

Louder Than Words: Rock, Power & Politics

$8 - $9  $14 - $18

Any Available Date From August 1-25, 2019

Museum of Broadcast Communications - Chicago, IL

The Epiphone that Lennon used on “Revolution,” Dylan’s handwritten lyrics...

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Comic Alonzo Bodden

$11  $22

Fri, Aug 09 | Fri, Aug 09 and 3 more

Chicago Improv of Schaumburg - Schaumburg, IL

Join Alonzo Bodden for an evening of, as he puts it, “cynically good-natured”...

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The Music Man

$36.50 - $52  $73 - $104

Wed, Jul 31 | Thu, Aug 01

Goodman Theatre - The Albert - Chicago, IL

Coming to Chicago’s Goodman Theatre for Independence Week, the All-American classic Th...

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Head Over Heels: The Musical

$18 - $28  $40

Wed, Jul 31 | Thu, Aug 01 and 18 more

Theater Wit - Chicago, IL

Head Over Heels is the fearlessly fresh new musical comedy from music legends The...

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Diamond Lil & The Pansy Craze

$12.50  $25

Sat, Aug 10 | Thu, Aug 15 and 2 more

Berger Park - Coach House - Chicago, IL

We first took you to Rush street with At Mister Kelly’s of the 1950s/60s. Three Cat...

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Beyond Therapy

$10 - $17.50  $35

Thu, Aug 01 | Fri, Aug 02 and 10 more

Athenaeum Theatre Studio Three - Chicago, IL

The 2019 Christopher Durang Season continues with his wry farcical hit, Beyond Therapy....

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Magic Mike XXL

$12.50 - $25  $25 - $50

Wed, Aug 21

The Forge - Joliet, IL

Magic Mike XXL is the first live stage production to bring the phenomenon of Magic Mike,...

Chicago Architecture Tour

$10 - $12.50  $25

Any Available Saturday at 11:00am Through September 11, 2019 (Reserve in Advance)

American Walks - Clark Street Bridge - Chicago, IL

Take a journey through the stunning streets of downtown Chicago with an expert tour guide,...

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A Christmas Carol

$35 - $80  Pre-Sale

Sat, Nov 16 | Sat, Nov 16 and 13 more

Goodman Theatre - The Albert - Chicago, IL

Now a beloved Chicago tradition celebrating its 40th anniversary, The Goodman Theatre...

Neighborhood Wine Walk

$40 - $60  $120

Good Any Sunday at 2:00pm Through September 11, 2019 (Reserve in Advance)

American Walks - Daley Center - Chicago, IL

Go on a wine tasting adventure through one of Chicago’s many trendy neighborhoods....

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Sidewalk Food Tours of Chicago: River North

$42  $60

Fri, Aug 02 | Sat, Aug 03 and 34 more

River North - Chicago, IL

Besides Cubs vs. Sox, Chicagoans passionately debate two other controversies: who makes the...

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EbonyEssenceJet at Steppenwolf Theatre

$10  $20

Fri, Aug 09 | Sat, Aug 10

1700 Theatre - Chicago, IL

EbonyEssenceJet brings their signature mix of improv, stand-up, solo characters, topical...

Chicago Pizza & Beer Tour

$34 - $42.50  $100

Good Any Sat or Sun at 2:00pm Through October 3, 2019 (Reserve in Advance)

American Walks - Daley Center - Chicago, IL

Explore the trendy River North neighborhood while discovering some of Chicago’s best...

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Chicago Sky Basketball

COMP - $30  $21 - $45

Wed, Aug 07 | Fri, Aug 16 and 3 more

Wintrust Arena - Chicago, IL

Bring your family and friends out for a world-class basketball experience at the Wintrust...

K1 Speed

$17 - $38  $30 - $58

Good Monday-Friday From June 1-August 31, 2019 At All Locations

Any K1 Speed Location Nationwide - K1 Speed, USA

K1 Speed’s nationwide indoor go-kart racing lets you race your friends, family,...

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The Magic Parlour

$49 - $69  $79 - $109

Fri, Aug 02 | Sat, Aug 03 and 21 more

Palmer House Hilton - Chicago, IL

An evening of classic close-up magic, The Magic Parlour features award-winning,...

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Shark Tank: The Musical

$9 - $12  $18 - $24

Sat, Aug 03 | Sat, Aug 10

The Annoyance Theatre & Bar - Chicago, IL

Ever watch the TV show Shark Tank and think “That show would make a great musical!” Well,...

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Batch Mirror Sketch Comedy

$5  $10

Thu, Aug 01 | Thu, Aug 08

The Cornservatory - Chicago, IL

Comedy ensemble Windy Batch is excited to bring you Batch Mirror, an original sketch comedy...

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Dave Rudolf: The Music of Paul Simon and Cat Stevens

$12.50  $25

Fri, Aug 02

Skokie Theatre - Skokie, IL

Join Dave Rudolf and his band for a night of Cat Stevens and Paul Simon. Hear some of your...

Nelly & TLC

$20 - $55  $37.44 - $78.43

Sun, Aug 18

Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre - Tinley Park, IL

Nelly knows how to get the party started, and TLC will keep it going, when the two...

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CATS

$23 - $65  $43 - $85

Tue, Jul 30 | Wed, Jul 31 and 1 more

James M. Nederlander Theatre - Chicago, IL

CATS, the record-breaking musical spectacular by Andrew Lloyd Webber, sweeps across the...

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USA Today Wine & Food Experience

$32.50  $65

Sat, Nov 16

The United Club at Soldier Field - Chicago, IL

Join your fellow foodies at the United Club at Soldier Field for the USA Today Wine &...

Rock the Yacht: All White Midnight Party

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Spirit of Chicago - Chicago, IL

Enjoy a night of breathtaking views, refreshing drinks and a fun and lively atmosphere on...

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Darling Grenadine

$30  $50 - $60

Wed, Jul 31 | Wed, Jul 31 and 20 more

Marriott Theatre - Lincolnshire, IL

Harry is a charming songwriter whose fanciful view of the world rivals the Technicolor of...

Nite Brunch: A Variety Show

COMP  $10

Sun, Aug 04 | Sun, Aug 18 and 1 more

The Playground Theater - Chicago, IL

Nite Brunch makes up a fresh comic musical on the spot every week. The hilarious and...

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Comedian Taylor Tomlinson

$11  $22

Fri, Nov 01 | Fri, Nov 01 and 3 more

Chicago Improv of Schaumburg - Schaumburg, IL

Taylor Tomlinson started doing stand up comedy at just sixteen years old, when she realized...

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The Armando Diaz Theatrical Experience Movement and Hootenany

$6  $12

Mon, Aug 05 | Mon, Aug 12 and 20 more

iO Theater - Chicago, IL

Chicago has long been known as a hotbed for creating comedy stars, and one of the main...

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Teatro ZinZanni: Love, Chaos & Dinner

$89  $124

Wed, Jul 31 | Thu, Aug 01

Spiegeltent ZaZou - Cambria Hotel Chicago Loop - Chicago, IL

Teatro ZinZanni is a whirlwind of international cirque, comedy and cabaret served with a...

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The Spitfire Grill

$14.50 - $29  $29 - $39

Thu, Aug 01 | Fri, Aug 02 and 10 more

Stage 773 - Chicago, IL

When you’re fresh out of prison, getting hired as a waitress in a small-town grille...

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True West

$28 - $41  $56 - $82

Wed, Jul 31 | Wed, Jul 31 and 10 more

Steppenwolf Downstairs Theatre - Chicago, IL

Explore the seedy underbelly of the American dream during Sam Shepard’s True West. Pitting...

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Tempel Lipizzans

$15  $30

Wed, Jul 31 | Sun, Aug 11 and 3 more

Tempel Farms - Old Mill Creek, IL

Witness art and history come to life at one of our summer performances. From the playful...

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Comedian Dr. Bill Miller

COMP - $12.50  $25

Wed, Jul 31 | Thu, Aug 01 and 1 more

Zanies - Rosemont - Rosemont, IL

Laughter is the best medicine! After growing up in Los Angeles and graduating from UCLA,...

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Happy Hour Chasers Tasting

$12  $20

Wed, Jul 31

Nita's Gumbo - Country Club Hills, IL

Taste the Chase. You’ll get a choice of flavored Long Island Teas (strawberry, green...

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Women of 4G

$5 - $14  $10 - $28

Thu, Aug 01 | Fri, Aug 02 and 7 more

The Factory Theater - Chicago, IL

Seventy-five years in the future, an all-female crew and their male captain depart on what...

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Kool Keith

$9  $18

Thu, Aug 01

The Promontory - Chicago, IL

Founder of Bronx-based Ultramagnetic MCs, Kool Keith is live at The Promontory. Take a trip...

 

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