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Events in Chicago, IL

1,904 upcoming events in Chicago, IL, including 1,038 concerts, 364 sports events, 190 theatre shows, and 144 experiences. The busiest venues are Symphony Center-IL, United Center, and Symphony Center. Next up: Balloon Museum | EmotionAir - Art You Can Feel - Chicago on Tue, Oct 20, 2026.
Upcoming events
1,904
This weekend
118
Venues
110
Population
2,746,388
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About Chicago

Chicago is the most populous city in the U.S. state of Illinois and in the Midwestern United States. Located on the western shore of Lake Michigan, it is the third-most populous city in the United States and the fifth-most populous city in North America, with a population of 2.74 million at the 2020 census. The Chicago metropolitan area has approximately 9.62 million residents according to the 2020 census and is the third-largest metropolitan statistical area in the country and part of the fourth-largest combined statistical area in the United States, spanning 19 counties in three states and with a population of nearly 10 million. Chicago is the county seat of Cook County, the second-most populous county in the U.S.

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Oct 23 – 25

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Frequently asked questions

What's on in Chicago this weekend?

There are 118 events in Chicago, IL this weekend (Oct 23 – 25). See the weekend list for concerts, sports and shows.

Are there any events in Chicago today?

Yes, 17 events in Chicago, IL today.

What are the busiest venues in Chicago?

By number of upcoming events: Symphony Center-IL (130), United Center (111), Symphony Center (104), Empty Bottle (64), and Thalia Hall (63).

How many concerts are coming to Chicago?

1,038 concerts listed in Chicago, IL, with face-value tickets from about $6.18.