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Congress Theater

Congress Theater – Music venue in Chicago, opened in 1926. No events are listed right now, but here is everything you need to know before you visit: how to get there, where to park, where to stay and where to eat nearby.

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About Congress Theater

The Congress Theater is a historic movie palace in the Logan Square neighborhood of Chicago. Fridstein and Company designed the building, which was constructed in 1925–1926 for the movie theater operator Lubliner and Trinz. It features ornate exterior and interior design work in a combination of the Classical Revival and Italian Renaissance styles. The theater was designated a Chicago Landmark on July 10, 2002, and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2017.

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Getting there

🚉 Public transport

  • CaliforniaMetro station480 m · 8 min walk
  • WesternMetro station590 m · 10 min walk

Distances are measured in a straight line from the venue; walking times are estimates. Wikidata (CC0)

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Congress Theater: FAQs

What's on at Congress Theater?

There are no upcoming events listed at Congress Theater right now.

Where is Congress Theater?

Congress Theater is located at 2135 N. Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647, Chicago.

How big is Congress Theater?

Congress Theater has a capacity of around 3,500.

What is the nearest station to Congress Theater?

The nearest station is California (Metro station), about 480 m from Congress Theater.

Which hotels are closest to Congress Theater?

The closest places to stay are Ray's Bucktown Bed and Breakfast (780 m) and The Hotel at Midtown (1.2 km).

When did Congress Theater open?

Congress Theater opened in 1926.