Arts & Culture in Chicago, IL

Friday, Nov 13

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Navy Pier

Enjoy a festive performance of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night’s Dream, a delightful treat for families this holiday season.

Friday, Nov 13

Trickery Chicago Magic Show

Trickery

Experience Chicago's most entertaining magic show at Trickery. A fun night for all ages.

Friday, Nov 13

Transcendent Frequencies: A Queer & Trans Electronic Open Mic Night

Nabala Cafe

Celebrate creativity at the Queer & Trans Electronic Open Mic Night at Nabala Cafe. A welcoming space for diverse voices.

Friday, Nov 13

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Snow Dragon Shavery

Enjoy Shakespeare's magical romantic comedy, perfect for the holiday season and family entertainment.

Friday, Nov 13

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Navy Pier - Rooftop Terrace

Enjoy Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Navy Pier, a delightful family-friendly performance this holiday season.

Friday, Nov 13

Raks Inferno: Cirque Burlesque

The Newport Theater

Experience a unique burlesque circus show at The Newport Theater. Ideal for fans of arts and culture.

Friday, Nov 13

Trickery Chicago Magic Show

Trickery

Chicago's most entertaining magic show awaits you at Trickery. A fun night for all ages.

Friday, Nov 13

Fresh Faces

Hydrate Nightclub

Support emerging drag artists at Fresh Faces, a weekly competition and showcase at Hydrate Nightclub in Chicago.

Friday, Nov 13

How You Remind Me! The cringe-rousing genre of divorced dad rock

The Newport Theater

Experience a burlesque and variety show that humorously explores the genre of divorced dad rock.

Saturday, Nov 14

Art Popup TBA

Nabala Cafe

Explore local art at the upcoming Art Popup at Nabala Cafe. A great event for art enthusiasts and community members.

Saturday, Nov 14

Abstractly African Art Exhibition

Nabala Cafe

Explore an upcoming art exhibition at Nabala Cafe. Ideal for art enthusiasts and community members.

Saturday, Nov 14

Queen for the Night: Patron Turnabout Show

Charlie's Chicago

Participate in Charlie's Queen for the Night drag show. A fun night for the LGBTQ+ community and allies.

Saturday, Nov 14

Slightly Spooky Movies at the Pier

Navy Pier

Enjoy free indoor movies at Navy Pier's Crystal Gardens featuring family-friendly films on October 17, 24, and 31. Great for families and movie lovers.

Saturday, Nov 14

420 Frankenstein

The Second City Training Center

Experience a unique twist on Mary Shelley's classic with 420 Frankenstein at The Second City Training Center.

Saturday, Nov 14

Trickery Chicago Magic Show

Trickery

Experience the most entertaining magic show in Chicago at Trickery. A fun night for magic enthusiasts and families.

Saturday, Nov 14

420 Frankenstein

The Second City

Experience a unique twist on Mary Shelley's classic with 420 Frankenstein at The Second City.

Saturday, Nov 14

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Navy Pier

Experience Shakespeare's magical comedy, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, perfect for families this holiday season.

Saturday, Nov 14

The Winter’s Tale

Navy Pier - Rooftop Terrace

Experience Shakespeare's The Winter's Tale at Navy Pier. A timeless romance for theater lovers.

Saturday, Nov 14

Newport Peek-Easy: Burlesque, Drag, and Variety Show

The Newport Theater

Enjoy a weekly cabaret show featuring burlesque, drag, and variety acts. Perfect for fans of arts and culture.

Saturday, Nov 14

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Navy Pier - Rooftop Terrace

Enjoy Shakespeare’s magical romantic comedy, perfect for families during the holiday season.

Saturday, Nov 14

The Winter’s Tale

Snow Dragon Shavery

Experience Shakespeare's timeless romance, The Winter's Tale, in a unique setting at Snow Dragon Shavery.

Saturday, Nov 14

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Snow Dragon Shavery

Enjoy Shakespeare’s magical comedy, A Midsummer Night's Dream, at Snow Dragon Shavery. A family-friendly performance.

Saturday, Nov 14

The Winter’s Tale

Navy Pier

Experience Shakespeare's The Winter's Tale at Navy Pier. A timeless romance for theater lovers.

Saturday, Nov 14

Sounds of Solidarity - a Venezuela Benefit with DSA

Nabala Cafe

Join us for a benefit concert at Nabala Cafe supporting the DSA Venezuela Relief Fund. Enjoy live music from local artists.

Saturday, Nov 14

Trickery Chicago Magic Show

Trickery

Experience the most entertaining magic show in Chicago at Trickery. A fun night for magic enthusiasts and families.

Saturday, Nov 14

Baby Wants Candy

The Second City Training Center

Catch the improvised musical Baby Wants Candy, a unique comedy experience. Perfect for fans of improv.

Saturday, Nov 14

Baby Wants Candy

The Second City

Enjoy a fully improvised musical performance by Baby Wants Candy at The Second City. Great for fans of comedy and musicals.

Saturday, Nov 14

Baby Wants Candy

UP Comedy Club

<p>Baby Wants Candy is a completely improvised, full band musical! Having performed over 3,000 improvised musicals to thousands of fans from Chicago to New York to Singapore to Scotland, this group not only performs in Chicago, New York, and LA but also tours internationally, including multiple sold-out runs at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival!</p> <p>BWC cast &amp; alumni include Aidy Bryant (Saturday Night Live), Jack McBrayer (30 Rock), Peter Gwinn (Colbert Report), Thomas Middleditch (HBO’s Silicon Valley), Lauren Conlan Adams (Kimmy Schmidt), Jessica McKenna (Party Over Here), Nicole Parker (Elephaba in Wickedon Broadway) and many more. Hailed as “Critic’s Pick” from the New York Times and “Best Improv Ensemble” from the Chicago Magazine, this is one improv show you don’t want to miss!</p>

Saturday, Nov 14

Draglicious Drag Revue

Hydrate Nightclub

Experience a night of glitz and glamour with the Draglicious Drag Revue at Hydrate.

Saturday, Nov 14

In My Feels presents: Wanderlust

The Newport Theater

Join Ms. Jeff for a burlesque and cabaret show exploring emotions. A unique experience for arts lovers.