Things to do in Chicago

Friday, Oct 2

Latina Comedy Festival Presents: Las Jefas Show* (Spanish/español)

The Lincoln Lodge

Enjoy a night of fierce Latina comedians at Las Jefas Show, delivering energy and laughter.

Friday, Oct 2

Latina Comedy Festival Presents: The Patronas Show

The Lincoln Lodge

Enjoy a night of charm and bold punchlines at The Patronas Show, featuring sharp comedians at The Lincoln Lodge.

Friday, Oct 2

Thursday Night Live Blues: Feat. Lil’ Ed Williams w/ Sumito Ariyoshi

Rosa's Lounge

Enjoy a night of live blues featuring Lil’ Ed Williams and Sumito Ariyoshi at Rosa's Lounge. Perfect for blues enthusiasts in Chicago.

Friday, Oct 2

Thursday Night Live Blues: Feat. Lil’ Ed Williams w/ Sumito Ariyoshi

Rosa's Lounge

Enjoy a night of live blues music featuring Lil’ Ed Williams at Rosa's Lounge. Perfect for blues enthusiasts and night owls.

Friday, Oct 2

1st Set With The Pamoja Project

Andy's Jazz Club & Restaurant

Join us for a night of jazz at Andy's Jazz Club & Restaurant. Perfect for jazz enthusiasts looking for live performances.

Friday, Oct 2

Latina Comedy Festival Presents: The Bebesitas Show

The Lincoln Lodge

Laugh along with sharp comedians at The Bebesitas Show during the Latina Comedy Festival at The Lincoln Lodge.

Saturday, Oct 3

Latina Comedy Festival Presents: The Bichotas Show

The Lincoln Lodge

Enjoy big laughs and bold comedy at The Bichotas Show during the Latina Comedy Festival in Chicago.

Saturday, Oct 3

Violet Ultra’s Le Voulez Boo

The Newport Theater

Join Trae Crowder for a night of comedy at Cap City Comedy Club. A great event for fans of stand-up humor.

Saturday, Oct 3

FRIDAY OCTOBER 2: DAUOOD NAIMYAR

The Comedy Bar

Enjoy laughs with headliner Dauood Naimyar at The Comedy Bar. A great night of comedy awaits in Streeterville.

Saturday, Oct 3

Bill Burr Live

The Chicago Theatre

Enjoy a night of comedy with Bill Burr at The Chicago Theatre. Ideal for fans of stand-up and live performances.

Saturday, Oct 3

Latina Comedy Festival Presents: Las Chismosas Show* (Spanish/español)

The Lincoln Lodge

Enjoy a comedy show performed entirely in Spanish, featuring talented comedians. Great for fans of diverse comedy.

Saturday, Oct 3

2nd Set With The Pamoja Project

Andy's Jazz Club & Restaurant

Join The Pamoja Project for their second set at Andy's Jazz Club in Chicago. A delightful evening for jazz lovers.

Saturday, Oct 3

Latina Comedy Festival Presents: The Queer AF Show

The Lincoln Lodge

Laugh with queer Latina comedians at The Queer AF Show during the Latina Comedy Festival in Chicago.

Saturday, Oct 3

Latina Comedy Festival Presents: The Buenotas Show

The Lincoln Lodge

Enjoy a night of bold laughs with confident comics at this comedy festival. Great for fans of diverse comedy.

Saturday, Oct 3

FRIDAY OCTOBER 2: CHICAGO'S BEST COMEDY SHOW

The Comedy Bar

Join Chicago's best comedians for a night of stand-up and pizza at The Comedy Bar. Enjoy nonstop laughs in Streeterville.

Saturday, Oct 3

LIL ED

Buddy Guy's Legends

Join LIL ED for a night of electrifying music at Buddy Guy's Legends. Perfect for blues and jazz fans.

Saturday, Oct 3

LowKey Funny Standup Comedy

Laugh Factory

Join us for a night of diverse stand-up comedy from local talents. Great for all comedy fans.

Saturday, Oct 3

Stephen Hull Experience

Rosa's Lounge

Join the Stephen Hull Experience for a night of blues and jazz at Rosa's Lounge in Chicago.

Saturday, Oct 3

BENDER

The Newport Theater

Join us for BENDER, an artistic exploration of gender and self at The Newport Theater. Perfect for those interested in diverse performances.

Saturday, Oct 3

Late Night Concert Series w/Thaddeus Tukes

Andy's Jazz Club & Restaurant

Enjoy a late night concert featuring Thaddeus Tukes at Andy's Jazz Club. A great event for jazz lovers.

Saturday, Oct 3

Stephen Hull Experience

Rosa's Lounge

Experience a late-night blues set with the Stephen Hull Experience at Rosa's Lounge in Chicago.

Saturday, Oct 3

Ohio State Buckeyes at Iowa Game Day

Woodie's Flat

Watch the Ohio State game at Woodie's Flat with drink specials. Perfect for sports fans.

Saturday, Oct 3

Michigan State Spartans Football at Wisconsin

Hopsmith Chicago

Join fellow fans at Hopsmith in Chicago for the Michigan State Spartans football game. A great atmosphere for sports enthusiasts.

Saturday, Oct 3

Standup Seminary // SATURDAYS // Oct 3-Nov 7

The Lincoln Lodge

Enroll in Standup Seminary for a foundation course in standup comedy. Ideal for new comedians.

Saturday, Oct 3

Fem Com // SATURDAYS // Oct 3-Nov 8

The Lincoln Lodge

Join Fem Com for a beginner's standup comedy course. A great opportunity for aspiring comedians.

Saturday, Oct 3

Latina Comedy Festival Presents: The Marathon Show

The Lincoln Lodge

Experience fast and funny comedy with tight 5-minute sets from various comics. Perfect for comedy lovers looking for a lively night out.

Saturday, Oct 3

Latina Comedy Festival Presents: The Mamacitas Show

The Lincoln Lodge

Enjoy a night of humor from Latina comedian moms sharing relatable stories and laughs. A must-see for fans of diverse comedy.

Saturday, Oct 3

Newport Theater Camp: Winter Act Development Courses

The Newport Theater

Join the Newport Theater Camp to learn and create a burlesque or cabaret act in Chicago.

Saturday, Oct 3

1st Set With The Pamoja Project

Andy's Jazz Club & Restaurant

Experience live jazz with The Pamoja Project at Andy's Jazz Club, perfect for jazz lovers.

Saturday, Oct 3

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.