live music

Free Blues Concert at the Logan Center

Hear the rousing sounds of acclaimed blues musician Corey Harris and Appalachian multi-instrumentalist James Leva at "Blues Geographies", a live performance that connects African and Celtic music traditions on April 1, 2023, at the Logan Center. Discover the intersections of … [Read more...] about Free Blues Concert at the Logan Center

Free World Music Wednesday Concerts

The new season for World Music Wednesday has been announced! Every Wednesday, through March 29, 2023, at 8:00 pm, the Old Town School of Folk Music will host a free concert series, World Music Wednesdays, featuring musicians from all around the world, including Tunisia, Chile, Gambia, Argentina and … [Read more...] about Free World Music Wednesday Concerts

Navi Arts Festival at National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts

The rich traditions of Puerto Rican holiday celebrations come to life at the Navi Arts Festival at the National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture, November 19-20, 2022. Explore all the elements of a Puerto Rican Christmas, with food, live music, art workshops and hand-crafted gifts from … [Read more...] about Navi Arts Festival at National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts

Free Beethoven Concerts

Roosevelt University's conservatory chorus and orchestra will present free, all Beethoven concerts on December 8-9, 2022. Graduate students and alumni singers will join in this special performance of Beethoven's Mass. The uplifting program will include "Hallelujah" from Christ on The Mount … [Read more...] about Free Beethoven Concerts

B.A.D Waves Remix Comedy, Music and Art Show

Immerse yourself in a multi-layered arts experience at the B.A.D Waves Remix monthly showcase of art, live music and comedy, every first Friday of the month at Redline VR. Kick off the night by browsing the art gallery with cocktails, then get ready to dance to live music. Stand-up … [Read more...] about B.A.D Waves Remix Comedy, Music and Art Show

Free Chicago World Music Festival

The 22nd annual World Music Festival Chicago is a city-wide, multi-venue festival presenting over 30 artists and ensembles from 22 countries around the globe, through October 9, 2022. Dance to the rhythms and melodies of musicians from all over the world at a series of free concerts across the … [Read more...] about Free Chicago World Music Festival

Oktoberfestiversary

Dovetail Brewery and Begyle Brewing serve up their annual fall street festival with Oktoberfestiversary on October 8-9, 2022. Enjoy brews, live music and food in the Ravenswood neighborhood. Sip on special tappings from Beglye and Dovetail while muching on sausages, lobster rolls and … [Read more...] about Oktoberfestiversary

Chicago Live! at Navy Pier

Witness the excitement of Chicago's extensive performing arts scene during the Chicago Live! festival on September 24-25, 2022. Navy Pier will host free, non-stop performances every half hour during the two-day event. The breadth of Chicago's music, dance, theater and cultural performing … [Read more...] about Chicago Live! at Navy Pier

St. Alphonsus Oktoberfest Chicago

It's that time of year when Chicagoans welcome the autumn season with polka, lederhosen and lots and lots of beer. St. Alphonsus Church celebrates its 20th annual Oktoberfest Chicago with Bavarian food, live music and craft beer tasting on September 23-25, 2022. A vibrant part of Chicago's … [Read more...] about St. Alphonsus Oktoberfest Chicago

Puerto Rican Festival

The Humboldt Park neighborhood will celebrate 40 years of Puerto Rican history, culture and art with the annual Puerto Rican Festival on September 24-25, 2022. The two-day fest will fill Division Street with the sights and sounds of Puerto Rico. The music, dance, art and food of Puerto … [Read more...] about Puerto Rican Festival

Chicago House Music Festival and Conference

As the birthplace of house music, Chicago always celebrates and honors this influential art form. The Chicago House Music Festival and Conference will bring the music, history and culture of house music into focus on September 15-18, 2022. The free events will feature a performance of house music … [Read more...] about Chicago House Music Festival and Conference

Hyde Park Jazz Festival

Venues across the Hyde Park, Kenwood and Washington Park neighborhoods will come alive with live jazz during the annual Hyde Park Jazz Festival on September 24-25, 2022. Music lovers will enjoy 34 free performances of local, national and international artists at a varied assortment of … [Read more...] about Hyde Park Jazz Festival