Enjoy Chicago's iconic skyline while absorbing the rhythms of live music at the weekly Skyline Sessions at Navy Pier's Wave Wall Performance platform. The shows run every Thursday and Friday evening through September 1, 2023. Listen to an eclectic range of music genres, including blues, … [Read more...] about Free Skyline Sessions at Navy Pier
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Jazz ‘N on The Steps
Take in the smooth rhythms of jazz during Summer evenings at the Jazz' N on The Steps free event on July 23, 2023, at St. Moses The Black Parish. Hosted by the Southside Jazz Coalition, this popular community concert features well know jazz vocalists and musicians performing on the steps of the … [Read more...] about Jazz ‘N on The Steps
Free Music Mondays at Beverly Art Center
Summer in Chicago means enjoying the beauty and non-stop cultural offerings of the city and that includes live concerts on the grassy courtyard of the Beverly Art Center. Enjoy free performances every week with Music Mondays at the Beverly Art Center through September 25, 2023. Grab a lawn chair … [Read more...] about Free Music Mondays at Beverly Art Center
Free Monthly Jazz Jam at 21c Museum Hotel
Groove to the rhythms of live jazz at the free monthly Jazz Jam Sessions at the 21c Museum Hotel in the River North neighborhood. The events will be featured on Tuesdays every month during the summer, with the first one kicking off on May 16, 2023. Jam sessions supply spaces for musicians to … [Read more...] about Free Monthly Jazz Jam at 21c Museum Hotel
Free Live Jazz Shows at Ritz-Carlton Chicago
Enjoy classic jazz tunes in the lobby of The Ritz-Carlton Chicago every Wednesday evening. Head to the Gold Coast and soak up the smooth style of vocalist Myles Hayes in the lobby's Torali Bar. Sip on cocktails and spirits while lounging in the elegant ambiance of the Ritz's 12th-floor … [Read more...] about Free Live Jazz Shows at Ritz-Carlton Chicago
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
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
Millennium Park Tribute to Curtis Mayfield
Chicago honors our own legendary singer-songwriter, Curtis Mayfield with a Tribute to his Music and Legacy on September 10, 2022. Millennium Park hosts the event which also celebrates the 50th anniversary of the classic "Superfly" album. The line-up will include vocalists, DJs and vocalists … [Read more...] about Millennium Park Tribute to Curtis Mayfield
Lincoln Square Greek Fest
Celebrate the end of Summer at Chicago's longest-running festival of Greek culture, Lincon Square Greek Fest, from September 2-5, 2022. Experience the joys of Greek culture in the Lincoln Square neighborhood. Enjoy Greek delicacies like gyros, souvlaki, saganaki and … [Read more...] about Lincoln Square Greek Fest
Noche Caribena at Navy Pier
Celebrate the spirit of Puerto Rican culture during Noche Caribena, (Caribbean night) an evening of free Puerto Rican music and dance at Navy Pier's Polk Brothers stage, on August 13, 2022. Hosted by the Puerto Rican Arts Alliance , Noche Caribena features an array of traditional and … [Read more...] about Noche Caribena at Navy Pier