Music & Concerts in Chicago
Stevie Wonder — Songs in the Key of Life Performances : November 21, 2026
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| Who / What | Stevie Wonder — Songs in the Key of Life Performances, celebrating the album’s 50th anniversary |
| When (Date) | November 21, 2026 |
| Where | United Center, 1901 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60612 |
| Start Time | 8:00 PM; gates 6:30 PM |
| Duration | Approximately 2–2.5 hours* |
| How Many Days | 1 day |
| From | November 21, 2026 |
| To | November 21, 2026 |
| Price | Ticket price varies by seat; check current Ticketmaster inventory |
| Website | United Center event page |
Dave Matthews Band — Fall Tour 2026 : Saturday, November 7, 2026
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| Who / What | Dave Matthews Band — Fall Tour 2026 |
| When (Date) | Saturday, November 7, 2026 |
| Where | United Center, 1901 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60612 |
| Start Time | 7:30 PM; gates 6:00 PM |
| Duration | Approximately 2.5–3 hours* |
| How Many Days | 1 day |
| From | November 7, 2026 |
| To | November 7, 2026 |
| Price | Varies by seat/package; check current ticket inventory |
| Website | United Center event page |
The Neighbourhood — with Nessa Barrett : Wednesday, November 18, 2026
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| Who / What | The Neighbourhood — with special guest Nessa Barrett |
| When (Date) | Wednesday, November 18, 2026 |
| Where | United Center, Chicago |
| Start Time | 7:30 PM |
| Duration | Approximately 2–2.5 hours* |
| How Many Days | 1 day |
| From | November 18, 2026 |
| To | November 18, 2026 |
| Price | Varies by seat; check current inventory |
| Website | United Center event calendar |
XG — XG WORLD TOUR: THE COR : Monday, November 9, 2026
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| Who / What | XG — XG WORLD TOUR: THE CORE |
| When (Date) | Monday, November 9, 2026 |
| Where | United Center, Chicago |
| Start Time | 8:00 PM |
| Duration | Approximately 2–2.5 hours* |
| How Many Days | 1 day |
| From | November 9, 2026 |
| To | November 9, 2026 |
| Price | Varies by ticket tier and seat |
| Website | United Center event calendar |
Stevie Wonder : Saturday, November 21, 2026
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| Who / What | Stevie Wonder — Songs in the Key of Life 50th Anniversary Tour |
| When (Date) | Saturday, November 21, 2026 |
| Where (Venue/Location) | United Center, 1901 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60612 |
| Start Time | 8:00 PM CT |
| Duration | 3 hours listed, including scheduled event window |
| How Many Days | 1 day |
| From | 8:00 PM CT |
| To | 11:00 PM CT |
| Price | From approximately $499 USD on the published premium listing; standard ticket prices may differ |
| Website | Event information — Choose Chicago |
John Summit — CTRL ESCAPE Arena Tour : Tuesday, November 24, 2026
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| Who / What | John Summit — CTRL ESCAPE Arena Tour |
| When (Date) | Tuesday, November 24, 2026 |
| Where (Venue/Location) | United Center, 1901 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60612 |
| Start Time | 7:00 PM CT |
| Duration | Approximately 3 hours, according to the published event window |
| How Many Days | 1 day |
| From | 7:00 PM CT |
| To | Approximately 10:00 PM CT |
| Price | Published listings have shown approximately $34.75–$309.90 USD; prices vary by seller and seat |
| Website | Event information — Choose Chicago |
Tyla — The A*POP World Tour : Sunday, November 22, 2026
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| Who / What | Tyla — The A*POP World Tour |
| When (Date) | Sunday, November 22, 2026 |
| Where (Venue/Location) | Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom, 1106 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60640 |
| Start Time | 6:30 PM CT |
| Duration | Not confirmed; allow approximately 2–3 hours |
| How Many Days | 1 day |
| From | 6:30 PM CT |
| To | Approximately 8:30–9:30 PM CT |
| Price | Check live ticket listings; a verified starting price was not available |
| Website | Ticketmaster — Chicago concert listings |
Food & Drink in Chicago
JBF Greens Chicago x All Well : Wednesday, December 2, 2026
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| Who / What | A five-course tasting experience featuring chefs Larry Feldmeier and Noah Sandoval, with food offerings and beverage pairings. |
| When (Date) | Wednesday, December 2, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | All Well, 111 N Carpenter St, Chicago, IL 60607 |
| Start Time | 5:00 PM |
| Duration | Exact duration not published; allow approximately 2–3 hours for a multi-course dinner. |
| How Many Days | 1 day |
| From | December 2, 2026 |
| To | December 2, 2026 |
| Price | $95 per person; the event listing says food, beverage pairings and gratuity are included. |
| Website | James Beard Foundation event page |
An Idiot’s Guide to Wine : Friday, December 18, 2026
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| Who / What | An Idiot’s Guide to Wine – Comedy show and wine tasting |
| When (Date) | Friday, December 18, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | Chop Shop, 2033 W North Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647 |
| Start Time | 6:00 PM or 9:00 PM |
| Duration | Approximately 70 minutes |
| How Many Days | 1 day |
| From | December 18, 2026 |
| To | December 18, 2026 |
| Price | From $68 + booking fees |
| Website | Chop Shop Official Website |
Iconic Foods of Chicago Food Tour : Oct. 3, 2026 – Jan. 10, 2027
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| Who / What | Iconic Foods of Chicago Food Tour — deep dish, Italian beef, Chicago popcorn, Chicago hot dog and a Chicago-style dessert |
| When (Date) | Oct. 3, 2026; recurring Saturdays through Jan. 10, 2027 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | Starts at Lou Malnati’s, 439 N. Wells St., Chicago |
| Start Time | 12:00 PM |
| Duration | 3 hours |
| How Many Days | 1 day per tour |
| From | 12:00 PM |
| To | 3:00 PM |
| Price | $85 ages 11+; $69 ages 6–10; under 5 free |
| Website | Chicago Food & City Tours |
Duck Sel : Friday, December 4 and Saturday, December 5, 2026
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| Who / What | A special multi-course dinner curated by chef Donald Young, with contemporary American cooking, seasonal ingredients and creative presentation. Choose a seven-course or 15-course seating. |
| When (Date) | Friday, December 4 and Saturday, December 5, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | Duck Sel’s private dining location in Chicago; the exact address is provided to guests before the experience. |
| Start Time | December 4: 7:00 PM (15 courses). December 5: 5:00 PM (7 courses) or 8:00 PM (15 courses). |
| Duration | Not specified in the event listing; allow several hours for the multi-course format. |
| How Many Days | 2 calendar days of seatings |
| From | December 4, 2026 |
| To | December 5, 2026 |
| Price | Varies by course format and seating; check the ticket page for current prices. |
| Website | Duck Sel events calendar |
Iconic Foods of Chicago Food Tour : Saturday, December 5, 2026
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| Who / What | A guided food tour featuring Chicago classics, including deep-dish pizza, an Italian beef sandwich, Chicago-style popcorn, a Chicago-style hot dog and a local dessert. |
| When (Date) | Saturday, December 5, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | Starts at Lou Malnati’s, 439 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60654; continues through the Streeterville and River North areas. |
| Start Time | 12:00 PM |
| Duration | 3 hours — scheduled 12:00–3:00 PM |
| How Many Days | 1 day; listed as a recurring Saturday tour. |
| From | December 5, 2026 |
| To | December 5, 2026 |
| Price | $85 for ages 11+; $69 for ages 6–10; children age 5 and under free. |
| Website | Choose Chicago event details |
A Christmas Carol Cocktail Experience : Friday, December 4 and Saturday, December 5, 2026
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| Who / What | A Christmas-themed cocktail experience inspired by A Christmas Carol, designed around festive drinks and an immersive holiday atmosphere. |
| When (Date) | Friday, December 4 and Saturday, December 5, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | Seven Star Venue, 2017 W Howard St, Chicago, IL 60645 |
| Start Time | Session times vary; select an available time on the booking page. |
| Duration | Check the selected session details at booking. |
| How Many Days | 2 days |
| From | December 4, 2026 |
| To | December 5, 2026 |
| Price | From $55 per person; final price depends on the ticket selected. |
| Website | Fever venue and event listing |
Festivals & Cultural Events in Chicago
One of a Kind Holiday Show : December 3–6, 2026
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| Who / What | A holiday marketplace featuring 600+ artists, designers, and makers selling original art, jewelry, ceramics, clothing, home décor, gourmet products, and handmade gifts. |
| When (Date) | December 3–6, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | The Mart, 7th floor, 222 Merchandise Mart Plaza, Chicago, IL 60654 |
| Start Time | Thursday–Saturday: 10:00 AM; Sunday: 10:00 AM. Closing is 7:00 PM Thursday–Saturday and 5:00 PM Sunday. |
| Duration | Up to 9 hours per day, depending on the date. |
| How Many Days | 4 days |
| From | December 3, 2026 |
| To | December 6, 2026 |
| Price | $15 admission, valid all four days. Children under 12 are free. Special bundles and activities cost extra. |
| Website | Official event website |
Black Harvest Film Festival : Nov. 6–15, 2026
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| Who / What | 32nd Black Harvest Film Festival — Chicago showcase of Black cinema from across the diaspora, with feature films, shorts, special programs and filmmaker events. |
| When (Date) | Nov. 6–15, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | Gene Siskel Film Center, 164 N. State St., Chicago |
| Start Time | Varies by film/program |
| Duration | 10 days |
| How Many Days | 10 days |
| From | Nov. 6, 2026 |
| To | Nov. 15, 2026 |
| Price | Varies by screening/special event; current programs are individually ticketed. |
| Website | Black Harvest Film Festival |
Wintrust Winter WonderFest at Navy Pier : November 27, 2026 – January 3, 2027
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| Who / What | Wintrust Winter WonderFest — indoor holiday festival |
| When (Date) | November 27, 2026 – January 3, 2027 |
| Where (Venue/Location) | Festival Hall, Navy Pier, 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611 |
| Start Time | 10:00 AM; closing time varies by date |
| Duration | Allow approximately 2–4 hours for a visit |
| How Many Days | 38 calendar days of the seasonal event, with varying daily hours and some closures |
| From | November 27, 2026 |
| To | January 3, 2027 |
| Price | $27 online when purchased at least 24 hours in advance; $32 closer to the visit or at the door |
| Website | Navy Pier official website |
ZooLights at Lincoln Park Zoo : November 21, 2026 – January 3, 2027
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| Who / What | ZooLights — holiday light festival |
| When (Date) | November 21, 2026 – January 3, 2027 |
| Where (Venue/Location) | Lincoln Park Zoo — 2001 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614 |
| Start Time | 4:30 PM CT |
| Duration | Approximately 1.5–2.5 hours per visit |
| How Many Days | 44 calendar days in the overall season; some dates are closed |
| From | Nov 21 |
| To | January 3, 2027 |
| Price | $7–$12 in advance, depending on date; $20 for same-day fixed-date tickets |
| Website | Lincoln Park Zoo official website |
Lightscape at Chicago Botanic Garden : November 21, 2026 – January 3, 2027
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| Who / What | Lightscape — seasonal illuminated art trail |
| When (Date) | November 21, 2026 – January 3, 2027, on select dates |
| Where (Venue/Location) | Chicago Botanic Garden — 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL 60022 |
| Start Time | Usually 4:30 PM CT; entry is timed |
| Duration | Approximately 1.5–2 hours |
| How Many Days | Multiple selected dates across the seasonal run |
| From | November 21, 2026 |
| To | January 3, 2027 |
| Price | Varies by date and entry time; some dates have tickets available for under $30, plus a $3 service fee on paid nonmember tickets |
| Website | Chicago Botanic Garden — Lightscape |
Joffrey Ballet — The Nutcracker : December 4–27, 2026
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| Who / What | The Joffrey Ballet presents Christopher Wheeldon’s reimagining of The Nutcracker, inspired by Chicago’s 1893 World’s Fair, with Tchaikovsky’s score. |
| When (Date) | December 4–27, 2026; multiple performances. |
| Where (Venue / Location) | Lyric Opera House, 20 N. Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60606. |
| Start Time | Varies by date; scheduled shows include 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM. |
| Duration | 2 hours. |
| How Many Days | 24 calendar days across the run; performances occur on selected dates. |
| From | December 4, 2026. |
| To | December 27, 2026. |
| Price | Varies by seating and performance; see the official ticket calendar. |
| Website | Joffrey Ballet — The Nutcracker |
Arts, Exhibitions & Shows in Chicago
One of a Kind Holiday Show : December 3–6, 2026
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| Who / What | A four-day holiday art and craft show featuring 600+ artists, designers, and makers selling original artwork, jewelry, ceramics, photography, fashion, sculpture, and handmade gifts. |
| When (Date) | December 3–6, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | THE MART, 7th floor, 222 W. Merchandise Mart Plaza, Chicago, IL 60654 |
| Start Time | December 3–5: 10 AM; December 6: 10 AM |
| Duration | Up to 9 hours per day, depending on the date |
| How Many Days | 4 days |
| From | December 3, 2026 |
| To | December 6, 2026 |
| Price | $15 admission, valid for all four days; children under 12 enter free |
| Website | Official One of a Kind Holiday Show |
George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker — Nevada Ballet Theatre : December 12–27, 2026
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| Who / What | George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker — classic holiday ballet with elaborate costumes, sets, and Tchaikovsky’s score |
| When (Date) | December 12–27, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | The Smith Center for the Performing Arts — Reynolds Hall, 361 Symphony Park Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89106 |
| Start Time | Varies by date. Published performances include 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM on selected dates. |
| Duration | Allow approximately 2 hours including intermission; confirm with the venue. |
| How Many Days | 16 calendar days in the performance run; each performance is a separate ticketed show. |
| From | December 12, 2026 |
| To | December 27, 2026 |
| Price | $42.95–$235.65, including fees; varies by seat and performance. |
| Website | Official Smith Center event page |
Blue Man Group — A New Holiday Surprise : November 24 – December 13, 2026
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| Who / What | Blue Man Group — A New Holiday Surprise |
| When (Date) | November 24 – December 13, 2026 |
| Where (Venue/Location) | Chicago Theatre District; confirm the exact venue on the official booking page before purchasing |
| Start Time | Varies by performance; check the calendar |
| Duration | Approximately 90 minutes, subject to confirmation |
| How Many Days | 20 calendar days in the scheduled run |
| From | November 24, 2026 |
| To | December 13, 2026 |
| Price | Varies by date and seat; check the official ticket page |
| Website | Broadway In Chicago |
The Winter’s Tale : Oct. 13–Dec. 12, 2026
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| Who / What | The Winter’s Tale — Shakespeare theatrical production |
| When (Date) | Oct. 13–Dec. 12, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | Chicago Shakespeare Theater, Navy Pier, 800 E Grand Ave, Chicago |
| Start Time | Multiple performances; generally 7:00 PM evenings and 1:00/2:00 PM matinees |
| Duration | Check performance listing; varies by production schedule |
| How Many Days | 61 calendar days in the run; performed in repertory |
| From | Oct. 13, 2026 |
| To | Dec. 12, 2026 |
| Price | Varies by seat/date; packages also available |
| Website | Chicago Shakespeare Theater |
A Christmas Carol — Goodman Theatre : December 16–31, 2026.
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| Who / What | Goodman Theatre’s annual production of A Christmas Carol, based on Charles Dickens’ classic holiday story. A theatrical production featuring actors, costumes, music, and stage effects. |
| When (Date) | December 16–31, 2026. |
| Where (Venue / Location) | Goodman Theatre — 170 N. Dearborn Street, Chicago, IL 60601. |
| Start Time | Varies by date. Evening performances and selected afternoon matinees. Check the calendar for exact times. |
| Duration | Approximately 2 hours, including intermission; confirm with the theater. |
| How Many Days | Multiple performances during the remaining holiday run. |
| From | November 13, 2026. |
| To | December 31, 2026. |
| Price | Varies by date and seating section. Check official ticket availability. |
| Website | Goodman Theatre official website |
Nikki Glaser: The Stunning Tour : Nov. 13–14, 2026
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| Who / What | Nikki Glaser: The Stunning Tour — live stand-up comedy |
| When (Date) | Nov. 13–14, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | The Chicago Theatre, 175 N State St, Chicago |
| Start Time | 7:00 PM both dates |
| Duration | Not specified on current listing |
| How Many Days | 2 days |
| From | Nov. 13, 2026 |
| To | Nov. 14, 2026 |
| Price | Varies by seat |
| Website | The Chicago Theatre |
Sports in Chicago
Utah Mammoth vs. Vegas Golden Knights : December 3, 2026
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| Who / What | Utah Mammoth vs. Vegas Golden Knights — NHL ice hockey |
| When (Date) | December 3, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | T-Mobile Arena — 3780 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109 |
| Start Time | 7:00 PM |
| Duration | Approximately 2.5–3 hours, depending on stoppages and overtime |
| How Many Days | 1 day |
| From | December 3, 2026 |
| To | December 3, 2026 |
| Price | Current price varies by seat; check the ticket seller. |
| Website | Vegas Golden Knights official website |
Chicago Bears vs. New Orleans Saints : Sunday, November 22, 2026
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| Who / What | Chicago Bears vs. New Orleans Saints (NFL) |
| When (Date) | Sunday, November 22, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | Soldier Field — 1410 Special Olympics Drive, Chicago, IL 60605 |
| Start Time | 12:00 PM CST (Chicago local time) |
| Duration | Approximately 3–3.5 hours; actual finish time varies. |
| How Many Days | 1 day |
| From | November 22, 2026, 12:00 PM |
| To | November 22, 2026, approximately 3:00–3:30 PM |
| Price | Varies by seat and availability. Check the live ticket listing for current prices and fees. |
| Website | Official Chicago Bears website |
Chicago Bulls vs. San Antonio Spurs : Wednesday, November 11, 2026
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| Who / What | Chicago Bulls vs. San Antonio Spurs (NBA) |
| When (Date) | Wednesday, November 11, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | United Center — 1901 W. Madison Street, Chicago, IL 60612 |
| Start Time | 7:00 PM CST (Chicago local time) |
| Duration | Approximately 2–2.5 hours, including halftime and stoppages. |
| How Many Days | 1 day |
| From | November 11, 2026, 7:00 PM |
| To | November 11, 2026, approximately 9:00–9:30 PM |
| Price | Starting from approximately $135 on the United Center’s listed premium ticket portal; prices vary by seat and may change. |
| Website | Official Chicago Bulls website |
Winnipeg Jets vs. Vegas Golden Knights : Saturday, December 5, 2026
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| Who / What | Winnipeg Jets vs. Vegas Golden Knights — NHL ice hockey |
| When (Date) | Saturday, December 5, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | T-Mobile Arena — 3780 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109 |
| Start Time | 4:00 PM |
| Duration | Approximately 2.5–3 hours, depending on stoppages and overtime |
| How Many Days | 1 day |
| From | December 5, 2026 |
| To | December 5, 2026 |
| Price | Current price varies by seat; check the ticket seller. |
| Website | Vegas Golden Knights official website |
PWHL Detroit vs. PWHL Las Vegas — Home Opener : Sunday, December 6, 2026
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| Who / What | PWHL Detroit vs. PWHL Las Vegas — professional women’s ice hockey, Las Vegas home opener |
| When (Date) | Sunday, December 6, 2026 |
| Where (Venue / Location) | T-Mobile Arena — 3780 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109 |
| Start Time | 5:00 PM |
| Duration | Approximately 2–2.5 hours, depending on stoppages and overtime |
| How Many Days | 1 day |
| From | December 6, 2026 |
| To | December 6, 2026 |
| Price | Check AXS for current ticket prices and fees. |
| Website | PWHL Las Vegas official page |
Chicago Bears vs. Green Bay Packers : Friday, December 25, 2026.
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| Who / What | Chicago Bears vs. Green Bay Packers — historic NFL rivalry matchup on Christmas Day. |
| When (Date) | Friday, December 25, 2026. |
| Where (Venue / Location) | Soldier Field, 1410 Special Olympics Drive, Chicago, IL 60605. |
| Start Time | 12:00 PM Central Time. |
| Duration | Approximately 3–3.5 hours; actual finish time varies. |
| How Many Days | 1 day. |
| From | December 25, 2026. |
| To | December 25, 2026. |
| Price | Varies by seating section and availability; holiday rivalry games may be in high demand. |
| Website | Chicago Bears official website |