Live music in Berwyn, IL

The Elmhurst Farmers Market brings together more than 40 vendors with farm-fresh produce, specialty pantry goods, handcrafted foods, and a variety of ready-to-eat options from food trucks. Shoppers can gather ingredients for dinner, meet friends for coffee, breakfast, or lunch, and explore new favorites from local makers. Live music adds a festive backdrop, creating a welcoming hub for the community each week.

Buffalo Traffic Jam brings the Pictures of You Tour to House of Blues Chicago for a standing room only show. Entry is restricted to ages 17 and up, and a current, unexpired photo ID is required for age verification, such as a driver’s license, state ID, or passport. All tickets are general admission unless noted otherwise. Support acts may change without notice. Ticket availability includes a public onsale as well as presales for Citi cardmembers, the artist, and Live Nation. Upgrade your experience options are available.

Presented by Riot Fest, this event at Reggies features YHWH NAILGUN alongside NUDO. Attendees must be 17 or older.

Kacey Musgraves takes the stage at T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, MO.

Grażyna Auguścik returns to Chicago with her quintet and the On The Way repertoire refined on a Polish tour that drew praise for blending hushed European melancholy with driving Chicago rhythmic ideas. The group moves as one, with Rob Clearfield shaping fluid piano lines while the Ulery and Deitemyer rhythm section engages in a close, mesmeric conversation with the leader instead of offering simple accompaniment. Constellation becomes a working studio as the ensemble captures this material for a live album, giving listeners a clear view of the music forming in the moment. The room’s crisp acoustics showcase texture, space, and bold improvisation, and the session unfolds in real time with limited capacity.

Tropical Wednesdays turns La Victoria Barra + Cocina Mexicana into a lively Latin dance social each week, featuring salsa, bachata, cumbia, and other tropical favorites. A welcoming crowd fills the spacious floor for social dancing, and newcomers can get started with a salsa lesson taught by Jeremy that suits all experience levels. Throughout the night, DJs keep the energy high, with sets by DJ Reydilla, DJ Papi highlighting an all-salsa halftime, and DJ Julio Sierra. Expect a friendly community, great food and drinks, and plenty of room to move, with no partner required. Admission is a $10 cover. Birthday celebrations can be arranged in advance, including reserved space for a group, simplified planning, and no setup or cleanup so the focus stays on the dancing.

An inclusive open jam at Monday Blues Lounge brings together every kind of artistic expression. Guests can enjoy cocktails, Chicago Handshakes for $9, and free popcorn. The focus is on creativity in a welcoming setting where all kinds of art are appreciated.

Two Door Cinema Club performs at the Salt Shed Fairgrounds. Doors open ahead of the show so you have time to arrive and get settled before the music begins.

Claudio Monteverdi’s L’Orfeo, with text by Alessandro Striggio the Younger, arrives in a new, fully staged co-production with The Newberry Consort at Jarvis Opera Hall in the Holtschneider Performance Center at DePaul University. This landmark early opera tells the tale of the musician Orpheus, whose singing sways mortals and gods alike. After Eurydice’s sudden death, he ventures into the Underworld to bring her back, only to lose her again when doubt overcomes him. The story closes with Apollo lifting Orpheus to the heavens, uniting music and myth in a poignant finale. The performance runs approximately two and a half hours with one 20-minute intermission. It is sung in the original Italian with projected English titles. A post-opera conversation with members of the team follows most performances, offering a chance to explore the music, staging choices, and the making of the production. On opening night, a celebratory toast for ticket holders takes place immediately after the curtain call, and the talkback is not held. Tenor Zachary Wilder makes his Haymarket debut in the title role. The cast also features Geoffrey Agpalo, Ryan Belongie, Hannah De Priest, Kaitlin Foley, Emily Fons, David Govertsen, Patrick Kilbride, Lindsay Metzger, Leo Radosavljevic, Erica Schuller, and Michael St. Peter. Music Directors Liza Malamut and Craig Trompeter lead an ensemble of early-music specialists performing on period instruments such as cornetti, sackbuts, recorders, strings including viola da gamba and lirone, harp, lutes, organ, and harpsichord. Stage Director Chase Hopkins helms the production with a creative team that includes set designer Wendy Waszut-Barrett, costume designer Stephanie Cluggish, wig and makeup designer Megan E. Pirtle, and lighting designer Lee Fiskness. Tickets are available through the DePaul University School of Music box office online, in person, or by phone. Early-bird pricing is offered and concludes one month before the performance due to limited seating and high demand at Jarvis Opera Hall. Discounted parking is available at the Lincoln Common Garage, with validation stickers provided at the DePaul University School of Music box office beginning 90 minutes before the event and continuing through the end of the performance.

Garcia’s Chicago sets the stage for a double bill featuring Brown Eyed Women alongside Bella Rayne Band. Brown Eyed Women is a one-of-a-kind, all-women tribute to the Grateful Dead, bringing together players from notable groups across the country to honor the Dead’s catalog with spirited improvisation and a fresh, soulful touch. The ensemble’s lineup includes keyboardist and vocalist Caroline Killoh, whose resume spans a Beatles tribute, a Fenway Park Grateful Dead night, her originals project Sonejy, and regular appearances with regional GD and JGB tributes such as Fennario and Don’t Let Go. Drummer and lead vocalist Denise Parent hails from Woodstock and performs with The Deadbeats in New York’s Hudson Valley and Capital Region, with past collaborations that include Steve Kimock, Vassar Clements, Buddy Cage, Jeff Mattson, Rob Barraco, and David Gans. She also fronts Rock City Junction, showcasing her own songs. Lead vocalist Jill Paone Simmons brings a background that ranges from Broadway to blues and found a lasting home in the Dead scene with Pittsburgh’s theCAUSE. Her interpretations nod to the originals while adding her own color, from a delicate Birdsong to a fiery Hard to Handle and a deeply felt Sugaree. Sharing the bill, Bella Rayne Band channels high-energy, guitar-forward rock with a jam-friendly spirit. Bella Rayne is a self-taught guitarist, singer, and songwriter who began by reviving an old Stratocaster and learning by ear. Her group blends Southern rock, modern Americana, and open-ended jams, weaving in bold reimaginations of Grateful Dead favorites alongside originals. The band’s quick rise has taken them from intimate clubs to national stages and festival bills, with a sound often compared to a next-wave take on Tedeschi Trucks Band, colored by an alternative edge and a 70s vibe. Highlights from Bella’s young career include appearances with Allman Betts Family Revival, Melvin Seals and JGB, ALO, Jackie Greene, Oteil Burbridge, and members of Terrapin Family, as well as performances at iconic venues like The Fillmore in San Francisco, The Orpheum in Los Angeles, Sweetwater Music Hall, The Hamilton, and a birthday set at Bottlerock Napa. She has even performed with the storied “Alligator” guitar once played by Jerry Garcia, and has been singled out in national music press as an artist helping keep the Dead’s legacy vibrant. The room features a general admission dance pit in front of the stage for those who want to stay close to the music. Premium tables sit nearest the band and include table service, while reserved tables are located just behind, also with service. Both table options use cabaret-style seating, so parties may share a table with other fans. Private booths are available and accommodate groups of varying sizes. General admission standing areas line the sides of the room on an elevated level for clear sightlines and convenient bar access. Garcia’s is fully accessible, with wheelchair lifts and ramps between levels and assisted listening devices available on request, and official service animals are permitted. All ticket purchases are final with no refunds or exchanges, and transfers can be made through a TM account.

The Secret Sisters perform at Thalia Hall with Mary Bragg for an evening of live music. This concert brings both artists together on a single bill.

At Fulton Street Collective, the Nicholas Krolak Quartet takes the stage for a night where live jazz meets live visual art. A visual artist will create paintings during the performance, with the participating painter to be announced. The group features Nicholas Krolak on bass, Michael Hudson-Cassanova on saxophone, Meghan Stagl on voice and piano, and Gustava Cortinas on drums. A reviewer from WRTI has described Krolak as an original songwriter and musician whose work spans the space between the natural world and city life. A suggested donation of $20 is welcomed, and free parking is available.

Two electrifying symphonies open the fall residency of Zell Music Director Designate Klaus Mäkelä. Leading the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Mäkelä pairs Sibelius Symphony No. 7 in C Major, Op. 105, where stately trombone lines rise over surging, mist-like strings, with Shostakovich Symphony No. 4 in C Minor, Op. 43, composed during the Stalin era and alive with fearless contrasts. The program spans a wide range of character, moving from solemn marches and graceful waltzes to glints of birdsong and sharply accented outbursts. Media partner is WBBM, and these performances are supported by the Juli Plant Grainger Fund for Artistic Excellence.

At Friendly Music Community, Niko Twist Action leads a mostly acoustic set that mixes original songs with Britpop and power pop favorites. Expect nods to The Smiths, The Cure, the Beatles, The Jam, The Clash, and the Elvises, along with a bit of storytelling between tunes. Friends may step in to add to the atmosphere, potentially including members of The Nobodies, Torpedo Los!, or My Biggest Thrills. There is no cover charge, and tips for the performers are encouraged.

The Tear Garden, the collaborative project from Cevin Key of Skinny Puppy and Download and Edward Ka-Spel of The Legendary Pink Dots, brings its first-ever tour to Bottom Lounge. The duo began this journey three decades ago with a swirl of psychedelic electronics and tribal rhythms that led to the debut Tired Eyes Burning, and their latest release, Astral Elevator, has energized long-standing calls from listeners to see the music on stage. Expect a fusion that channels Skinny Puppy’s intensity with the Pink Dots’ hypnotic imagination, a pairing refined over years of creative partnership. The night also features Wisconsin-based electronic chanteuse CARRELLEE, who recently joined the IAMX US touring team, and Bragolin, a Dutch post-punk and dark wave project that blends 80s baritone guitar, synths and drum machines, 60s and 70s organs, and 90s shoegaze guitars. Bottom Lounge advises caution with third-party resellers, does not validate secondary-market tickets, and delivers tickets on a delayed schedule while ensuring they arrive in time for the show.

A weekly Latin dance night transforms Moe’s Cantina River North with two lessons, two dance floors, three DJs, and a full slate of food and drink specials. The night begins with a bachata class led by Cesar, followed by a salsa lesson with Andres. Afterward, the main floor stays lively with DJs Carlitos and Reydilla mixing a balanced blend of bachata styles such as sensual, moderna, and urban alongside salsa and cumbia, while the upstairs CAVA Room centers on bachata with DJ Jesus Castro. Specials include 4 dollar tacos and elotes, 8 dollar palomas and margaritas, 8 dollar Vegas Bombs and Lemon Drops, 8 dollar mocktails in mangonada, mojito, and piña colada flavors, 12 dollar versions of those cocktails, and a 30 dollar shareable Bachata-rita. Early arrivals among the first 30 guests may receive a complimentary shot. A 10 dollar cover applies, tickets are available online, and a limited free-entry text promotion is offered. Nearby parking garages are available, the iParkit app can help secure favorable rates, SpotHero is an option, and street parking restrictions are enforced at night. Newcomers and seasoned dancers are welcome, and no partner is required.

A candlelit tribute to The Beatles at the Arts Center of Oak Park features a live performance by a four piece string quartet. The concert runs 60 minutes, doors open 45 minutes before the start, and there is no entry once the performance begins. Seating is first come within each ticketed zone and is assigned on arrival. Tickets are offered in Zone A with premium visibility, Zone B with great visibility, and Zone C with good visibility, and purchasing together helps groups sit together. The tentative program includes I Want To Hold Your Hand, Penny Lane, Strawberry Fields, Come Together, Here Comes the Sun, Help!, Eleanor Rigby, While My Guitar Gently Weeps, Helter Skelter, Blackbird, A Day in the Life, Yesterday, and Let It Be. This is a tribute experience that is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the original artists, their estate, or official representatives. Guests must be at least 8 years old, and anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. The performance space is up a flight of stairs and the venue is not ADA compliant. Limited street parking and nearby lots are available, and masks are encouraged but not required, subject to change. Service animals are permitted, other animals are not allowed. Guests who require assistance may apply for one complimentary pass for a caretaker after purchasing a valid ticket. Candle 3 Packs purchased online are collected on site at the designated location for this event and all add on items are final sale. Group bookings for 30 or more and private concerts are available.

Kick off the weekend with a show tunes singalong at Sidetrack. After the singalong, the celebration continues with a dance party, and the rooftop opens for party music upstairs. There is no cover charge.

Back at Joe's on Higgins, the Simply Wally Duo delivers another evening of great live music.

Presented by Riot Fest, Arrows in Action brings the I Think We've Toured Here Before show to Bottom Lounge, joined by Instant Crush. This concert is open to all ages. Tickets are on sale.

Grammy nominee and Diamond-certified artist Teddy Swims brings The UGLY Tour to Chicago at the United Center, joined by Mac Ayres and MarcLo. Ticket purchases require following the venue’s current health and safety policies, which are subject to change, so refer to the venue website for updates. A range of presales, including VIP package options, precedes the public onsale.

Paula Cole presents a live show titled THIS FIRE: 30 at Thalia Hall. Doors open ahead of the performance, with the show to follow.

Formed in Chicago in the mid 1950s by Sun Ra, the Sun Ra Arkestra carries forward his mission to uplift the universe through sound, rooted in early synthesizer innovation and the free jazz breakthroughs of the 1960s. Their performances fuse big band swing, bebop, exploratory space age improvisation, vocals, dance, chant, and vibrant Afro inspired pageantry, keeping the ensemble at the center of Afrofuturism from the start. With a catalog of more than one hundred releases, the group continues to earn recognition, including Grammy nominations for the 2020 album Swirling and the 2025 release Lights On A Satellite. Decades into their cosmic travels, the Arkestra remains a global presence, with highlights that include appearances at the Kennedy Center, the Berlin Opera House, the Burlington Jazz Festival, and Radio City Music Hall. In 2025 they played Big Ears in Tennessee, the Montreal and DC Jazz Festivals, a West Coast tour, New York City Winter Jazz Fest, toured Australia and Europe, and gave first-time concerts in China and Mexico.

Jam and Metro present a live tribute to R.E.M.’s Lifes Rich Pageant, performed by Michael Shannon, Jason Narducy, and friends at The Riviera Theatre. This event is open to all ages. Backpacks, bags, laptops, and tablets are not permitted inside the venue. For ADA accommodations, requests can be sent to info@jamusa.com.

Artango Bar & Steakhouse hosts a piano jazz night featuring Argentine pianist Mauro Frosio. The evening pairs live piano performances with a dining experience, blending music and food throughout the night.

Rod Tuffcurls and The Bench Press perform a single set as part of the Oktoberfest festivities at St. Alphonsus.

Sound-Bar hosts a high-energy celebration of anime music and dancing as #WeTouchGrass brings its Chicago Anime Rave back by popular demand. Move to iconic anime tracks and experience the signature vibe that has attracted more than 75,000 attendees to #WeTouchGrass Anime Raves across North America and Europe. The night centers on pulsating rhythms, vivid fandom energy, and an immersive dance floor shaped by the sounds of anime.

Every Friday in Andersonville, Konak Pizza & Grill hosts karaoke. Sing your favorite songs and pair the fun with a Chicken Chop and a beer.

¡Gritos! de Independencia 2026 brings a neighborhood celebration to Belmont Cragin with live music and complimentary food offered at restaurants throughout the area. Free tickets are available with a reservation.

Indie Park Fest returns with a casual park-day vibe, showcasing inventive local artists from across Chicago and covering a wide range of genres. Settle in with a picnic blanket and a cooler while discovering eclectic performances throughout the day. A suggested $20 donation goes directly to the performers and helps keep the festival thriving. The event is presented in collaboration with the Independence Park Advisory Council and the Chicago Park District alongside Lunar Ticks, an improvisational and alternative rock group with deep roots in the Irving Park community. Expect live music, vendors, and activities for kids for a full day of neighborhood fun.

At Gallagher Way in Wrigleyville, WingOut Chicago transforms the space into a celebration of chicken wings with sampling from Chicago restaurants, live soul, R&B, and reggae performances, and a selection of adult beverages. Expect flavors spanning classic buffalo and sweet and spicy to wood smoked, jerk, honey chili, and many others. Attendees can take part in competitions, including a people’s choice vote for favorite wings, with additional judging by local celebrities.

A high energy indie celebration featuring DJs from around the world, the pulse of a live drummer, immersive visuals, and full-scale festival lighting and production. The soundtrack spans artists like Arctic Monkeys and The Strokes, honoring indie anthems from start to finish.

Thee Sacred Souls perform live at the Salt Shed Fairgrounds. Doors open before the show begins.

Sapphic Saturday at Sidetrack is a no cover celebration of women who love women, filling the Main & Cherry Bar with music centered on queer women, high energy drag from Kari Bunne with a special guest, party games, and more. Created for lesbians and those who love them, the night highlights and supports the local lesbian community in a welcoming atmosphere. This recurring party takes place on the final Saturday of each month.

Reggies Rock Club hosts a 17 and up concert featuring Greenleaf, Howling Giant, and Psython. The lineup brings all three bands to one stage for a night of live music.

This in-concert event features Top Gun: Maverick, continuing Pete “Maverick” Mitchell’s journey. After more than three decades in the Navy, Maverick, portrayed by Tom Cruise, serves as a test pilot and is assigned to prepare TOPGUN graduates for a specialized mission unlike any living pilot has attempted. Among them is Lt. Bradley “Rooster” Bradshaw, played by Miles Teller, the son of his late friend Nick “Goose” Bradshaw. Facing an uncertain future and old wounds, Maverick confronts his deepest fears as the operation may require the ultimate sacrifice from those selected to fly. The film received six Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture and Best Original Song, and won for Best Sound.

Artango Bar & Steakhouse presents an evening of Brazilian jazz with the Luciano Antonio Band. The performance showcases singer and musician Luciano Antonio, bringing the rhythms and melodies of Brazil to the stage. Seating is limited, so reservations are recommended.

At Garcia's Chicago, The Polish Ambassador presents a set that blends his own music with fresh interpretations of Phish songs. The area directly in front of the stage is a general admission dance pit. Additional viewing and seating options include premium tables closest to the stage with table service, reserved tables on the main floor just behind the premium section also with table service, and private booths sized for 1 to 4, 5, or 6 guests depending on the booth. Seating is cabaret style, so tables may be shared with other attendees. General admission standing space lines the sides of the room on raised platforms for clear sightlines and convenient access to the bar. All ticket purchases are final and nonrefundable, and exchanges are not available, though transfers can be completed through your TM login. Garcia's is ADA accessible, offering wheelchair lifts and ramps between levels, assisted listening devices upon request, and access for official service animals. A venue presale is available in addition to the public onsale.

Another evening of food, fun, and dancing to the music awaits, with the band performing in the bar area. Reservations are recommended for anyone who wants to be seated in that section.

Pop up karaoke returns to Dante's Tavern, also known as High Dive, in the large back room. The space is open again for a classic, old-school karaoke experience.

Each Saturday, Las Fuentes in Lincoln Park, Chicago turns into a shared dance floor for Mexico, Puerto Rico, and the Dominican Republic, bringing three cultures together through music and movement. The evening starts with a rotating lesson in Cumbia, Bachata, or Salsa, then flows into an after-hours celebration with a seamless mix of Salsa, Bachata, and tropical rhythms. Expect a high-energy Cumbia spotlight along the way, followed by a late stretch that weaves in Rock en Español, Latin dance favorites, and Reggaeton for a continuous groove deep into the night. Birthday groups of five or more can reserve a package that includes a complimentary bottle of champagne, a birthday cake with candle, a reserved table, and an optional birthday dance when arranged in advance. For details or reservations, call 312-427-2572 or email info@LatinStreetMusic.com.

Second Hand Soul Band performs in Edison Park in Chicago, bringing live music to a restaurant setting where the tunes rival the menu. Bartenders will be mixing favorite drinks, and there will be room to dance. Reservations are recommended.

Dying Fetus and Sanguisugabogg perform at House of Blues Chicago for a standing-room concert where tickets are general admission unless noted otherwise. Entry is limited to guests 17 and older, and a current, unexpired photo ID is required for age verification, such as a driver’s license, state ID, or passport. Supporting performers are subject to change without notice. Ticket access includes a public onsale along with presales for Citi Cardmembers, Spotify, Knotfest, and Live Nation. Upgrade options are available.

Settle into a restorative sound bath at the Japanese Culture Center, where layers of tone and vibration from singing bowls, gongs, flute, bells, drums, and handpan create a gentle atmosphere for deep rest. The experience unfolds over 90 minutes and is designed for lying down in comfort so the body and mind can unwind while sound waves move through the space. An immersive gong segment features three distinct instruments, including a Sun Gong tuned to OM, an Atlantis Gong offered for emotional clarity, and a heart-centered Blue Stargate Gong in harmony with Earth’s frequency. The flow includes practices to calm the nervous system and expand awareness, followed by time for reflection and integration to help settle the experience and clarify intentions. Intended benefits include shifts in brainwave states, clearing energetic blockages, easing physical tension, deep relaxation, support for meditation, heightened awareness, encouragement of physical healing, and greater balance across the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. The session is facilitated by Simon Jay Cervania, founder of the Harmonic Waves Healing Accredited Certification Program, a visionary artist, musician, and Reiki Master Teacher with more than 15 years of work in holistic health, sound healing, brainwave entrainment, biofield energy therapy, and trauma release. Born in the Philippines and based in Chicago, Cervania shares this practice internationally across cultural centers, yoga studios, and holistic wellness communities. Comfortable clothing is recommended, and items that support relaxation such as a yoga mat, blanket, pillow, bolster, or eye pillow can enhance the experience. Early bird pricing is 35 dollars and same day admission, if available, is 40 dollars. Capacity is limited.

Presented by Kickstand Productions, this concert brings Unsane to Beat Kitchen with The Crosses and Rollo Tomasi also performing. Entry is limited to ages 17 and older.

Sunday Funday brings karaoke to The Arrogant Frog Bar. Taking place on the last Sunday of each month, this event offers a chance to step up to the mic at an upscale dive bar in Lincoln Park.

Cavetown takes the stage for a live concert at The Salt Shed. The event features a performance by the artist at the venue.

Sara Bareilles brings The Good Grief Tour to The Chicago Theatre for a live concert experience. Ticket pricing is all-in and includes fees before taxes where applicable, and resale prices may be higher than face value and are not determined by the artist team. In partnership with PLUS1, for this Chicago Theatre show, Live Nation will contribute $1 per ticket sold and not refunded to the JED Foundation to support programs that protect emotional health and prevent suicide among teens and young adults. No portion of the purchase price is tax-deductible. Guests are encouraged to arrive about 60 minutes before showtime, and all bags, including briefcases and pocketbooks, will be checked at entry. Purchasing a ticket signifies agreement to comply with health and safety policies in effect at the time, which may change based on government mandates, venue protocols, or event requirements. The performance may include immersive elements such as flashing or strobe lights. Ticket access includes public onsale, artist and venue presales, select cardmember offers, Verizon access, a Live Nation presale, and VIP packages.

Renaissance Bronzeville hosts a gathering that celebrates musical freedom, with Mike Dunn guiding the sound. The experience is engineered by Thewaywewere Productions. Admission is a $5 cover.

Rogers Park welcomes the first Jarvis Square Twilight Market, a neighborhood gathering featuring local food, music, and makers. Early participants include Piehole Pie Company, Great Harvest Bread, and Bennett Farm with meat, dairy, and eggs. The lineup features a cheese monger, on-site knife sharpening, and live music, plus an ice cream sandwich and lemonade pop up. Raclette sandwiches are prepared fresh on site for purchase. Organizers are also working to confirm a produce and flower farmer and River Valley Mushroom Farm, with community interest helping attract additional vendors.

Avondale Music Hall hosts a live concert featuring Elder alongside Blackwater Holylight, produced by Empire and Kickstand Productions. Admission is limited to ages 17 and up.

Sara Bareilles brings The Good Grief Tour to The Chicago Theatre with ticket pricing that is all in, meaning fees are included before any applicable taxes. Resale tickets may be listed above face value and those prices are set by sellers, not the artist’s team. Through a partnership with PLUS1, Live Nation will direct 1 dollar from each ticket sold and not refunded for this show to the JED Foundation to support programs that protect emotional health and help prevent suicide among teens and young adults. This contribution is not tax-deductible. Plan to arrive early. Bags, briefcases, and pocketbooks will be inspected at entry, and attendance requires following the health and safety measures in place at the time, which may change based on government or venue guidance. The performance may include immersive production elements such as flashing or strobe lights. Ticket access includes multiple presales and partner or cardmember offers, along with VIP package options.

Mon Rovîa takes the stage at the Salt Shed for a live show.

ECI Tuesdays brings mambo, salsa, bachata and more to Pier 31 in a lively open-air setting presented by El Caobo Internacional. This edition features a mambo lesson with Denita Inez, followed by social dancing that keeps the floor moving with Latin rhythms. There is no cover, the event is weather permitting, and food and drinks are available for purchase. A 50/50 raffle will be held with $5 tickets, and the winner must be present to claim the prize. Dancers of all experience levels and music lovers are welcome at this lakefront gathering.

Cat Jam Chicago brings an acoustic, improvisational music session to The Insect Asylum, uniting an energetic mix of local musicians. Drop in to listen in a one-of-a-kind setting or bring an instrument and play along, as walk-ins are welcome to be part of the sound. The focus is on relaxed collaboration, spontaneous tunes, and community connection.

Arlo Parks brings the Desire Tour to Thalia Hall for a live show, with doors opening before the performance.

Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals bring a powerful night of music to Garcia's Chicago, led by a three-time Grammy winner whose career spans 18 studio albums and more than 16 million records sold worldwide. Harper’s songwriting stretches across pop, reggae, soul, blues, rock, funk, and folk, and his work pairs lyrical candor with a socially conscious spirit shaped by his era and sharpened for today. That commitment was recognized with a 2023 nomination for the newly introduced Grammy Special Merit Award for Best Song For Social Change. Recent releases include Wide Open Light, featuring Yard Sale with Jack Johnson, following the Grammy-nominated Bloodline Maintenance. All sales are final and exchanges or refunds are not available, but tickets can be transferred through a TM Account. Garcia's is fully ADA compliant with wheelchair lifts and ramps between levels, assisted listening devices on request, and access for official service animals. Premium Table seating sits closest to the stage and includes table service. Reserved Table seating is on the main floor behind the Premium section and also includes table service. Both table options are cabaret style, so guests may share a table with other fans. Private booths are offered for parties of up to 4, 5, or 6 depending on the booth. General admission standing is arranged along the sides of the room on an elevated platform for clear views and convenient bar access.

Kickstand Productions brings Iguana Death Cult to Beat Kitchen, with Daisychain also performing. The show is open to ages 17 and older. Tickets are available.

Choose from 60,000 songs supported by pro sound. Pair the music with $3.50 steak tacos and drink specials.