Enjoy live music at any of these Chicago music venues!
Chicago is home to a burgeoning music scene with venues, bars and outdoor theatres featuring live music! Whether you enjoy jazz or hip-hop, rock or soul, stop by Chicago music venues for a variety of live music.
Enjoy live music at a North Side favorite venue and bar, Lincoln Hall! Located in the renovated Fullerton Theatre from 1912, Lincoln Hall hosts smaller music acts of styles varying from indie rock to rap. Upcoming shows include Temples, Bob Schneider and Crystal Castles. Only a 15 minute walk from Belden Stratford or Kent!
If you enjoy classical music visit the Chicago Symphony Orchestra! The Chicago Symphony Orchestra partners with Ravinia theatre to host outdoor concerts. July shows include Bronfman playing Brahms, Tchaikovsky Spectacular and Celebrating John Adams. The Chicago Symphony Orchestra hall is only an 11 minute walk from 73 East Lake or Marque at Block 37, Ravinia a 12 minute drive from AMLI Deerfield.
Check out the Bottom Lounge in its new location! Moved to West Town off Lake St., the Bottom Lounge still features both local and national acts along with food & drinks. Grab tickets for their Lollapalooza after show series, featuring The Pretty Reckless, Mura Masa and $uicideBoy$. Only a 7 minute drive from Arkadia Towers or an 8 minute drive from Catalyst.
Looking for a concert on a budget? Check out the City of Chicago’s Summer Music Series, located in Millennium Park at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion! Enjoy live music every Monday and Thursday with names such as Natalie Prass, Big Thief and Joshua Nelson. Bring a blanket and some lawn chairs, only an 11 minute walk from 73 East Lake.