Use CTA to connect the night
CTA trains and buses reach major entertainment districts across Chicago. Visitors can plan a trip and pay with Ventra or a contactless device; verify the route and service status for your event time.
CTA visitor guide ↗Make a day of it in Chicago
Things to Do in Chicago
Find tickets to Chicago's best concerts, sports games, and theater shows. Easy online ordering for events at United Center, Wrigley Field, and more venues.
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Soldier Field Parking Lot
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Bassvictim
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American Airlines Global Wine Dinner Series: It's All Greek - Wines of the Islands and Beyond
Barrel Room at City Winery - Chicago
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Fahim Anwar
Zanies Comedy Club - Chicago
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Jekyll & Hyde
Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place
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Drunk Dracula
The Lion Theatre - Chicago
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The Simple Remedy - Album Release Party
Carol's Pub
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Chicago Bears vs. New England Patriots
Soldier Field
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Vinny Guadagnino
Heath Mainstage At The Den Theatre
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The Buena Vista Orchestra
Vic Theatre
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Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Sleeping Beauty & Dvorak Cello Concerto
Orchestra Hall At Chicago Symphony Center
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From ticket to full night out
Plan an Event Night in Chicago
Start with the ticket, then make transportation, neighborhood and arrival decisions around the actual venue—not just downtown in general.
Match the plan to the venue
Chicago venues span downtown, the lakefront and distinct neighborhoods. Open the venue guide before leaving for current parking, bag, accessibility and entry information.
Browse Chicago venues →Build in neighborhood time
Dinner, drinks or an attraction near the venue can turn a ticket into a full day out. Choose the neighborhood first so the plan does not require crossing the city right before doors.
Choose a neighborhood →Stay near the action
Choose Your Chicago Event Neighborhood
The best pre-show plan depends on where the venue actually is. These districts combine ticketed events with food, culture and nightlife nearby.
West Loop & Near West Side
Pair a United Center event with the West Loop’s major dining district, including Fulton Market, Greektown and Randolph Street.
United Center events →Wrigleyville & Lakeview
Wrigley Field anchors a walkable entertainment area with restaurants, bars, comedy, historic theatres and nearby lakefront options.
Wrigley Field events →The Loop & Theatre District
Downtown marquees, architecture, museums and the Riverwalk make the Loop an easy place to combine a performance with classic Chicago sightseeing.
Explore the Theatre District ↗South Loop & Museum Campus
A South Loop event can share the day with the Museum Campus, lakefront, public art and dining without forcing a cross-city itinerary.
Explore the South Loop ↗Uptown
Uptown’s historic halls and jazz legacy make it one of the city’s strongest music-centered neighborhoods for extending a concert night.
Explore Chicago music neighborhoods ↗Logan Square & Wicker Park
These connected northwest-side districts combine smaller music rooms with restaurants, cocktail bars, boutiques and nightlife.
Explore Chicago neighborhoods ↗Before doors or after the encore
Things to Do Around a Chicago Event
Build a practical itinerary around the part of the city you are already visiting.
Architecture & the river
Add an architecture experience, Riverwalk time or a seasonal boat tour before an evening performance.
Find Chicago attractions ↗Museums & lakefront
The Art Institute, Museum Campus and lakefront parks work well for an earlier daytime stop before many downtown or South Loop events.
Browse things to do ↗Music, comedy & nightlife
Keep the night going with Chicago blues, jazz, house music, comedy or a neighborhood stage after the ticketed event.
Explore Chicago nightlife ↗Where it happens
Featured Venues in Chicago
- Albert Ivar Goodman TheatreTickets & event schedule
- Aon Grand Ballroom Navy PierTickets & event schedule
- Apollo Theater Main Stage - ChicagoTickets & event schedule
- Arie Crown TheaterTickets & event schedule
- Auditorium Theatre - ILTickets & event schedule
- Avondale Music HallTickets & event schedule
- Barrel Room at City Winery - ChicagoTickets & event schedule
- Beat KitchenTickets & event schedule
Good to know
Chicago Event Tickets FAQs
How do I buy event tickets in Chicago?
Browse upcoming Chicago concerts, sports and theater events on this page, open the event you want, and choose your seats. Eligible transactions are protected by the refund conditions in our 100% Buyer Guarantee.
Are Chicago tickets on Gold Coast Tickets guaranteed?
Eligible transactions are covered by our 100% Buyer Guarantee. Review the listed conditions for accepted orders that are not delivered or shipped in time, events that are canceled and not rescheduled.
What kinds of events can I find in Chicago?
You'll find concerts and live music, professional and college sports, Broadway and touring theater, comedy, and family shows in and around Chicago. Use the event and venue links on this page or search for a specific performer, team or venue.
When should I buy Chicago tickets?
Popular Chicago events sell out fast, and inventory and pricing move with demand. Buying early usually gives you the best selection of seats — check the event page for what's currently available.
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