Chicago Events & Things to Do

Now in its 37th year, the annual festival celebrates Spanish American culture through dance and music. The celebration also features the "Flamenco Passion," a l... READ MORE

Ain't No Crying the Blues

Date: Thu., Jun. 20, 7:30 p.m.

Black Ensemble Theater Cultural Center

Rick Stone performs a tribute to the life and music of blues singer Howlin Wolf. READ MORE

Jake Peavy and Friends Charity Jam

Date: Sun., Jun. 23, 8 p.m.

Joe's Bar

The White Sox pitcher throws an inaugural fundraiser to benefit the Jake Peavy Foundation. Tickets include live music, performed by Peavy and others, a live auc... READ MORE

Mighty Short Bus

Date: Sat., Jun. 22, 10:30 p.m.

J. Patrick's Irish Bar & Grill

Concert

The band performs as part of its Shiner Beer Tour at the West Town-based pub. Drink specials include $3 Shiner bock and $3 Shiner Ruby Redbird cans and $4 Shine... READ MORE

Portugal. The Man

Date: Thu., Jun. 20, 8 p.m.

House of Blues

Concert

John Reilly and Friends

Date: Sat., Jun. 22, 8 p.m.

Old Town School of Folk Music

Concert

Featuring Becky Stark and Tom Brosseau and special guest Andru Bemis. READ MORE

Wired Fridays

Date: Fri., Jun. 21, 12:15 p.m.

Chicago Cultural Center

Concert

A lunchbreak dance party series in the Randolph Cafe features local and national DJs and electronic musicians. READ MORE

Alan Gresik's Swing Shift Orchestra

Date: Thu., Jun. 20, 9 p.m.

The Green Mill

Concert

Green Mill Quartet Jazz Jam Session

Date: Sat., Jun. 22, 1:30 a.m.

The Green Mill

Concert

This late Friday night show runs from 1:30-4 a.m. READ MORE

Monday Night Live

Date: Mon., Jun. 24, 7:30 p.m.

Petterino's

Comedienne and vocalist Denise McGowan Tracy and music director Beckie Menzie host a cabaret-style singers' open mic. A rotating roster of professional and emer... READ MORE