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Bottom Lounge
Venue for underground music, beer & casual American comfort food (including vegetarian options).
Thalia Hall
This landmark venue, designed as an opera house in 1892, hosts concerts by well-known musical acts.
NOW Arena
11,800-seat venue for sports, live music, competitions & events plus a steakhouse & sports bar.
Joe's Live
Allstate Arena
Huge multipurpose arena hosting college & professional basketball games plus concerts & circuses.
Concord Music Hall
Mid-size concert venue supporting a variety of genres, including hip-hop, indie rock & dub step.
The Salt Shed
City Winery Chicago
30,000-sq.-ft. venue with a winery, Mediterranean eatery, garden courtyard & live entertainment.
The Vic Theatre
Century-old 5-story vaudeville theater (with 3 bars) that features live music & cult/classic movies.
Schubas Tavern
Housed in an old Schlitz brewery, this bar showcases a diverse lineup of bands, from indie to jazz.
The Empty Bottle
Indie music venue & bar hosting alternative bands in a somewhat small space with cheap drinks.
Lincoln Hall
Midsize venue for live music performances along with an unpretentious on-site cocktail bar.
Greater Chicago I-55
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The Chicago Theatre
French Baroque-style 3,600-seat auditorium showcasing national musical & comedy acts since 1921.
RiverEdge Park
Year-round 8,500-seat concert venue with river walk, bike path, pier & naturalistic landscaping.
Metro
A variety of indie & alternative bands play at this popular, intimate concert venue.
The Forge
Intimate venue hosting live rock bands & other acts for all ages, with drinks & pub grub available.
House of Blues Chicago
Rock- & blues-themed restaurant & bar serving Southern-inspired dishes, plus live music.





