chicago music venues, live and loud - the way it should be

We’re all about live music, and lucky for us, we wake up every day in one of the world’s greatest music cities. From funk and pop to indie rock, classical, and everything in between (yes, everything), Chicago’s live music scene is second to none. Catch the intimate vibes at The Metro, where indie and alternative bands bring the house down. Or head to spots like Lincoln Hall and Aragon Ballroom for big names like Green Day and Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley. For a venue that’s just as inspiring as the music, check out the Chicago Theatre, Riviera Theatre, or The Vic.

It's intimate. It's intense. It's indie. It's The Metro.

The Metro

It's intimate. It's intense. It's indie. It's The Metro.

Address

3730 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 6061

Phone

773-549-4140

The best of new and established bands delivered in the House of Blues

House of Blues

The best of new and established bands delivered in the bluesiest atmosphere this side of the Mississippi.

Address

329 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60654

Phone

312-923-2000

90+ years of grand history makes every performance a sight (and sound) to behold on Chicago Theatre

Chicago Theatre

90+ years of grand history makes every performance a sight (and sound) to behold.

Address

175 N State St, Chicago, IL 60601

Phone

312-462-6300

Crystal chandeliers, mosaic tile ceilings, extravagant balconies & the hottest acts? You must be at Aragon Ballroom.

Aragon Ballroom

Crystal chandeliers, mosaic tile ceilings, extravagant balconies & the hottest acts? You must be at Aragon Ballroom.

Address

1106 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60640

Phone

773-561-9500

If you've been entertaining guests for 100 years, you must be doing something right. Welcome to The Riviera Theatre

Riviera Theatre

If you've been entertaining guests for 100 years, you must be doing something right. Welcome to The Riviera.

Address

4746 N Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60640

Phone

773-275-6800

When the mics are silent, check out "Brew & View" for a night of film and fun. Think Rocky Horror Picture Show-type fun.

The Vic Theatre

When the mics are silent, check out "Brew & View" for a night of film and fun. Think Rocky Horror Picture Show-type fun.

Address

3145 N Sheffield Ave, Chicago, IL 60657

Phone

773-472-0449

Live music in the place where Dillinger (yeah, THAT Dillinger) once hung out at Lincoln Hall

Lincoln Hall

Live music in the place where Dillinger (yeah, THAT Dillinger) once hung out? Cool points for sure.

Address

2424 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60614

Phone

773-525-2501

One word. Blues. 'Nough said at Kingston Mines

Kingston Mines

One word. Blues. 'Nough said.

Address

2548 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614

Phone

773-477-4646

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