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Suggestions for Arts and Entertainment near Chicago

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    • 9.4
      Indie MoviesView Prices
      3733 N Southport Ave (btwn Grace St & Waveland Ave), Chicago
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      • ✞CONSTANTINE ✞

        ✞CONSTANTINE ✞ • March 27, 2014The video was clear and stutter free. I hear they have a 4k or ultra-HD setup. Audio, contrary to gripes I've read in a few other reviews, seemed perfectly fine really... I love this place...

    • 9.4
      Theater
      1650 N Halsted St (btwn Willow St & North Ave), Chicago
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      • Stephanie S.

        Stephanie S. • March 1, 2015Every seat is a good one. The season ticket package is a great value.

    • 9.1
      Zoo Exhibit
      Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago
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      • FJ B.

        FJ B. • December 30, 2015Two words - baby gorillas!

    • 9.1
      Jazz Club$$$$View Prices
      2548 N Halsted St (at Wrightwood Ave), Chicago
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      • Blanca

        Blanca • September 4, 2015Hot and fresh pretzel good with whisky!

    • 9.1
      Science Museum
      2430 N Cannon Dr (at Fullerton Pkwy), Chicago
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      • Jimmy P.

        Jimmy P. • October 30, 2010staff was very courteous. butterfly habitat was awesome.

    • 9.1
      Music Venue$$$$View Prices
      2424 N Lincoln Ave (btwn W Montana St & W Fullerton Ave), Chicago
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      • Emily S.

        Emily S. • November 6, 2016My favorite concert venue - very clean and intimate.

    • 9.0
      Indie$$$$
      5153 N Ashland Ave (at W Foster Ave), Chicago
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      • Abril V.

        Abril V. • April 29, 2016If you haven't seen Too Much Light Makes The Baby Go Bling make sure you do! It's a must see for anyone in Chicago

    • 9.0
      Music Venue$$$$View Prices
      3730 N Clark St (btwn Racine & Waveland Ave), Chicago
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      • Sean M.

        Sean M. • March 2, 2016Old club feel but a great vibe. Perfect for a show and a few cocktails.

    • 8.9
      History Museum
      6418 N Greenview Ave (at W Devon Ave), Chicago
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      • Stacy B.

        Stacy B. • September 2What a great spot to learn about a subculture with deep local roots. Student discount gets you admission for $5. Carefully curated and artful. Visit the library to browse books or color.

    • 8.9
      Art Gallery
      4401 N Ravenswood Ave (Montrose), Chicago
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      • Mirko P.

        Mirko P. • November 23, 2011A lot of interesting classes to choose from

    • 8.9
      Zoo Exhibit
      Chicago
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      • JB A.

        JB A. • December 24, 2017The new cove is amazing - lets you get right up to the glass and see the penguins dive past you! Ideal for visiting with kids and slightly shaded.

    • 8.9
      Theater
      5050 N Clark (Winnemac), Chicago
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      • Mark P.

        Mark P. • October 1, 2015Fantastic entertainment with great Chicago historical content, cocktails, and comedy.

    • 8.9
      History Museum
      1601 N Clark St (at North Ave), Chicago
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      • James C.

        James C. • August 19, 2014Really nice museum spacious and informative. Look for the Groupon. Totally worth it.

    • 8.8
      Zoo Exhibit
      2001 N Clark St (Lincoln Park Zoo), Chicago
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      • Thomas N.

        Thomas N. • August 10, 2018Still upset about the lack of space that the animals have to roam.

    • 8.9
      Theater
      3133 N Halsted St (at Briar Pl), Chicago
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      • Erika

        Erika • May 24, 2015Great for all ages! Love it!

    • 8.8
      Jazz Club
      4802 N Broadway St (at W Lawrence Ave), Chicago
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      • Joseph B.

        Joseph B. • April 28, 2015An excellent and authentic place for jazz, but get here early as the place fills up fast.

    • 8.8
      Theater
      6912 N Glenwood Ave (btwn Morse & Farwell), Chicago
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      • Shannon J.

        Shannon J. • November 15, 2021It’s tucked away in an alley but definitely a great spot to see a show!

    • 8.8
      Theater
      2433 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago
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      • Samantha A.

        Samantha A. • November 1, 2011Get there at least 10 mins early, grab a drink at their bar, and don't be the last in line to get in the theater. It's an intimate auditorium and usually open seating!

    • 8.8
      Music Venue$$$$View Prices
      3159 N Southport Ave (at Belmont Ave), Chicago
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      • Claudine P.

        Claudine P. • February 4, 2012Amazing chocolate bread pudding and beer selection!

    • 8.7
      Art Gallery
      2780 N Lincoln Ave (at Diversey Pkwy), Chicago
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      • L H.

        L H. • August 16, 2011Super weird original art and art prints, cute t-shirts, lots of toys, everything a great mix of kawaii + disturbing. Cool store for adults and kids both.

    • 8.7
      Zoo Exhibit
      2001 N Clark St (Lincoln Park Zoo), Chicago
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      • Hannah

        Hannah • December 31, 2013Really great exhibits to see big cats up close!! Plus the zoo is free! Great stop! :)

    • 8.7
      Performing Arts
      1229 W Belmont Ave (btwn N Lakewood Ave & N Racine Ave), Chicago
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      • Social N.

        Social N. • August 2, 2013Great selection of drinks--sodas, beers, coffee--that you can take in to the theater. Nice intimate space to see plays. Chairs are very squeaky, though.

    • 8.6
      Zoo Exhibit
      Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago
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      • Andrew W.

        Andrew W. • January 4, 2015The Reptiles are pretty neat

    • 8.6
      Music VenueView Prices
      2100 W Belmont Ave (at Hoyne Ave), Chicago
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      • Carlo

        Carlo • September 15, 2010Good food and good music. Pure and simple, great venue to see a show.

    • 8.6
      Theater
      2936 N Southport Ave (at Wellington), Chicago
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      • Alysha B.

        Alysha B. • April 25, 2014Beautiful space. Unique and versatile, a definite asset to the theatre community. I look forward to seeing more shows there.

    • 8.6
      Comedy ClubView Prices
      929 W Belmont Ave, Chicago
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      • Tony R.

        Tony R. • September 30, 2011Can't go wrong here. Good shows, good prices, reasonable drinks.

    • 8.6
      Art Gallery
      659 W Wrightwood Ave, Chicago
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      • Kay B.

        Kay B. • March 16, 2019Beautiful space, thoughtful & thought provoking exhibits

    • 8.5
      Theater
      3745 N Southport Ave (Grace), Chicago
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      • C R.

        C R. • December 28, 2015Intimate live theater in the "sophisticated" Southport Corridor. Saw the Christmas Schooner and would recommend to anyone looking for a holiday classic. No concessions but lots of options close by.

    • 8.5
      Jazz Club
      3111 N Western Ave (at Barry Ave), Chicago
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      • Connie T.

        Connie T. • September 29, 2013Lovely venue where the acoustics are wonderful and the drinks are really well-priced!

    • 8.5
      Zoo Exhibit
      Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago
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      • Susa D.

        Susa D. • November 17, 2016You'd never guess how big it is when you look at the entrance. Really worth a visit!

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