Suggestions for Arts and Entertainment near The Loop, Chicago

Sharon T. • November 23, 2015Love the CSO! Definitely one of the better orchestras in the US. The space was beautiful and cozy as well.

Kristopher W. • December 10, 2014Beautiful but needs some TLC. Sound is exquisite. Comfy seats. Just a fabulous place to see a show.

Ninah R. • December 11, 2017Nice theater. A little on the smaller side which is nice. Coat check is about $2. Snacks, drinks, wine/champagne available

Elvyra M. • October 12, 2018Very beautiful, nice lighting, very festive. Sounds was good too.

Lucille F. • January 6, 2018Just saw Beautiful, Carol King play. Excellent and the theatre is beautiful, intimate & with a excellent acoustics.

Flavorpill C. • March 13, 2011Catch forgotten gems, art-house experiments, local features & fascinating docs. You’d be tempted to call them populist, but the intelligent line-ups never pander.

Mike • October 9, 2015Choose seats that are higher up and centered over seats that are lower and towards the back or sides. Lots of obstructive views here

Arlene M. • September 1, 2017Acoustics are the best yet! Must see regardless of cast.

Amanda J. • March 25, 2011Working is amazing ! Students can see the show daily at $25 with an ID! See That Building

Matthew S. • November 12, 2016Great concert venue with amazing sound.

Kevin D. • August 9, 2014Very nice and modern intimate theatre. Very fairly priced concessions. Brigadoon was a very good play.

Erica M. • January 12, 2013The Small Ordinary Shop has many beautiful handmade items from local artisans. Clothing, candles, bags, prints, and jewelry -- I wish I could just buy it all.

Lucille F. • January 7, 2018If you have not seen this, go to the Chicago Cultural Center, it’s an architectural gem & this enormous Tiffany dome is awesome. I’ve seen it many times & it never ceases to amaze me.

Eric J. • August 17, 2013Awesome statue. Slide down. Lots of fun

Phil W. • September 9, 2018The only one of its kind, this museum shows the inside of the Michigan Ave bridge while tracing the history of the Chicago river from the 17th century to today. Cute, inexpensive, and worth a visit!

Margot G. • June 17, 2016It's small but totally worth visiting!

Tana B. • October 14, 2017Tons of great exhibits and amazing architecture inside - stained glass windows and elaborate decor.

Jonathan F. • October 21, 2015Learn about money and see more of it in one place. It is very informative and they even give out shredded money!

Todd B. • April 3, 2017Chicago is an amazing city of outdoor public art Picasso, Calder and this amazing Chagall. Great to visit especially as we celebrate the arrival of spring.

Karen W. • June 28, 2011Fabulous place to shop for unique gifts made by Illinois artisans

Fluying ✅. • March 29, 2018Interior is designed by Lois Sullivan and executed by his apprentice, Frank Lloyd Wright.

Rachel • November 19, 2014Unique and very large.

Yoann D. B. • March 1, 2016Their burgers! Equally as good has Umami's! Big and juicy.

Kaitlin • May 9, 2018Excellent museum for anyone who loves American lit! $12 admission was totally worth it! Kind of small, but you’ll be able to fully enjoy each exhibit!

Stacy B. • March 2, 2024Wow, this show was incredible! Fun for all ages. Three hours goes by surprisingly quickly. Loved the story, acrobatics, and singing. Food and drinks were not the main attraction but no complaints.

Drew L. • April 18, 2013Gorgeous setting with wonderful acoustics. A real gem of a space.

Kirstjen L. • January 25, 2015Chicago has great public art by artists with international reputations. This is one example of about a dozen sculptures outdoors in the loop.

Blunt R. • December 13, 2013Figaro Figaro Fi-Ga-Ro

Alex d. • June 16, 2011Make sure to go around to the back.

Jared P. • March 16, 2019An intimate vibe, good music, but they be taxxxxxingggg on anything that’s not a happy hour