Suggestions for Arts & Entertainment near Chicago

Yani L. • October 13, 2018The play was amazing and the staff is very friendly. Would love to go again someday

Tim O. • October 14, 2017Great spot for traditional theater vibe with great drinks! Sound system isn’t bad, but acoustics muddle modern surround mixes.

Demitrius M. • May 16, 2015Awesome place:-):-) the art is amazing

Dulce A. • December 12, 2015So many phenomenal underground artists play here. The size is perfect for a concert, especially for a date night. Great drinks too!

Felicity M. • January 19, 2018One of my favourite bars in Chicago hands down. Wednesday is perfection!

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

Lucille F. • May 3, 2019Great place to learn, have fun or get serious with art. From painting, pottery/ceramics, jewelry making, printing etc etc. A great place to let your artistic side flourish.

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.

Augie A. • February 1, 2020Cocktails are excellent. Check out the bar magic!!!

Debbie W. • July 2, 2016The butterfly exhibit is great, and free parking in front of the museum. Great "Green Theme" museum. There are so many things to like.

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.

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

Andrew W. • January 4, 2015The primates are so intriguing, especially the ones outside the cages.

Lenny G. • May 27, 2018Always a fun classic and historic spot to see local bands.

Dana P. • March 7, 2015Great rainy day museum, love the old Chicago artifacts

Amy R. • September 17, 2017A fun, high energy mostly comedic show.

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

Manbque • March 19, 2011Great venue! Good Mac and Cheese. Yummy beer.

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

Lucille F. • April 8, 2018Historic theater (est. over 100 yrs ago!). Intimate, every seat is good. Saw ‘Bunny Bunny Gilda Radner’ & it was excellent! Will follow future shows for sure.

Eric M. • October 14, 2013The upstairs seating may seem out of the way, buy every seat has an unobstructed view

Courtney B. • December 1, 2013Always a GREAT show: energetic, informative, and a really phenomenal community asset. Go see something here!

Robert l. • May 23, 2012Saw my favorite band INTERPOL for my birthday. Thank you sweetie! Decemberist were awesome as well.

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

David • August 24, 2014A wonderful story with great live performers.

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

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

Angie • December 20, 2014best place for dancing. love the DJs here.

Time Out Chicago • June 4, 2012Along with a great selection of hard-to-find and independent films, the theatre's concessions counter is one of the best in the city, with vegan cookies and a popcorn seasoning bar on offer.

Steven K. • April 7, 2015Beautiful venue with great sound. There isn't a bad view in the place. If you want a booth you can reserve one ahead of time or attempt head up to the balcony. Just an amazing concert experience. 😍