Suggestions for Arts and Entertainment near Chicago

Amy G. • August 15, 2018Community-oriented neighborhood beer & cocktail spot w. performance space & cozy patio. Great drinks - if you can get one without being a 23-year-old recent transplant or bearded Logan Square barman.

Bobby K. • March 29, 2015Definitely the most casual and music-focused Blues place on the north side. Whoever is playing, you know they're great.

Melissa S. • November 10, 2014Good coffee, friendly staff, quality shows, theatre people, comfy lounge area: what else do you want?

Tara E. • January 16, 2013An all time favorite place to relax, have a drink and enjoy a great film. I love the fact that they play classic films and very cool events. This is a *must check it out* kind of spot!

Sean Y. • January 20, 2013great gallery that is open most days of the week. Check out the large collection of prints as well as the exhibitions!

Trish N. • August 4, 2013An awesome video game cafe with epic awesome staff! :D

Randall N. • March 29, 2018Live music, comedy, and cheap drinks. What more do you need?

Mazda • December 6, 2010Music 7 days a week. Everything from Anti-pop Consortium to Trans Am, the indie-rock, electronic, experimental, jazz; post-this and pre-that.

Sima D. • June 27, 2011Quirky theatre with a bar on each level plus you can bring your drinks to your seats - always a good time!

Melissa S. • July 13, 2016Lots of weird art, a comic book store, a theatre, and even a room escape. This place is great.

omaylen c. • September 29, 2018Me encanto! Atravesé toda la ciudad por 5 minutos de buenas fotos en este mural!

Giulio La Guarimba V. • February 14, 2014A great place to find underground art in Chicago! Music, films and exhibitions!

Manuel M. • January 22, 2017Great building! A very important cultural institution that honors a community that has contributed so much to Chicago!

Deanna O. • August 29, 2017Started September 2017 The Lincoln Lodge will be at Under The Gun Theater - 956 W Newport Ave Chicago, Illinois - and offering Friday and Saturday shows.

Ericka Y. • October 27, 2018Great seats. Very clean. Nice place to watch a movie

Jennifer F. • November 11, 2012We received such warm reception at the Institute. It is a true art gem. The permanent collection is fabulous, and the ever-changing gallery shows of emerging artists are fantastic--a must see!

Rosie P. • March 9, 2014Awesome people, super clean and a great selection of beautiful jewelry.....definitely recommend this place!

Johnny S. • May 24, 2014This place is awrsome. Owners are amazing. It's a must go to place. Unique and interesting items.

Tamika R. • August 26, 2016No bad seat in the house. Drinks are amazing.

M. Katie H. • December 14, 2013LOVE seeing amazing theatre companies like The New Colony premiere new work in this eclectic space!

Patrick M. • July 14, 2009Come to one of the many annual parties to see some cool glass artists at work, or sign up for a beginner's course.

trillateezy • December 23, 2014Always have the best DJs playing when they come through. The disco ball is always the star of some photos. Great place to go dancing.

Daniel W. • April 9, 2016The room was great. Definitely worth the struggle to find it.

Dulce A. • November 25, 2015Love the music!! DJs are always on point. Tiny but strong cocktails are always yummy. Be warned- it gets so hot on the dance floor!

Lauren H. • July 30, 2014Great space!

Chicagoist • March 12, 2015The eccentric and intensely colorful work and belongings that exude the fascinating personality of a quintessential Chicago artist, the late Ed Paschke, have a permanent and beautiful home.

Stefan B. • May 11, 2011Arizona: No Roosters in the Desert - a spectacular combination of truth and tale! www.propthtr.org