Latest Events in Chicago(August Updated)

#88 is coming back to Chicago on 8/8 where his professional hockey career started! Patrick Kane's legacy in Chicago is bigger than life, bringing home 3 Stanley Cups and so many exciting moments on the ice. 8/8 PATRICK KANE DAY is devoted to his fans and the community here in Chicago. This event is his time to meet you, give autographs, a photo on your camera, and to say thank you for your support over the years. Don't wait to purchase your tickets for 1 of the 4 ticket timed entrances. There are a limited number of tickets available each time slot. Everyone who enters must have a ticket. All ages are welcome and encouraged to come! Those 18 yrs. & under must be accompanied by a ticketed adult. Information Source: PBK | eventbrite

The Savannah Bananas are a member of the Coastal Plain League, and they compete in regular baseball games within the league on weekdays. In the off-season, they will hold their own banana ball exhibition games. "I know we will never win the World Series, and we will never be the best baseball team on the planet, but we can be the most entertaining baseball team in the world. This is our mission and our vision," said Jared Orton, the club's president. The rules include: a two-hour game time limit, no bunts, the batter can choose to steal first, no walking out of the box, no on-base, and a scoring system, where the team with the most runs in each inning gets one point. In addition to the rules, the team brings a series of entertainment performances to almost every field, including choreographed dances, bizarre skits, and players walking around the stands to interact with fans.

Paul Pfeiffer: Prologue to the Story of the Birth of Freedom presents 25 years of work from artist Paul Pfeiffer (b. 1966, Honolulu, HI; lives in New York, NY), whose practice interrogates ideas of spectacle and mass culture. By repurposing the tools and systems of media production—including editing, staging, and outsourcing—Pfeiffer recontextualizes global celebrities such as pop stars, film actors, and athletes to reveal relationships between audiences and athletes. icons. As the artist puts it, “who’s using who? Is the image making us, or do we make images?”

H. C. Westermann’s work combines a graceful mastery of materials, rough and tumble physicality, commonsense philosophizing, acrobatic wit and wordplay, and a sensitive worldview shaped in equal measure by the horrors of wartime and the devotions of love. He used a wide-range of materials but was most dedicated to woodworking, once stating that wood was his “whole life.”

Born in Calcutta and raised in the verdant Himalayan mountains of Kashmir, Shaw draws deeply on the landscapes and memories of his early life, many of which were fractured by political upheaval. Forced to leave Kashmir as a teenager, he relocated first to New Delhi and later to London, where he studied at Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design. His work is influenced by a broad range of sources—Mughal and Persian miniatures, Renaissance altarpieces, Old Masters paintings, Japanese arts of the Momoyama period, Kashmiri and Urdu poetry, and Hindu and Western mythology—and yet his visual vocabulary and technique are all his own.

Stenn began collecting art with his wife, Marcia, in 1971, largely as a way of enhancing their newly renovated Lincoln Park home. Although neither had formal art training, she had a discerning eye, and he enjoyed the hunt for the right object. Together they approached the project as a shared learning activity, and in time, they acquired paintings and sculpture by significant artists of the post-World War II period.

Impressionist artist Gustave Caillebotte (1848–1894)—known and beloved by many Art Institute visitors for his monumental painting Paris Street; Rainy Day—takes center stage in this major exhibition exploring the very personal interests and relationships that shaped his world.

Since 2007, Pixy Liao (廖逸君) has collaborated with her partner, Takahiro Morooka (諸岡高裕, nicknamed Moro), on a series of staged, often humorous self-portraits. These works wryly examine the power dynamics between artist and muse, prod at conservative gender roles, and document the evolution of their relationship.

Join us for an extraordinary art show that will take place August 9th 2025 at the renowned ODDxSHAD Gallery. Join us for an extraordinary art show that will take place August 9th 2025 at the renowned ODDxSHAD Gallery. This immersive exhibition features 9 art pieces titled The Devine 9. Attendees will be captivated by stunning installations, thought-provoking, and vibrant paintings that challenge perceptions and spark dialogue. Opening night ALL ATTENDEES will have to dress in all Black Formal attire. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience art that transcends boundaries and ignites the imagination! Information Source: ODDxSHAD Gallery | eventbrite

Linkin Park and PVRIS are set to electrify Chicago with an unforgettable performance at the UnitedCenter on August 11, 2025, at 7:30 PM. This highly anticipated event promises a night of unparalleled musical synergy, bringing together the iconic sounds of Linkin Park and the dynamic energy of PVRIS. Fans can expect a diverse setlist that spans Linkin Park's legendary discography, from their groundbreaking debut album "Hybrid Theory" to their latest releases. PVRIS, known for their powerful vocals and genre-blending style, will undoubtedly complement the evening with their own captivating performance. Tickets for this must-see concert range from $55 to $700, catering to a wide array of fans eager to experience the magic live at the UnitedCenter. With such a stellar lineup, Linkin Park, PVRIS Chicago is poised to be one of the standout events of the year, drawing music enthusiasts from all corners to the heart of Chicago.

A deft sculptor and printmaker, ardent feminist, and lifelong social activist, Elizabeth Catlett (1915–2012) was a defining artist of the 20th century. Across nearly 100 years—from Jim Crow segregation through the Cold War and into Barack Obama’s first term as president—Catlett remained steadfast in her commitment to both her art and her political beliefs.

System Of A Down, Avenged Sevenfold, and Polyphia are set to electrify Chicago with an unforgettable performance at Soldier Field Stadium on August 31, 2025, at 17:30. This highly anticipated event promises to be a monumental gathering for rock and metal enthusiasts. System Of A Down, known for their unique blend of alternative metal and thought-provoking lyrics, will headline the show, delivering a powerful and dynamic performance. Avenged Sevenfold, with their signature heavy metal sound and captivating stage presence, will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression. Polyphia, the instrumental progressive rock band, will showcase their intricate guitar work and innovative compositions, adding a distinct flair to the lineup. Soldier Field Stadium, located in the heart of Chicago, provides the perfect backdrop for this epic event, ensuring an immersive and memorable experience for all attendees. Don't miss the chance to witness these iconic bands come together for a night of unparalleled music and energy.

Water Environment Federation Technical Exhibition & Conference will showcases products like Aeromedical equipment, aircraft, avionics systems, electronic flight bags, finance & leasing, defence, security and much more etc The largest event of its kind in North America, the Technical Exhibition and Conference provides water quality professionals with top-notch education and training. The Utility Partnership Program offers discounted rates on full conference registration to maximize utility attendance. Information Source: Water Environment Federation | expotobi

Yoko Ono: Music of the Mind presents one of the most comprehensive exhibitions to date of Yoko Ono, the trailblazing artist, celebrated musician, and formidable campaigner for world peace. This remarkable retrospective—on view at the MCA as the only US venue*—celebrates key moments of Ono’s career, showcasing art driven by ideas and expressed in poetic, humorous, and profound ways. Tracing Ono’s career since the 1950s, Music of the Mind presents over 200 works across a variety of media including performance footage, music and sound recordings, scores, film, photography, installation, and archival materials. Participatory artworks—a key aspect of Ono’s practice—also feature in the exhibition, and visitors are invited to partake in several interactive, instruction-based artworks throughout Music of the Mind.

Jitish Kallat’s site-specific installation, Public Notice 3, returns to the Art Institute of Chicago’s Grand Staircase this fall after a 14-year hiatus. Initially unveiled on September 11, 2010, the work connects two significant historical events separated by 108 years: the First World’s Parliament of Religions which began on September 11, 1893, and the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon on September 11, 2001. At the earlier event, the World Parliament of Religions, held in an auditorium that encompassed the area that today includes both the museum’s Fullerton Hall and Woman’s Board Grand Staircase, a young Hindu monk, Swami Vivekananda electrified audiences with a powerful speech calling for an end to religious fundamentalism, intolerance, and bigotry.

Wafaa Bilal: Indulge Me is the first major survey of internationally renowned artist Wafaa Bilal (b. 1966, Najaf, Iraq; lives in New York, NY). Working in performance, sculpture, and with online and interactive technologies, Bilal’s interdisciplinary practice investigates the dynamic between international and interpersonal politics while highlighting the tension between his home in the United States, which he has deemed the “comfort zone,” and the “conflict zone” of Iraq. The exhibition covers the breadth of Bilal’s versatile career by exploring his performance practice, the use of power in Saddam Hussein’s regime, and Iraqi history and antiquity. It will feature archival displays of his iconic month-long performance Domestic Tension (2007) and year-long performance 3rdi (2010–11), as well as two new works including a sculptural commission for the MCA.

This exhibition focuses on a single artwork by Pipilotti Rist (b. 1962, Grabs, Switzerland; lives and works in Zürich), the 2001 video installation Supersubjektiv. Rist filmed the video footage featured in Supersubjektiv using a handheld digital camera during a month-long trip to Japan in December 2000. The hallucinatory video, presented in the Turner Gallery as a multichannel installation accompanied by sheepskin seating and an artist-made pillow, offers viewers a dream-like space for contemplation and curiosity. Paired with an ambient electronic soundtrack with lyrics sung in English and Japanese, the artwork examines nature, the built environment, and technology with wide-eyed wonder. Visitors are encouraged to relax and lose track of time as they take in Rist’s audiovisual meditation on longing for connection in our vast, globalized society.

Learn the untold history of four Kumu Hula (master teachers of Hawaiian Hula) who perpetuated, preserved, and protected Hula as a way of life. Listen to the voices of Kānaka Maoli (Native Hawaiians) as they tell their own history and learn how their community continues to thrive in Chicago and beyond. Chicago- and Hawai`i-born Native Hawaiians continue these practices together and act as co-curators for this limited-time exhibition.

Art and science intersect on the three-foot-tall pages of one of the world’s rarest books.

Iman Issa’s Heritage Studies are displays based on historical artifacts, which attempt to communicate their significance to the present moment. In her process, the objects are altered: Issa changes their materials, scale, and color to a degree that the resemblance between the historic artifact and Issa’s work can be difficult to discern. Despite these dissimilarities, the artist insists on the equivalence of these objects, almost like the equivalence between a photograph and its subject.

Step into the exciting world of one of the most beloved superheroes of all time in Marvel's Spider-Man: Beyond Amazing – The Exhibition. In this immersive exhibit, you'll see rare comic books, view props and costumes from your favorite Spider-Man movies, explore cutting-edge interactive installations and take photos with life-size statues of your favorite characters, like Miles Morales, Ghost-Spider and, of course, Spider-Man! Superfans can dive deep into the evolution of Spider-Man from his first comic book appearance to the latest TV, movie and video games, while kids of all ages can get hands-on with drawing activities and more.

City in a Garden: Queer Art and Activism in Chicago is an intergenerational group exhibition that highlights Chicago’s essential, yet often underacknowledged, role in the story of queer art and activism. The exhibition examines this history from the mid-1980s, when activists radically mobilized in response to the US government’s disastrous handling of the AIDS crisis. In this moment of change, activists reclaimed the historically pejorative epithet “queer” as a liberatory term, encompassing all who purposefully deviate from heteronormative society. Drawn from the MCA’s collection and other local collections, City in a Garden follows this paradigm shift in LGBTQ+ history by bringing together work from over 30 artists and collectives working in Chicago from the 1980s to the present.

Jorja Smith Chicago is set to captivate audiences at The Salt Shed on August 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Located at 1357 N Elston Ave, this iconic venue in the heart of Chicago will host an unforgettable evening of soulful melodies and powerful performances. With tickets priced at $96, attendees can anticipate an immersive experience as Jorja Smith, renowned for her emotive voice and compelling lyrics, graces the stage. Known for hits like "Blue Lights" and "On My Mind," her live performances are a testament to her artistry and charisma. The Salt Shed, with its unique ambiance and acoustics, promises to enhance the evening, making it a must-attend event for music enthusiasts. As the anticipation builds, Jorja Smith Chicago is poised to be a highlight of the city's vibrant cultural calendar.

Death Cab for Cutie and Nation of Language are set to captivate audiences in Chicago with an unforgettable performance at The Chicago Theatre. Nestled in the heart of the city at 175 N State St, this iconic venue will host the event on August 5, 2025, at 7:30 PM. With ticket prices ranging from $40 to $110, fans have the opportunity to experience the evocative melodies and introspective lyrics that have defined Death Cab for Cutie's illustrious career. Meanwhile, Nation of Language, known for their synth-driven soundscapes, will add a modern twist to the evening, making it a must-see event for music enthusiasts. The combination of these two acclaimed bands promises a night of musical brilliance, drawing attendees from all walks of life to the vibrant city of Chicago.

The main idea is to hang with the Out Our Front Door community and welcome new folks that are interested in riding or volunteering with OOFD. It is a fun, chill, casual time to socialize and hangout/have a good time. Come meet some of the OOFD crew, ask questions, figure out ways to get involved, ask your questions about bike adventures and camping. At 8:00pm, we will briefly gather round for some very brief announcements. An OOFD Volunteer will highlight a couple upcoming events, share a fun fact about the ecology or history of our location, and point out other OOFD guides in attendance, so everyone knows the faces of some friendly folks who are happy to answer questions about anything Out Our Front Door. Back up location in case the weather is wet or too chilly will be The New Look Restaurant, a bar up the road from the park. In case of unfriendly outside weather, keep an eye on our social media the day of to see if we make the move. Information Source: Out Our Front Door | eventbrite

The Coronas Chicago, a highly anticipated event, is set to captivate audiences at the renowned Beat Kitchen on August 6, 2025, at 8:00 PM. Nestled in the vibrant city of Chicago, this event promises an unforgettable evening of music and camaraderie. Located at 2100 W Belmont Ave, the Beat Kitchen offers an intimate setting, perfect for experiencing the dynamic energy of The Coronas. With tickets priced at $47, attendees are in for a treat as the band brings its unique sound and engaging performance to the heart of Chicago. Known for their compelling melodies and heartfelt lyrics, The Coronas have garnered a dedicated following, making this event a must-see for music enthusiasts. As the date approaches, excitement builds, ensuring that The Coronas Chicago will be an evening to remember.

Death Cab for Cutie Chicago promises an unforgettable evening of indie rock magic at The Chicago Theatre, a historic venue nestled in the heart of the Windy City. On August 6, 2025, at precisely 7:30 PM, the iconic band will grace the stage, captivating audiences with their evocative melodies and poignant lyrics. With ticket prices ranging from $40 to $98, fans are offered a range of options to experience this musical journey. The Chicago Theatre, located at 175 N State St, is renowned for its stunning architecture and acoustics, providing the perfect backdrop for Death Cab for Cutie's ethereal soundscapes. As anticipation builds for this highly anticipated event, the blend of the band's soulful tunes and the venue's rich history creates an atmosphere ripe for an extraordinary night. Whether one is a long-time admirer or a newcomer to their music, Death Cab for Cutie Chicago is set to be a highlight of the summer concert season, drawing music lovers from near and far to the vibrant city of Chicago.