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Stevie Wonder concert

Stevie Wonder concert

Nov 21, 2026 Chicago
Upcoming

Stevie Wonder is scheduled to perform at the United Center in Chicago on November 21, 2026. The concert is part of a global tour celebrating the 50th anniversary of his landmark 1976...

Music Concert +4
Soul Train Awards

Soul Train Awards

Nov 27, 2026 Chicago
Upcoming

The Soul Train Awards returns in 2026 after a three-year hiatus, featuring a reimagined format and a move to its birthplace of Chicago. Premiering on Friday, November 27, on BET, the ceremony...

Music Awards Soul Music +6
Humanities Festival

Humanities Festival

Sep 14 - Nov 14, 2026 Chicago
Ongoing

The Chicago Humanities Festival 2026 fall season runs from September 14 through November 14, offering a series of intellectual and cultural programs across the city. The event features a diverse lineup of...

Humanities Literature +8
Maxwell Street Market

Maxwell Street Market

May 17 - Oct 4, 2026 Chicago
Ongoing

Maxwell Street Market is a free seasonal open-air market on Maxwell Street in Chicago, held on six Sundays from May 17 through October 4, 2026. Visitors can browse food, handmade and resale...

Open Air Market Food & drink +6
HACK JOB, A Comedy Show

HACK JOB, A Comedy Show

Jun 24, 2026 - Jun 23, 2027 Chicago
Ongoing

HACK JOB, A Comedy Show is a biweekly comedy showcase featuring Chicago’s best comedians, held at Blind Barber in Fulton Market. The event runs every two weeks on Wednesday, from June 24,...

Comedy Showcase +3