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Chicago is a hub for exciting live entertainment. We've analyzed our sales data to bring you the most popular theater events so you can easily plan your next outing.
Top Theater Events in Chicago This Weekend
Planning your weekend? There are 52 theater events happening around Chicago this weekend! Here are the most popular theater events happening in Chicago from Thursday to Sunday. Don't miss out on the action!
| Event Name | Date | Venue | Lowest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lyric Opera of Chicago: Madama Butterfly | Apr 9 | Lyric Opera House - IL | $184 |
| Ma Rainey's Black Bottom | Apr 9 | Albert Ivar Goodman Theatre | $63 |
| Hamilton | Apr 9 | CIBC Theatre | $100 |
| Ma Rainey's Black Bottom | Apr 9 | Albert Ivar Goodman Theatre | $78 |
| Hamilton | Apr 10 | CIBC Theatre | $114 |
| Hamilton | Apr 11 | CIBC Theatre | $125 |
| Je'Caryous Johnson's Set It Off | Apr 11 | Arie Crown Theater | $113 |
| Ma Rainey's Black Bottom | Apr 11 | Albert Ivar Goodman Theatre | $80 |
| Hamilton | Apr 11 | CIBC Theatre | $195 |
| Je'Caryous Johnson's Set It Off | Apr 11 | Arie Crown Theater | $125 |
Top 2026 Summer Theater Events in Chicago
Summer is the perfect time for live events in Chicago! Check out this list of the top theater events happening from May through September.
| Event Name | Date | Venue | Lowest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dog Man - The Musical | May 2 | George Van Dusen Theatre At North Shore Center For The Performing Arts | $52 |
| Dog Man - The Musical | May 2 | George Van Dusen Theatre At North Shore Center For The Performing Arts | $64 |
| Sesame Street Live: Elmo's Got The Moves | May 9 | The Chicago Theatre | $57 |
| Les Miserables | May 16 | Cadillac Palace | $134 |
| Les Miserables | May 16 | Cadillac Palace | $94 |
| Les Miserables | May 17 | Cadillac Palace | $130 |
| Les Miserables | May 17 | Cadillac Palace | $92 |
| Kinky Boots | Jun 21 | Nederlander Theatre at Ford Center for the Performing Arts | $96 |
| Suffs | Jul 11 | CIBC Theatre | $86 |
| Hugh Jackman With The Chicago Philharmonic | Aug 9 | Hunter Pavilion At Ravinia | $178 |
Cheap Things to Do in Chicago This Weekend (Under $100)
Looking for fun in Chicago that won't break the bank? You've come to the right place. This list features the best-selling theater events this weekend with tickets under $100.
| Event Name | Date | Venue | Lowest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ma Rainey's Black Bottom | Apr 9 | Albert Ivar Goodman Theatre | $63 |
| Ma Rainey's Black Bottom | Apr 9 | Albert Ivar Goodman Theatre | $78 |
| The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao | Apr 9 | Owen Bruner Goodman Theatre | $66 |
| The Angel Next Door | Apr 9 | North Theatre At North Shore Center For The Performing Arts | $65 |
| Giordano Dance Chicago: Ignite The Soul! Season 63 | Apr 10 | Harris Theater | $84 |
| Ma Rainey's Black Bottom | Apr 11 | Albert Ivar Goodman Theatre | $87 |
| Ballet Folklorico Xochitl: Sembrando Flores | Apr 11 | Studebaker Theater | $62 |
| Ma Rainey's Black Bottom | Apr 11 | Albert Ivar Goodman Theatre | $80 |
| Giordano Dance Chicago: Ignite The Soul! Season 63 | Apr 11 | Harris Theater | $84 |
| Ma Rainey's Black Bottom | Apr 12 | Albert Ivar Goodman Theatre | $56 |