

# Events & Things To Do In Chicago on 17th October 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Chicago on 17th October 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.
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## About

Discover the best events and activities in Chicago on 17th October 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.

## Events in Chicago

- **Event Name**: Ben Schwartz & Friends
  - **Description**: InformationMature Audience Only. By purchasing tickets to this event, you agree to abide by the health and safety measures in effect at the time of the event. Government mandates, venue protocols, and event requirements are subject to c
  - **Date**: Sat Oct 17 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat Oct 17 2026 at 09:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/ben-schwartz-and-friends/210004367542303
  - **Venue**: The Chicago Theatre
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy80MzM1YjFkMThlZmEwZmQwODZiZWZkNmVkYTA3ZmFkNjg3YzQ0ZTIxM2Q2YmVjMTg1ODhiNWJiNzBmOWU5NjgwLXJpbWctdzEwMjQtaDU3Ni1kY2JjNjAzNS1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzA3NDQzMDk.avif
- **Event Name**: HA HA DAVIS & FRIENDS SWEETEST DAY COMEDY SHOW
  - **Description**: Get ready to LOL with Ha Ha Davis &amp; friends at the sweetest comedy night in town!About this EventGet Ready for the HA HA DAVIS &amp; FRIENDS SWEETEST DAY COMEDY SHOW!Join us in person for a night fu
  - **Date**: Sat Oct 17 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat Oct 17 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/ha-ha-davis-and-friends-sweetest-day-comedy-show/100001980831905552
  - **Venue**: Harold Washington Cultural Center
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvZjk2MjFhMDhiNmJjMWI4MzJhM2E3NmU0M2Q3OTk2NmEzZTJkNmM1NzdiNmNhNzZiMmNhZDY3NDU4ZGZmNjRlZi1yaW1nLXc5NDAtaDQ3MC1kYzMxMDEwNS1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzAxMzIwNzU.avif
  - **Price**: USD 50 to 93
  - **Categories**: comedy, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Parking Brad Williams
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: The Chicago Theatre
🏠 Address: 175 North State Street, Chicago, IL 60601
🌆 City: Chicago
📍 Location: 41.8854, -87.6275✨ Experience the magic of Parking Brad Williams, where moments become memories that last a lifetime! 🏛️ The ic
  - **Date**: Sat Oct 17 2026 (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/parking-brad-williams/3200029424243425
  - **Venue**: The Chicago Theatre
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy8wMDk5MGI3MC1lYTE4LTExZjAtYTEyMy1lMThhMDgxYmVkMzMtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNjAwLWRjMTYwNjAzLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc2NzYwNDkyNg.avif
  - **Categories**: art, theatre
- **Event Name**: Jesse Welles at Salt Shed - Indoor Shed
  - **Description**: 🌟 Journey into wonder at Jesse Welles at Salt Shed - Indoor Shed, where extraordinary experiences await around every corner! 🏛️ Set against the backdrop of Salt Shed - Indoor Shed in dynamic Chicago,
  - **Date**: Sat Oct 17 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat Oct 17 2026 at 09:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/jesse-welles-at-salt-shed-indoor-shed/2400029853994454
  - **Venue**: Salt Shed - Indoor Shed
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9hZDA5YThhMC0yNzU5LTExZjEtYWJmYS1kZjc3OGZiZjE2ZGEtcmltZy13NzM1LWgxMTAzLWRjYWNhYmE3LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3NDM0MDE1Mw.avif
- **Event Name**: Project Management ( PMP ) Exam Prep Classroom Training in Chicago, IL
  - **Description**: Centuera, a highly regarded and globally recognized professional training institute, is honored to invite you to join the ranks of the hundreds of thousands of certified professionals who have been trained by Centuera.The Project Management Professiona
  - **Date**: Sat Oct 17 2026 (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/project-management-pmp-exam-prep-classroom-training-in-chicago-il-tickets/80003109300299
  - **Venue**: Regus - Chicago - Hyde Park
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4yLmFsbGV2ZW50cy5pbi90aHVtYnMvdGh1bWI2OTc4ZTUwZDFiNDc0LmpwZw.avif
  - **Price**: USD 1,599
  - **Categories**: workshops, nonprofit
- **Event Name**: 5k Fun Run x Printer's Row Brewing | 2026 IL Brewery Running Series
  - **Description**: Join us for a 5k Fun Run on October 17 at Printer's Row Brewing. Run, walk or jog a 5k course, then celebrate at the finish line!About this Event  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/cc0573e0-d017-11f0-83ae-936a8ea2defc-ri
  - **Date**: Sat Oct 17 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat Oct 17 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/5k-fun-run-x-printers-row-brewing-|-2026-il-brewery-running-series/100001975138244659
  - **Venue**: Printer's Row Brewing
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy9lOWU4NGUzMDVhYThlNzUxYjRjYjlkMTQwYjRlZmY2ODg2Y2UwNjkyNmVhNDhlY2Q0YWMwNDBlYTllNzcxODE5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kY2M0NGEyOC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NjQ3NDYxMTg.avif
  - **Price**: USD 53 to 76
  - **Categories**: Workshops, Art, Nonprofit, fine-arts
- **Event Name**: Brad Williams
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: The Chicago Theatre
🏠 Address: 175 North State Street, Chicago, IL 60601
🌆 City: Chicago
📍 Location: 41.8854, -87.6275✨ Enter a world of endless possibilities at Brad Williams, where every moment tells a story! 🏛️ The stunning
  - **Date**: Sat Oct 17 2026 at 12:30 am (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/brad-williams/3200029323859345
  - **Venue**: The Chicago Theatre
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy8zY2Q5M2VhMC1mNWM4LTExZjAtOTJkNi1kNTY4ZTI2NTNkOGYtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNjc1LWRjMTcwNzAzLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc2ODg5MDA4MQ.avif
  - **Categories**: art, theatre, trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: Introduction to Aquaponics
  - **Description**: Come learn the ins and outs of growing fish and plants together in your own home!About this EventJoin Plant Chicago's Director of Operations, Eric Weber, for an introduction to this innovative way of growing your own food
  - **Date**: Sat Oct 17 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Oct 17 2026 at 12:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/introduction-to-aquaponics/100001983997668434
  - **Venue**: Plant Chicago
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy80MjExMmRjOGU4MGQ5NjA1YzBhY2RhZTlhNzAxYzY2Y2RjNWVhYjNiMGZhMDM0ZmJlNWY4YmY2MjRiMzRmZTliLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDgwMC1kY2Y0ZjBlZC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzIzMzI4NDY.avif
  - **Price**: USD 18 to 29
  - **Categories**: workshops
- **Event Name**: Osees
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Thalia Hall - Chicago
🏠 Address: 1807 South Allport Street, Chicago, IL 60608
🌆 City: Chicago
📍 Location: 41.8577, -87.6575🌟 Journey into wonder at Osees, where extraordinary experiences await around every corner! 🏛️ Set against
  - **Date**: Sat Oct 17 2026 (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/osees/3200027255764950
  - **Venue**: Thalia Hall - Chicago
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9jMzEzZjI5MC03ZjhmLTExZWYtOTkzMi1kYmY5MmM1MTRkMWItcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNjExLWRjMTYxNzE4LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTcyNzc0NDA5MA.avif

## Trending Events in Chicago

- **Event Name**: Rock The Boat Chicago The Biggest All White Yacht Party Juneteenth Weekend
  - **Description**: The biggest All White daytime yacht party in Chicago. Juneteenth Weekend. Lake Michigan. Early Bird $50.About this Eventhttps://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/515b4090-f57c-11f0-92d6-d568e2653d8f-rimg-w5
  - **Venue**: Anita Dee II Yacht
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb696f2f5114ff5.jpg
- **Event Name**: African/Caribbean International Festival of Life (IFOL) - 33rd Annual.
  - **Description**: Celebrate America’s 250th Independence Anniversary @ 33rd AFRICAN/CARIBBEAN INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF LIFE (IFOL) July 4th weekend, Fri., Sat., Sun., 3, 4 &amp; 5th, 2026 @Union Park, 1501 W. Rand
  - **Venue**: Union Park
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69c5af3add268.jpg
- **Event Name**: Family Building Panel in Chicago | Surrogacy, IVF & LGBTQ Parenthood Event
  - **Description**: You don’t want to miss this.If you’re exploring surrogacy, IVF, egg donation, or alternative paths to parenthood in Chicago, a Families Out Loud panel is designed to give you the clarity and community many intended parents are searc
  - **Venue**: Willis Tower, South Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, USA
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69b725dd2eb1a.jpg
- **Event Name**: Chicago Area - Pop Up Picnic Park Date for Couples! (Self-Guided)
  - **Description**: Park Picnic date For Couples (Self-Guided) Enjoy fun digital activities in your digital date night box!About this Eventhttps://youtu.be/3RnPhdEZLIIPOP-UP PICNIC IN THE PARK DATE NIGHT INCLUDES:
  - **Venue**: Robert Taylor Park - Recommended Park Venue or another park choice (YOU MUST USE PDF TICKETS EMAILED FOR EVENT- NO MOBILE APP OR QR CODES ACCEPTED)
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/844c1e792ddc0735ba26b19e0ccb972c91f8ca3f20a95c2e3578f9c7d3120ad3-rimg-w612-h408-dcfdfefd-gmir.jpg?v=1763362368
- **Event Name**: Chicago Strategic Leadership Masterclass July 16-17, 2026
  - **Description**: Many professionals are promoted into leadership roles without formal leadership training. They are expected to motivate teams, communicate clearly, and guide decisions while managing competing priorities.Without a clear understandin
  - **Venue**: Loews Chicago O'Hare Hotel
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69a9d05e088f2.jpg
- **Event Name**: 2-Day Chicago Event Planner Certification July 18-19, 2026
  - **Description**: Certified Event Planner (CEP) – 2-Day Intensive TrainingTake your event planning skills from good to great. This premium certification program gives you the practical strategies, insider knowledge, and professional
  - **Venue**: Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69a9cf06122f8.jpg
- **Event Name**: From Expert Contributor to Authentic Leader: Design Your Leadership Style
  - **Description**: Stop trying to fit the mold of a 'boss' and start building the leader you actually want to follow.We've all worked for the "accidental manager"; the high performer who was promoted for their technical skill and ability to execute, but left witho
  - **Venue**: 318 West Adams Street, Chicago, IL, USA
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb697fec1f52f54.jpg
- **Event Name**: Project Management ( PMP ) Exam Prep Classroom Training in Chicago, IL
  - **Description**: Centuera, a highly regarded and globally recognized professional training institute, is honored to invite you to join the ranks of the hundreds of thousands of certified professionals who have been trained by Centuera.The Project Management Professiona
  - **Venue**: Regus - Chicago - Hyde Park
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6978e50d1b474.jpg
- **Event Name**: Morgan Wallen Still the Problem Tour 2026
  - **Description**: 🎶 Morgan Wallen Live in Chicago — Win 2 Tickets!Country music superstar Morgan Wallen is bringing his chart-topping hits to Chicago for an electrifying live concert experience. From fan favorite
  - **Venue**: Soldier Field
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb695c997b2259e.jpg

## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Chicago?
  - **A:** Ben Schwartz & Friends (Sat Oct 17 2026 at 07:00 pm at The Chicago Theatre), HA HA DAVIS & FRIENDS SWEETEST DAY COMEDY SHOW (Sat Oct 17 2026 at 07:00 pm at Harold Washington Cultural Center), Parking Brad Williams (Sat Oct 17 2026 at The Chicago Theatre), Jesse Welles at Salt Shed - Indoor Shed (Sat Oct 17 2026 at 07:00 pm at Salt Shed - Indoor Shed), Project Management ( PMP ) Exam Prep Classroom Training in Chicago, IL (Sat Oct 17 2026 at Regus - Chicago - Hyde Park).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Chicago?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Chicago on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Chicago?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Chicago?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Chicago include The Chicago Theatre, Harold Washington Cultural Center, Salt Shed - Indoor Shed.
- **Q**: What is the price range for events in Chicago?
  - **A:** Prices for events in Chicago range from USD 18 to USD 1,599. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Chicago?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Chicago include ITE, Seat Geek, Vivid Events.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Chicago?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Chicago.

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