Art and theatre events in Chicago

Performances, theatre events and art exhibitions in Chicago

Art gives voice to the voiceless and fame to the ignored. You can learn various forms of art from dancing to sketching in Chicago. There are designated classes, drama workshops, and art events in Chicago for the same. If you just want to be a mere spectator you can attend theatre events and art exhibitions in Chicago too.

Ever wanted to volunteer in those nukkad, nataks or street shows? Wish to learn the basics of painting? Well, just explore through the art & theatre events in Chicago.

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Upcoming Arts events in Chicago

Date Event Venue
10 Oct 2025 Chicago St Patty Day Exotic Paintings BYOB Wine and Paint Male Model 5425 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago
13 Jul 2025 Amazing Scavenger Hunt Adventure - Chicago IL Dearborn Street Bridge, Chicago
26 Jul 2025 Jon B. Shae Universe in Chicago House of Blues Chicago
19 Jul 2025 Renegade Chicago Logan Square N Kedzie Blvd. between W Fullerton and W Palmer Square, Chicago
18 Jul 2025 Chicago Photography Exhibition Bridgeport Art Center, Chicago
20 Aug 2025 Nine Inch Nails in Chicago United Center, Chicago
26 Jul 2025 Epic Cons Chicago 3 Navy Pier, Chicago
22 Aug 2025 Oliver Francis JordanxBell in Chicago Subterranean, Chicago
24 Sep 2025 CHICAGO In Person (IP) Diversity Career Fair 09042025 Courtyard Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile
29 Aug 2025 My Chemical Romance DEVO in Chicago Soldier Field, Chicago

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