# Live Shows in Elgin | Performances, Musicals & Acts

- **Subtitle**: Find live performances in Elgin — musicals, variety shows, dance and stage acts. Browse upcoming shows by date and venue and book tickets.
- **Category**: Performances
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## Featured Events

- **Event Name**: BANDA MACH DE PEPE GUARDADO & MAS
  - **Description**: Don't miss BANDA MACH DE PEPE GUARDADO & MAS happening at Estrellas Del Millenium, Elgin, IL, United States on 2026-08-21T20:00:00-06:00. A great evening with good music and a laid-back atmosphere awaits you. Invite your friends for a night out!  **Ev
  - **Date**: Fri, 21 Aug at 08:00 pm – Fri, 21 Aug at 10:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/elgin/banda-mach-de-pepe-guardado-and-mas/2900030419378104
  - **Venue**: Estrellas Del Millenium
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  - **Price**: min: 50, max: 50, currency: USD
  - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment

## About

For the lover of all things art there is a lot to catch; performing arts, musicals and theater events in Elgin are all set to keep you entertained. There are these amazing and unforgettable performances in Elgin that will keep you hooked for days long. This is your guide to the Elgin show listings and all the top-rated performances so you never miss out on top-rated events. Explore the best of Broadway shows, plays and performances with us and book your tickets already.

## Performances Events in Elgin

- **Event Name**: El Trote De Las Calacas 2026 Lively Cultural Event & Certified 5K Race
  - **Description**: Experience the festive El Trote De Las Calacas (Skeleton Trot), a USTF-certified 5K race/walk and lively cultural event in its third annual year! With over 1,000 attendees in 2025, all will experience the celebration honoring Day of the Dead with music, f
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Sat Oct 10 2026 at 09:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/elgin/el-trote-de-las-calacas-2026-lively-cultural-event-and-certified-5k-race/200030380915411
  - **Venue**: 270 N Grove Ave, Elgin, IL, United States, Illinois 60120
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  - **Categories**: sports, performances, workshops, entertainment, charities, marathons
- **Event Name**: An Evening with Kevin Smith
  - **Description**: Join filmmaker, actor, comedian, author, and podcaster Kevin Smith for an unforgettable evening of stories, laughs, and audience interaction. Best known for creating the cult classic Clerks and the fan-favorite Jay and Silent Bob films, Smith
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  - **Date**: Fri Sep 18 2026 at 07:30 pm – Fri Sep 18 2026 at 08:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/elgin/an-evening-with-kevin-smith/80005259935734
  - **Venue**: The Hemmens
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  - **Categories**: comedy, entertainment, art, theatre, literary-art
- **Event Name**: BANDA MACH DE PEPE GUARDADO & MAS
  - **Description**: Don't miss BANDA MACH DE PEPE GUARDADO & MAS happening at Estrellas Del Millenium, Elgin, IL, United States on 2026-08-21T20:00:00-06:00. A great evening with good music and a laid-back atmosphere awaits you. Invite your friends for a night out!  **Ev
  - **Date**: Fri Aug 21 2026 at 08:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/elgin/banda-mach-de-pepe-guardado-and-mas/2900030419378104
  - **Venue**: Estrellas Del Millenium
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  - **Price**: USD 50
  - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment
- **Event Name**: TOM SAWYER @ OLD REPUBLIC !!
  - **Description**: TOM SAWYER video: https://youtu.be/HGj-ArCx45s?si=TpLBpGeMsNUjaOmy

TOM SAWYER is Chicago's Premiere RUSH Tribute, serving the Chicagoland RUSH community since 2017 !!

TOM SAWYER faithfully recreates the TRUE POWER TRIO lineup of RUSH !! We emphasize the
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 34
  - **Date**: Fri Sep 11 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/elgin/tom-sawyer-old-republic/200030485899906
  - **Venue**: Old Republic Kitchen + Bar
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Ocean's Rat Pack @ Old Republic || 8/30/26
  - **Description**: Don't miss Ocean's Rat Pack at Old Republic on Sunday, August 30th at 1pm. // $10 Cash Cover at the Door //

Ocean's Rat Pack is the ultimate tribute group devoted to the music of Dean Martin by Tony Ocean, Frank Sinatra by Bill Serritella and Sammy Davis
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  - **Date**: Sun Aug 30 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/elgin/oceans-rat-pack-old-republic-8-30-26/200030442737831
  - **Venue**: 155 S Randall Rd, Elgin, IL, United States, Illinois 60123
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  - **Categories**: performances, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Elgin Detective Mystery Game: Infiltrate a Secret Society!
  - **Description**: ⭐ A leaked plot pulls you into Elgin Detective Mystery Game: Infiltrate a Secret Society! Every church, tower, and street corner may hide the next clue. Highlights 🕵️ Self-guided outdoor detective game blending scavenger hunt and escape room 🧩 Decode symb
  - **Date**: Tue Aug 25 2026 at 12:00 am – Tue Aug 25 2026 at 02:00 am (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/elgin/elgin-detective-mystery-game-infiltrate-a-secret-society/2700030561489812
  - **Venue**: Barclay Park
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  - **Price**: USD 12
- **Event Name**: David's Bazaar @ Old Republic, Elgin, IL
  - **Description**: Another fine hodgepodge of live acoustic interpretations, ranging from Springsteen to Slipknot to Stapleton, from Floyd to Fuel to Furs, from Mraz to Metallica to Malone, from Cash to Costello to Combs, from Prine to Presley to Petty, from Foo to Goo to W
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  - **Date**: Thu Sep 10 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu Sep 10 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/elgin/davids-bazaar-old-republic-elgin-il/200030442736920
  - **Venue**: Old Republic Kitchen + Bar
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- **Event Name**: Captain Ambivalent's Big Time Reality Show
  - **Description**: A decade ago Captain Ambivalent took his accordion to television. A century ago Uncle Barney took his banjo to vaudeville. Tonight a dozen over-the-top novelty acts* audition to tell those stories with song, dance, and comedy, as twenties and twenties col
  - **Date**: Fri Sep 25 2026 at 07:30 pm – Fri Sep 25 2026 at 08:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/elgin/captain-ambivalents-big-time-reality-show/200030425958608
  - **Venue**: Elgin Fringe Festival
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  - **Categories**: Art, comedy

## Trending Events in Elgin

- **Event Name**: Conjunto Nube, La Zenda Norteña, La Fe Norteña De Toño Aranda, La Kumbre Con K, Conjunto Garantía Norteña in Elgin
  - **Description**: 🎶 Don't Miss La Kumbre Con K Live in Elgin on Saturday, September 5, 2026! 🎶
Are you ready to experience La Kumbre Con K like never before? With chart-topping hits like el taca taca ta (remix), La Guitarra de Lolo (Huapango)
  - **Venue**: Arena los Pinos
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- **Event Name**: El Trote De Las Calacas 2026 Lively Cultural Event & Certified 5K Race
  - **Description**: Experience the festive El Trote De Las Calacas (Skeleton Trot), a USTF-certified 5K race/walk and lively cultural event in its third annual year! With over 1,000 attendees in 2025, all will experience the celebration honoring Day of the Dead with music, f
  - **Venue**: 270 N Grove Ave, Elgin, IL, United States, Illinois 60120
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- **Event Name**: "The Little Mermaid" with The Home Creative Co.
  - **Description**: Dive under the sea with The Home Creative Co.'s immersive production of Disney's The Little Mermaid!About this EventBased on the beloved animated film and featuring unforgettable songs by Alan Menken, Howard Ashman, and G
  - **Venue**: Elgin Art Showcase
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- **Event Name**: Elgin’s 2026 Movies in the Park - Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
  - **Description**: Friday, Aug. 21 
Festival Park (132 S Grove Ave, Elgin, IL)

All movies begin at dusk. Start times vary depending on sunset, so we recommend arriving early to grab a good spot! 

About the movie 🎬 : 
A young boy named Charlie wins a golden ticket to tour
  - **Venue**: Festival Park Elgin
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- **Event Name**: 90's Throwback Night with DJ Cass
  - **Description**: Hit Rewind on the Vibes and Party like it's the 90's again! DJ Cass Returns for the Legendary 90's Party at Martini Room!About this EventBRB..... we are Rewinding to the 90'S!Martini Room is back at it with one of
  - **Venue**: Martini Room
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- **Event Name**: LA FE NORTEÑA, LA KUMBRE CON K Y MAS
  - **Description**: Don't miss 'LA FE NORTEÑA, LA KUMBRE CON K Y MAS', the premier exciting event happening at Arena los Pinos, Elgin, TX, United States. This event showcases the best talent and expertise in the field. Immerse yourself in a world of opportunities and cutting
  - **Venue**: Arena los Pinos
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- **Event Name**: Arizona Wine Founder's Day Festival
  - **Description**: Come celebrate the newest wine releases from Sonoita AVA with us at our fun-filled festival!About this EventWelcome to the Arizona Wine Founder's Day Festival! Join us November 14th, 2026
  - **Venue**: Sonoita Vineyards
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- **Event Name**: La Fe Norteña De Toño Aranda in Elgin
  - **Description**: 🎶 The Ultimate La Fe Norteña De Toño Aranda Experience LIVE at Arena los Pinos—This Saturday, September 5, 2026! 🎶
It's that time of the year where everyone wants to have a musical breath! Your favorite, La Fe Norteña De Toñ
  - **Venue**: Arena los Pinos
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- **Event Name**: LOVE ON THE LAWN DAY
  - **Description**: The 5th Annual Love on the Lawn Day. Music, food, family, and love. 10,000+ attendees expected.
  - **Venue**: 132 S Grove Ave, 60120
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Performances events in Elgin?
  - **A:** El Trote De Las Calacas 2026 Lively Cultural Event & Certified 5K Race (Sat Oct 10 2026 at 09:00 am at 270 N Grove Ave, Elgin, IL, United States, Illinois 60120), An Evening with Kevin Smith (Fri Sep 18 2026 at 07:30 pm at The Hemmens), BANDA MACH DE PEPE GUARDADO & MAS (Fri Aug 21 2026 at 08:00 pm at Estrellas Del Millenium), TOM SAWYER @ OLD REPUBLIC !! (Fri Sep 11 2026 at 09:00 pm at Old Republic Kitchen + Bar), Ocean's Rat Pack @ Old Republic || 8/30/26 (Sun Aug 30 2026 at 01:00 pm at 155 S Randall Rd, Elgin, IL, United States, Illinois 60123).
- **Q**: What Performances events are happening in Elgin this weekend August 21–23, 2026?
  - **A:** BANDA MACH DE PEPE GUARDADO & MAS (Fri Aug 21 2026 at 08:00 pm at Estrellas Del Millenium), BANDA MACH DE PEPE GUARDADO & MAS (Fri, 21 Aug at 08:00 pm at Estrellas Del Millenium).
- **Q**: What Performances events are happening in Elgin in August 2026?
  - **A:** BANDA MACH DE PEPE GUARDADO & MAS (Fri Aug 21 2026 at 08:00 pm at Estrellas Del Millenium), Ocean's Rat Pack @ Old Republic || 8/30/26 (Sun Aug 30 2026 at 01:00 pm at 155 S Randall Rd, Elgin, IL, United States, Illinois 60123), Elgin Detective Mystery Game: Infiltrate a Secret Society! (Tue Aug 25 2026 at 12:00 am at Barclay Park), BANDA MACH DE PEPE GUARDADO & MAS (Fri, 21 Aug at 08:00 pm at Estrellas Del Millenium).
- **Q**: How can I find Performances events in Elgin?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Performances events in Elgin on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Performances events in Elgin?
  - **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 Performances events in Elgin?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Performances events in Elgin include 270 N Grove Ave, Elgin, IL, United States, Illinois 60120, The Hemmens, Estrellas Del Millenium.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Performances events in Elgin?
  - **A:** Prices for Performances events in Elgin range from USD 12 to USD 50. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Performances events in Elgin?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Performances events in Elgin include Gail Borden Public Library, Hemmens Cultural Center, Ticketon Events.
- **Q**: Are there any online Performances events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Performances 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 Performances events in Elgin?
  - **A:** Follow the Performances category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Performances events are listed in Elgin.

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