1. Jay Pritzker Pavilion
9.3
201 E Randolph St (btwn Columbus Dr & Michigan Ave), Chicago, IL
Amphitheater · Grant Park · 100 tips and reviews
Julia Styles: New Music Mondays has some of the best independent bands perform during the summer. If the band is popular, make sure to come early.
InterContinental Hotels & Resorts: Enjoy the serenity of the great lawn, where locals and tourists alike come with their blankets, chairs and picnic baskets to listen to the many free concerts held there. Read more.
Brianne W: It's a great place to watch concerts and movies in the park! If you're sitting on the lawn, arrive early!
2. Millennium Park
9.5
201 E Randolph St (btwn Columbus Dr & Michigan Ave), Chicago, IL
Park · Grant Park · 618 tips and reviews
Kirstjen Lorenz: A wonderful place for a concert, but it's even a lot of fun to just lay on the grass & read a book on your workday lunch hour.
Kevin Mac: Like NY's Central Park, but exceptional in a Chicago way. Lots to do and see year-round including picnics, concerts, skating and scenery.
L K: Must see in Chicago. Beautiful grounds for a concert, a movie, or just to walk around outside.
4. Lincoln Hall
9.1
2424 N Lincoln Ave (btwn W Montana St & W Fullerton Ave), Chicago, IL
Music Venue · North Side · 72 tips and reviews
David Stepanek: The Best music venue and chicago! Also the cleanest! Always have a good time!
Stephanie Simon: Definitely one of the best concert venues in the city. Arrive a little early and get a seat along the balcony upstairs.
Amy Graff: The best sound system of any music venue in Chicago. Wildly clean, two levels, and multiple bars make Lincoln Hall a complete joy for enjoying live music.
kristen loper: I've mostly seen comedians and speakers, it's a great music venue! Saw Conan O'Brien here last night, Anthony Bourdain a few weeks ago, Eddie Izzard on two separate tours, and a coupla bands.
Stefanie: Beautiful and iconic performance space. A must see. Seating in the balcony is better than floor seats in the back of the main level.
Mark Modricker: An amazing place to see a concert, I saw the National here last year, it ROCKED! Read more.
Diana Rocha: world's best, chicago's own! student tickets available to select shows for 10$ on cso's website. watching cso perform will blow you away and/or bring you to tears. it's a beautiful experience.
Erik Rowley: Beautiful architecture and concert hall. I saw movie master John Williams conduct here and it will be a memory I cherish forever. Dress up and bring a date, she'll love it.
Jeiran Hasan: You can also see the Chicago youth symphony perform here
Mike Doose: Great concert venue! Good wines, decently varied selection of local, national and imported beers. And a unique albeit expensive menu of food items. I recommend the Arroncini balls and the Cheese Plate
Daria Melnikova: Ok second visit was much better than the first. I found the food on the menu what I love. Also here is great concert hall.
Kimberly Wolfson: My favorite music venue these days! Great duck tacos! Amazing wine! Wonderful wait staff.
8. Chicago Cultural Center
8.9
78 E Washington St (btwn N Michigan & N Garland Ct.), Chicago, IL
Museum · The Loop · 153 tips and reviews
Dora: Most concerts, shows, exhibits and dance programs are free! Step inside and check the schedule (and don’t forget to look up – there are two gorgeous stained glass domes).Powered by ParentsConnect.co Read more.
Examiner.com: Drink chai, hear music, people-watch every day at the Chicago Cultural Center. Come and enjoy weekly concerts produced by the International Music Foundation. Read more.
Christopher Burdick: I love going here for free concerts, events, and art exhibits. Also, the building itself is well worth the experience, complete with beautiful mosaic-tile ceilings.
Andy Sloan: Great, classic music venue here!
Dav: Green mill is awesome laid back...great place to converse and listen to live jazz...
Erik Rowley: Owned by gang member Machine Gun Jack McGurn, Capone frequented here often. A must visit Chicago establishment with excellent cocktails, fantastic live jazz music, and a rich history.
11. The Hideout
8.6
1354 W Wabansia Ave (btwn Elston Ave & Throop St), Chicago, IL
Rock Club · Bucktown · 56 tips and reviews
Chris Broyles: One of my all-time favorite music venues in Chicago Read more.
Cheapism: This small bar has been around since 1934. They hosts live music, theater performances, art shows and book signings, as well as being a great place to have a drink. Read more.
Jen Kiper: Great place to see live music and the nicest bar staff around
12. The Vic Theatre
8.2
3145 N Sheffield Ave (btwn W Fletcher St & W Belmont Ave), Chicago, IL
Music Venue · Lakeview · 53 tips and reviews
Cracken .: Whether its seeing a concert, or enjoyin the Brew & View, The Vic is my favorite theater in Chi-town.
Heidi Aldama: Love going to concerts here. You can walk up to the front, place your beer on the stage and dance the night away.
Redeye Chicago: Alternately a music venue and a movie theater, this celebrated locale is the perfect place to catch touring artists or enjoy a few beers during rowdy screenings of second-run and classic movies. Read more.
13. Beat Kitchen
8.6
2100 W Belmont Ave (at Hoyne Ave), Chicago, IL
Music Venue · Roscoe Village · 49 tips and reviews
TicketWeb: Get nice and cozy with some great up-and-coming talent. Beat Kitchen is tiny slice of concert heaven with great food up front & party in the back. TW ♥'s Beat Kitchen. Read more.
Time Out Chicago: On Sundays, the venerable music venue delivers the best of Chicago's rockin' kids' music scene to little scenesters, with names like Jeanie B and the Jelly Beans and Mr. Singer & The Sharp Cookies.-MS Read more.
Time Out Chicago: On Sundays, the venerable music venue delivers the best of Chicago's rockin' kids' music scene to little scenesters, with names like Jeanie B and the Jelly Beans and Mr. Singer & The Sharp Cookies.