Entertainment This Week
Now Playing in Indiana:
September 4th, 6:00 pm, Exclusive Garrison Brothers Bourbon Dinner, Rosebud Steakhouse, Centennial Village, 9601 Calumet Ave., Munster. $125 per person. FYI www.rosebudsteak.com
September 4th, 6:00 - 8:00 pm, Members & Artists Preview: 82nd Annual Salon Show, South Shore Arts, Main Gallery, Center for Visual & Performing Arts, 1040 Ridge Road, Munster. Free. FYI (219) 836-1839 or www.southshoreartsonline.org
September 5th, 6:00 - 8:00 pm, Opening Reception, Out of Trend - Drawings and Paintings by Irena Siwek, Miller Beach Arts & Creative District CDC, Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts, 540 S. Lake Street, Gary. Free, cash bar & light refreshments. FYI millerbeacharts.org
September 5th, 9:00 pm, DJ Cliqs, Council Oaks Bar Stage, Hard Rock Casino, 5400 West 29th Ave. (I 80-94@Burr), Gary. 21 and older. Free. FYI 219-228-2383 or https://www.hardrockcasinonorthernindiana.com/
September 6th, Doors open at 7:00 pm, Comedian Wanda Sykes, Hard Rock Live, Hard Rock Casino, 5400 West 29th Ave. (I 80-94@Burr), Gary. All reserved seating. 21 and older. Tickets start at $52.50. FYI www.ticketmaster.com.
September 6th, 9:00 pm, DJ Drethe_Giant, Council Oaks Bar Stage, Hard Rock Casino, 5400 West 29th Ave. (I 80-94@Burr), Gary. 21 and older. Free. FYI 219-228-2383 or https://www.hardrockcasinonorthernindiana.com/
September 6th, 9:00 pm, Krista Lynn Meadow, Hard Rock Cafe Stage, Hard Rock Casino, 5400 West 29th Ave. (I 80-94@Burr), Gary. 21 and older. Free. FYI 219-228-2383 or https://www.hardrockcasinonorthernindiana.com/
September 7th, 12:00 - 4:00 pm, Rain or shine. Munster Monarch Festival, Heritage Park, Corner of Ridge & Columbia, Munster. A festival about Pollinators, Nature & History. Dance, Music, Crafts, Food, Booths, Art, Experts, Native Plant giveaway and more. Free. FYI (219) 836-7275 or www.munster.org.
Ongoing Exhibits/Events
Through September 8th, Lubeznik Center for the Arts (LCA) and Unpacked Mobile Gallery presents the Roving Art Exhibition, Color in Transit, Lubeznik Center for the Arts, 101 W. 2nd Street, Michigan City. Free. FYI (219) 874-4900 or LubeznikCenter.org.
Through September 13th, The Underground Region Artists Group Exhibition, South Shore Arts, Substation No. 9, 435 Fayette Street, Hammond. Free. FYI FYI (219) 836-1839 or www.southshoreartsonline.org
Through September 25th, Enduring Connection: Exploring Hazel Hannell As a Lifelong Artist & Influencer, Art Barn School of Art, 695 N 400 E, Valparaiso. Free. FYI www.artbarnschool.org
September 5th through October 10th, Out of Trend - Drawings and Paintings by Irena Siwek, Miller Beach Arts & Creative District CDC, Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts, 540 S. Lake Street, Gary. Free. FYI millerbeacharts.org
September 5th through October 18th, All Creatures Great & Small: A Tapestry of Life in Oils by Denise Petersen, South Shore Arts, Atrium Gallery, Center for Visual & Performing Arts, 1040 Ridge Road, Munster. Free. FYI (219) 836-1839 or www.southshoreartsonline.org
September 5th through November 8th, 82nd Annual Salon Show, South Shore Arts, Main Gallery, Center for Visual & Performing Arts, 1040 Ridge Road, Munster. Free. FYI (219) 836-1839 or www.southshoreartsonline.org
Now Playing in Illinois
September 2nd, 6:30 pm, American Blues Theatre's community event initiative "The Commons" presents the launch of Tania Richard’s book Black Girl From a White Suburb: Finding My Light, Using My Voice. American Blues Theater, 5627 N Lincoln, Chicago. The author will read an excerpt from her memoir followed by a book signing and reception. Free but reservations recommended. FYI (773) 654-3103 or www.AmericanBluesTheater.com
September 3rd, 7:30 pm, The Black Keys: No Rain, No Flowers, Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island, 1300 S Linn White Dr, Chicago. Tickets start at $56. FYI www.livenation.com
September 3rd, 7:30 pm, Finn Wolfhard with The Slaps, Thalia Hall, 1807 S. Allport, Chicago. $33.52 - $43.83. FYI www.ticketweb.com
September 4th, 7:00 pm, September 5th, 7:00 & 9:15 pm, September 6th, 6:30 pm, Ryan Hamilton, Improv Chicago, 5 Woodfield Mall Store K120B, Schaumburg. FYI https://improv.com/chicago/comic/ryan+hamilton/
September 4th, 8:00 pm, Jam Presents K Camp: Kiss 6 Tour, The Vic Theatre, 3145 N. Sheffield, Chicago. 18 & over. FYI www.axs.com
September 4th, 8:00 pm, The Steel Drivers, Thalia Hall, 1807 S. Allport, Chicago. 17 & older. $52.98-$79.50. FYI www.ticketweb.com
September 5th, 5:00 - 10:00 pm, September 6th & 7th, 12:00 - 10:00 pm, Edgewater Chamber of Commerce & Kickstand Productions present the Edgewater Music Fest, running along Broadway from Thorndale Ave. to Ardmore Ave., Chicago. FYI edgewatermusicfest.org
September 5th, 6:00 - 8:00 pm, September 6th, 4:00 - 6:00 pm & 6:00 - 8:00 pm, September 7th, 2:00 - 6:00 pm, Mandala South Asian Performing Arts presents the seventh annual Mandala Makers Festival, Athenaeum Center for Thought and Culture, 2936 N. Southport Avenue, Chicago. Performances Free. FYI eventcombo.com/e/mandala-makers-festival-2025-75550.
September 5th, 7:00 pm, Chris Distefano, The Chicago Theatre, 175 N. State Street, Chicago. FYI www.ticketmaster.com
September 5th, 7:30 pm, Motown Magic, Auditorium Theatre, 50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive, Chicago. FYI (312) 341-2800 or www.auditoriumtheatre.org
September 5th, 7:30 pm, Jam Presents 10 cc - Ultimate Ultimate Greatest Hits 2025 Tour, Park West, 322 W. Armitage, Chicago. FYI www.axs.com
September 5th, 8:30 pm, EDM Dance Party, Mandala Makers Festival, Athenaeum Center for Thought and Culture, 2936 N. Southport Avenue, Chicago. $40. FYI eventcombo.com/e/mandala-makers-festival-2025-75550.
September 6th, 12:00 - 6:00 pm, Windy City Market, a vibrant community of artists, makers and vintage curators, Parkway Bank Park, 5501 Park Place, Rosemont. FYI ParkwayBankPark.com.
September 6th, 7:30 pm, SpotlightCTRL Presents: UNMUTED, The Den Theatre, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago. $30-$65. FYI (773) 697-3830 or www.thedentheatre.com
September 6th, 8:00 pm, Kruder & Dorfmeister play the K&D Sessions Live, Auditorium Theatre, 50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive, Chicago. FYI www.axs.com
September 6th, 8:00 pm, TPR Presents Madison Ryann Ward - The Standing Tall Tour, The Vic Theatre, 3145 N. Sheffield, Chicago. FYI www.axs.com
September 6th, 8:30 pm, Bollywood Dance Party, Mandala Makers Festival, Athenaeum Center for Thought and Culture, 2936 N. Southport Avenue, Chicago. $40. FYI eventcombo.com/e/mandala-makers-festival-2025-75550.
September 6th, 9:00 pm, Ryan Hamilton, Chicago Improv, 5 Woodfield Mall K120B, Schaumburg. 21 & over. $29.49. FYI www.ticketweb.com
September 7th, 11:00 am registration, 12:00 pm start, Annual “Battle of the Bags” Cornhole Tournament, Parkway Bank Park, 5501 Park Place, Rosemont. $40 per team. FYI ParkwayBankPark.com.
September 7th, 3:00 - 8:00 pm, Rogers Park Business Alliance (RPBA) & Devon Avenue Special Service Area (SSA) #43 announce the inaugural Arts on Devon Festival, Republic Bank parking lot, 2720 W Devon Ave, Chicago. Highlights local artistic talent and cuisine that encapsulates the one-of-a-kind Devon Avenue and West Ridge community. FYI ondevon.org
September 7th, 7:00 pm, Sunday in the Park with Lyric, an annual concert conducted by Maestro Mazzola in the Pritzker Pavilion at Millennium Park. Free. FYI lyricopera.org.
September 7th, 7:15 pm, Alonzo Bodden, The Den Theatre, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago. $22-$40. FYI (773) 697-3830 or www.thedentheatre.com
Ongoing Exhibits/Events
Daily. 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, Hershey Super Sweet Adventure is an immersive, story-driven experience where guests become “Sweet Seekers in Training”, unlocking the wonder behind Hershey’s most iconic candies through hands-on games, challenges, and activities. Water Tower Place, 835 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago. Tickets start at $24.99. Ticket options include timed entry, flexible entry, discounted bundles, birthday party packages and more. FYI www.HersheySuperSweetAdventure.com.
Daily every 20-30 minutes, Big Bus Tours’ Hop-On Hop-Off experience, Service begins at Chicago Riverwalk, 98 E. Wacker Drive, Chicago @ 10:00 am; last bus departs @ 5:00 pm. Adults $49.50, Children 3 - 12 $35. Advance ticket purchase recommended. FYI www.bigbustours.com
Through September 1st, 9:00 am - 7:00 pm, Wonder Woods Mini Golf, The Morton Arboretum, 4100 IL-53, Lisle, IL. General admission including Vivid Creatures starts at $16.95 for tickets purchased in advance online. FYI mortonarb.org.
Through September 1st, 9:00 am - 7:00 pm weekends, Vivid Creations Art Workshop, The Morton Arboretum Children's Garden, 4100 IL-53, Lisle, IL. General admission including Vivid Creatures starts at $16.95 for tickets purchased in advance online. FYI mortonarb.org.
Through September 1st, every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, plus Memorial Day and Labor Day Mondays, Live On The Lake! Beer Garden, Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago. Navy Pier’s free weekend music series features Chicago’s best bands. Free. FYI navypier.org.
Through September 1st, 9:00 am - 7:00 pm, Vivid Creatures: Colorful Sculptures as Tall as Trees, The Morton Arboretum, 4100 IL-53, Lisle, IL. General admission including Vivid Creatures starts at $16.95 for tickets purchased in advance online. FYI mortonarb.org.
Through September 11th, 6:30 pm, Big Bus Tours, Sunset Live Tour, departing from 618 N. Clark, (SW corner of Clark & Ontario), Chicago. Tickets start at $49.50 for adults and $35 for children ages 3-12. Advance ticket purchase recommended. FYI www.bigbustours.com
Through September 21st, Hokusai and Ukiyo-e: The Floating World, Artworks from the Chiossone Collection, The Cleve Carney Museum of Art (CCMA) & McAninch Arts Center, (MAC), College of DuPage (COD), 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn. Anytime Tickets $40 on sale at Hokusai2025.org; Timed Tickets $27 (Tuesday through Friday) & $32 (Saturday & Sunday) on Sale January 2nd. FYI Hokusai2025.org.
Through September 29th, 3:00 - 7:00 pm Mondays, Edgewater Monday Market, Broadway Armory Parking Lot, 5917 N. Broadway, Chicago. FYI https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/markets.html?utm_medium=email&utm_source=marketingcloud&utm_campaign=BIC_2025_8+5_August+Itinerary&utm_content=https%3a%2f%2fwww.chicago.gov%2fcity%2fen%2fdepts%2fdca%2fsupp_info%2fmarkets.html
Through September 30th, Arts of Life presents Community on the Make | Arts of Life 2000 – 2025, Design Museum of Chicago, 72 East Randolph Street, Chicago. FYI artsoflife.org.
Through October 26th, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm, (closed June 29th & August 17th), Rogers Park Business Alliance (RPBA) 16th season of its Glenwood Sunday Market (GSM). Market in the outdoor Glenwood Alfresco area on the southbound Glenwood Avenue between Morse and Lunt Avenues, to the west of the CTA Red Line Morse stop. FYI glenwoodsundaymarket.rpba.org.
Through October 26th, 8:00 am - 2:00 pm, 25th Anniversary Season, Wicker Park Farmers Market, Wicker Park, 1425 N. Damon, Chicago. 60 local vendors. Free. FYI www.WickerParkBucktown.com/farmers-market/
Through October 30th, 7:00 am - 2:00 pm Thursdays, Daley Plaza Farmers Market, 50 W. Washington St., Chicago. FYI https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/markets.html?utm_med...
Through December 28th, 7:30 pm, Dennis Watkins in partnership with the Goodman Theatre & Petterino's announces The Magic Parlor with Dennis Watkins, 50 W. Randolph, Chicago. $85 ($115 for performance + encore experience). FYI (312) 443-3800 or TheMagicParlourChicago.com.
Through February 16th, 2026, Alex Ross: Heroes & Villains, East Gallery, Bess Bower Dunn Museum of Lake County, 1899 West Winchester Road, Libertyville. Tickets available at the door. FYI www.DunnMuseum.org
Open Run, 113th Mainstage Revue, This Too Shall Slap, The Second City, 230 W. North Avenue, Chicago. FYI (312) 337-3992 or www.secondcity.com.
Open Run, The Second City's e.t.c. 49th Revue, The Second City, 230 W. North Avenue, Chicago. FYI (312) 337-3992 or www.secondcity.com.
**** Open Year Round, Sunday to Thursday, 11:00 am - 8:00 pm; Friday & Saturday 11:00 am - 9:00 pm (Timed Entrances Every 15 Minutes), Flyover Chicago, Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago. $24.95 Adults; $19.95 Military; $14.95 Children 13 & under. Children must be at least 40" (102 cm) tall. Children (13 and under) must be accompanied by an adult or guardian (14 years or older). FYI www.ExperienceFlyover.com/Chicago.
At Chicago Magic Lounge
Open Run, Mondays at 7:00 pm, Music and Magic, Chicago Magic Lounge, 5050 N. Clark Street, Chicago. $30. FYI (312) 366-4500 or chicagomagiclounge.com.
Open Run, Tuesdays at 7:00 pm, The Showcase, Chicago Magic Lounge, 5050 N. Clark Street, Chicago. $40. FYI (312) 366-4500 or chicagomagiclounge.com.
Open Run, Wednesdays, 7:00 pm, Artist in Residence Series, Chicago Magic Lounge, 5050 N. Clark Street, Chicago. $40. FYI (312) 366-4500 or chicagomagiclounge.com.
Open Run, Thursdays through Sundays at 7:00 pm, Fridays & Sundays at 10:00 pm, The Signature Show, Chicago Magic Lounge, 5050 N. Clark Street, Chicago. $52.50-$85. FYI (312) 366-4500 or chicagomagiclounge.com.
Open Run, Select Sundays at 3:00 pm, Family Show, Chicago Magic Lounge, 5050 N. Clark Street, Chicago. $35-$40 (standard), $45-$50 (front row). FYI (312) 366-4500 or chicagomagiclounge.com.
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Now Playing Elsewhere:
September 4th, 8:00 pm ET, KC & the Sunshine Band: Doin' It World Tour 2025, Seminole Hard Rock Tampa, 5223 North Orient Road, Tampa, FL. 21 & over. Tickets start at $85. FYI https://casino.hardrock.com/tampa/events/kc-and-the-sunshine-band?cid=cc029_redline_casino_kc-and-the-sunshine-band-0904_email_june-entertainment_get-tickets_6062025_marketing_-_-
September 7th, 9:00 pm ET, Huế Và Em (The City of Love), Seminole Hard Rock Tampa, 5223 North Orient Road, Tampa, FL. 21 & over. Tickets start at $38. FYI https://casino.hardrock.com/tampa/events/the-city-of-love?cid=cc029_redl...