Things to Do in Chicago this Weekend
MagicCon Chicago
MagicCon features a weekend of cosplay, immersive experiences, and special guests. This year, Dungeons & Dragons joins the party.
- WHERE: McCormick Place Lakeside Center, 2301 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL
- WHEN: Friday, Feb. 21 – Sunday, Feb. 23
Clue: Live on Stage
‘Clue Live On Stage’ is the ultimate whodunit that will keep you laughing and guessing until the final twist.
- WHERE: CIBC Theatre, 18 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL
- WHEN: Tuesday, Feb. 18 – Sunday, March 2
Theater: ‘Lobby Hero’
Shattered Globe Theatre’s ‘Lobby Hero’ is a story about whether doing the wrong thing for the right reason can ever be justified.
- WHERE: Theatre Wit, 1229 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL
- WHEN: Runs through Saturday, March 8
Theater: ‘Frida…A Self Portrait’
Frida…A Self Portrait stars writer and performer Vanessa Severo, who portrays both herself and legendary Mexican painter Frida Kahlo.
- WHERE: Writer’s Theatre, 325 Tudor Ct, Glencoe, IL
- WHEN: Runs thru Sunday, Feb. 23
Theater: ‘The Heart Sellers’
‘The Heart Sellers’ is a funny and moving play about the Asian immigrant experience in the 1970s.
- WHERE: Northlight Theatre, 9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, IL
- WHEN: Runs through Sunday, Feb. 23
Comedian Mo Amer
Comedian Mo Amer, a Palestinian-American stand-up comedian, brings his brand of standup to Chicago.
- WHERE: The Chicago Theatre, 175 N State St, Chicago, IL
- WHEN: 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 22
Concert: Drumline Live
DrumLine Live salutes the marching band traditions of historically black colleges and universities.
- WHERE: Genesee Theatre, 203 N Genesee St, Waukegan, IL
- WHEN: 6 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 23
Concert: Kodo One Earth Tour
The master drummers of Kodo explore the boundless possibilities of the taiko drum, a traditional Japanese instrument, combining elegant music with striking physical feats.
- WHERE: Symphony Center, 220 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
- WHEN: 3 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 23
Concert: Ladysmith Black Mambazo
Ladysmith Black Mambazo, known for their vocal harmonies and signature dance moves, sing a message of peace, love, and harmony.
- WHERE: Old Town School of Folk Music, 4544 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL
- WHEN: 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 23
Concert: Joe Bonamassa Live
Guitar player Joe Bonamassa brings his Guitar Event of the Year Tour to Chicago.
- WHERE: The Chicago Theatre, 175 N State St, Chicago, IL
- WHEN: 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 21
Conclusions:
There are plenty of exciting events and activities to enjoy in Chicago this weekend. Whether you’re interested in theater, music, or cosplay, there’s something for everyone.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- What is MagicCon Chicago?
MagicCon is a weekend event featuring cosplay, immersive experiences, and special guests. - When is Clue: Live on Stage playing?
Clue: Live on Stage is playing from Feb. 18 to March 2. - Where can I see Comedian Mo Amer?
Comedian Mo Amer is performing at The Chicago Theatre on Saturday, Feb. 22.
