Art & Cultural Events in Chicago
Immerse yourself in the local arts scene with exhibitions, gallery openings, and creative events. Discover contemporary art shows, classical exhibitions, street art tours, and multimedia installations across Chicago.
From museum exhibitions and art fairs to studio tours and public art unveilings, our listings cover the full spectrum of visual arts. Perfect for collectors, enthusiasts, and anyone who appreciates creative expression.
Art events offer windows into different perspectives and cultures. Whether you're exploring emerging artists or celebrating established masters, these experiences inspire and connect communities through shared appreciation of creativity.
Currently showing 145 upcoming arts events in Chicago.
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Back In CHI-TOWN JOSLIETO THE PUPPET
📅 Sun, Mar 15, 2026 • 1:30 AM
📍 Chicago Theater Works
🏙️ Chicago
🎟️ USD 33.84 - 44.52
In My Feels presents: Tension
📅 Sun, Mar 15, 2026 • 2:30 AM
📍 The Newport Theater
🏙️ Chicago
🎟️ USD 33.85 - 44.52
Newport Theater Camp Clowning Showcase
📅 Mon, Mar 16, 2026 • Time TBD
📍 The Newport Theater
🏙️ Chicago
🎟️ USD 17.85 - 23.18
Chicago Poetry Center's Blue Hour Generative Workshop
📅 Wed, Mar 18, 2026 • 11:00 PM
📍 Haymarket House
🏙️ Chicago
🎟️ Free
Performance: The Seventh Gate with Elly Kace
📅 Thu, Mar 19, 2026 • Time TBD
📍 International Museum of Surgical Science
🏙️ Chicago
🎟️ USD 17.85
CCPA Student Composition Recital
📅 Thu, Mar 19, 2026 • 12:30 AM
📍 Ganz Hall at Roosevelt University
🏙️ Chicago
🎟️ USD 0.00 - 50.00
ELLA GRACE Album Release Performance Live at FSC
📅 Thu, Mar 19, 2026 • 12:30 AM
📍 Fulton Street Collective
🏙️ Chicago
🎟️ Free
Book Talk: Where the Wildflowers Grow with Terah Shelton Harris
📅 Fri, Mar 20, 2026 • Time TBD
📍 Call & Response Books
🏙️ Chicago
🎟️ USD 7.18 - 24.18
Book Event: Missy by Raghav Rao
📅 Fri, Mar 20, 2026 • Time TBD
📍 Women & Children First
🏙️ Chicago
🎟️ Free
CCPA Vocal Ensemble
📅 Fri, Mar 20, 2026 • 12:30 AM
📍 Ganz Hall at Roosevelt University
🏙️ Chicago
🎟️ USD 0.00 - 50.00
Welcome to the Wild West Pole Show
📅 Sat, Mar 21, 2026 • Time TBD
📍 The Newport Theater
🏙️ Chicago
🎟️ USD 26.38 - 39.19
VaVoom Lagoon Burlesque Show
📅 Sat, Mar 21, 2026 • 12:30 AM
📍 Trader Todd's
🏙️ Chicago
🎟️ USD 25.31
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