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<h2>Things to Do in Chicago This Week</h2> 
        
<p>Chicago is buzzing with exciting events this week. Catch the <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/chicago-cubs-tickets--sports-mlb-baseball/performer/162">Chicago Cubs</a> playing at <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/chicago-cubs-tickets-wrigley-field-8-16-2026--sports-mlb-baseball/production/5965379">Wrigley Field</a>, or cheer for the <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/chicago-bears-tickets--sports-nfl-football/performer/159">Chicago Bears</a> at <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/chicago-bears-tickets-soldier-field-8-11-2026--sports-nfl-football/production/6585378">Soldier Field</a>. Music lovers can enjoy <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/big-thief-tickets/performer/51283">Big Thief</a> live at the <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/big-thief-tickets-chicago-salt-shed---outdoor-fairgrounds-8-13-2026--concerts-rock/production/6770178">Salt Shed - Outdoor Fairgrounds</a> and <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/tori-amos-tickets/performer/876">Tori Amos</a> at the historic <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/tori-amos-tickets-chicago-auditorium-theatre-chicago-8-14-2026--concerts-rock/production/6548102">Auditorium Theatre Chicago</a>. For a night under the stars, catch <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/andrew-mcmahon-tickets/performer/21583">Andrew McMahon</a> at <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/andrew-mcmahon-tickets-chicago-huntington-bank-pavilion-at-northerly-island-8-14-2026--concerts-rock/production/6671175">Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island</a>, or head to the <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/zhu-tickets/performer/48344">ZHU</a> show at <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/zhu-tickets-chicago-east-end-plaza-at-navy-pier-8-15-2026--concerts-pop/production/6956234">East End Plaza at Navy Pier</a>.</p>
        
        

<h2>Things to Do in Chicago Next Week</h2> 
        
<p>Next week in Chicago promises a vibrant mix of music and sports. On August 19th, catch the <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/chicago-cubs-tickets--sports-mlb-baseball/performer/162">Chicago Cubs</a> at the iconic <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/chicago-cubs-tickets-wrigley-field-8-19-2026--sports-mlb-baseball/production/5965407">Wrigley Field</a>. Music lovers can immerse themselves in country sounds with <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/kacey-musgraves-tickets/performer/32590">Kacey Musgraves</a> at the <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/kacey-musgraves-tickets-chicago-united-center-8-21-2026--concerts-country-and-folk/production/6965620">United Center</a> on August 21st, or groove to R&B with <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/usher-tickets/performer/2654">Usher</a> on August 22nd at <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/usher-tickets-chicago-soldier-field-8-22-2026/production/6936746">Soldier Field</a>.</p>

<p>Electronic beats by <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/galantis-tickets/performer/34824">Galantis</a> will take over the <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/galantis-tickets-chicago-salt-shed---outdoor-fairgrounds-8-22-2026/production/6854524">Salt Shed - Outdoor Fairgrounds</a> on the same day. For a soulful experience, <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/jill-scott-tickets/performer/1554">Jill Scott</a> will be hitting the stage at the <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/jill-scott-tickets-chicago-chicago-theatre-8-23-2026--concerts-rb/production/6763401">Chicago Theatre</a> on August 23rd. Additionally, catch the <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/chicago-sky-tickets--sports-wnba/performer/9058">Chicago Sky</a> playing at <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/chicago-sky-tickets-wintrust-arena-8-23-2026--sports-wnba/production/6559421">Wintrust Arena</a> on the same evening for a thrilling sports experience.</p>

<h2>Upcoming Concerts in Chicago: Live Music & Tour Dates Near You</h2>

<p>Chicago is one of the best cities in the country for live music, drawing world-class artists and rising stars to stages big and small. From massive arena tours to intimate club shows, there’s always a concert to catch in Chicago and Vivid Seats is here to help you find your next unforgettable night out.</p>

<h2>Frequently Asked Questions about Chicago Concert Tickets</h2>

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Next week in Chicago catch <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/usher-tickets/performer/2654">Usher</a> at <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/usher-tickets-chicago-soldier-field-8-22-2026/production/6936746">Soldier Field</a>, <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/kacey-musgraves-tickets/performer/32590">Kacey Musgraves</a> at <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/kacey-musgraves-tickets-chicago-united-center-8-21-2026--concerts-country-and-folk/production/6965620">United Center</a>, and <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/jill-scott-tickets/performer/1554">Jill Scott</a> at <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/jill-scott-tickets-chicago-chicago-theatre-8-23-2026--concerts-rb/production/6763401">Chicago Theatre</a>.

You can also dance along with <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/galantis-tickets/performer/34824">Galantis</a> or enjoy country nights with <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/billy-currington-tickets/performer/8015">Billy Currington</a> at <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/galantis-tickets-chicago-salt-shed---outdoor-fairgrounds-8-22-2026/production/6854524">Salt Shed - Outdoor Fairgrounds</a>, and rock out to <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/jimmy-eat-world-tickets/performer/2078">Jimmy Eat World</a> at <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/jimmy-eat-world-tickets-chicago-huntington-bank-pavilion-at-northerly-island-6-11-2026--concerts-rock/production/6640830">Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island</a>.

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      <p itemprop="text">Finding upcoming concerts in Chicago is easy on Vivid Seats. At the top of this page, you’ll find a search and discovery tool highlighting the most popular concerts and upcoming events in the city. You can browse by artist, venue, genre, or date to explore shows happening this week and beyond, all with real-time ticket availability and seating options.</p>
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        <p>Our mission is to make buying concert tickets stress-free, so you can focus on enjoying your event.</p>
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        <p>If your event is canceled, you'll receive a full refund. If an event has been postponed or rescheduled, rest assured that your tickets will be valid for the rescheduled date. For some rescheduled events, the primary source of the tickets will reissue all previously purchased tickets with new bar codes. If this occurs, the seller will notify us, and we will deliver new tickets to you and remind you to discard your old tickets.</p>
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          <li>A free 11th ticket after 10 purchases</li>
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<h2>Upcoming Sports in Chicago: Games, Teams & Matchups Near You</h2>

<section aria-label="Chicago live sports"><h2>Chicago Live Sports</h2><p>Live sports thrive in Chicago, where fans pack venues across town all season long. From sold-out rivalry games to weekday matchups, the city’s sports venues deliver big moments for every kind of fan.</p><p>Browse schedules by sport, date, or venue to find the perfect game to attend near you. Whether it’s a marquee showdown or a spontaneous night out, you can find seats on Vivid Seats.</p></section>

<h2>Frequently Asked Questions about Chicago Sports Tickets</h2>

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<div>Chicago's sports scene heats up this week with MLB matchups at Wrigley Field (Chicago Cubs) and Rate Field (Chicago White Sox), plus minor league baseball as the Chicago Dogs play at Impact Field in Rosemont. Soccer fans can catch the Leagues Cup at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview and MLS action when Chicago Fire FC takes the field at Soldier Field. Football returns to Soldier Field as the Chicago Bears host an event this week.</div>
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Next week Chicago sports fans have plenty to choose from: <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/chicago-cubs-tickets--sports-mlb-baseball/performer/162">Chicago Cubs</a> take on visiting opponents at <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/chicago-cubs-tickets-wrigley-field-8-19-2026--sports-mlb-baseball/production/5965407">Wrigley Field</a> on August 19, while the <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/chicago-white-sox-tickets--sports-mlb-baseball/performer/164">Chicago White Sox</a> host a day game at <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/chicago-white-sox-tickets-rate-field-8-23-2026--sports-mlb-baseball/production/5965339">Rate Field</a> and the independent <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/chicago-dogs-tickets--sports-minor-league-baseball/performer/75177">Chicago Dogs</a> play at <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/chicago-dogs-tickets-impact-field-8-23-2026--sports-minor-league-baseball/production/6168862">Impact Field</a> in Rosemont on August 23.

Also on August 23 catch the WNBA's <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/chicago-sky-tickets--sports-wnba/performer/9058">Chicago Sky</a> at <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/chicago-sky-tickets-wintrust-arena-8-23-2026--sports-wnba/production/6559421">Wintrust Arena</a>, NWSL side <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/chicago-red-stars-tickets--sports-soccer/performer/42823">Chicago Stars FC</a> at <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/chicago-stars-fc-tickets-northwestern-medicine-field-at-martin-stadium-8-23-2026--sports-soccer/production/6530147">Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium</a> in Evanston, and high-energy <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/tna-wrestling-tickets--sports-wrestling/performer/13028">TNA Wrestling</a> at <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/tna-wrestling-tickets-chicago-credit-union-1-arena-at-uic-8-23-2026/production/7027254">Credit Union 1 Arena at UIC</a>.

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<h2>Upcoming Theater & Comedy Shows in Chicago: Plays, Musicals & Stand-Up Near You</h2>

<p>Chicago is one of the best cities for live entertainment, offering an incredible mix of Broadway hits, touring plays, and stand-up comedy. From major theaters and comedy clubs to intimate performance spaces, there's always a show to see in Chicago, and Vivid Seats makes it easy to find tickets for every laugh and standing ovation.</p>

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Chicago's stage lineup this week features big musicals and sharp comedy. The Outsiders plays the Cadillac Palace and The Notebook - The Musical runs at Nederlander Theatre Chicago. Drag star Bosco headlines the Vic Theatre, while DoKnow brings laughs to Park West and Tumua Tuinei closes late-night sets at Zanies Comedy Club Chicago.

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See top theater and comedy acts in Chicago next week, including <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/magic-men-australia-tickets--theater-arts-and-theater/performer/168902">Magic Men Australia</a> at <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/magic-men-australia-tickets-chicago-park-west-8-20-2026/production/7369388">Park West</a> and <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/funkyfrogbait-tickets--theater-other-theater/performer/474295">FunkyFrogBait</a> at <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/funkyfrogbait-tickets-chicago-park-west-8-21-2026--theater-other-theater/production/7116986">Park West</a>. For musicals, head to <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/grease-singalong-tickets--theater-musical/performer/23614">Grease Sing-a-long</a> at <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/grease-sing-a-long-tickets-highland-park-ravinia-8-23-2026/production/6777497">Ravinia</a> or catch a matinee of <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/west-side-story-tickets--theater-off-broadway/performer/933">West Side Story</a> at <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/west-side-story-tickets-skokie-north-shore-center-8-23-2026/production/6537591">North Shore Center</a> in nearby Skokie.

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        <p>Our mission is to make buying tickets stress-free, so you can focus on enjoying the show.</p>
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Smashing Pumpkins at United Center

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Smashing Pumpkins United Center in Chicago, IL Wed, Oct 14 at 8:00pm