Calendar of Events
Our calendar is full on Chicago's North Shore. From famed festivals, special interest tours, walks and talks to an elite array of theatrical offerings, world-class concerts, unique performing arts presentations, sporting events and so much more, Chicago’s North Shore offers the visitor an exceptional array of entertainment options. Want to stay in the know about North Shore happenings? Sign up for our newsletter and we’ll send what’s going on in the area to your inbox every month!
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Taste of Glenview 2026
November 7, 2026
Be part of a delicious cultural experience and contribute to your community. The Tast...
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John Moulder Quartet
November 7, 2026
"The sound is tremendous as are the performances...To these ears, (Moulder's...
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Sons of Chicago
November 7, 2026
Experience an evening of Bruce Springsteen classics performed by the acclaimed 12-pie...
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Giordano Dance Chicago
November 6, 2026 - November 7, 2026
Giordano Dance Chicago (GDC), now in its 64th season, returns to the North Shore Cent...
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Scream Scene Haunted House
October 9, 2026 - November 7, 2026
Scream Scene is a seasonal haunted house held every October in Skokie. Each haunting ...
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Sisters
August 13, 2026 - November 8, 2026
Matilda and Greta have always been there for one another, through joy and grief...
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Marques Carroll Quartet
November 13, 2026
A bold performer, soulful composer, and passionate educator, Marques Carroll is dedic...
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Tyrone Wells
November 13, 2026
I’m a lot of things in no particular order… a preacher’s son, a br...
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Petra Van Nuis Quartet
November 14, 2026
Petra van Nuis is a jazz vocalist who has been described by DownBeat Magazine as havi...
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Amythyst Kiah
November 14, 2026
Produced by Butch Walker (Taylor Swift, Green Day, Weezer) and recorded at his Nashvi...
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David Cross
November 15, 2026
This comedy performance features the Emmy Award-winning comedian, actor, writer, and ...
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Miles & Jill Kaeding
November 15, 2026
Featuring selections from American Bach Revisited together with tracks from the...
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The Grove Holiday Market
November 12, 2026 - November 15, 2026
The Grove Heritage Association Holiday Market, November 13-16. Inside the Redfield Es...
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Keb' Mo'
November 16, 2026
Born and raised in Compton, Keb' began his remarkable journey at the age of 21, w...
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Fran Lebowitz
November 18, 2026
Lebowitz worked odd jobs, such as taxi driving, belt peddling, and apartment cleaning...
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The Flat Five
November 20, 2026
The FLAT FIVE is all about the “group vocal” sound. This is a sound that ...
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The Wood Brothers
November 21, 2026
The Wood Brothers are an American roots band consisting of brothers Chris and Oliver ...
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Illuminate The Orchard
November 21, 2026
Gather with family and friends for an evening of festive entertainment, holiday cheer...
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Steve Poltz
November 21, 2026
Noineen Noiny Noin is without reservation, the most absurdly-named, pulchritudinous, ...
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Feeding Beatrice
November 20, 2026 - November 22, 2026
Join Wirtz Center for the Performing Arts Northwestern University as It starts w...
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She Loves Me
November 13, 2026 - November 22, 2026
Join Wirtz Center for the Performing Arts Northwestern University for A charming...
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Chris Greene Quartet
November 27, 2026
The Chris Greene Quartet comes of age! Led by native Evanstonian saxophone giant Chri...
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Dave Miller Trio
November 28, 2026
Guitarist and composer Dave Miller (Greg Ward’s Rogue Parade, Dustin Laurenzi&r...
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The Royale
October 22, 2026 - November 29, 2026
Jay is a really good boxer, so good they call him “The Sport.” He’s...
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Stella Cole
December 2, 2026
On her highly anticipated debut recording, Stella is presented performing interpretin...
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Matisyahu - 2 Shows!
December 7, 2026
For nearly two decades, Matisyahu has kept his creative spirit aflame by evolving his...
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Camila Fernandez
December 8, 2026
Camila Fernández is a Mexican singer, daughter and granddaughter respectively ...
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Pete the Cat
November 12, 2026 - December 11, 2026
Based on the Pete the Cat series of books by Kimberly and James Dean
Your favorite c...
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Palmhouse Holiday Market
December 12, 2026 - December 13, 2026
Join us for a two-day holiday market filled with local shopping, festive food and dri...
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All the World
November 11, 2026 - December 20, 2026
Northlight Theatre presents All the World - Two actors find themselves in an eve...
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Centennial Farm Exhibit
February 27, 2026 - December 31, 2026
A Look at Farming Then and Now. The exhibit showcases a century of agricultural chang...
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Willow Hills Lights
November 13, 2026 - January 3, 2027
Willow Hill Lights is a drive thru holiday lights show back with bigger and better di...
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Ray Wood Jr. - 2 Shows
January 10, 2027
Roy Wood Jr. is a comedian, an Emmy-nominated documentary producer, and WGA nominated...
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Wild Horses
January 16, 2027
Wild Horses are dusty folk trio from Grand Rapids, Minnesota where founding members J...
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The 4 C Notes
January 21, 2027
THE FOUR C NOTES are the Midwest’s ONLY tribute recreating the iconic sounds of...
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Golden Girls Live
January 17, 2027 - January 23, 2027
Picture it. 2026-2027 Golden Girls: The Laughs Continue brings Miami’s sa...
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Adam Corolla
January 29, 2027
ADAM CAROLLA is best known as a comedian, actor, radio personality, television host, ...
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Fulton Chamber Players
January 31, 2027
Violinist Addison Teng and violist Amy Hess from the Evanston-based Fulton Chamber Pl...
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Execution of Justice
January 28, 2027 - January 31, 2027
Join Wirtz Center for the Performing Arts Northwestern University for This docud...
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Jim Brickman
February 5, 2027
Get ready as GRAMMY-nominated piano sensation Jim Brickman electrifies the stage with...
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GENX Takeover
February 7, 2027
The GenX Takeover Comedy Tour brings viral comedy personalities The Real Slim Sherri,...
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Davide De Pierro
February 12, 2027
Author and viral storyteller Davide De Pierro (“Davi”) comes to Skokie as...
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Vladimir
February 12, 2027 - February 14, 2027
Join Wirtz Center for the Performing Arts Northwestern University and Set in Lima, Pe...
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Peking Acrobats
February 24, 2027
Experience astonishing feats of balance, flexibility, strength and precision performe...
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Mania: The Abba Tribute
February 25, 2027
Featuring an extraordinary cast of talented musicians and performers, Mania: The ABBA...
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Sam Bush
March 6, 2027
Known as the “Father of Newgrass,” Grammy Award-winning mandolinist Sam B...
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Violet
January 29, 2027 - March 7, 2027
Join us on the Greyhound bus as we take a theatrical journey from North Carolina to O...
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The American Five
February 3, 2027 - March 14, 2027
Northlight Theatre presents The American Five - “I have a dream…&rd...
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Spyro Gyra
March 18, 2027
In 2024, Jay Beckenstein and band started its observation of the 50th anniversary of ...
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Dear Jack, Dear Louise
February 12, 2027 - March 21, 2027
Oil Lamp Theater presents Dear Jack, Dear Louise, A love story signed in ink. Th...
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Winter Market on Main
December 13, 2026 - April 25, 2027
Winter Market on Main is BACK! We are kicking off this season early this year! Save-t...
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Taming of the Shrew
April 23, 2027 - May 2, 2027
Join Wirtz Center for the Performing Arts Northwestern University when In an att...
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Our Dear Dead Drug Lord
May 7, 2027 - May 9, 2027
Join Wirtz Center for the Performing Arts Northwestern University when A gang of...
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James and the Giant Peach
April 22, 2027 - May 14, 2027
Roald Dahl's beloved story comes to life as James embarks on a fantastic journey ...
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Time Stands Still
April 16, 2027 - May 16, 2027
Oil Lamp Theater presents: Time Stands Still, a play that captures a moment in time.&...
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Cyrano de Bergerac
May 21, 2027 - May 30, 2027
Join Wirtz Center for the Performing Arts Northwestern University for This &ldqu...
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Once On This Island
April 16, 2027 - May 30, 2027
The Olivier Award-winning Once On This Island follows Ti Moune, a peasant girl, as sh...
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Creditors
April 8, 2027 - July 3, 2027
Adi, a struggling painter, is on holiday at the seaside with his glamorous wife, Tekl...
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Pearl's in the House
June 9, 2027 - July 18, 2027
Northlight Theatre presents Pearl's in the House - Legendary performer Pearl...
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A Chorus Line
July 9, 2027 - August 22, 2027
Theo presents the ultimate behind-the-scenes theatrical event inviting audiences into...
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Witch
September 17, 2027 - October 24, 2027
Oil Lamp Theater presents Witch, a dark thrilling comedy. If opportunity comes k...
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