Top rated Live music venues in Chicago, United States to elevate your visit (Updated May, 2024)

Chicago Symphony Orchestra

Orchestra

Built in 1904, music complex that hosts the Chicago Symphony Orchestra & classical & jazz concerts.

4.90 (3.2K reviews) (~0.38 km from centre)

Civic Opera House

Opera house

North America's 2nd-largest opera venue has over 3,500 seats & houses the Lyric Opera of Chicago.

4.80 (1.9K reviews) (~1.29 km from centre)

Rosa's Lounge

Live music venue

Longtime family-owned neighborhood club where both traditional & modern performers sing the blues.

4.80 (677 reviews) (~8.68 km from centre)

Rockefeller Memorial Chapel

Chapel

1928 Gothic chapel with an intricate tiled ceiling & stained glass, hosts regular concerts & tours.

4.80 (78 reviews) (~9.94 km from centre)

United Center

Arena

The U.S.' largest arena hosts over 200 events annually, from Bulls & Hawks games to musical acts.

4.70 (22K reviews) (~4.16 km from centre)

The Chicago Theatre

Concert hall

French Baroque-style 3,600-seat auditorium showcasing national musical & comedy acts since 1921.

4.70 (8.6K reviews) (~1.14 km from centre)

Kingston Mines

Blues club

Live bands play until late on 2 stages at this rustic blues club with barbecue & other pub grub.

$$ $$

4.70 (3.3K reviews) (~6.25 km from centre)

Thalia Hall

Live music venue

This landmark venue, designed as an opera house in 1892, hosts concerts by well-known musical acts.

4.70 (3K reviews) (~3.38 km from centre)

Lincoln Hall

Live music venue

Midsize venue for live music performances along with an unpretentious on-site cocktail bar.

$$ $$

4.70 (1.6K reviews) (~5.98 km from centre)

The Empty Bottle

Live music venue

Indie music venue & bar hosting alternative bands in a somewhat small space with cheap drinks.

$$ $$

4.70 (1.3K reviews) (~5.85 km from centre)

The Geraghty

Event venue

4.70 (337 reviews) (~5.58 km from centre)

Foundation Room Chicago

Lounge

Upscale lounge with rich decor, offering drinks & light bites, plus regular comedy nights & DJ sets.

$$ $$

4.70 (168 reviews) (~1.46 km from centre)

O's Tap

Bar

👍👍 Super chill bar with a small but nice craft beer selection. Super friendly bartender that informed me of 4 dollar draft special after I asked for a can so she helped me live my best life. Stop in for a cold one. Also food prepped by 90 mile. Stay wavvy.

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4.70 (126 reviews) (~7.12 km from centre)