Jay Pritzker Pavilion is one of The 15 Best Places for Music in Chicago.

1. Jay Pritzker Pavilion

9.3
201 E Randolph St (btwn Columbus Dr & Michigan Ave), Chicago, IL
Amphitheater · Grant Park · 101 tips and reviews

Julia S.Julia Styles: New Music Mondays has some of the best independent bands perform during the summer. If the band is popular, make sure to come early.

InterContinental Hotels & ResortsInterContinental Hotels & Resorts: Enjoy the serenity of the great lawn, where locals and tourists alike come with their blankets, chairs and picnic baskets to listen to the many free concerts held there. Read more.

Brianne W.Brianne W: It's a great place to watch concerts and movies in the park! If you're sitting on the lawn, arrive early!

Kingston Mines is one of The 15 Best Places for Music in Chicago.

2. Kingston Mines

9.1
2548 N Halsted St (at Wrightwood Ave), Chicago, IL
Jazz and Blues Venue · Lincoln Park · 111 tips and reviews

Dave N.Dave Noderer: It's all good! Always great music. I try to get there every time I'm in Chicago!

Jake S.Jake Smith: Every night they have live music and a different beer on special: 5 beers in a bucket for $15.00!

L K.L K: fun late night spot. Great live music, lively atmosphere.

Green Mill Cocktail Lounge is one of The 15 Best Places for Music in Chicago.

3. Green Mill Cocktail Lounge

8.7
4802 N Broadway St (at W Lawrence Ave), Chicago, IL
Jazz and Blues Venue · Uptown · 135 tips and reviews

Erik R.Erik Rowley: Owned by gang member Machine Gun Jack McGurn, Capone frequented here often. A must visit Chicago establishment with excellent cocktails, fantastic live jazz music, and a rich history.

Elsa H.Elsa H: Like a time machine that transports you back in time! Great atmosphere, people, décor and the greatest jazz you'll hear. Don't ask the bartenders which booth is Al Capone's, they'll cut you off ;)

Joseph B.Joseph B.: An excellent and authentic place for jazz, but get here early as the place fills up fast.

Buddy Guy's Legends is one of The 15 Best Places for Music in Chicago.

4. Buddy Guy's Legends

8.5
700 S Wabash Ave (at Balbo Dr.), Chicago, IL
Music Venue · South Loop · 140 tips and reviews

Ben B.Ben Blakesley: Sure, great music, but also generous portions of down home food. Excellent!

Rachael S.Rachael Stevens: Delicious food! Great music! Good vibe! But expect to stay awhile... Service is ssslllloooooowwwww

Kate R.Kate Reeves: Great music but arrive early because seating goes fast.

Andy's Jazz Club is one of The 15 Best Places for Music in Chicago.

5. Andy's Jazz Club

8.6
11 E Hubbard St (State and Hubbard), Chicago, IL
Jazz and Blues Venue · Near North Side · 91 tips and reviews

Devrim G.Devrim Gündüz: One of best jazz clubs I have ever seen. Food is also great. Cocktails are also good. House wines are also tasty.

Tim B.Tim Bushnell: Live jazz, great food, wonderful drinks, a nice place to spend the night and unwind or bring a date

Heba-I-amHeba-I-am: Amazing live music, food and drinks. It's a great experience tbh and well worth the cover charge (which is only $10 btw)

House of Blues is one of The 15 Best Places for Music in Chicago.

6. House of Blues

8.8
329 N Dearborn St (btwn Kinzie St & Wacker Dr), Chicago, IL
Music Venue · Near North Side · 199 tips and reviews

Betony K.Betony Kelly: Great live music and a relaxed atmosphere. Really diverse crowd.

Hiedi E.Hiedi E: Wonderful atmosphere. One of the best places to catch some Blues in Chicago.

Heba-I-amHeba-I-am: The meatloaf is sooooo delicious and it was very filling as well. Perfect if you're really hungry. The live music is great I loved the atmosphere of the whole place. Staff is friendly too

Millennium Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Music in Chicago.

7. Millennium Park

9.5
201 E Randolph St (btwn Columbus Dr & Michigan Ave), Chicago, IL
Park · Grant Park · 621 tips and reviews

Kevin M.Kevin Mac: Like NY's Central Park, but exceptional in a Chicago way. Lots to do and see year-round including picnics, concerts, skating and scenery.

Lou Malnati's PizzeriaLou Malnati's Pizzeria: The perfect place for a picnic and a night of music and dining al fresco! Free Wi-Fi is also available!

Jeff C.Jeff Carter: Cloudgate is really cool (The Bean). The concerts and movies are great. It's a beautiful venue. But the best part of the whole park might be the garden.

Blue Chicago is one of The 15 Best Places for Music in Chicago.

8. Blue Chicago

8.7
536 N Clark St (Bt W Grand Av & Ohio St.), Chicago, IL
Jazz and Blues Venue · River North · 57 tips and reviews

Michael L.Michael Lorenzen: Hidden gem in River North. Amazing live blues.

Lisa G.Lisa Griffin: Local hang-out and I always brought my out-of-town guests here - the live bands are awesome and good drinks at reasonable prices!

Mark W.Mark Wong: Best $8 cover I've ever spent. Amazing music from 9:00-1:30am in an intimate atmosphere with reasonably priced drinks.

Jazz Showcase is one of The 15 Best Places for Music in Chicago.

9. Jazz Showcase

8.7
806 S Plymouth Ct (at W Polk St.), Chicago, IL
Jazz and Blues Venue · Dearborn Park · 31 tips and reviews

Roosevelt CollectionRoosevelt Collection: Great place to enjoy classic Jazz tunes every night of the week at an affordable price - Wednesday's are free. There isn't a bad seat in the house!

MetroSeeker.comMetroSeeker.com: Great music from newcomers and legends alike. Sunday matinee at 4 p.m. is always a kid friendly show!

LaToya P.LaToya Price: Great atmosphere and AWESOME music!

Old Town School of Folk Music is one of The 15 Best Places for Music in Chicago.

10. Old Town School of Folk Music

9.2
4544 N Lincoln Ave (at W Wilson Ave), Chicago, IL
Music School · Ravenswood · 49 tips and reviews

Jay G.Jay Geneske: Great classes, shows, place for music and instruments.

Jacqueline A.Jacqueline Arica: Excellent concert venue. Small theater lends to a very intimate setting.

venessa t.venessa tarbell: Excellent music instruction. Wiggle worms classes are popular with the younger set. They also have regular concerts that I highly recommend, although some can be over-priced.

Lincoln Hall is one of The 15 Best Places for Music in Chicago.

11. Lincoln Hall

8.8
2424 N Lincoln Ave (btwn W Montana St & W Fullerton Ave), Chicago, IL
Music Venue · North Side · 72 tips and reviews

BingBing: I’ve played this little place before and it’s a great spot to see music and play music. I’ll definitely be back here soon!” – Andy Grammer

Angelina S.Angelina S.: The live rock bands are gems and the Music is very good.

Amy G.Amy Graff: The best sound system of any music venue in Chicago. Wildly clean, two levels, and multiple bars make Lincoln Hall a complete joy for enjoying live music.

Rosa's Lounge is one of The 15 Best Places for Music in Chicago.

12. Rosa's Lounge

8.8
3420 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL
Rock Club · Logan Square · 18 tips and reviews

Tracy C.Tracy Crystal: AMAZING place to go for live Blues music. Light crowd, excellent atmosphere, good drinks and a pool table!

Pooneet K.Pooneet Kant: Awesome place - owner is extremely hospitable, very good setup and music. Classic place...don't expect anything fancy - just damn good music and a great vibe.

Laurance G.Laurance Glasser: Great music, cool atmosphere and owners and staff are top shelf!

City Winery Chicago is one of The 15 Best Places for Music in Chicago.

13. City Winery Chicago

8.7
1200 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL
Winery · West Loop · 84 tips and reviews

Mike D.Mike Doose: Great concert venue! Good wines, decently varied selection of local, national and imported beers. And a unique albeit expensive menu of food items. I recommend the Arroncini balls and the Cheese Plate

Daria M.Daria Melnikova: Ok second visit was much better than the first. I found the food on the menu what I love. Also here is great concert hall.

Kimberly W.Kimberly Wolfson: My favorite music venue these days! Great duck tacos! Amazing wine! Wonderful wait staff.

Empty Bottle is one of The 15 Best Places for Music in Chicago.

14. Empty Bottle

8.8
1035 N Western Ave (at W Cortez St), Chicago, IL
Music Venue · Ukrainian Village · 84 tips and reviews

RCRD LBLRCRD LBL: Great music venue with pretty awesome acoustics. In between sets for Gang Gang Dance, jump into the old photobooth with some pals. Added bonus - the tamale guy that comes around at the end of the nigh

Shannon J.Shannon Jeropke: A great concert venue for the Indie Music Scene a lot of their shows all people in under 21. Go to their website for more info.

Steve W.Steve Wolves: ITS THE BOTTLE! you cant go wrong here ever! Killer music always, lots of great beers, and great people all the staff are awesome

Symphony Center (Chicago Symphony Orchestra) is one of The 15 Best Places for Music in Chicago.

15. Symphony Center (Chicago Symphony Orchestra)

9.4
220 S Michigan Ave (btwn Adams & Jackson), Chicago, IL
Concert Hall · Chicago Loop, IL · 35 tips and reviews

ChicagoistChicagoist: The Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s home is one of the most acoustically perfect venues in town and sounds pitch-perfect across a range of musical styles. Read more.

Dmitry W.Dmitry Witman: Outstandin orchestra and director, off-course. Great jazz program as well, infrequent jazz concerts though. Yet if you are lucky with the time of your visit - they are really good.

Mark M.Mark Moskovitz: Great music, great customer service!

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