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 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 & 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: It's a great place to watch concerts and movies in the park! If you're sitting on the lawn, arrive early!
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: 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.: An excellent and authentic place for jazz, but get here early as the place fills up fast.
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 Gündüz: One of best jazz clubs I have ever seen. Food is also great. Cocktails are also good. House wines are also tasty.
Tim Bushnell: Live jazz, great food, wonderful drinks, a nice place to spend the night and unwind or bring a date
Heba-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)
7. Millennium Park
9.5
201 E Randolph St (btwn Columbus Dr & Michigan Ave), Chicago, IL
Park · Grant Park · 621 tips and reviews
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 Pizzeria: The perfect place for a picnic and a night of music and dining al fresco! Free Wi-Fi is also available!
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.
Jay Geneske: Great classes, shows, place for music and instruments.
Jacqueline Arica: Excellent concert venue. Small theater lends to a very intimate setting.
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.
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
Bing: 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.: The live rock bands are gems and the Music is very good.
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.
12. Rosa's Lounge
8.8
3420 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL
Rock Club · Logan Square · 18 tips and reviews
Tracy Crystal: AMAZING place to go for live Blues music. Light crowd, excellent atmosphere, good drinks and a pool table!
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 Glasser: Great music, cool atmosphere and owners and staff are top shelf!
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 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 Wolfson: My favorite music venue these days! Great duck tacos! Amazing wine! Wonderful wait staff.
14. Empty Bottle
8.8
1035 N Western Ave (at W Cortez St), Chicago, IL
Music Venue · Ukrainian Village · 84 tips and reviews
RCRD 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 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 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
Chicagoist: 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 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 Moskovitz: Great music, great customer service!