If there's one thing Chicago has an abundance of, it's great places to see live music. Whether you're trying to catch your favorite star on their global tour, discovering your new favorite indie band, or soaking in the city's heritage at one of the many great Blues or Jazz bars, there is a little something for everyone. However, with so many choices and only so much free time, it can be overwhelming to decide where to scratch your live music itch, and with the 2026 concert schedule chock-full of great options, some planning may go a long way!
So to help guide you on your musical journey this year, here are some of the best concerts and shows coming to Chicago in 2026.
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February
Feb. 20 - Brandi Carlile at Allstate Arena
March
March 21 - Cardi B. at the United Center
March 26 - FKA Twigs at Wintrust Arena
April
April 3-4 - Lily Allen at the Auditorium Theatre
April 6-7 - TWICE at the United Center
April 10 - RAYE at the Auditorium Theatre
April 10-11 - Florence + The Machine at Allstate Arena
April 25-26 - Zoé at the Rosemont Theatre
May
May 1 - Demi Lovato at the United Center
May 29 - Rio Kelly at Chicago Theatre
May 30 - Cody Johnson at AllState Arena
June
June 2-3 - Megan Moroney at the United Center
June 19-20 - Morgan Wallen at Soldier Field
June 20 - Rosalía at the United Center
June 27 - "Weird Al" Yankovic at the United Center
June 27 - Ed Sheeran at Soldier Field
June 27 - Josh Groban with Jennifer Hudson at AllState Arena
June 29 - Alex Warren at the United Center
July
July 3 - Louis Tomlinson at AllState Arena
July 8 - Evanescence at Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
July 12 - Tyler Childers at Wrigley Field
July 15 - Meghan Trainor at the United Center
July 16, 18, 20, 22 - Rush at the United Center
July 18-19 - Creed, Cypress Hill and Limp Bizkit at Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
July 29 - Guns N' Roses at Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
July 30 - Avenged Sevenfold at Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
August
Aug. 1 - Chicago and Styx at AllState Arena
Aug. 3, 5, 6 - Ariana Grande at the United Center
Aug. 7 - Train at Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
Aug. 8 - Foo Fighters at Soldier Field
Aug. 15 - Lynyrd Skynyrd at Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
Aug. 22 - Mötley Crüe at Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
September
Sept. 22 - Iron Maiden at Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
October
Oct. 3 - Doja Cat at the United Center
Festivals
Jun. 4-7 - Chicago Blues Festival at Grant Park
Jul 8-12 - Windy City Smokeout at United Center (Lineup yet to be announced)
Jul 30-Aug. 2 - Lollapalooza at Grant Park (Lineup yet to be announced)
Year-Round Blues & Jazz
House of Blues - 329 N. Dearborn St.
Buddy Guy’s Legends - 700 S. Wabash Dr.
The Jazz Showcase - 806 S. Plymouth Court
The Green Mill - 4802 N. Broadway
Andy's Jazz Club - 11 E. Hubbard St.
Kingston Mines - 2548 N. Halsted
Winter’s Jazz - 456 N. Mclurg Ct.
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