What's On in Chicago — August 2026 Events, Concerts & Tickets

August 2026

Your guide to the best events in Chicago this month: BTS World Tour, Matt Rife. Dates, venues and tickets — updated for August 2026.

Events in Chicago this month

Looking for things to do in Chicago? We're tracking 60 upcoming events — concerts, festivals, theatre, comedy and more. Below are the highlights by category, each with dates, venues and where to get tickets. This guide is refreshed regularly as new events are announced.

Concerts & Live Music in Chicago

BTS World Tour — Aug 28, Soldier Field, from €378. 3 Inches of Blood — Aug 29, Reggies Chicago, from €80. BTS World Tour — Aug 29, Soldier Field, from €417. The Fray with Dashboard Confessional — Aug 29, Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island, from €41. The Yacht Rock Revue — Sep 11, Salt Shed - Outdoor Fairgrounds, from €59. Eric Clapton — Sep 11, United Center, from €59.

Theatre & Shows in Chicago

Matt Rife — Oct 25, United Center.