Illinois Live Events

Live Events in Illinois: Concerts, Sports, and Comedy and More

From high-energy concerts and Broadway touring productions to can't-miss sporting events, Illinois delivers unforgettable experiences for every kind of fan. Whether you're singing along in a packed arena, laughing at a comedy show, or watching the action from courtside, there's always something happening across the state.

With Vivid Seats, you can browse top events and buy with confidence, backed by our 100% Buyer Guarantee. Plus, with our rewards program, you can earn credit on eligible purchases to use toward future tickets.

Things to Do in Illinois This Week

Chicago lights up this week with comedy and hip hop as Nate Bargatze hits United Center and G Herbo takes over Wintrust Arena.

Sports fans can make a quick road trip for NFL action with the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium or catch college football energy with the Iowa Hawkeyes Football at Kinnick Stadium and the Indiana Hoosiers Football at Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium, while R&B lovers can see T-Pain - Faheem Rashad Najm at The Factory - Chesterfield.

Things to Do in Illinois Next Week

Kick off the week in Chicago with Playboi Carti at the United Center on Thursday. Keep the momentum Friday when the Chicago Bulls take the court at the United Center.

Saturday stacks up with the Autumn Rugby Internationals electrifying Soldier Field by afternoon and Griz lighting up Wintrust Arena by night. For a classic college game day, head to Champaign for Illinois Fighting Illini Football at Gies Memorial Stadium.

Why Buy with Vivid Seats

Illinois fans choose Vivid Seats because it makes getting into the events they love simple, secure, and rewarding. From Wrigley Field and Soldier Field to the United Center, Allstate Arena, and venues across the state, you’ll find a broad selection of seats, intuitive filters and interactive maps to compare options quickly, plus secure checkout, mobile ticket delivery, and responsive customer support. Every purchase is backed by the Vivid Seats 100% Buyer Guarantee for peace of mind, so you can count on valid tickets delivered in time for entry and dedicated help if you need it. And with the Vivid Seats rewards program, you earn credit on eligible purchases to put toward future shows and games—making every outing in Illinois go further.