Chicago This Week
October 12–19
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City services
Columbus Day (Illinois state holiday)
Why it matters: Expect some government closures, service changes, and unusual customer traffic near you.
Events & crowds
Vip Stadium Tour at Soldier Field
Why it matters: Sports event at Soldier Field.
INOHA at Metro
Why it matters: Expect added evening foot and vehicle traffic near the venue.
The Best of The Second City at Second City-Chicago: Mainstage
Why it matters: Arts & Theatre event at Second City-Chicago: Mainstage.
Olivia Rodrigo: The Unraveled Tour at United Center
Why it matters: Music event at United Center.
Drunk Shakespeare: Drunk Dracula (21+ Event) at The Lion Theatre
Why it matters: Arts & Theatre event at The Lion Theatre.
ChiTown Drive-In Presents - Shrek at ChiTown Movies
Why it matters: Ticketed event at ChiTown Movies.
Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise Aboard First Lady at Chicago Architecture Center - First Lady
Why it matters: Miscellaneous event at Chicago Architecture Center - First Lady.
The Burney Sisters at SPACE
Why it matters: Music event at SPACE.
ChiTown Drive-In Presents - The Exorcist (the original) at ChiTown Movies
Why it matters: Ticketed event at ChiTown Movies.
SLIFT at Outset
Why it matters: Expect increased foot traffic and rideshare activity near the venue around showtime.
Waitress (Chicago) at James M. Nederlander Theatre
Why it matters: Arts & Theatre event at James M. Nederlander Theatre.
Kokandy Productions Jekyll & Hyde (Chicago) at Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place
Why it matters: Arts & Theatre event at Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place.