Events in Chicago in May
Concerts, sports, theatre and shows in Chicago during May
All Events
100 events

Tue, May 4 at 7:00 PM
The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre, Chicago
Get Tickets$89
Wed, May 5 at 1:00 PM
The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre, Chicago
Get Tickets$89Wed, May 5 at 7:00 PM
The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre, Chicago
Get Tickets$89Thu, May 6 at 6:00 PM
House Of Blues - Chicago, Chicago
Get Tickets$79Thu, May 6 at 7:00 PM
The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre, Chicago
Get Tickets$89Thu, May 6 at 7:30 PM
Orchestra Hall At Chicago Symphony Center, Chicago
Get Tickets$40
Fri, May 7 at 1:30 PM
Orchestra Hall At Chicago Symphony Center, Chicago
Get Tickets$54Fri, May 7 at 7:00 PM
The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre, Chicago
Get Tickets$89Fri, May 7 at 7:00 PM
House Of Blues - Chicago, Chicago
Get Tickets$134About Events in Chicago in May
There are 100 confirmed events on sale in Chicago for May, with dates running from Sat, May 1 through Sun, May 16.
Tickets start from $21 — about 71% below the typical concerts ticket on sale right now.
The lineup is mostly concerts (82), plus 15 sports events and 3 theatre events.
Headliners include Chicago White Sox vs. Los Angeles Angels, Reunion in Bartersville and Hadestown.
Weekend dates start at $21; weeknights from $30.
Quick answers
Events in Chicago in May — FAQs
Dates, venues, prices and checkout details before you pick seats.01What can I see in Chicago in May?
100 confirmed events are on sale in Chicago for May, with dates running from Sat, May 1 through Sun, May 16 — headliners include Chicago White Sox vs. Los Angeles Angels, Reunion in Bartersville and Hadestown.
02What do Chicago tickets cost in May?
Tickets currently start from $21, with live pricing for every date on the secure checkout.
03Which May event in Chicago is the cheapest?
Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Einstein's Imagination on Sat, May 15 currently has the lowest starting price at $21.
04What types of events are on in Chicago in May?
May's lineup in Chicago is mostly concerts (82), plus 15 sports events and 3 theatre events.
05What happens if a May event in Chicago is cancelled?
If an event is cancelled, refunds are handled by the verified seller per its policy — usually returned to the original payment method automatically. Rescheduled events are typically honoured on the new date.
06What's the biggest event in Chicago in May?
The headline events in Chicago for May are listed at the top of the schedule above, sorted by date. Filter by category to surface the most-anticipated concerts, sports and shows.
07Are there sports events in Chicago in May?
Live sports in Chicago for May cover league fixtures and one-off events across the major sports. The Sports category filter surfaces every fixture with on-sale tickets.
08Why is May a good time to visit Chicago?
Chicago typically programmes a mix of touring concerts, league sports fixtures and stage productions in May. The listings on this page are pulled live, so the schedule reflects what is actually on sale.
09Are Chicago tickets in May on TheTicketers authentic?
Yes — every May listing for Chicago on TheTicketers comes from a verified resale seller, backed by our 100% Buyer Guarantee and delivered instantly.
10How early should I arrive at a May event in Chicago?
Arrive 45 to 60 minutes before showtime for a Chicago event in May to clear security and find your seat. Larger arenas typically take longer to fill at door-open.
Buy Chicago Tickets for May
Booking is straightforward: click any event above to see live seat availability and pricing, then complete checkout securely — tickets are issued instantly by email (show the QR code on your phone at the entrance) and prices update in real time, so the figure you see is what you pay. Looking ahead? Browse next month or jump back to last month for more events in Chicago.