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Illinois Events 2026: Concert, Sports & Theatre Tickets
1,777+ live events are on sale across Illinois in 19 cities, covering concerts, sports and theatre. Tickets start from $5, and the next event is on Sun, Dec 20 at 5:00 PM.
Events in Illinois
1,777 events
Sun, Dec 20 at 2:00 PM
Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, Arlington Heights
Get Tickets$83


Mon, Dec 21 at 7:30 PM
Apollo Theater Main Stage - Chicago, Chicago
Get Tickets$56


Top Illinois Events
Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas - The Musical
Tue, Dec 22 at 7:00 PM
Nederlander Theatre at Ford Center for the Performing Arts · Chicago
From $82
Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Merry, Merry Chicago
Mon, Dec 21 at 7:30 PM
Orchestra Hall At Chicago Symphony Center · Chicago
From $54
Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Merry, Merry Chicago
Tue, Dec 22 at 7:30 PM
Orchestra Hall At Chicago Symphony Center · Chicago
From $54
Vape! The Grease Parody
Mon, Dec 21 at 7:30 PM
Apollo Theater Main Stage - Chicago · Chicago
From $56
Hairspray
Tue, Dec 22 at 7:00 PM
George Van Dusen Theatre At North Shore Center For The Performing Arts · Skokie
From $68
Northwestern Wildcats Women's Basketball vs. Eastern Illinois Panthers
Mon, Dec 21 at 7:00 PM
Welsh Ryan Arena · Evanston
From $12
About Events in Illinois
Illinois has 1,777+ live events on sale across concerts, sports and theatre, spread across 19 cities. Every listing on this page shows real-time pricing from verified sellers with instant e-ticket delivery. Prices are live and may change based on demand and availability.
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Illinois — Event FAQs
Dates, venues, prices and checkout details before you pick seats.01What events are happening in Illinois right now?
There are 1,777+ live events on sale across Illinois including concerts, sports and theatre in 19 cities. Every listing shows the date, venue, city and a live ticket price from verified sellers.
02How do I buy event tickets in Illinois?
Browse the events on this page, open the show you want, choose your seats on the interactive map, and check out securely on TheTicketers. Listings come from verified resale sellers, and tickets arrive as instant e-tickets by email or mobile.
03Which cities in Illinois have events on sale?
Events are on sale in Illinois cities including Chicago. Use the city links on this page to see what's happening near you.
04Are the ticket prices on this page accurate?
Yes. Every price is pulled live from verified sellers' inventory, with tickets in Illinois currently starting from $5. Prices reflect current availability and can change with demand.
05What types of events can I find in Illinois?
This page covers concerts and live music, sports, theatre, comedy, festivals, family shows and more across Illinois. Use the category links above to narrow your search.
06Can I find last-minute tickets in Illinois?
Yes. Inventory from verified resale sellers updates in real time, so newly released and last-minute tickets appear automatically. Sort by date or open an event to see exactly what is still available.
Tickets in Illinois
Looking for tickets in Illinois? This page is your live guide to events across the state — concerts and live music, sports, and theatre. Every listing comes from verified resale sellers with real-time availability and live pricing. When you find an event, choose your seats on the interactive map and check out securely on TheTicketers; tickets arrive as instant e-tickets, backed by a 100% Buyer Guarantee.
We cover everything from major arena tours and stadium sports to intimate theatre and comedy shows in Illinois's cities and venues. New events appear automatically as they go on sale, so bookmark this page and check back for the latest Illinois events.