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Sat, Oct 10, 2026 · 6:00pm
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Carolina Hurricanes
The Blackhawks host the Carolina Hurricanes for a night of NHL hockey at the United Center.
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Things to Do in Chicago on Saturday, Oct 10
Stumblday's hand-checked ranking of the best things to do in Chicago on Saturday, Oct 10: 173 picks, refreshed weekly.
173 picks · checked Sep 21
173 picks
#1Sat, Oct 10, 2026 · 6:00pm · One Day Only
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Carolina Hurricanes
The Blackhawks host the Carolina Hurricanes for a night of NHL hockey at the United Center.
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Lincoln Park Zoo, Lincoln Park, Lakeview & WrigleyvilleJrbarc! · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsSeptember 25–November 1, 2026; pumpkin patch open daily, live pumpkin carving weekends 10am–1pmFree
Fall Fest at Lincoln Park Zoo
Free harvest fun at the zoo: s'mores, pro pumpkin carvers, pick-your-own pumpkins and live music.
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#2September 25–November 1, 2026; pumpkin patch open daily, live pumpkin carving weekends 10am–1pm · Limited Run
Lincoln Park Zoo, Lincoln Park, Lakeview & WrigleyvilleJrbarc! · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsFall Fest at Lincoln Park Zoo
Free harvest fun at the zoo: s'mores, pro pumpkin carvers, pick-your-own pumpkins and live music.
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Fri, Oct 9, 2026 · 7pm; Sat, Oct 10 · 5pm and 8pm
Jerry Seinfeld Live!
The stand-up legend does a live set at the Chicago Theatre, one night only.
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#3Fri, Oct 9, 2026 · 7pm; Sat, Oct 10 · 5pm and 8pm · One Weekend Only
Jerry Seinfeld Live!
The stand-up legend does a live set at the Chicago Theatre, one night only.
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McCormick Place, North Building, Hall B1, Near South Side, Downtown, the Loop & West LoopWarren LeMay from Chicago, IL, United States · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsThursday, October 8 – Saturday, October 10, 2026Free and open to the public
Abbott Health & Fitness Expo
Free and open to anyone: marathon bib pickup and the whole race-weekend trade floor.
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#4Thursday, October 8 – Saturday, October 10, 2026 · One Weekend Only
McCormick Place, North Building, Hall B1, Near South Side, Downtown, the Loop & West LoopWarren LeMay from Chicago, IL, United States · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsAbbott Health & Fitness Expo
Free and open to anyone: marathon bib pickup and the whole race-weekend trade floor.
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Fri, Oct 9, 2026 · 8:00pm
Beck – Ride Lonesome Tour
Beck opens two nights at the Auditorium on a new 25-date North American tour.
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#5Fri, Oct 9, 2026 · 8:00pm · One Weekend Only
Beck – Ride Lonesome Tour
Beck opens two nights at the Auditorium on a new 25-date North American tour.
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Saturday, October 10, 2026, 1:30 PM
Chicago Fire FC vs. New York City FC
The Fire take on New York City FC in an afternoon MLS match at Soldier Field.
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#6Saturday, October 10, 2026, 1:30 PM · One Day Only
Chicago Fire FC vs. New York City FC
The Fire take on New York City FC in an afternoon MLS match at Soldier Field.
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THE MART, River North, Downtown, the Loop & West LoopDavid Wilson from Oak Park, Illinois, USA · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsOctober 7–10, 2026 · Wed 5–8 PM; Thu–Fri 11 AM–8 PM; Sat 11 AM–6 PMTickets via the fair's website
Chicago Art Fair
Galleries at every price point fill THE MART, with guidance for first-time buyers and collectors.
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#7October 7–10, 2026 · Wed 5–8 PM; Thu–Fri 11 AM–8 PM; Sat 11 AM–6 PM · One Weekend Only
THE MART, River North, Downtown, the Loop & West LoopDavid Wilson from Oak Park, Illinois, USA · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsChicago Art Fair
Galleries at every price point fill THE MART, with guidance for first-time buyers and collectors.
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CIBC Theatre, Downtown, the Loop & West LoopOnasill - Bill Badzo - 144 Million Views from Canada · Public domain · Wikimedia CommonsThrough Oct 11, 2026
Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical
The Olivier-winning musical about a WWII deception plot built around a dead body.
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#8Through Oct 11, 2026 · One Weekend Only
CIBC Theatre, Downtown, the Loop & West LoopOnasill - Bill Badzo - 144 Million Views from Canada · Public domain · Wikimedia CommonsOperation Mincemeat: A New Musical
The Olivier-winning musical about a WWII deception plot built around a dead body.
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Lyric Opera House, Downtown, the Loop & West LoopZesmeralda · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsSat, Oct 10, 2026 · 7:30pm
Don Giovanni
Lyric opens its 2026/27 season with the tale of a charismatic lord's spectacular downfall.
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#9Sat, Oct 10, 2026 · 7:30pm · One Day Only
Lyric Opera House, Downtown, the Loop & West LoopZesmeralda · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsDon Giovanni
Lyric opens its 2026/27 season with the tale of a charismatic lord's spectacular downfall.
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Steppenwolf Downstairs Theater, Lincoln Park, Lakeview & WrigleyvilleFri, Oct 9, 2026 · 7:30pm
Topdog/Underdog
Topdog/Underdog follows brothers Lincoln and Booth, getting by in America, at Steppenwolf.
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#10Fri, Oct 9, 2026 · 7:30pm · Limited Run
Steppenwolf Downstairs Theater, Lincoln Park, Lakeview & WrigleyvilleTopdog/Underdog
Topdog/Underdog follows brothers Lincoln and Booth, getting by in America, at Steppenwolf.
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Sat, Oct 10, 2026 · 7:30pm
Jpegmafia – The Experimental Rap Tour
JPEGMAFIA takes the Aragon Ballroom stage with special guests redveil and matt proxy.
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#11Sat, Oct 10, 2026 · 7:30pm · One Day Only
Jpegmafia – The Experimental Rap Tour
JPEGMAFIA takes the Aragon Ballroom stage with special guests redveil and matt proxy.
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Ryan Field, Evanston, Evanston & Oak ParkGreenstrat at English Wikipedia · Public domain · Wikimedia CommonsSaturday, October 10, 2026, kickoff time to be announcedTickets via Northwestern Athl…
Northwestern vs. Ball State
Northwestern plays its Homecoming football game, the only major college home game near Chicago.
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#12Saturday, October 10, 2026, kickoff time to be announced · Limited Run
Ryan Field, Evanston, Evanston & Oak ParkGreenstrat at English Wikipedia · Public domain · Wikimedia CommonsNorthwestern vs. Ball State
Northwestern plays its Homecoming football game, the only major college home game near Chicago.
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Jonquil Park, Lincoln Park, Lakeview & WrigleyvilleWarren LeMay from Chicago, IL, United States · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsOctober 9–11, 2026; Friday 5–10pm, Saturday 11am–10pm, Sunday 11am–7pmGeneral admission from $30
Lincoln Park Wine Fest
The 10th Lincoln Park Wine Fest pours in two-hour sessions in a small neighborhood park; 21+.
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#13October 9–11, 2026; Friday 5–10pm, Saturday 11am–10pm, Sunday 11am–7pm · One Weekend Only
Jonquil Park, Lincoln Park, Lakeview & WrigleyvilleWarren LeMay from Chicago, IL, United States · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsLincoln Park Wine Fest
The 10th Lincoln Park Wine Fest pours in two-hour sessions in a small neighborhood park; 21+.
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Pullman Exhibit Hall, Pullman, Hyde Park, Bronzeville & the South SideJ. W. Taylor · public domain · Wikimedia CommonsSaturday–Sunday, October 10–11, 2026, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.$21 advance through October 8
53rd Annual Historic Pullman House Tour
The 53rd Pullman House Tour opens private landmark interiors across the historic neighborhood.
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#14Saturday–Sunday, October 10–11, 2026, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. · One Weekend Only
Pullman Exhibit Hall, Pullman, Hyde Park, Bronzeville & the South SideJ. W. Taylor · public domain · Wikimedia Commons53rd Annual Historic Pullman House Tour
The 53rd Pullman House Tour opens private landmark interiors across the historic neighborhood.
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Downtown St. Charles, St. Charles, Far SuburbsAneekr at English Wikipedia · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsFriday, October 9 – Sunday, October 11, 2026
St. Charles Scarecrow Weekend
Over 120 handmade scarecrows you vote on fill downtown, plus live music, for a fall trip.
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#15Friday, October 9 – Sunday, October 11, 2026 · One Weekend Only
Downtown St. Charles, St. Charles, Far SuburbsAneekr at English Wikipedia · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsSt. Charles Scarecrow Weekend
Over 120 handmade scarecrows you vote on fill downtown, plus live music, for a fall trip.
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Wintrust Arena, 200 E Cermak Road, Downtown, the Loop & West LoopSaturday, October 10, 2026 · 3:15 PM
Golden Boy Promotions Pres: Schofield vs Bahdi
A WBA lightweight world title is on the line in an in-city arena boxing card.
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#16Saturday, October 10, 2026 · 3:15 PM · Limited Run
Wintrust Arena, 200 E Cermak Road, Downtown, the Loop & West LoopGolden Boy Promotions Pres: Schofield vs Bahdi
A WBA lightweight world title is on the line in an in-city arena boxing card.
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The Morton Arboretum, Lisle, Far SuburbsDavid Wilson · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsFriday–Sunday, October 9–11, 2026, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.Included with Arboretum gener…
Glass Pumpkin Patch 2026
The Morton Arboretum displays more than 8,000 glass pumpkins with live glassmaking demonstrations.
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#17Friday–Sunday, October 9–11, 2026, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. · One Weekend Only
The Morton Arboretum, Lisle, Far SuburbsDavid Wilson · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsGlass Pumpkin Patch 2026
The Morton Arboretum displays more than 8,000 glass pumpkins with live glassmaking demonstrations.
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Chicago Botanic Garden, Glencoe, Far Suburbscultivar413 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsFriday–Sunday, October 9–11, 2026 · 6:30–10:30 PM nightlyAdults from $24 for nonmember…
Night of 1,000 Jack-o'-Lanterns
Seventy-five giant pumpkins, live carving and performers light a three-night garden walk.
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#18Friday–Sunday, October 9–11, 2026 · 6:30–10:30 PM nightly · One Weekend Only
Chicago Botanic Garden, Glencoe, Far Suburbscultivar413 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsNight of 1,000 Jack-o'-Lanterns
Seventy-five giant pumpkins, live carving and performers light a three-night garden walk.
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F1 Arcade, River North, Downtown, the Loop & West LoopOpen this weekend — recently opened
F1 Arcade
A newly opened River North bar with 61 driving simulators, plus brisket tacos and burgers.
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#19Open this weekend — recently opened · Limited Run
F1 Arcade, River North, Downtown, the Loop & West LoopF1 Arcade
A newly opened River North bar with 61 driving simulators, plus brisket tacos and burgers.
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Venues across Chicago, Citywide, Downtown, the Loop & West LoopMatt Reeves / Darkroom Demons · CC0 · Wikimedia CommonsOctober 8–18, 2026 · Events at venues across Chicago
Chicago Fashion Week
The citywide fashion calendar spans markets, runway shows and store events.
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#20October 8–18, 2026 · Events at venues across Chicago · Limited Run
Venues across Chicago, Citywide, Downtown, the Loop & West LoopMatt Reeves / Darkroom Demons · CC0 · Wikimedia CommonsChicago Fashion Week
The citywide fashion calendar spans markets, runway shows and store events.
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Music Box Theatre, Lakeview, Lincoln Park, Lakeview & WrigleyvilleBrandon Olafsson · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsSaturday, October 10, 2026, 6:45 PM$13 for most screenings
Music Box of Horrors: Possession, In the Mouth of Madness & Event Horizon
One ticket covers a horror triple bill, two films on 35mm, running late into the night.
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#21Saturday, October 10, 2026, 6:45 PM · Limited Run
Music Box Theatre, Lakeview, Lincoln Park, Lakeview & WrigleyvilleBrandon Olafsson · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsMusic Box of Horrors: Possession, In the Mouth of Madness & Event Horizon
One ticket covers a horror triple bill, two films on 35mm, running late into the night.
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Griffin Museum of Science and Industry, Hyde Park, Bronzeville & the South SideSaturday–Sunday, October 10–11, 2026 · Start times 5–8:30 PM$40 adults
Escape the Museum: The Infinite Grid
A museum-wide escape game turns exhibits into clues across two after-hours nights.
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#22Saturday–Sunday, October 10–11, 2026 · Start times 5–8:30 PM · One Weekend Only
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry, Hyde Park, Bronzeville & the South SideEscape the Museum: The Infinite Grid
A museum-wide escape game turns exhibits into clues across two after-hours nights.
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The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theater, Navy Pier, Downtown, the Loop & West LoopSeptember 11–October 18, 2026; selected performances
Play On! — Chicago Shakespeare Theater
A new play runs select dates at Chicago Shakespeare's Navy Pier stage.
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#23September 11–October 18, 2026; selected performances · Limited Run
The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theater, Navy Pier, Downtown, the Loop & West LoopPlay On! — Chicago Shakespeare Theater
A new play runs select dates at Chicago Shakespeare's Navy Pier stage.
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Paramount Theatre, Aurora, Far SuburbsJoseph Gage · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsThrough Oct 11, 2026From $34 in person
Mean Girls
The Chicago-area premiere of the Tina Fey musical, a big Equity production in Aurora from $34.
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#24Through Oct 11, 2026 · Limited Run
Paramount Theatre, Aurora, Far SuburbsJoseph Gage · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsMean Girls
The Chicago-area premiere of the Tina Fey musical, a big Equity production in Aurora from $34.
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