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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 Saturday Night, Oct 10
Stumblday's hand-checked ranking of the best things to do in Chicago on Saturday night, Oct 10: 77 picks, refreshed weekly.
77 picks · checked Sep 21
77 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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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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#2Fri, 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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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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#3Fri, 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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#4Saturday, 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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#5October 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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#6Through 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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#7Sat, 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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#8Fri, 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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#9Sat, 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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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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#10October 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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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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#11Friday–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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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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#12Saturday, 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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#13Saturday–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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#14September 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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#15Through 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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The Edge Off Broadway Theatre, Andersonville, Uptown & Lincoln SquareSaturday, October 10, 2026, 8 p.m.$20–$30
Idle Muse Theatre Company Presents “Witch”
Idle Muse Theatre Company stages Jen Silverman's Witch for its 20th season.
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#16Saturday, October 10, 2026, 8 p.m. · One Day Only
The Edge Off Broadway Theatre, Andersonville, Uptown & Lincoln SquareIdle Muse Theatre Company Presents “Witch”
Idle Muse Theatre Company stages Jen Silverman's Witch for its 20th season.
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Design at 329, Pilsen, West Town & the West SideAdam Jones, Ph.D. · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsSaturday, October 10, 2026 · 12–6 PMOpen access
Design at 329 Vintage Clothing Pop-Up
Design at 329's dealers open their Pilsen warehouse for a Chicago Fashion Week vintage pop-up.
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#17Saturday, October 10, 2026 · 12–6 PM · One Day Only
Design at 329, Pilsen, West Town & the West SideAdam Jones, Ph.D. · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsDesign at 329 Vintage Clothing Pop-Up
Design at 329's dealers open their Pilsen warehouse for a Chicago Fashion Week vintage pop-up.
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The Auditorium, The Loop, Downtown, the Loop & West LoopJW Taylor,, photographer. · Public domain · Wikimedia CommonsSaturday, October 10, 2026, 8:00 PMTickets via Ticketmaster
Beck: Ride Lonesome Tour – Night Two
Beck plays a second Auditorium night, a fallback if the first show sells out or won't fit.
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#18Saturday, October 10, 2026, 8:00 PM · Limited Run
The Auditorium, The Loop, Downtown, the Loop & West LoopJW Taylor,, photographer. · Public domain · Wikimedia CommonsBeck: Ride Lonesome Tour – Night Two
Beck plays a second Auditorium night, a fallback if the first show sells out or won't fit.
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Orchestra Hall, Symphony Center, Downtown, the Loop & West LoopI'm nonpartisan · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsSat, Oct 10, 2026 · 6:30pm
Symphony Ball with Klaus Mäkelä
The CSO's season gala: Mäkelä conducts Walton's Babylon cantata with baritone Thomas Hampson.
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#19Sat, Oct 10, 2026 · 6:30pm · One Day Only
Orchestra Hall, Symphony Center, Downtown, the Loop & West LoopI'm nonpartisan · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsSymphony Ball with Klaus Mäkelä
The CSO's season gala: Mäkelä conducts Walton's Babylon cantata with baritone Thomas Hampson.
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Sat, Oct 10, 2026 · 7:00pm
Switchfoot with special guest Anberlin - Forever Now Tour
Switchfoot brings the Forever Now Tour to House of Blues Chicago with guest Anberlin.
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#20Sat, Oct 10, 2026 · 7:00pm · Limited Run
Switchfoot with special guest Anberlin - Forever Now Tour
Switchfoot brings the Forever Now Tour to House of Blues Chicago with guest Anberlin.
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THE MART, River North, Downtown, the Loop & West LoopOctober 7–10, 2026 · Wed 5–8 PM; Thu–Fri 11 AM–8 PM; Sat 11 AM–6 PMTicketed
Spectrum Chicago
Spectrum spotlights independent artists and gallery programs at THE MART.
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#21October 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 LoopSpectrum Chicago
Spectrum spotlights independent artists and gallery programs at THE MART.
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Gallagher Way, Wrigleyville, Lincoln Park, Lakeview & WrigleyvilleSecretName101 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsSaturday, October 10, 2026, 11:00 AM–7:00 PMNo admission price listed
Harvest Hangout at Gallagher Way
Eight hours of fall programming beside Wrigley, with college football on the big board.
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#22Saturday, October 10, 2026, 11:00 AM–7:00 PM · One Day Only
Gallagher Way, Wrigleyville, Lincoln Park, Lakeview & WrigleyvilleSecretName101 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsHarvest Hangout at Gallagher Way
Eight hours of fall programming beside Wrigley, with college football on the big board.
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Thalia Hall, Pilsen, West Town & the West Sidevictorgrigas · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsSaturday, October 10, 2026; doors 7:00 PMTicketed
Armand Hammer with Quelle Chris and Open Mike Eagle
Three sharp independent hip-hop acts share one bill at Thalia Hall in Pilsen.
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#23Saturday, October 10, 2026; doors 7:00 PM · Limited Run
Thalia Hall, Pilsen, West Town & the West Sidevictorgrigas · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsArmand Hammer with Quelle Chris and Open Mike Eagle
Three sharp independent hip-hop acts share one bill at Thalia Hall in Pilsen.
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Radius Chicago, East Pilsen, Downtown, the Loop & West LoopSaturday, October 10, 2026 · Doors 10 PMTicketed
Hamdi FC vs. Chicago
Hamdi’s bass tour lands at Radius with Taiki Nulight and a three-DJ back-to-back set.
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#24Saturday, October 10, 2026 · Doors 10 PM · Limited Run
Radius Chicago, East Pilsen, Downtown, the Loop & West LoopHamdi FC vs. Chicago
Hamdi’s bass tour lands at Radius with Taiki Nulight and a three-DJ back-to-back set.
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