PEEPHOLE w/ HERVANA
Sat 14 Nov · 7:00 PM
Cubby Bear · Chicago
Alternative concerts in Chicago
Alternative and indie concerts in Chicago: currently 43 upcoming dates across 10 venues, scheduled from August 2026 to April 2027.
The most active venues right now:
- Bottom Lounge — 13 dates
- Thalia Hall — 11 dates
- Empty Bottle — 5 dates
- Cubby Bear — 3 dates
- Vic Theatre — 3 dates
The line-up ranges from household names to newcomers — a single overview of every upcoming Alternative date in Chicago.
Below you'll find the full schedule for Chicago. Filter by date, compare the listings and book each event directly with the official ticket seller — the final price including fees is shown on the seller's site.
52 events
The Afghan Whigs (18 and Over)
Sat 14 Nov · 8:00 PM
Metro · Chicago
Francis of Delirium - Ages 17+
Sat 14 Nov · 8:00 PM
Subterranean · Chicago
Hamilton Leithauser + Rostam - The Joint Tour with Johanna Samuels
Sun 15 Nov · 7:00 PM
Thalia Hall · Chicago
Manchester Orchestra - Ages 18+
Sun 15 Nov · 7:00 PM
Vic Theatre · Chicago
Gene
Mon 16 Nov · 7:30 PM
Bottom Lounge · Chicago
Ours
Wed 18 Nov · 8:00 PM
Bottom Lounge · Chicago
Michigander
Fri 20 Nov · 7:00 PM
Bottom Lounge · Chicago
LOMBARDY BLACK / IN LIMBO / GREYSTONE
Fri 20 Nov · 7:00 PM
Cubby Bear · Chicago
Squirrel Flower with Sour Widows
Fri 20 Nov · 8:00 PM
Thalia Hall · Chicago
The Smithereens
Sat 21 Nov · 7:30 PM
Park West · Chicago
They Are Gutting a Body of Water 'In the Round' with Truth Club
Sat 21 Nov · 8:00 PM
Thalia Hall · Chicago
BoDeans (18+)
Fri 27 Nov · 7:00 PM
Vic Theatre · Chicago
Pigface with En Esch and I Speak Machine
Fri 27 Nov · 8:00 PM
Thalia Hall · Chicago
Mondo Cozmo
Sat 5 Dec · 8:00 PM
Bottom Lounge · Chicago
Wilco
7 Dec – 8 Dec
Chicago
Face to Face - Celebrating 35 Years
Sat 12 Dec · 6:00 PM
Concord Music Hall · Chicago
FREE MONDAY w/ Astrobrite / Fauvely / Emily Jane Powers
Mon 11 Jan · 9:00 PM
Empty Bottle · Chicago
State Radio Performing Us Against The Crown
Fri 22 Jan · 8:00 PM
Thalia Hall · Chicago
Ibeyi
Tue 2 Feb · 8:00 PM
Thalia Hall · Chicago
James Marriott
Thu 18 Feb · 7:30 PM
Metro · Chicago
Dinosaur Jr w/ Starcrawler
Fri 5 Mar · 7:30 PM
Vic Theatre · Chicago
Blue October (18 and Over)
Thu 11 Mar · 8:00 PM
Riviera Theatre- IL · Chicago
Blondshell
Fri 12 Mar · 8:00 PM
Vic Theatre · Chicago
Frequently asked questions
How many Alternative events are on in Chicago?
Currently 43 upcoming dates across 10 venues, scheduled through April 2027.
Where do the events take place?
Across the city — the most active are Bottom Lounge, Thalia Hall, Empty Bottle.
What can I expect from Alternative in Chicago?
Alternative and indie concerts from local and touring names — the full schedule is below.
How do I buy tickets?
Pick an event, open its page and book directly with the official ticket seller. The final price including all fees is shown there — OnStage adds nothing on top.