March 8, 2026
Sunday

The Arts

10:00 amCharlie and The Chocolate Factory: Theatre for Young Audiences Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire. Musical theatrical performance.
1:00 pmHamilton CIBC Theatre. A musical story about the life and very interesting times of Alexander Hamilton.
1:00 pmDear Evan Hansen Paramount Theatre, Aurora. Musical theatrical performance.
1:00 pmDJ Raphi The Outset. Family friendly concert.
1:00 pmLisa Lisa Joe's Live, Rosemont. R&B / soul music performance.
1:30 pmElgin Youth Symphony Orchestra: In A Single Moment Elgin Community College. Classical concert.
2:00 pmLes Miserables Cadillac Palace Theatre. Live On Stage.
2:00 pmOn Your Feet Drury Lane Theater, Oakbrook Terrace. Musical theatrical performance.
2:00 pmThe Play That Goes Wrong Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, Arlington Heights. Musical theatrical performance.
2:00 pmHamnet The Yard. Musical theatrical performance.
2:00 pmCats - The Musical North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, Skokie. Musical theatrical performance.
3:00 pmBenjamin Grosvenor Symphony Center. Classical concert.
3:00 pmTurn It Out with Tiler Peck and Friends Auditorium Theatre. Dance theatrical performance.
3:00 pmJudy Collins Des Plaines Theatre. Pop / rock performance.
5:00 pmSons of Cream The Arcada Theatre, St. Charles. Pop / rock performance.
6:00 pmSe Me Subio El Muerto Podcast Chicago Improv, Schaumburg. TV / radio taped program.
6:30 pmSindhu Vee Harris Theater for Music and Dance. Comedic performance live.
6:30 pmBernadette - The Musical Athenaeum Theatre. Musical theatrical performance.
7:00 pmGalactic Empire The WC Social Club, West Chicago. Live rock / metal music.
7:00 pmAndy Hendrickson Zanies. Comedic performance live.
7:00 pmLeftover Salmon Garcia's. Performing country music live.
7:00 pmThe Christi Show City Winery. Comedic performance live.
7:00 pmPony - Band Schubas Harmony Grill. Pop / rock performance.
7:00 pmMax Amini Chicago Theatre. Comedic performance live.
7:00 pmScythian S.P.A.C.E., Evanston. Alternative music performance.
7:00 pmFey Hard Rock Live Northern Indiana, Gary. Latin music in concert.
7:15 pmLiza Treyger The Den Theatre. Comedic performance live.
7:30 pmLes Miserables Cadillac Palace Theatre. Live On Stage.
7:30 pmSpiritual Cramp Lincoln Hall. Jazz / blues concert performance.
8:00 pmLCD Soundsystem Aragon Ballroom. Pop / rock performance.

Sports

2:00 pmWindy City Bulls vs. Rio Grande Valley Vipers NOW Arena, Hoffman Estates. Basketball game.

For Children

10:00 am-
4:00 pm
Istock Family Look-In Lab Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. Explore the Nature Museum's live collections of reptiles, amphibians, fish, and invertebrates... 773-755-5100
11:00 amBest of Shedd Tour Shedd Aquarium. Discover the aquarium like never before with a 75 minute guided tour that includes behind-the-scenes access, front-row seats...
11:00 amKitty And The Beanstalk Lifeline Theatre. Childrens' / Familiy theater performance.

Community

9:30 am-
3:45 pm
Home and Studio: Inside and Out Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio, Oak Park. Pair a guided tour of the Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio with a self-guided... 312-994-4000
10:00 am-
4:00 pm
Judy Istock Butterfly Haven Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. Discover over 40 exotic butterfly species and colorful birds in a tropical 2,700 sq. ft. greenhouse... 773-755-5100
10:00 am-
4:00 pm
RiverWorks Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. Splash through this waterplay experience and learn about Chicago's waterways and how they... 773-755-5100
10:00 am-
4:00 pm
Wilderness Walk Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. Three meticulously re-created environments in Wilderness Walk immerse visitors in a prairie... 773-755-5100

Miscellaneous

3:00 pmThe Jury Experience: An Immersive Courtroom Case Museum Of Contemporary Art. Event with tickets available.

Dining Specials

10:00 am-
2:00 pm
Weekend Brunch at Cindy's Cindy's Rooftop. Menu items features Cindy's Breakfast Platter, Stuffed French Toast, Quiche, Braised Pork Croque Madame, Salmon Carpaccio...
10:00 am-
3:00 pm
Brunch at Aba's Aba. Enjoy Acai Bowl, Strawberry Rhubarb Biscuit, Chocolate Babka French Toast, Avocado & Spinach Frittata, Shawarma-Spiced Skirt Steak...
11:00 am-
1:00 pm
Hangover Happy Hour Bub City. Features $6 Bloody Mary's and Espresso Martinis.
11:00 am-
3:00 pm
Bub's Brunch Bub City. Brunch favorites include sweet Cinnamon Sticky Buns, the hearty Day Breaker Burrito, Egg White Tacos, a Bacon, Egg and Cheeseburger...
11:00 am-
18:00 am
Weekend Brunch at Ema Ema. Weekend brunch features fresh favorites like Soft Scrambled Eggs with mushrooms and parmesan cream, a vibrant Acai Bowl with fruit and...
4:00 pm-
5:00 pm
Gilt Bar Happy Hour Gilt Bar Chicago. Enjoy a variety of crave-worthy bites and drinks, starting with sliders like the American cheeseburger & hot fried chicken...
4:00 pm-
6:00 pm
Aba's Happy Hour Aba. Enjoy shareable mezze like Hot Honey Halloumi or a Spread served with House Bread. House Margarita and Classic Martini for $10 . Reserve...

Nightlife

6:00 pmExpo League Malarkey Comedy Kingsbury Theater. Where competition meets showmanship for an unforgettable, interactive experience! Inspired by the...
8:00 pm-
12:00 am
Soul Message Band The Green Mill Jazz Club. Chicago jazz organist Chris Foreman and drummer Greg Rockingham, share a strong musical bond. From the Deep Blue...
8:00 pmThe Phil Collins Story Genesee Theatre, Waukegan. Live concert performance.