If you’ve gone to see a big-name DJ or dance act over the past few years, chances are that you’ve ended up at The Mid in the meatpacking district on Halsted (if you were able to find it). Walk-able from Restaurant Row, this 800-capacity venue acts as a full-blown nightclub, from the disco-ball lighting to the snobby bartenders, button-down clientele, and front-door security (which, for certain...
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With free live music, colorful cocktails on rotation, a storefront gallery, and an eclectic in-house record label, The Whistler in Logan Square is a wonderful anomaly. Go on a random night and you might hear a worldly acoustic-guitar duo, a dubstep DJ, or an improvisational jazz outfit. Movie buffs can enjoy the monthly “Movieoke” or a foreign-film screening. The cocktails are some of the best in...
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Nightclub & cocktail lounge featuring specialty drinks, sports on TV & frequent DJs. South Loop 1032 S. State Street Chicago, IL 60605 (312) 939-9160 Visit Us Online LOCATION
Artist-friendly lounge hosting live bands, comedians, and DJs. Lincoln Park 2447 N Halsted Chicago, IL 60614 (773) 248-8400 Visit Us Online UPCOMING EVENTS LOCATION
Spybar Nightclub is a Chicago institution, boasting unparalleled night life for 18 years and running. This “River North party paradise” according to Rolling Stone Magazine (August 2013), is the perfect cross section between high octane clubbing and intimate lounge atmosphere. The ideal place to catch the world’s best DJ talent up close and personal, Spybar has been showcasing superstar caliber names in this down town Chicago...
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Designed to stimulate both the mind and body, Sound-Bar Nightclub provides an unparalleled nightlife experience. Near North Side/River North 226 W. Ontario Chicago, IL 60610 (312) 787-4480 UPCOMING EVENTS LOCATION
The dance-based predecessor to Metro, SmartBar is the (literally) underground dance bar that’s operated underneath the main venue. It pulls in plenty of big-name and no-name DJs—the only prerequisite is to spread some infectious grooves. From Wednesday through Sunday, the parties rage until 4 AM (5 AM on Saturdays), and despite the clubby vibe and proximity to Wrigley Field, there’s a respectably low factor of...
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This restaurant and bar has live music and DJ sets every Friday and Saturday, ranging from punk rock to surf rock to 60’s and 70’s soul. Noble Square 1424 W. Chicago Chicago, IL 60642 (312) 850-2555 Visit Us Online LOCATION
Located a few blocks from the heart of Logan Square at 2521 N. Milwaukee Ave, The Owl opened its doors in September of 2011. It is the late night destination in the neighborhood, keeping the party going until 4am every night and 5am on Saturdays. However, with 20 beers on tap, a friendly, knowledgeable staff, and a wide array of eclectic events, The Owl is...
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OHM is the hottest nightclub located in the heart of Wicker Park and Bucktown on the six corners of North, Damen, and Milwaukee. Long after sunset, OHM becomes one of Chicago’s hottest nightlife experiences with table service, the sickest DJs, and beautiful people in the city. Open exclusively for playboys and playgirls ’til 5:00 a.m. Wicker Park 1958 W. North Ave Chicago, IL 60622 (773)...
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