The Weekend Q101

Superheaven at Bottom Lounge (Friday)

New-school post-grunge standouts Superheaven are on a reunion tour celebrating 10 years of their standout record, Jar. Since the band took a hiatus towards the end of the decade, they have since gone viral on TikTok, shooting their track “Youngest Daughter” onto viral track charts. They celebrate their newfound success at the Bottom Lounge on Friday night.

Lucinda Williams at The Riv (Friday)

Alt-country legend Lucinda Williams brings a career’s worth of songs to The Riv on Friday night for an intimate evening of exquisite tunes. You can get a ticket here.

Band of Horses at The Salt Shed (Friday)

In a similar vein to the aforementioned Lucinda Williams, Band of Horses, the iconic, twangy alt-rock legends return to Chicago for the first time since their show with the Black Keys last summer. Tickets are almost gone but you can still get one here.

Phish at the United Center (Friday-Sunday)

Phish are somehow playing three nights at the United Center. If this is your thing, more power to you.

Join Q101 at Massacre Haunted House on FRIDAY THE 13TH!

Prepare to immerse yourself in sheer terror as Q101 invites you to experience the horrors of Massacre Haunted House on Friday the 13th, from 7 pm to 9 pm!

Get ready for an evening filled with spine-tingling scares at this extraordinary haunted location. But the thrills don’t end there – we have an array of incredible prizes up for grabs, including the chance to score a pair of tickets to see Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness in concert. Don’t miss your opportunity to be part of this unforgettable night, where fear meets excitement on the spookiest day of the year. Join us for this exclusive experience. Click here for tickets.

Streetlight Manifesto at The Riv (Saturday)

Ska-punks Streetlight Manifesto are bringing their zany ways to The Riv for a headlining show on Saturday night. Grab a ticket before they go.

Open House Chicago (Saturday-Sunday)

Open House Chicago returns to the city, opening up more than 170 architectural wonders across the city for free tours. Check out new additions like the Chicago Shakespeare Theatre and Riviera Theatre, or visit returning favorites such as Wintrust’s Grand Banking Hall.

Chicago Pizza Summit (Sunday)

There’s no need to debate about which city has the best pizza in the world because nine out of ten Chicagoans agree that ALL pizza is delicious. The Chicago Pizza Summit celebrates thin crust, deep dish and everything in-between with an all-you-can-eat event at Royal Palms Shuffleboard, where attendees can dig into pies from Professor Pizza, Gino’s East, Bacci, Dimo’s, Connie’s and other slice purveyors. The festivities will also include a special keynote speaker, a pizza tattoo parlor and a pizza pop-up art showcase. There will be two sessions, and admission comes with five drink tokens and a commemorative plate.

Bloody Mary Fest (Sunday)

The most ubiquitous breakfast cocktail gets its very own festival at Theater on the Lake, where attendees can sample drinks, brunch bites, games and live music as some of the city’s top bartenders try to concoct the most creative Bloody Mary interpretation. You’ll find Bloodys overflowing with toppings, an artisan market to shop at and optional yoga and fitness ticket add-ons.

Bears host the Vikings (Sunday)

Are you ready for some sub-.500 football!

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