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Sunday Football & A Vegas Giveaway

Sunday Football & A Vegas Giveaway

Sunday Football & A Vegas Giveaway Game day starts at 12pm at Almost Home Bar & Grill in Wrigleyville this Sunday, September 21. Come watch the Denver vs. Los Angeles game. You can hang out and catch all the action live at the bar. While you are here, you will also have a chance to…… More Info

9/22/25 – Q101 Special Post-Riot Fest Pop-Up Show

9/22/25 – Q101 Special Post-Riot Fest Pop-Up Show

Ready to keep the Riot Fest party going? Q101 is throwing a special Post-Riot Fest Pop-Up show at the Cubby Bear on Monday, September 22nd! The band is a secret, but let’s just say a certain artist from the festival is set to blow the roof off the place. Don’t wait to be surprised—download your…… More Info

9/25/25 – Thursday Night Football Club Kick Off

9/25/25 – Thursday Night Football Club Kick Off

Get ready, Chicago! Q101 and Circa Sports IL are teaming up to bring you the ultimate football experience with the Thursday Night Football Club! We’re kicking things off with our first broadcast at Cody’s Public House, located at 1658 W Barry Ave in Chicago. Every Thursday, the Q101 crew will be taking over different spots…… More Info

9/27/25 – Join Lauren and Q101 at the Out of the Darkness Walk!

9/27/25 – Join Lauren and Q101 at the Out of the Darkness Walk!

Join Team Q101 at the Out of the Darkness Walk! Mental health affects everyone, and you can make a difference. In the U.S., suicide is the 11th leading cause of death. In Illinois, it’s the 3rd leading cause of death for ages 10-34. By raising awareness, we can help bring hope to those affected and…… More Info

9/27/25 – Hellsgate Haunted House with Brian and Kenzie

9/27/25 – Hellsgate Haunted House with Brian and Kenzie

Join Brian and Kenzie for a night of spills and chills at HellsGate Haunted House! This isn’t just a trip through a haunted house; it’s a chance to face your fears with a crew that’s ready to scream right alongside you. Brian and Kenzie will be at HellsGate on its opening weekend, Saturday, September 27th,…… More Info

9/27/25 – Papa Roach & Rise Against

9/27/25 – Papa Roach & Rise Against

RISE OF THE ROACH TOUR IS COMING TO CHICAGO!! Don’t miss our friends Papa Roach AND Rise Against in taking on Credit Union One Amphitheatre Saturday, September 27th. Grab your tickets before they’re gone.… More Info

9/27/25 – Morrissey

9/27/25 – Morrissey

Morrissey is back and hanging out at Aragon Ballroom this September. Tickets on-sale Friday, June 6th – hit the link above!… More Info

10/4/25 – Hellsgate Haunted House with Lauren

10/4/25 – Hellsgate Haunted House with Lauren

Step into the realm of fear as Q101 & Lauren invite you to venture into the chilling depths of Hellsgate Haunted House on Saturday, October 4th from 6:30pm -8:30pm! Brace yourself for a night of heart-pounding terror and spine-tingling thrills at this extraordinary haunted location. But that’s not all – we’ve got a treasure trove…… More Info

10/8/25 – Mumford & Sons

10/8/25 – Mumford & Sons

Mumford & Sons will be stopping to see us here in Chicago on Wednesday, October 8th in support of their fifth album Rushmere. Hit the link above for your tickets in!… More Info

11/13/25 – Tom Morello & Friends

11/13/25 – Tom Morello & Friends

Tom Morello & Friends will be at The Vic Theatre on Thursday, November 13th. Featuring full band electric show that showcases songs throughout Tom’s 30-year career! Hit the link above to grab your tickets before they’re gone.… More Info

11/14/25 – The Mars Volta

11/14/25 – The Mars Volta

The innovative and genre-bending veterans The Mars Volta will be performing at the Salt Shed on Friday, November 14th. This is one of the best live bands out there, so don’t miss your chance to see them. Tickets are on sale now at saltshedchicago.com. … More Info

11/21 – 11/30: A Night of Mellon Collie and Infinite Sadness

11/21 – 11/30: A Night of Mellon Collie and Infinite Sadness

Tickets On-Sale Now! Billy Corgan achieved stratospheric fame as the founder, frontman, and creative force behind the legendary Smashing Pumpkins. A Grammy winner whose powerful songwriting, commanding vocals, and inventive melodies were the foundation for the massive, decade-defining double album Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness, Corgan now teams up with Lyric Opera of Chicago,…… More Info

11/24/25 – Lola Young

11/24/25 – Lola Young

Lola Young is coming to see us in Chicago at The Salt Shed! You’ll want to set your alarms for this one. Tickets on-sale Friday, June 6th @ 10am.… More Info

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