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15 Must-See Events Happening in Chicago This May 2025
1. Green City Market Opening Day
Date: May 7, 2025
Location: Lincoln Park, 1817 N Clark St, Chicago, IL
Description: Kick off the farmers market season with fresh produce, local goods, and sustainable food options.
Date: May 3, 2025
Location: Radius Chicago, 640 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL
Description:Experience a night of heavy metal as Machine Head and In Flames co-headline this explosive concert.
Date:
May 6, 2025
Location:
Metro Chicago, 3730 N Clark St, Chicago, IL
Description: Experience the soulful blend of R&B and folk as Mereba performs live in an intimate venue. ​
Dates:
Ongoing through November 2025
Location:
Millennium Park, 201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL
Description: Explore groundbreaking virtual artworks by Chicago-based artists through augmented reality installations. ​
Date:
May 9, 2025
Location:
Symphony Center, 220 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
Description:
Grammy-winning jazz pianist Eliane Elias showcases her Brazilian jazz fusion in a captivating performance. ​
Date:
May 10, 2025
Location:
Cicero Stadium, 1909 S Laramie Ave, Cicero, IL
Description: Major League Wrestling presents Azteca Lucha, featuring wrestlers from CMLL in a high-energy event. ​
Date:
May 10, 2025
Location:
House of Blues Chicago, 329 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL
Description: Enjoy an evening of electronic and vaporwave music with George Clanton's unique sound. ​
Dates:
Through May 11, 2025
Location:
Garfield Park Conservatory, 300 N Central Park Ave, Chicago, IL
Description:
Explore vibrant floral displays celebrating the roots and history of plant life. ​
Dates:
May 6–18, 2025
Location: CIBC Theatre, 18 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL
Description: The Tony Award-winning musical intertwines mythic tales in a haunting and hopeful theatrical experience. ​
Dates:
May 9-16, 2025
Location:
Various venues citywide
Description:
Celebrate Chicago's craft beer scene with tastings, new releases, and special events across the city.
Start Date:
May 18, 2025
Location:
Millennium Park, 201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL
Description:
Join free outdoor fitness classes every Saturday on the Great Lawn, including yoga, Pilates, and Zumba.
Date:
May 17, 2025
Location:
Division Street between State and Clark Streets, Chicago, IL
Description:
Explore fresh produce and local goods as the Division Street Farmers Market kicks off its season.
Date:
May 22, 2025
Location:
Wrigley Field, 1060 W Addison St, Chicago, IL
Description:
Post Malone brings his genre-blending hits to Chicago, joined by Jelly Roll and Sierra Ferrell for a night of diverse musical styles.
Date:
May 24, 2025
Location:
Soldier Field, 1410 Museum Campus Dr, Chicago, IL
Description:
Legendary rock band AC/DC electrifies the stage with their iconic high-voltage performance.
Date:
May 24, 2025
Location:
Daley Plaza and State Street, Chicago, IL
Description: Honor fallen heroes with a wreath-laying ceremony at Daley Plaza followed by a parade down State Street.
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