Chicago is a travel hot spot, attracting visitors from all over the globe year round. When spending a weekend in the Windy City, knowing where to go on a Saturday evening will add to your overall enjoyment of the city. From theater to comedy and jazz, there is something there to suit all tastes.
The Second City comedy troupe is a Chicago legend, and has been open for 50 years. The comedy club has a revolving cast of comedians that performs weekly standup and improv. Well-known comedians like Tina Fey, Tim Meadows and Chris Farley all got their start at the institution. You can reserve tickets for Second City on Saturday night show by contacting the group directly either over the phone or on the company's website.
Second City
1616 N Wells St.
Chicago, Illinois 60614
312-337-3992
www.secondcity.com
Chicago is known for its theater history and many big Broadway musicals have their first run in Chicago's theaters before moving to Broadway. The Chicago Theatre is a historic theater that has monthly plays, musicals and visiting acts on its stage, which is set in a beautiful auditorium seating hundreds. You can check out the theater's current Saturday night lineup on its website.
The Chicago Theatre
175 N State St
Chicago, Illinois 60601
312-795-0034
www.thechicagotheatre.com
Chicago has a rich association with jazz that hearkens back to the Prohibition-era days of speakeasies and bathtub gin being served up to the sounds of local jazz musicians. Today, on any given Saturday night, locals and visitors can visit a number of cool jazz clubs and listen to small intimate sets or loud, boisterous jazz. Visit websites like chicagojazz.com or centerstagechicago.com for local jazz listings for the Saturday night you will be in town.
