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Green Mill

Nightlife > Concerts and Shows

A visit to the Green Mill will take you back in time. This is a jazz club that has been operating since the days of Prohibition when Al Capone, Jack "Machine Gun" McGurn (who was its part-owner), and…Read More

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Second City

Nightlife > Concerts and Shows

You're always in good company at the world's most famous and productive breeding ground of Saturday Night Live performers and other comedic celebs -- Second City's alumni list includes Bill Murray,…Read More

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Cubby Bear

Nightlife > Bars

This large sports bar is to be found on 1059 W. Addison St. and was to be the venue for the traditional opening evening of the 2006 get-together. It sits just across the road from Wrigley Field, home…Read More

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House of Blues

Nightlife > Bars

“Well, this is a neat bit of packaging,” I observed as we stepped into the House of Blues. Make no mistake: this concert venue/ restaurant/bar/hotel/ entertainment complex is definitely packaged,…Read More

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Metro

Nightlife > Bars

Small. Hot. Crowded. Intimate. Add to that a lot of good shows and you have yourself something. You decide just what that something is. Metro has helped launch a number of big-name careers, such as The…Read More

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3

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Old St. Pat's World's Largest Block Party

Things To Do > Attractions > Festivals

This Chicago institution is as famous a place to meet your mate as it is for the live music and good times. In fact, the festival was once featured on the 'Oprah Winfrey' show for its coupling prowess;…Read More

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Empty Bottle

Nightlife > Bars

Hipsters and Indie Rockers delight.The Empty Bottle is apparently famous for hosting famous bands - before they were famous. Native Chicagoans seem have lots of "I remember when I saw them at the Empty…Read More

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Buddy Guy's Legends

Nightlife > Concerts and Shows

Wander off the main part of the Loop, go south a little bit more, and enter a world a few blocks away in space, but light years in attitude. Situated in a seedy part of town is Buddy Guy's Legends, the…Read More

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Vic (The)

Nightlife > Theater and Movies

The people who populate The Vic Theatre do not seem to mind that it is somewhat rundown, dreary, dilapidated, dank and falling apart. It is all part of the charm of a crumbling old vaudeville house.…Read More

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B.L.U.E.S.

Nightlife > Concerts and Shows

This tiny club houses big talent. The throngs of people lining up to get in on weekends are a sure sign of this. Chicago has always been known as a blues town, and blues has a rocking home here. Come…Read More

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