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SLIDE AWAY 2026Music

SLIDE AWAY 2026

Doors @ 5PM, Performance @ 6PM This is an AGES 17 AND OVER event. Valid Photo ID is required for age restricted shows. Forms of valid ID are current and non-expired Driver's License, State ID or Passport. Aragon Ballroom is a standing room only venue, all tickets are General Admission unless otherwise stated. There is NO re-entry. Individuals under 17 are allowed to attend if accompanied by their parent or legal guardian https://www.aragonballroomchicago.com/

Rock
May 22
6:00 PM
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Archspire: Long Roads Big Loads TourMusic

Archspire: Long Roads Big Loads Tour

Doors open at 6PM. Performance begins at 7PM. This show is for AGES 17 AND OLDER. Valid Photo ID is required for age restricted shows. Forms of valid ID are current and non-expired Driver's License, State ID, or Passport. House of Blues Chicago is a standing room only venue, all tickets are General Admission unless otherwise stated. *All support acts are subject to change without notice.* Upgrade Your Experience: https://www.sevenrooms.com/events/hobchicago/hobwebsite

Metal
May 22
6:00 PM
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The KidLAROI - A Perfect World TourMusic
Salt Shed·Bucktown

The KidLAROI - A Perfect World Tour

The Kid LAROI, the stage name of Charlton Kenneth Jeffrey Howard, is an Australian singer, rapper, and songwriter. Discovered at age 13 by Triple J Unearthed in 2016, he's known for his social media fame and independent radio play. He's collaborated with artists like Miley Cyrus and Justin Bieber, and his tracks "Without You", "Tell Me Why", and "So Done" have all reached the Billboard charts.

Hip Hop
May 22
6:30 PM
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Deanna Ortiz: Funny SlutOther
Color Club·Wicker Park

Deanna Ortiz: Funny Slut

Deanna Ortiz's Funny Slut is a show that blends stand-up, dating horror stories, and multimedia to examine my time working in social media for the adult entertainment industry, a job that turned out to be equal parts content strategy, crisis management, and...

May 22
7:00 PM
The Nubile Thangs!Other
Subterranean·Wicker Park

The Nubile Thangs!

This event is 17+. All sales final, NO refunds or exchanges, events are rain or shine. Door times are subject to change without notice. Tickets purchased at box office will be inclusive of fees.

May 22
7:00 PM
Deanna Ortiz: Funny SlutMusic
Color Club·Wicker Park

Deanna Ortiz: Funny Slut

Deanna Ortiz's Funny Slut is a show that blends stand-up, dating horror stories, and multimedia to examine my time working in social media for the adult entertainment industry, a job that turned out to be equal parts content strategy, crisis management, an...

May 22
7:00 PM
IneptOther
Beat Kitchen·Roscoe Village

Inept

TICKET EVENT INFORMATION: - This event is 17+ - All sales final, NO refunds or exchanges, events are rain or shine. - Door times are subject to change without notice. - Tickets purchased at box office will be inclusive of fees. - Once you've purchased, you will receive an order confirmation email from See Tickets on behalf of 'Beat Kitchen' or 'Subterranean' with your eTicket(s) attached. *IMPORTANT: If you do not see your order confirmation in your inbox, make sure to check your junk/spam folder. If you still do not see your order confirmation or have any other technical ticketing-related issues with your order, click here to access the See Tickets help center. We take pride in creating a space where everyone feels welcome and safe, and we strive to provide accommodations for all guests to the best of our ability. While we commit to doing everything in our power to accommodate when given advanced notice, guests who require accessibility accommodations should contact us at info@subt.net or info@beatkitchen.com. Staff can provide assistance when possible. If you have tickets to an upcoming event and require special accommodations, or have questions, please contact info@subt.net or info@beatkitchen.com at least one week prior to the event.

May 22
7:30 PM
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JEFF SWANSON TRIOOther
Lemon·West Town

JEFF SWANSON TRIO

Chicago guitarist Jeff Swanson presents original trio works featuring Matt Ulery on Double Bass and Jon Deitemyer on drum set. Inspired by songs from around the world, the group offers a fresh rhythmic and melodic approach within the classic forms of a ja...

May 22
7:30 PM
IneptMusic
Beat Kitchen·Roscoe Village

Inept

TICKET EVENT INFORMATION: - This event is 17+ - All sales final, NO refunds or exchanges, events are rain or shine. - Door times are subject to change without notice. - Tickets purchased at box office will be inclusive of fees. - Once you've purchased, you will receive an order confirmation email from See Tickets on behalf of 'Beat Kitchen' or 'Subterranean' with your eTicket(s) attached.

May 22
7:30 PM
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JEFF SWANSON TRIOMusic
Lemon·West Town

JEFF SWANSON TRIO

Chicago guitarist Jeff Swanson presents original trio works featuring Matt Ulery on Double Bass and Jon Deitemyer on drum set. Inspired by songs from around the world, the group offers a fresh rhythmic and melodic approach within the classic forms of a ja...

May 22
7:30 PM

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