Lollapalooza returns to Grant Park this weekend, spotlighting what’s trending now. But some of the most meaningful moments in music this year aren’t about what’s next — they’re about honoring what’s endured. From long-awaited reunions to emotional farewells, this season’s most powerful rock shows are more than concerts — they’re reminders of how music unites […]
Ravinia Festival is back for their 2022 season with more than 100 concerts featuring 50 artists, including Pitbull and Dispatch, from May 20 through Sept. 18. Ravinia President and CEO Jeffrey P. Haydon announced Ravinia Festival’s complete summer lineup which includes a six-week residency by the Chicago Symphony Orchestra curated by Chief Conductor Marin Alsop. […]
It’s officially the last weekend of summer! Whether you’re happy or sad to see the season go, there are plenty of opportunities to take advantage of the warm weather while it lasts. Don’t miss PAWS 5K run/walk for a good cause, an outdoor concert and art exhibition at the Brushwood Center, the North Shore’s best […]
After Covid-19 shut down Ravinia Festival’s 2020 summer season, it is back with 64 performances slated between July 1 and Sept. 26. Under the direction of its new President and CEO Jeffrey P. Haydon, safety protocols have been developed with Northwestern Medicine and local public health authorities to ensure guests and artists can enjoy the […]
The end of summer is near (say it ain’t so!), but there’s still plenty of seasonal fun to be had. Start filling your calendar with these can’t-miss things to do in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. Theater Aug. 11: “The Greatest Love of All: The Whitney Houston Show” This national tour makes its way to […]
Summer has finally arrived, and along with it, a whirlwind of festivals, fairs, concerts and more. June 1-3: 2nd Annual Clusterfest This three-day mashup of comedy and music is presented by Comedy Central and co-produced by the creators and producers of Outside Lands. Headliners include Jon Stewart, Amy Schumer, and Berkeley’s Lonely Island, plus a […]
Don’t miss this summer’s best concerts. We have the scoop on the bands you won’t want to miss. Playlist AMAZING YOU (download entire playlist at valslist.com) 1. Every Day Is Yours To Win by R.E.M. 2. Gratisfaction by The Strokes 3. The Other Side by Steve Wynn & The Miracle 3 4. Old Old Fashioned […]
