Nightlife in Chicago is not all about drinking in bars and pubs. The city, offers many nightlife spots - live musical performances, comedy shows, dance parties, jazz, broadway shows and theatrical performances. Some places like the Second City, Violet Hour, Green Mill Cocktail Lounge, ensure a perfect taste and experience of Chicago that you simply cannot miss. Join us in exploring some top nightlife destinations in Chicago.
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Second City
Second City is a world famous comedy club. This comedy troupe was created in the year 1959. The people can enjoy their live performances during the Saturday nights. Their show mostly comprises of societal satire and long running joke.
Contact Details
The Second City, 1616 N. Wells St.
Chicago, IL 60614
Phone: (312) 337-3992
Website:
www.secondcity.com
The Violet Hour
The Violet Hour is a luxury lounge located in the heart of Wicker Park. The lounge offers artisanal cocktails and also pre-prohibition style libations. The Violet Hour is also the recipient of James Beard Award. The specialty of this place is that it offers seasonally rotating cocktail list and extensive selection of sought-after spirits.
Contact Details
1520 N. Damen, Chicago, IL 60622
Phone: 773.252.1500
Website:
www.theviolethour.com
Green Mill Cocktail Lounge
This hangout place gives you a cool picture of the sounds of 30s and 40s. It is one place where you can experience the authenticity in service of the 40s, music and price and also you can enjoy a steady Sunday night performance of the internationally acclaimed Uptown Poetry Slam.
Contact Details4802 N. Broadway Ave., Chicago, IL 60640
Phone: 773-878-5552
Website:
www.greenmilljazz.com
Highline Bar and Lounge
Highline Bar and Lounge is an exceptional place to enjoy all the big games here with over 30 TVs and a state-of-the-art sound system. Relax and spend your evening here with your friends.
Contact Details
41 E. Superior Street, Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: (312) 266-0400
Website:
www.highlinebarchicago.com
Old Town School of Folk Music
Old Town School of Folk Music is a concert hall with extremely comfortable seats one can enjoy the folk music performance here. The ticket rates are also reasonable.
Contact Details
The Old Town School of Folk Music
4544 N. Lincoln Avenue, Chicago IL 60625
Phone: 773-728-6000
Website:
www.oldtownschool.org
Signature Lounge at 95th
You will get a mind blowing view of the city lights dazzling in the night from the Signature Lounge. After a long day at work, this is a perfect place to unwind and charge up for a fabulous night at play. You can select your favorite drink from list of premium wine and cocktails.
Contact Details
875 N. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: 312-787-9596
Website:
www.signatureroom.com
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