Shows take place across Chicago during December 2026, with 326 upcoming performances scheduled at theaters and entertainment venues. The next show takes place at Courtyard Theater at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre on December 1, 2026. Browse theatre productions, comedy shows, Broadway tours, family entertainment, and live stage performances.
Chicago Shows in December 2026
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Browse 326 shows happening across Chicago during December 2026. The next scheduled performance takes place at Courtyard Theater at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre on December 1, 2026. Browse the full show schedule, discover venues, and find more live performances throughout the month.
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Schedules are updated regularly as new events and productions are announced.Updated Daily • Upcoming Shows: 326
- Dec0120267:00 PMTueMUSICAL / PLAYA Midsummer Night's DreamCourtyard Theater at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
800 East Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611800 East Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611From $89Avg. price ~ $191Tickets Available: 67View Tickets - Dec0120267:00 PMTueMUSICAL / PLAYA Drunk Christmas CarolThe Lion Theatre - Chicago • 100 seatsThe Lion Theatre - Chicago182 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60601182 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60601From $181Avg. price ~ $451Tickets Available: 36View Tickets
- Dec02202610:00 AMWedCHILDREN / FAMILYBest ValuePete the CatNorth Theatre At North Shore Center For The Performing Arts9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie, IL 600779501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie, IL 60077From $40Avg. price ~ $92Tickets Available: 35View Tickets
- Dec02202612:00 PMWedCHILDREN / FAMILYBest ValuePete the CatNorth Theatre At North Shore Center For The Performing Arts9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie, IL 600779501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie, IL 60077From $40Avg. price ~ $85Tickets Available: 45View Tickets
- Dec0220261:00 PMWedMUSICAL / PLAYThe Winter's TaleCourtyard Theater at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre800 East Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611800 East Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611From $107Avg. price ~ $143Tickets Remaining: 7View Tickets
- Dec0220267:00 PMWedMUSICAL / PLAYThe Winter's TaleCourtyard Theater at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre800 East Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611800 East Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611From $77Avg. price ~ $133Tickets Available: 43View Tickets
- Dec0220267:00 PMWedMUSICAL / PLAYA Drunk Christmas CarolThe Lion Theatre - Chicago • 100 seatsThe Lion Theatre - Chicago182 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60601182 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60601From $139Avg. price ~ $391Tickets Available: 46View Tickets
- Dec0220267:00 PMWedMUSICAL / PLAYA Christmas CarolAlbert Ivar Goodman Theatre • 467 seatsAlbert Ivar Goodman Theatre170 North Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60601170 North Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60601From $59Avg. price ~ $149Tickets Available: 181View Tickets
- Dec0220267:30 PMWedMUSICAL / PLAYVape! The Grease ParodyApollo Theater Main Stage - Chicago • 450 seatsApollo Theater Main Stage - Chicago2540 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL 606142540 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL 60614From $50Avg. price ~ $93Tickets Available: 833View Tickets
- Dec03202610:00 AMThuCHILDREN / FAMILYPete the CatNorth Theatre At North Shore Center For The Performing Arts9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie, IL 600779501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie, IL 60077From $203Avg. price ~ $234Tickets Remaining: 2View Tickets
- Dec03202612:00 PMThuCHILDREN / FAMILYBest ValuePete the CatNorth Theatre At North Shore Center For The Performing Arts9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie, IL 600779501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie, IL 60077From $40Avg. price ~ $85Tickets Available: 46View Tickets
- Dec0320267:00 PMThuMUSICAL / PLAYThe Winter's TaleCourtyard Theater at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre800 East Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611800 East Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611From $77Avg. price ~ $186Tickets Available: 54View Tickets
- Dec0320267:00 PMThuMUSICAL / PLAYA Drunk Christmas CarolThe Lion Theatre - Chicago • 100 seatsThe Lion Theatre - Chicago182 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60601182 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60601From $139Avg. price ~ $391Tickets Available: 46View Tickets
- Dec0320267:00 PMThuMUSICAL / PLAYA Christmas CarolAlbert Ivar Goodman Theatre • 467 seatsAlbert Ivar Goodman Theatre170 North Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60601170 North Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60601From $67Avg. price ~ $160Tickets Available: 199View Tickets
- Dec0320267:30 PMThuMUSICAL / PLAYVape! The Grease ParodyApollo Theater Main Stage - Chicago • 450 seatsApollo Theater Main Stage - Chicago2540 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL 606142540 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL 60614From $49Avg. price ~ $94Tickets Available: 845View Tickets
- Dec04202610:00 AMFriCHILDREN / FAMILYBest ValuePete the CatNorth Theatre At North Shore Center For The Performing Arts9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie, IL 600779501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie, IL 60077From $40Avg. price ~ $79Tickets Available: 30View Tickets
- Dec04202612:00 PMFriCHILDREN / FAMILYBest ValuePete the CatNorth Theatre At North Shore Center For The Performing Arts9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie, IL 600779501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie, IL 60077From $40Avg. price ~ $95Tickets Available: 30View Tickets
- Dec0420265:00 PMFriMUSICAL / PLAYA Drunk Christmas CarolThe Lion Theatre - Chicago • 100 seatsThe Lion Theatre - Chicago182 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60601182 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60601From $181Avg. price ~ $451Tickets Available: 36View Tickets
- Dec0420267:00 PMFriMUSICAL / PLAYThe Winter's TaleCourtyard Theater at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre800 East Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611800 East Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611From $77Avg. price ~ $148Tickets Available: 52View Tickets
- Dec0420267:00 PMFriBALLETHigh DemandJoffrey Ballet: The NutcrackerLyric Opera House - IL • 3,563 seatsLyric Opera House - IL20 North Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 6060620 North Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60606From $66Avg. price ~ $285Tickets Available: 585View Tickets
- Dec0420267:00 PMFriMUSICAL / PLAYA Drunk Christmas CarolThe Lion Theatre - Chicago • 100 seatsThe Lion Theatre - Chicago182 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60601182 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60601From $309Avg. price ~ $476Tickets Available: 34View Tickets
- Dec0420267:30 PMFriMUSICAL / PLAYVape! The Grease ParodyApollo Theater Main Stage - Chicago • 450 seatsApollo Theater Main Stage - Chicago2540 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL 606142540 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL 60614From $50Avg. price ~ $95Tickets Available: 843View Tickets
- Dec0420267:30 PMFriBALLETBest ValueSalt Creek Ballet: The NutcrackerGeorge Van Dusen Theatre At North Shore Center For The Performing Arts9501 North Skokie Boulevard, Skokie, IL 600779501 North Skokie Boulevard, Skokie, IL 60077From $40Avg. price ~ $117Tickets Available: 795View Tickets
- Dec0420267:30 PMFriMUSICAL / PLAYJacob Marley's Christmas CarolLifeline Theatre6912 N. Glenwood, Chicago, IL 606266912 N. Glenwood, Chicago, IL 60626From $72Avg. price ~ $396Tickets Remaining: 15View Tickets
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261 Upcoming Shows
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22 Upcoming Shows
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Blue Man Group
OTHER18 West Monroe Street
Upcoming Shows: 193
Next Show: Dec 01, 2026 7:00 PM
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A Drunk Christmas Carol
MUSICAL / PLAY182 N Wabash Ave
Upcoming Shows: 292
Next Show: Dec 01, 2026 7:00 PM
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A Midsummer Night's Dream
MUSICAL / PLAY800 East Grand Avenue
Upcoming Shows: 54
Next Show: Dec 01, 2026 7:00 PM
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Pete the Cat
CHILDREN / FAMILY9501 Skokie Blvd.
Upcoming Shows: 15
Next Show: Dec 02, 2026 10:00 AM
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The Winter's Tale
MUSICAL / PLAY800 East Grand Avenue
Upcoming Shows: 8
Next Show: Dec 02, 2026 1:00 PM
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A Christmas Carol
MUSICAL / PLAY170 North Dearborn St
Upcoming Shows: 1,389
Next Show: Dec 02, 2026 7:00 PM
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Vape! The Grease Parody
MUSICAL / PLAY2540 N Lincoln
Upcoming Shows: 32
Next Show: Dec 02, 2026 7:30 PM
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The Nutcracker
BALLET20 North Wacker Drive
Upcoming Shows: 1,732
Next Show: Dec 04, 2026 7:00 PM
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Jacob Marley's Christmas Carol
MUSICAL / PLAY6912 N. Glenwood
Upcoming Shows: 9
Next Show: Dec 04, 2026 7:30 PM
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Cannoli, Latkes, And Guilt
MUSICAL / PLAY9501 Skokie Blvd.
Upcoming Shows: 4
Next Show: Dec 04, 2026 8:00 PM
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Rising Stars Burlesque Revue
ADULT3914 North Clark Street
Upcoming Shows: 3
Next Show: Dec 04, 2026 10:00 PM
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Bright Star Circus
CIRCUS3914 North Clark Street
Upcoming Shows: 3
Next Show: Dec 05, 2026 12:00 PM
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Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
BALLET5400 North River Road
Upcoming Shows: 80
Next Show: Dec 06, 2026 2:00 PM
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The Unauthorized Hallmark(ish) Parody Musical
MUSICAL / PLAY175 E. Chestnut Street
Upcoming Shows: 26
Next Show: Dec 08, 2026 7:00 PM
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Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas - The Musical
MUSICAL / PLAY24 West Randolph Street
Upcoming Shows: 109
Next Show: Dec 09, 2026 7:00 PM
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Chicago Show Venues
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Albert Ivar Goodman Theatre
Chicago, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 34
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Apollo Theater Main Stage - Chicago
Chicago, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 20
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Black Ensemble Theater
Chicago, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 8
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Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place
Chicago, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 28
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Cadillac Palace
Chicago, IL
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Shows: 13
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CIBC Theatre
Chicago, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 16
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Courtyard Theater at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
Chicago, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 34
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George Van Dusen Theatre At North Shore Center For The Performing Arts
Skokie, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 14
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Historic Main Stage at Athenaeum Center - IL
Chicago, IL
Arena
Upcoming Shows: 6
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Lifeline Theatre
Chicago, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 9
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Lyric Opera House - IL
Chicago, IL
Cultural Venue
Upcoming Shows: 26
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Nederlander Theatre at Ford Center for the Performing Arts
Chicago, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 26
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North Theatre At North Shore Center For The Performing Arts
Skokie, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 19
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Paradiso at Athenaeum Theatre - IL
Chicago, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 19
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Rosemont Theatre
Rosemont, IL
Theatre
Upcoming Shows: 2
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About Chicago Shows in December
December Shows FAQ
Common questions about shows during December 2026.
What shows are happening in Chicago during December 2026?
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How often is the show schedule updated?
Schedules and event listings are updated regularly as new performances and productions are announced.
Where can I buy tickets for shows?
Tickets may be available through venues, promoters, official ticketing providers, and authorized ticket marketplaces.
Which venues host the most shows?
Major theatres, performing arts centers, casinos, comedy clubs, and entertainment venues typically host the most performances.
Are family-friendly shows available?
Yes. Many venues present family entertainment, children's productions, magic shows, and seasonal attractions.
Can I find last-minute show tickets?
Availability varies by event, but many performances continue to offer ticket options as show dates approach.
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