Mexican Independence Day Parade
WHAT: The Little Village Chamber of Commerce presents the 26th Street Mexican Independence Day Parade, one of the largest in the Midwest. This year’s theme, “Pride and Power: Our Strength, Our Legacy,” honoring the resilience, contributions, and cultural richness of our community
WHERE: Kicks off at the iconic Little Village Arch on 26th street, and makes it’s way to Kostner Avenue.
WHEN: 12 p.m. on Sept. 14
Mexican Independence Celebration in Woodstock
WHAT: The 9th Annual Mexican Independence Day Celebration, is a family-friendly free event to celebrate the rich heritage, traditions, and contributions of Mexican culture.
WHERE: Woodstock Square Historic District , 121 W. Van Buren St., Woodstock
WHEN: 11a.m. – 7p.m. on Sept. 14
Concert: Mariachi Vargas De Tecalitlán
WHAT: The world-renowned Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlan is bringing their 2025 El Legado tour to Chicago.
WHERE: The Auditorium, 50 East Ida B. Wells Drive, Chicago
WHEN: 7p.m. on Sept. 12
Monster Jam
WHAT: Monster Jam’s “It’s As Big As It Gets!” features 12,000-pound trucks standing on two wheels and flying through the air in competitions of speed and skill.
WHERE: Allstate Arena, 6920 N. Mannheim Rd., Rosemont
WHEN: 7 p.m. on Sept. 12; 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Sept. 13; 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Sept. 14
Electrify Expo
WHAT: Electrify Expo offers hands on experience with a variety of electric transportation options for you to check out.
WHERE: NOW Arena, 5333 Prairie Stone Pkwy, Hoffman Estates
WHEN: 10 a.m. on Sept. 13 and Sept. 14
Cirque Italia
WHAT: Cirque Italia celebrates art, emotion and wonder, featuring a custom designed 35 thousand gallon water stage that performers do their routines over.
WHERE: North Riverside Park Mall, 7501 Cermak Rd., North Riverside
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 12; 1:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m., and 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 13; 1:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. on Sept. 14; 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 15
Vintage Shindig Market
WHAT: Randolph Street Market brings its Vintage Shindig to the North Shore, featuring 75 indoor and outdoor vendors including arts, housewares, fashion, makers and foodstuffs.
WHERE: Highland Park Community House, 1991 Sheridan Rd., Highland Park; and The Art Center of Highland Park, 1957 Sheridan Rd., Highland Park
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sept 13-14
Ravenswood Art Walk
WHAT: The 23rd annual Ravenswood Art Walk celebrates the creative hub and community of Ravenswood, featuring open studios and galleries, pop-up performances and activations, and an outdoor arts market.
WHERE: The event entrance is at Ravenswood & Berteau and stretches from Lawrence to Irving Park
WHEN: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sept 13-14
Concert: Jason Aldean
WHO: Jason Aldean, a multi-platinum, Grammy-nominated country music singer and three-time ACM “Entertainer of the Year,” brings his “Full Throttle Tour” to Chicago.
WHERE: Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre, 19100 Ridgeland Ave., Tinley Park
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 13
Concert: The Boyz
WHO: The Boyz, a South Korean boy band that debuted their first single in 2017, brings “The Blaze Live Tour” to Chicago.
WHERE: Chicago Theatre, 175 N. State St.
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 14
Concert: HAIM
WHO: HAIM, an American rock band featuring three sisters, is known for their blend of soft rock, pop, and R&B.
WHERE: United Center, 1901 W. Madison St., Chicago
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. on Sept 12
Concert: Mt. Joy
WHO: Mt. Joy is an indie rock band that debuted in 2016. They are based in Los Angeles, with roots in Philadelphia.
WHERE: United Center, 1901 W. Madison St., Chicago
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. on Sept 13
Concert: Lady Gaga
WHO: Lady Gaga, known for her image reinventions and versatility across the entertainment industry, brings “The Mayhem Ball” to Chicago.
WHERE: United Center, 1901 W. Madison St., Chicago
WHEN: 8 p.m. on Sept. 15, 17, 18