The Weekend Q101

Kennyhoopla at Metro (Friday)

Travis Barker-backed frontman Kennyhoopla brings his Raised By Wolves tour to the Metro on Friday night for what should be a thrilling night of energetic, catchy tunes. Get there early for locals Footballhead. Tickets can be purchased here.

Beth Stelling at The Den Theater (Friday)

Originally discovered by Jimmy Kimmel, Beth Stelling has become one of the most entertaining comedians on the planet. She’s spent the better half of the last decade dominating the late-night talk show circuit. You can watch her special If You Didn’t Want Me Then on Netflix.

Join Brian at Golf Galaxy (Saturday)

Join Brian and Q101 as we celebrate the Grand Opening of the new Vernon Hills Golf Galaxy at Townline Commons on Saturday, October 7th from 11am to 1pm. Be among the first 100 adults in line each morning at their grand opening to have a shot at winning a free mystery gift card, with a chance to be the lucky recipient of a $500 gift card! Plus, don’t miss out on the excitement of Closest to the PIN and Putting contests, and exclusive Grand Opening Deals!

Margaret Glaspy at Sleeping Village (Saturday)

Combining a classic blues sound with indie rock, Margaret Glaspy has become one of the most entertaining frontwomen in all of music. Fresh off the heels of her new album, Echo the Diamond, Glaspy returns to Chicago for an intimate show at Sleeping Village. Grab a ticket on their website.

The Beaches at Chop Shop (Saturday)

Viral sensations The Beaches return to the Chop Shop for their first trip back to Chicago since Lollpalooza earlier this year. When they played Lolla just a few months ago, they were one of the first bands of the entire weekend to play. Millions of new fans later, they now will play a sold-out, headlining gig this weekend.

Chicago Beer Fest (Saturday)

Visit the Field Museum for a one-of-a-kind beer festival featuring 65 breweries showcasing their favorite seasonal brews and select museum exhibits. You can get a ticket here.

Extra Life Chicago Gaming Convention (Saturday)

Lurie Children’s Hospital will host this fundraising convention that brings together the local gaming community for a good cause. Attendees will be able to play arcade, video and tabletop games, compete in tournaments, shop vendors and artists, hear from game developers, attend an app building workshop and more. All proceeds will benefit the hospital and the patients and families it serves. Learn more here.

Junie B. Jones, The Musical at The Greenhouse Theater Center (Opens Saturday)

Adapted from Barbara Parks’ perennially popular early-reader book series, this classic follows the uproarious escapades of the plucky first-grader who many of us grew up with. You can grab a ticket to the opening performances here.

Chicago Marathon (Sunday)

For those that seem to be running away from something, the 26.2 mile journey kicks off on Sunday morning. You can keep up with the street closures here.

Militarie Gun & Scowl at Sub T (Sunday)

Two of the most exciting up-and-coming bands in the world head to Subterranean on Sunday night for what should be an epic, sold-out show. This will likely be the last time you get to see these two bands in a room this small. Big things are coming for both groups. Say hi to Case the Producer if you see him there.

The Band CAMINO at the Aragon (Sunday)

Dubbed “your mom’s favorite band”, this powerhouse rolls into the Aragon on Sunday night. This is the first trip to Chicago since playing The Riv in early 2022. You can still get a ticket to this show here.

The Wonder Years at The Riv (Sunday)

Gods of pop-punk, The Wonder Years, storm The Riv on Sunday night for what should be a thrilling night of music. If you have a yearning for Warped Tour, this show can fill that void. Get there early for Sweet Pill and Anxious, two excellent bands. Tickets can be purchased here.