The Bouncing Souls at Epiphany Center for the Arts, Bottom Lounge (Friday-Sunday)

New Jersey punk legends The Bouncing Souls are in town for a triple-shot in Chicago this weekend. The band kicks off the festivities on Friday night at the Epiphany Center for the Arts with a special acoustic set before moving to Bottom Lounge on Saturday and Sunday for the usual Souls-related fun. Tickets are available here.

Harrison Gordon at Beat Kitchen (Friday)

Remember the name Harrison Gordon. The emo standout from Normal, Illinois has been making a name for himself by hustling in the DIY scene for the last few years, but you can’t help but feel like bigger and better things are on the horizon for Gordon. A brilliant lyricist, Gordon is the most exciting emo artist to hit the scene in a few years. This show is sold out, which could be a reoccurring theme throughout Gordon’s career if things continue to go the way that they are now. If you find yourself at Beat Kitchen on Friday, be sure to say “ahoy” to Case the Producer.

The Moss at Lincoln Hall (Friday)

Q101 is proud to present The Moss at Lincoln Hall on Friday. With one of the best songs of 2023 under their belts with “Insomnia”, this is sure to be a good time with an evening full of feel-good indie rock.

The Strokes at Credit Union 1 Arena (Friday) 

The Strokes and Beach Bunny storm the former UIC Pavilion on Friday for a fundraiser for Kina Collins. Tickets can be purchased here.

Uncorked: Chicago Wine Festival (Saturday) 

The Museum of Science and Industry hosts the annual Uncorked Wine Festival, where guests can enjoy more than 150 wines and Champagnes as well as a variety of exhibitions and experiences. Spring for a VIP ticket to get an extra hour of tastings and a food voucher card, plus gain access to a private lounge with higher end wineries.

Sausagefest in the West Loop (Saturday) 

Love sausages and beer? Then join Haymarket for its annual Sausagefest, where guests can sample over 20 encased meats and 30 craft brew selections. Guest sausage makers and brewers will be paired up and competing for people’s choice awards, which is voted on by the people.

Blue October at The Riv (Saturday) 

Blue October, the kings of “hey, they have more great songs than I remembered”, are back at The Riv on Saturday night for what should be a raucous night of rock. Grab a ticket here.

St. Patrick’s Day at Gallagher Way (Sunday) 

Gallagher Way celebrates St. Patrick’s Day a week early with a host of family-friendly activities. Catch live performances by Trinity Irish Dance, Shannon Rovers Irish Pipe Band and Old Town School of Folk Music; take introductory Irish dancing mini lessons or sip on festive green beer and Irish coffee. For the little ones, there will also be face painting, balloon artists and a make-your-own Rainbow Stuffie craft station.

Blackhawks host the Coyotes (Sunday)  

The Blackhawks ended their torturous losing streak against the Coyotes earlier this week, and luckily, they have a chance to double-up this Sunday.