Concerts & Events

10/4/25 – Hellsgate Haunted House with Lauren

10/4/25 – Hellsgate Haunted House with Lauren

Step into the realm of fear as Q101 & Lauren invite you to venture into the chilling depths of Hellsgate Haunted House on Saturday, October 4th from 6:30pm -8:30pm! Brace yourself for a night of heart-pounding terror and spine-tingling thrills at this extraordinary haunted location. But that’s not all – we’ve got a treasure trove…… More Info

10/8/25 – Mumford & Sons

10/8/25 – Mumford & Sons

Mumford & Sons will be stopping to see us here in Chicago on Wednesday, October 8th in support of their fifth album Rushmere. Hit the link above for your tickets in!… More Info

10/9/25 – TNFC at Heroes West

10/9/25 – TNFC at Heroes West

Thursday Night Football Club at Heroes West Sports Grill Get ready, Chicago! We’re continuing our Thursday Night Football Club, brought to you by Q101 and Circa Sports IL! Join the Q101 crew at Heroes West Sports Grill in Joliet, located at 1530 Commerce Lane on Thursday, October 9th. Brian Phillips will be broadcasting live from…… More Info

10/10/25 – Finger Eleven

10/10/25 – Finger Eleven

Finger Eleven, the alternative rock band from Ontario, and one of the best-selling Canadian bands of all time, have released a series of consecutive hit albums and become among the greatest live bands to ever emerge from the great White North. Finger Eleven has hits including “One Thing”, “Paralyzer”, “Together Right”, “Good Times” and so…… More Info

10/23/25 – TNCF at Sebastian’s

10/23/25 – TNCF at Sebastian’s

Q101 and Circa Sports IL: Thursday Night Football Club We’re continuing our Thursday Night Football Club, brought to you by Q101 and Circa Sports IL! Join the Q101 crew at Sebastian’s Ale and Whiskey House, located at 8900 Fairview Ave in Brookfield, IL, on Thursday, October 23rd. Brian Phillips will be broadcasting live from 3…… More Info

10/30/25 – TNFC at Real Time Sports

10/30/25 – TNFC at Real Time Sports

Q101 and Circa Sports IL: Thursday Night Football Club We’re already halfway through the fun! Join us as we continue our Thursday Night Football Club, brought to you by Q101 and Circa Sports IL! Join the Q101 crew at Real Time Sports, located at 1120 W Devon in Elk Grove Village, on Thursday, October 30th.…… More Info

11/1/25 – Pop Up with ALL TIME LOW

11/1/25 – Pop Up with ALL TIME LOW

Don’t miss the next Q101 Halloween bash pop-up with All Time Low! We’re extending your Halloween weekend with a free, first-come, first-served show on Saturday, November 1st. Join for a high-energy rock show and get a chance to win $500 in our Halloween costume contest! Your free, first-come, first-served ticket is ready to download.  CLICK HERE Since this is…… More Info

11/13/25 – Tom Morello & Friends

11/13/25 – Tom Morello & Friends

Tom Morello & Friends will be at The Vic Theatre on Thursday, November 13th. Featuring full band electric show that showcases songs throughout Tom’s 30-year career! Hit the link above to grab your tickets before they’re gone.… More Info

11/14/25 – The Mars Volta

11/14/25 – The Mars Volta

The innovative and genre-bending veterans The Mars Volta will be performing at the Salt Shed on Friday, November 14th. This is one of the best live bands out there, so don’t miss your chance to see them. Tickets are on sale now at saltshedchicago.com. … More Info

11/21 – 11/30: A Night of Mellon Collie and Infinite Sadness

11/21 – 11/30: A Night of Mellon Collie and Infinite Sadness

Tickets On-Sale Now! Billy Corgan achieved stratospheric fame as the founder, frontman, and creative force behind the legendary Smashing Pumpkins. A Grammy winner whose powerful songwriting, commanding vocals, and inventive melodies were the foundation for the massive, decade-defining double album Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness, Corgan now teams up with Lyric Opera of Chicago,…… More Info

11/24/25 – Lola Young

11/24/25 – Lola Young

Lola Young is coming to see us in Chicago at The Salt Shed! You’ll want to set your alarms for this one. Tickets on-sale Friday, June 6th @ 10am.… More Info

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