13 Things to Do in Chicago This Week · July 30–August 2, 2026

Arts & Culture

Praise The Algorithm

A theatrical performance at The Den Theatre in Wicker Park running 90 minutes.

Thursday, July 30, 2026 7:00 PM · The Den Theatre, 1331 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago

Brendan Fernandes: In the Round at The Driehaus Museum

An immersive exhibition by Brendan Fernandes on view through November 14 at the Driehaus Museum.

Saturday, August 1, 2026 · The Driehaus Museum, Chicago

Kuchipudi Basics with Yamini Kalluri

A two-day Kuchipudi classical Indian dance intensive open to all levels at Kalapriya Studio in the South Loop.

Saturday, August 1, 2026 11:00 AM · Kalapriya Studio, 2101 S. Wabash Ave., Chicago

Music & Nightlife

PEEP SHOW at The Den Theatre

A late-night performance event at The Den Theatre in Wicker Park.

Friday, July 31, 2026 9:00 PM · The Den Theatre, 1331 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago

Boots ft. 2charm – Official Lollapalooza Aftershow

Official Lollapalooza aftershow featuring Boots ft. 2charm with River Moon, Avalon Lurks, and Kirk at Concord Music Hall.

Friday, July 31, 2026 Doors @ 10:00 PM · Concord Music Hall, Chicago

Adam Ferrara at Chicago Improv

Stand-up comedian Adam Ferrara performs five shows over multiple nights at the Chicago Improv.

Saturday, August 1, 2026 · Chicago Improv, Chicago

Morgan Garrett and Gloorp at Elastic Arts

Philadelphia's most inspired musical weirdos, Morgan Garrett and Gloorp, perform at Elastic Arts in Chicago.

Wednesday, August 5, 2026 · Elastic Arts, Chicago

Date Night

Eric Roberson at City Winery

R&B artist Eric Roberson performs four shows over three nights at City Winery Chicago in the West Loop.

Friday, July 31, 2026 · City Winery Chicago, West Loop

Free Events

Lila Iké at Millennium Park

Jamaican singer-songwriter Lila Iké, who reimagines reggae by living her truth, performs at Millennium Park as part of the DCASE summer music series.

Thursday, August 6, 2026 · Jay Pritzker Pavilion, Millennium Park, Chicago

Grand Opening of Read & Run Chicago's Little Free Library in Gage Park

Celebrate the grand opening of Read & Run Chicago's first Little Free Library in the Gage Park neighborhood.

Thursday, August 13, 2026 6:30 PM · Gage Park, Chicago

Family-Friendly

Lake County Fair

Illinois' iconic Lake County Fair returns for its 97th year with five days of demolition derbies, pig races, Ferris wheels, and classic fair food.

Friday, July 31, 2026 · Lake County Fairgrounds, Grayslake, IL

Kino, Kaffee und Kuchen at DANK Haus

A free weekly Saturday morning German film screening with coffee and cake at the DANK Haus German American Cultural Center.

Saturday, August 1, 2026 10:30 AM · DANK Haus German American Cultural Center, 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago

Festivals & Special Events

46th Chinatown Summer Fair

Chicago's 46th annual Chinatown Summer Fair returns to Wentworth Avenue with free admission, cultural performances, food, and vendors.

Saturday, August 1, 2026 · Wentworth Avenue, Chinatown, Chicago