Pilsen
A neighborhood in Chicago
Much of Pilsen's nightlife centers on 18th Street. The neighborhood's anchor is **Thalia Hall**, built in 1892 by saloonkeeper John Dusek and designed in the Romanesque Revival style. Reopened in 2014 as a music venue by the team behind the Empty Bottle, it books everything from Americana to psych rock in a room that retains its original molding and sounds excellent. Two bars share the building: Punch House, a basement bar known for punch-based cocktails, and Tack Room, a piano bar with live music. Tack Room also uses a sidewalk patio to bring music out to the street. On 18th Street, **Honky Tonk BBQ / The Tonk** pairs Memphis-style dry rub barbecue with live music every day. The calendar runs from 1920s-style jazz and hot dance to psychedelic rock, plus cumbia nights and open jams. **Pilsen Yards** leans toward DJ sets, spinning vintage Latin soul, cumbia, and salsa on neighborhood nights that offer discounts to local residents. **Simone's Bar** is a neighborhood go-to for live music, craft cocktails, and one of Pilsen's best patios.
Venues6
- Honky Tonk BBQ / The Tonk1213 W 18th St
- Pilsen Yards1163 W 18th St
- Punch House1227 W 18th Pl
- Simone's Bar960 W 18th St
- Tack Room1807 S Allport St
- Thalia Hall1807 S Allport St
Upcoming shows105
Today · Saturday, July 18 · 4 shows
VINYL SET: DJ KOSMO
Vintage funk, disco, boogie, R&B, house and hip hop
Kevan Eftekhari
Piano performer with massive repertoire of popular classics and hits from all ages and genres
Tomorrow · Sunday, July 19 · 3 shows
Chicago Cellar Boys
Authentic interpretation of jazz and hot dance styles of the 1920s and 1930s
VINYL SET WITH DJ TIM MCNULTY
Tropical / jazz / soul party grooves
Monday, July 20 · 1 show
Kicking It Curbside - Hollow Bastion (Acoustic)
Indie rock trio blending folk textures and catchy hooks from Chicago DIY scene
Wednesday, July 22 · 1 show
Thursday, July 23 · 3 shows
Joshua Robertson and The Saints
Open Jam Thursdays with Joshua Robertson and the Saints. Every fourth Thursday of the month
VINYL SET: JAMIE HAYES
World, Soul and Funk
BVAX
Hip Hop, Soul, R&B, Disco, House, Dance, Retro & Modern.
Friday, July 24 · 5 shows
Cry of Love
Classic Psychedelic Rock and BBQ!
vinyl set: DJ Esteban La Groue
Heavy funk, soul, and party grooves
The Front Desk
Six-piece Chicago band fusing funk, soul, rock, and jazz with playful, improvisational tunes
Saturday, July 25 · 5 shows
Rhemantics
Chicago rock covers and originals
The Rhematics
The Rhematics bring Chicago rock covers and originals
Vinyl set: Karl Almaria
Multi-genre comfort zone, creative mixing style
Lauren Hall
Chicago singer/songwriter with soulful voice; former Voice contestant, powerhouse performances
Rx Bandits - And The Battle Begun 20th Anniversary Tour with Catbite supporting
Ska · Ska punk · Progressive rock
Free
Sunday, July 26 · 2 shows
Chicago Cellar Boys
Authentic interpretation of jazz and hot dance styles of the 1920s and 1930s
Monday, July 27 · 1 show
Kicking It Curbside - Midamerican Elevator (Duo)
Harmony-driven indie-rock blending folk influences with melody and space
Tuesday, July 28 · 1 show
Wednesday, July 29 · 1 show
Friday, July 31 · 2 shows
Theme Nights with Laura Cai - Pop Divas
Theme night with Laura Cai
*SOLD OUT* Haute & Freddy - Lollapalooza Aftershow with Valencia Grace
Synthpop · Alternative · Electroclash
Free
Saturday, August 1 · 2 shows
Kevan Eftekhari
Piano performer with massive repertoire of popular classics and hits from all ages and genres
Monday, August 3 · 1 show
Kicking It Curbside - Olivia and the Lovers
Queer and trans cowboy band exploring queer love, loss, and healing through folk and country
Wednesday, August 5 · 1 show
Friday, August 7 · 1 show
Aaron Brenton Duo, Featuring Jack Macklin
Chicago bassist and composer with degree from Lawrence University Conservatory performing jazz
Saturday, August 8 · 1 show
Sunday, August 9 · 1 show
Monday, August 10 · 1 show
Kicking It Curbside - The Metalliques (Single Release Event)
Sultry, surfy and cinematic act evoking David Lynch film aesthetic
Wednesday, August 12 · 1 show
Friday, August 14 · 2 shows
Sophia Cruz Duo
Funk, Indie, Neo-Soul singer with soulful vocals and funky grooves
Fiddlehead 'In the Round' with Narrow Head, Knumears, and The Sissy Boys presented by Thalia Hall and Riot Fest
Post-hardcore · Emo · Noise rock
Free
Saturday, August 15 · 2 shows
Kevan Eftekhari
Popular classics and hits from all ages and genres
Monday, August 17 · 1 show
Kicking It Curbside - Orillia
Progressive folk music with bracing tenor and skeletal arrangements
Tuesday, August 18 · 1 show
Wednesday, August 19 · 1 show
Thursday, August 20 · 1 show
Friday, August 21 · 2 shows
Pablo Alto with Jontan
Synth-forward indie rock collaboration spanning diverse genres
Saturday, August 22 · 1 show
Paige Kizer and Isaac Meier
Piano and vocal duo featuring adult contemporary music
Sunday, August 23 · 1 show
Brooklyn Vegan Presents: Swervedriver raise at 35 with The Life And Times and Slow Fiction
Shoegaze · Indie rock · Alternative
$34-486
Monday, August 24 · 1 show
Kicking It Curbside - René Avila's Afro Cuban Band
Traditional Cuban Charanga featuring french flute, violins, and dance-driven rhythms
Thursday, August 27 · 1 show
Saturday, August 29 · 1 show
Thalia Hall Free For All
Building crawl featuring live music, vendor market, food, and activities across multiple stages
Free
Wednesday, September 2 · 1 show
Saturday, September 5 · 1 show
Friday, September 11 · 1 show
Tuesday, September 15 · 1 show
Friday, September 18 · 1 show
Saturday, September 19 · 1 show
REZN - Cycles in the Infinite Dream Tour with Cloakroom and DIM
Doom metal · Stoner metal · Psychedelic Rock
$34
Sunday, September 20 · 1 show
Monday, September 21 · 2 shows
Spencer Thomas with Tyler Stock
Retro synths, vintage drum machines, and fuzzed-out guitars
Wednesday, September 23 · 1 show
Thursday, September 24 · 1 show
Friday, September 25 · 1 show
Sunday, September 27 · 1 show
Tuesday, September 29 · 1 show
Tuesday, October 6 · 1 show
Wednesday, October 7 · 1 show
Thursday, October 8 · 1 show
Friday, October 9 · 1 show
Saturday, October 10 · 1 show
Sunday, October 11 · 1 show
Thursday, October 15 · 1 show
Friday, October 16 · 1 show
Sunday, October 18 · 1 show
JOHN SCOFIELD’S “ELECTROSPECTIVE” featuring OTEIL BURBRIDGE, LARRY GOLDINGS & ADAM DEITCH
Jazz · Fusion · Guitar
Free
Saturday, October 24 · 1 show
Tuesday, October 27 · 1 show
Wednesday, October 28 · 1 show
Thursday, October 29 · 1 show
Friday, October 30 · 1 show
Saturday, October 31 · 1 show
Sunday, November 1 · 1 show
Elanor Moss
London-based songwriter releasing new full length on Merge Records
Monday, November 2 · 1 show
Thursday, November 5 · 1 show
Friday, November 6 · 1 show
Sunday, November 8 · 1 show
Monday, November 9 · 1 show
Tuesday, November 10 · 1 show
Wednesday, November 11 · 1 show
Thursday, November 12 · 1 show
Friday, November 13 · 1 show
Saturday, November 14 · 1 show
Thursday, November 19 · 1 show
Friday, November 20 · 1 show
Saturday, November 21 · 1 show
Monday, November 23 · 1 show
Tuesday, November 24 · 1 show
Wednesday, December 2 · 1 show
Friday, December 4 · 1 show
Saturday, December 12 · 1 show
Friday, January 15 · 1 show
Anna von Hausswolff presented by Thalia Hall and Empty Bottle
Singer-songwriter · Indie · Art pop
$34-46
