Ballet Folklorico de Chicago presents Tradiciones de Navidad
2025-12-20 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Gateway Theater, 5216 W. Lawrence Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60630, United States
► DATE: Saturday, December 20, 2025 TIME: 05:00 p.m.
► Copernicus Center Doors Open: 3:30 p.m. • Theater Doors Open 4:00 p.m.
► All ages welcome

Ballet Folklorico de Chicago is thrilled to invite you to our next edition of Tradiciones de México! This event is our yearly Pastorela. You may be wondering, what is a Pastorela? It’s a beloved Mexican tradition that retells the story of the Nativity, featuring key biblical characters and even animals, performed in the joyful weeks leading up to Christmas. In Mexico, Pastorelas are presented each December before students begin their holiday break. It is a time to gather with family and friends to celebrate faith, humor, and community.
Ballet Folklorico de Chicago proudly continues this tradition with our own special touches, infusing it with creativity, laughter, and vibrant folkloric dance performances from regions across Mexico.
📅 Event Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025 📍 Location: Copernicus Center 🕛 Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
About Ballet Folklorico de Chicago: Ballet Folklorico de Chicago is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and celebrating Mexican culture through dance. We provide affordable, high-quality artistic instruction rooted in the diverse Indigenous, African, and European influences that shape Mexican folkloric dance.
Our mission is to nurture cultural pride, support youth education, and invest in our community’s future. Each year, we award college scholarships, create leadership opportunities for our students, and offer accessible performances and tuition so that everyone can participate. Through the arts, we uplift our community and inspire future generations to embrace their heritage with pride.

Celebrate New Years Eve with MR Blotto & Terrapin Flyer
2025-12-31 17:30 - 2026-01-01 01:30 | Gateway Theater, 5216 W. Lawrence Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60630, United States
NEW YEARS EVE Double Header: MR Blotto & Terrapin Flyer
Presented by the Copernicus FoundationAll proceeds directly support the nonprofit Copernicus Foundation and its mission to fund performing arts and cultural education across Chicagoland
$135 VIP Tickets(acoustic sets/open bar/buffet/vip seating)$135 tickets WHILE THEY LAST!

DETAILS: VIP DOORS: 5:30pm | SETS/OPEN BAR/BUFFET: 6PM-9PMGENERAL ADMISSION DOORS: 8PM | 9PM SHOW
VIP acoustic sets in the gateway lounge: 6PM-8PM
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$40 General Admission Tickets
Main stage: 9pm-10pm – Terrapin Flyer10pm-midnight – Mr BlottoMidnight – 1am – Terrapin Flyer

AboutRing in 2026 inside the historic Gateway Theater at the Copernicus Center with two of Chicago’s legendary jam bands for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration. Experience Mr. Blotto and Terrapin Flyer like never before—inside one of Chicago’s oldest world-class concert venues. This 1930 atmospheric theater provides a one-of-a-kind setting to immerse yourself in their incredible music and celebrate the new year in true Chicago style.

ENEJ – CHICAGO. Kolędy, Pastorałki i Największe Przeboje.
2026-01-11 18:00 - 22:30
The New Year is here, the holiday magic still lingers in the air… and ENEJ is returning across the ocean with a special concert tour!
This year, the band will visit New Jersey, New York, and Chicago to share with you the unique and unforgettable Christmas spirit. But that’s just the beginning — joining the caroling will be their highlander friends from Podhale: Szymon Chyc-Magdzin and Jan Trebunia-Tutka.
Special guest performances will also include the “Biedroneczki” Children’s Choir from St. John Brebeuf Parish in Niles, as well as the Zaradni Highlander Ensemble.
You can expect the most beautiful Polish Christmas carols and pastorals, along with the band’s biggest hits in true ENEJ style — energetic, moving, and full of soul! These will be evenings filled with music, warmth, memories, and shared singing — just like at the best holiday table.
And after the concert? As tradition goes: time for photos, conversations, and high-fives with the band!
Give yourself (and your loved ones) the perfect New Year’s gift.
See you at the concert!

ONEW the Live: Percent (%) - 2026 TOUR
2026-01-14 19:30 - 22:30
Onew (Lee Jin-ki), born in Gwangmyeong, South Korea in 1989, is a K-pop and R&B singer, actor, and SHINee’s lead vocalist. Known for solo albums Voice, Dice, Circle, and Percent, he’s praised for hits like ‘Mad’ and ‘Animals.’ His ONEW tour, Onew the Live: Percent (%), rolls on into 2026.

GATEWAY LOUNGE: Chicago Songwriters Night
2026-01-21 18:00 - 22:00
In collaboration with Recording Academy – Chicago Chapter, we’re thrilled to present Songwriters Night in Chicago. Songwriters from both organizations will perform original tunes.
ATTEND THE EVENT – FREE
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POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER - GATEWAY LOUNGE | Jazz Lounge Collection with Celebrated Vocalist Elaine Dame
2026-01-23 19:30 - 21:30 | Gateway Lounge, 5216 W. Lawrence Ave, Chicago, 60630, United States
The show on January 23, 2026 – ELAINE DAME at the Gateway Lounge has been postponed due to Dangerous Weather Conditions! We will be announcing a new date in the coming days.
A Jazz Lounge Collection with Celebrated Vocalist Elaine Dame

“With strong, pitch-perfect pipes and a stage presence built for Broadway, Midwest native Dame is a jazz dynamo and continues to be a gem in the city’s vocal jazz scene.” — Time Out Chicago
“Dame has risen to the top ranks of Chicago jazz singers.“—Neil Tesser, author of Playboy Guide to Jazz and Grammy Award-winning jazz journalist
Join Elaine for an evening of hip, soulful, and swinging vibes. Featuring fresh reimaginings of jazz classics and hidden gems, Elaine will be supported by an intimate jazz ensemble.
Elaine Dame sings – and people stop and listen. Since 1996, the woman Time Out Chicago calls “a jazz dynamo” and “a gem in the city’s vocal jazz scene” has been turning heads and capturing attention at venerable jazz venues from coast to coast, bringing her unique, superlative interpretations to vintage vocal classics and modern standards alike. Elaine worked for years in Chicago’s theater scene before turning her whole focus to jazz. It’s no wonder the Chicago Reader wrote “Ms. Dame has a winning stage presence and chameleon-like vocal flexibility.” Neil Tesser, Grammy award-winning jazz critic and author of The Playboy Guide to Jazz said, “Dame has risen to the top ranks of Chicago jazz singers. She possesses all the musicality you could want in a true jazz vocalist: centered intonation, an enviable command of rhythm and a translucent but powerful instrument.

ABOUT ELAINE DAME
The woman Time Out Chicago calls “a jazz dynamo” and “a gem in the city’s vocal jazz scene” has been turning heads and capturing attention at venerable jazz venues from coast to coast, bringing her unique, superlative interpretations to vintage vocal classics and modern standards alike. Elaine worked for years in Chicago’s theater scene before turning her whole focus to jazz. It’s no wonder the Chicago Reader wrote “Ms. Dame has a winning stage presence and chameleon-like vocal flexibility.” Neil Tesser, Grammy award-winning jazz critic and author of The Playboy Guide to Jazz said, “Dame has risen to the top ranks of Chicago jazz singers. She possesses all the musicality you could want in a true jazz vocalist: centered intonation, an enviable command of rhythm and a translucent but powerful instrument.”

GATEWAY LOUNGE | Petra Van Nuis: Music From Film Noir – A Femme Fatale’s Songbook
2026-01-30 19:30
Music From Film Noir – A Femme Fatale’s Songbook
Vocalist Petra van Nuis with Guitarist Andy Brown’s Trio
GATEWAY LOUNGE | Friday, January 30th, 2026 | 7:30 p.m. GATEWAY LOUNGE Open 6:30 p.m.
All ages welcome
Tickets: $25 online | $30 at door

In “Music from Film Noir – A Femme Fatale’s Songbook,” jazz vocalist Petra van Nuis conjures the smoky world of noir through shadowy torch songs featured in films of the genre. Backed by guitarist Andy Brown’s trio, Petra invites audiences on a cinematic journey into a mysterious and seductive world of seedy nightclubs, dangerous romances, and streets glistening with midnight rain.www. Petrasings.com

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EVENT ORGANIZER: GATEWAY THEATER & LOUNGE

Las Alucines - SOLD OUT!
2026-02-13 19:30 - 23:30
SOLD OUT

► DATE: Friday, February 13th, 2026 TIME: 8:30 p.m.
► Copernicus Center Doors Open: 7:00 p.m. • Theater Doors Open: 7:30 p.m.

► All ages welcome

IMPORTANT:
Tickets are exclusively available online.

Tickets from $50 to $135

Prepárate para una noche llena de energía, risas y locura con Las Alucines, el fenómeno
escénico que ha conquistado a miles de fans en América Latina. Con su estilo irreverente, carisma desbordante y un toque de picardía, este dúo (o grupo, si aplica) mezcla comedia,
música y situaciones del día a día que harán que el público no pare de reír.
En su Gira por Estados Unidos, Las Alucines traen un espectáculo completamente renovado: historias que reflejan la vida latina con humor, personajes inolvidables, interacción con el público y ese toque único que las ha hecho virales.
Un show para disfrutar entre amigos, reírse sin filtros y celebrar el orgullo de ser quien eres.

LOUNGE | School of Rock Andersonville End of Season Show!
2026-02-22 10:00 - 16:00
Join us for an all-day concert featuring musicians from the School of Rock Andersonville presenting their End of Season Show at the Gateway Lounge. From 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., students of all ages will take the stage performing a wide range of rock classics and contemporary favorites, showcasing the skills and confidence they’ve built throughout the season. Expect high energy, live bands, and a supportive community atmosphere as these rising artists close out their session with a full day of music.
Get more information : FREE ADMISSION

Yolanda Del Rio
2026-02-28 19:00 - 23:00
DOORS 7PM | SHOW 8:30PM
All AGES

IMPORTANT:
Tickets are exclusively available online. | Tickets: $39–$69

Descripción
Sumérgete en una noche plena de vibrante música y emociones inolvidables con el incomparable concierto de Yolanda del Río en Chicago. Este evento único tiene lugar en el majestuoso Copernicus Center y está accesible para todas las edades, convirtiéndose en el escenario perfecto para que los amantes de la música regional sientan la emoción de la música en vivo ¡y no se lo pueden perder! Yolanda del Río, la estrella principal de este esperado concierto, promete llevarnos a un viaje musical electrizante el 28 de febrero de 2026 a las 7:00PM. No querrás perderte la oportunidad de ser parte de la audiencia que gozará una noche llena de notas y melodías cautivadoras, vibrantes y llenas de energía. Así que no pierdas ni un segundo más, y asegura ya tu boleto para vivir la mejor experiencia escuchando desde el clamor de los aplausos hasta los acordes finales; será sin duda, una noche para recordar. Este concierto promete y los boletos en Ticketón se están vendiendo rápidamente. Si eres amante de la buena música, ya sabes dónde debes estar. Las mejores noches no se planean, se viven, y esta será una de esas noches. No dejes que los demás te lo cuenten, cómpralo ahora y asegura tu lugar en este espectacular concierto. Recuerda que las entradas para este inigualable evento de Yolanda Del Río en Chicago están disponibles en Ticketón.

ALLDĘTE "DŹWIĘK POKOLEŃ" - KRAWCZYK, WODECKI, NIEMEN & NAJWIĘKSZE POLSKIE PRZEBOJE!
2026-03-01 18:00 - 21:30
Sunday, March 1st, 2026 – GATEWAY THEATER DOORS 5PM | SHOW 6PM
All ages welcome
A new show, unforgettable emotions, and a musical journey through decades of Polish music… ALLDĘTE BRASS BAND returns to Chicago with a unique concert program: KRAWCZYK, WODECKI, NIEMEN – The Sound of Generations!
Start with Bach, The Burning Barn, I’ll Follow You Like to a Ball – these are just some of the hits that will be performed on the Copernicus Center stage. In addition to songs by Krawczyk, Wodecki, and Niemen, the program will feature the greatest Polish hits, including those by the group VOX, Andrzej Zaucha, and Czerwone Gitary. The entire performance, seasoned with humor and anecdotes, will bring to life the history of these songs and their creators, and evoke many memories.

GATEWAY LOUNGE | An Enchanting Tribute to Nat King Cole
2026-03-07 18:00
An Enchanting Tribute to Nat King Cole

March 7, 2026 | Doors: 6:00 pm | Show: 7:00 pm ► 18+

Tickets:
$25

A Tribute to Nat King Cole at the Gateway Lounge March 7 highlights some of Nat’s well known songs and some not so well known presented by singers, Arlene Armstrong, Gaye Klopack and Drew Fase. Our band ensemble joins use with Pete Benson. piano, Tim Fitzgerald, guitar and Lisa Schwarzkopf, bass, the same configuration as Nat’s own ensemble.

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Event Producer: Gaye Klopack/ gayeklopack@gmail.com

Fey Hits Tour 30th Anniversary
2026-03-07 18:30 - 20:00
DATE: Saturday, March 7th, 2026 Doors Open 6:30 p.m. | SHOW: 8:00 p.m.
All ages welcome

Fey is a Mexican singer, songwriter, and producer, a Latin Grammy nominee and one of the most influential figures in Spanish-language pop. She debuted in 1995 with her self-titled album, Fey, and achieved international fame with hits like “Azúcar Amargo” and “Ni Tú Ni Nadie,” remaining on the Billboard charts for over 30 weeks and topping charts in Latin America.  Throughout her career, she has released multiple successful albums, including La Fuerza Del Destino, which earned her her first Latin Grammy nomination, and Primera Fila, certified gold after three weeks. She has toured Mexico, the United States, Latin America, and Europe, setting records at the National Auditorium in Mexico City.  Recognized for her impact on the LGBTQ+ community and her digital presence, Fey remains relevant after 30 years in the industry, solidifying her status as a pop icon and an artist who constantly evolves.

TJ MONTERDE AND KZ TANDINGAN: “IN BETWEEN” CONCERT LIVE IN CHICAGO
2026-03-20 19:00 - 22:00 | Gateway Theater, 5216 W. Lawrence Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60630, United States
Chicago, USA! The wait is over – TJ Monterde and KZ Tandingan bring their 4-day sold-out In-Between concert from the Philippines to Chicago on March 20, 2026, 7 PM, live at the Copernicus Center. Produced and promoted by EKG Productions.
Doors 5pm | Show 7pm

GATEWAY LOUNGE | Spirit Fingers Trio
2026-04-16 19:30
DATE: APRIL 16, 2026
DOORS: 6:30 PM
START TIME: 7:30 PM

Greg Spero is a pianist, composer, and bandleader whose work spans jazz, fusion, and electronic music. He leads the jazz-fusion supergroup Spirit Fingers Trio alongside bassist Mohini Dey (925K Instagram) and drummer Blaque Dynamite — a powerhouse ensemble that has captivated audiences worldwide.
As the current touring keyboardist for the Miles Electric Band — the official Miles Davis estate project — Greg carries forward the legacy of jazz innovation. Previously, he served as keyboardist for Halsey, performing at Madison Square Garden, The Forum, SNL, The Tonight Show, Jimmy Kimmel, and Stephen Colbert (2014–2018).
A Yamaha Synthesizers endorsee and Ropeadope Records artist, Greg releases new music weekly through his Tiny Room Sessions series. His collaborators include Quincy Jones, Herbie Hancock, Makaya McCraven, Darryl Jones, and MonoNeon.

AMANDA MIGUEL – ¡45 AÑOS DE ÉXITOS!
2026-04-17 20:30
► DATE: April 17, 2026: Start: 08:30 p.m.

► Copernicus Center Doors Open: 07:00 p.m. • Theater Doors Open: 07:30 p.m.
► All ages welcome

IMPORTANT:
Tickets are exclusively available online.

Tickets: $49–$129

AMANDA MIGUEL 4/17/2026 – UNA SOLA PRESENTACIÓN – 45 AÑOS DE EXITOS COPERNICUS CENTER CHICAGO – COMPRA HOY MISMO – MAS INFORMACION @ www.reventonpromotions.com
Amanda Miguel celebrando 45 Años de Éxitos en un concierto lleno de magia, nostalgia donde recorrerá una trayectoria impecable celebrando una carrera impecable de puros éxitos.

Tickets: $70-$163

Embark on an unparalleled musical journey with AMANDA MIGUEL- 45 YEARS OF HITS! live at the spectacular Copernicus Center in Chicago, IL. Relive the unforgettable hits that have rocked the world for four and a half decades at this concert. The stage is set to unleash the euphoria, adrenaline and excitement of live music. Prepare yourself for a dazzling concert experience that only an artist the likes of Amanda Miguel can deliver. This is your chance to be part of a unique live experience, where the energy is palpable and contagious. Feel the passion and the roar of the crowd as you see your favorite artist in action, playing all the hits you love. You can’t miss it! This will be the best night of your life filled with the vibrant rhythms of Amanda Miguel. The thrill of being part of this crowd that shares the same love for music as you, is truly transcendental. Are you ready for this night to remember? Tickets for this incredible live concert are flying. Are you going to let the opportunity to be part of this unforgettable night of music go by? The best experience of your life awaits you. Don’t hesitate, don’t waste time! Buy your ticket now at Ticketón. Secure your place in this show that promises to be one of the best nights of your life. Don’t wait until the last minute, tickets may sell out soon. And remember, the best nights are not planned, they are lived. Come and experience live music with us. We look forward to celebrating 45 years of hits with Amanda Miguel. We’ll see you there.

Concept Schools Art & Language Festival
2026-04-18 13:00
► DATE: Saturday, April 18, 2026 TIME: 01:00 p.m.
► Doors Open: 12:00 p.m. • Theater Doors Open: 12:30 p.m.

Various singers, dance groups, instrument players, and one school band and one school choir

Concept Schools Art & Language Festival is a celebration of a global language, art, dance, music, and song, where students share their talents on stage.
Since its beginnings in 2008, students have represented cultures from Poland, India, Bosnia, Turkey, Albania, South Korea, Viet Nam, Spain, Mexico, and Central and South America.
In addition to from experiencing the stage performances, attendees can visit the art exhibition featuring cultural pictures, photographs, paintings, handicrafts and sculptures, all of which are created by students.

Concept Schools
www.conceptschools.org | (419) 699-2809

Jahongir Otajonov Concert in Chicago
2026-04-24 20:00
Date: April 24, 2026
Time: 8:00 p.m.

Age Restriction: n/a

Doors open: 7 p.m.

IMPORTANT:
Tickets are available exclusively online.

Tickets from $50-$140

Get ready, Chicago! Experience an unforgettable night of music, energy, and Uzbek star power as Jahongir Otajonov takes the stage on April 24 for a spectacular live concert.
Known for his electrifying performances, charismatic stage presence, and genre-blending sound, Jahongir Otajonov has become one of the most celebrated voices in modern Uzbek music. Fusing traditional Uzbek melodies with contemporary pop, dance, and world music influences, his concerts deliver a high-energy atmosphere that keeps audiences singing and dancing all night long.
Fans can expect to hear his biggest hits, fan-favorite anthems, and new chart-topping tracks performed live with a full band and immersive production. Whether you’ve followed him for years or are discovering his music for the first time, this concert promises a vibrant cultural celebration and an emotional musical journey.
Join the Uzbek community and international music lovers from across the Midwest for a one-night-only performance filled with rhythm, passion, and unforgettable moments.
Date: April 24 City: Chicago, Illinois Artist: Jahongir Otajonov Live • One Night Only
Don’t miss your chance to witness one of Uzbekistan’s most dynamic performers live in concert.

Teresa Trull and Barbara Higbie: Reunion, Pride & CD Release. Opening act Jeannie Tanner.
2026-06-24 18:00
DATE: Wednesday, June 24th, 2026
TIME: 6:00 p.m.
Doors Open 5:00 p.m.
All ages welcome

IMPORTANT:
Tickets are exclusively available online.

Tickets $35 for early bird, $40 after May 1

Two national legends of women’s music return to Chicago for a rare concert. Teresa Trull & Barbara Higbie have been entertaining with their passionate and spirited music for many decades. They will celebrate Reunion, Pride & their new CD release in time for Pride Week in Chicago. They will be joined by opening act, Chicago’s own musical legend, Jeannie Tanner. All at the beautiful and intimate Gateway Lounge at Copernicus Center on Chicago’s Northwest Side. The venue is wheelchair accessible. There will be sign language interpreters. Tickets $35 for early bird, $40 after May 1. A limited number of higher-priced tickets available to include a post-show dinner with the artists. Tickets at Goldenrod Records https: tinyurl.com/HigbieTrull. All proceeds benefit Trull’s family medical expenses.

Tito Nieves - 50 Años La Historia Continua
2026-10-09 20:00
Date: October 9, 2026, at 8:00 pm
Doors: 6:30 pm

IMPORTANT:
Tickets are available exclusively online.
BIO
Tito Nieves, born Humberto Nieves on June 4, 1958, in Río Piedras, Puerto Rico, is known as the “Pavarotti of Salsa” for his clear and powerful voice. Moving to New York City as a child, he grew up in a family of musicians & began his professional career in 1975 with Orquesta Cimarrón. He later worked with Héctor Lavoe, debuted with Johnny Ortiz’s Taibori in 1978, and co-founded Conjunto Clásico, recording eight albums with the group before launching his solo career. His solo debut Classic (1988) went gold, followed by Yo Quiero Cantar (1989), which also went gold and featured the groundbreaking English-language salsa hit “I’ll Always Love You.” His 1990 album Déjame Vivir achieved platinum status, and I Like It Like That (1997), an all-English salsa album, brought mainstream exposure, including a performance with Stevie Wonder at the Alma Awards. Tito’s later albums, including Dale Cara a la Vida (1998) and Clase Aparte (1999), showcase his blend of salsa, pop, and R&B influences.
