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Chicago Events This Week: Sports & Concerts

November 10–16, 2026

Tuesday kicks off a busy stretch at the United Center, where the Champions Classic brings Michigan State, Duke, Kansas, and Kentucky to Chicago for a single evening. The Bulls and Blackhawks each have home dates later in the week, and House of Blues and the Chicago Theatre round out a calendar that gives you real options Tuesday through Saturday.

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Sports in Chicago This Week

Tuesday's Champions Classic tips off at 6 p.m. at the United Center, pairing Michigan State against Duke and Kansas against Kentucky in two games. The Bulls host the San Antonio Spurs on the same floor Wednesday evening at 7 p.m. On Saturday afternoon the Blackhawks take on the Winnipeg Jets, with puck drop set for 2:30.

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Champions Classic: Michigan State vs Duke, Kansas vs Kentucky

United Center

Chicago, IL

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San Antonio Spurs at Chicago Bulls

United Center

Chicago, IL

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Winnipeg Jets at Chicago Blackhawks

United Center

Chicago, IL

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Concerts in Chicago This Week

Michelle Branch plays House of Blues on Tuesday at 8 p.m., the same night as the Champions Classic. Almost Monday performs at House of Blues on Friday at 7 p.m.

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Michelle Branch

House of Blues Chicago

Chicago, IL

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Almost Monday

House of Blues Chicago

Chicago, IL

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Comedy & Other Shows in Chicago

Nikki Glaser brings her comedy show to the Chicago Theatre on Friday at 7 p.m.

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Nikki Glaser

The Chicago Theatre

Chicago, IL

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Chicago Venue Bag Policies & Parking

Bag restrictions and parking arrangements vary by venue. Use the guides below to check permitted bags and plan where to park. A bag allowed at one arena may not meet another venue’s rules. Check the event or venue’s official information for additional restrictions, and confirm parking details before you travel.

What Made the List

We look for games and shows you might plan a night around, starting with the local teams and bigger stages. There’s room for a smaller gig, too. Each edition follows that week’s calendar, so familiar venues can return alongside a few different picks.

Schedules can change. Confirm event details before traveling.