Hidden gems - Entertainments in Chicago, United States not to miss (Updated May, 2024)

Hidden gems: Entertainments in Chicago

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Chicago. This list contains 18 places from Entertainment category.

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The Magic Parlour

Performing arts theater

👍👍 I would highly recommend this show!! One of the most fun things my husband and I have done in a long time! We were in awe with lots of laughter too. The Encore room add-on is a must, along with grabbing dinner at Petterino’s before! If I could rate it higher than 5 stars, I would!

5.00 (138 reviews) (~1.11 km from centre)

Soul Full Chicago

Cafe

5.00 (112 reviews) (~3.83 km from centre)

ChicaGo By Boat

Boat rental service

👍👍 My husband and I grew up sailing on Lake Michigan. We moved away 15 years ago and the lake is the thing we miss most. We met up with friends over Labor Day Weekend and I surprised everyone by booking a sunset sail with ChicaGo By Boat. Booking and communication was excellent. We totally lucked out w...

5.00 (50 reviews) (~1.93 km from centre)

Tiny Tunes Studio

Music school

5.00 (25 reviews) (~2 km from centre)

Skyy Level Wellness

Physical fitness program

Upbeat fitness center with group classes including Zumba, belly dancing, yoga & kickboxing.

5.00 (12 reviews) (~3.27 km from centre)

Essence Of Life - Chicago

Wellness center

👍👍 Loved the yoga experience here! Julia was such a great instructor and challenged me through the class. The space is also very beautiful, and theyhave a coffee bar too. Looking forward to coming back!

5.00 (11 reviews) (~2.4 km from centre)

The People's Stage Karaoke with Pablo Serrano

Karaoke bar

5.00 (6 reviews) (~2.93 km from centre)

Art of Escape Room

Escape room center

👍👍 Best 50 minutes ever!! We went there with a group of friends, and it was more fun than any of us expected! Kingdom of night room was a challenge! we had a blast trying to prove one another who will solve the puzzle first🤭 It was just awesome - the door is almost like the wardrobe in Chronicles of...

4.80 (111 reviews) (~1.95 km from centre)

A Red Orchid Theatre

Performing arts theater

Up-&-coming directors showcase edgy, thought-provoking works at this snug, 75-seat theater.

4.80 (89 reviews) (~3.92 km from centre)

The Game Show Game Show

Event venue

4.80 (78 reviews) (~0.12 km from centre)

The Tavern Club at 333

Event venue

4.80 (10 reviews) (~1.34 km from centre)

Loft on Lake

Event venue

👍👍 We hosted our wedding at Loft on Lake in August 2021 and it was the best! We had 120 people and thought it was the perfect size - it felt intimate but not too small. We were worried about the cocktail hour space being too small but it ended up working out just fine. The venue is the perfect blank s...

4.70 (143 reviews) (~3.27 km from centre)

Theme House restaurant & karaoke

Karaoke bar

👍👍 A nice place for Karaoke and Party! It features intimate while spacious private rooms great for Karaoke or private parties. The sound systems are adjusted well for good sound quality. The lobby hosts themed events from time to time, featuring talented DJs, singers and various artists. The food is ne...

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4.70 (79 reviews) (~3.38 km from centre)

Adams Street Brewery

Brewery

👍👍 Self seating, good selection of beer. Nice atmosphere. Bartender Andrea was great.

4.60 (124 reviews) (~0.52 km from centre)

Nomad-Chicago

Coffee shop

👍👍 Highly Recommend: the s'mores latte was great and the atmosphere of this place is really good. It is a part store with some interesting items, event space and a coffee shop. It is nice how it has all the spaces defined. I will definitely be back. The only drawback is that the drinks are probably the...

4.60 (110 reviews) (~2.59 km from centre)

Petrillo Music Shell

Amphitheater

This outdoor music auditorium in Grant Park hosts big-name artists & popular jazz & blues festivals.

4.60 (54 reviews) (~0.52 km from centre)

Boelter Foodservice Design, Equipment & Supply

Equipment supplier

👍 Nice place...very professional great high end products...

4.60 (18 reviews) (~3.98 km from centre)

Hot Tix - Discounted Theatre Tickets

Event ticket seller

4.50 (26 reviews) (~0.98 km from centre)

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Hidden gems: Entertainments in Chicago, United States