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Daily Email - Friday - 11/07/2025

Daily Email - Friday - 11/07/2025

November 07, 2025

This weekend is a choose-your-own fever dream: vampires with live violins, Druski and friends at United Center, Hasan Minhaj and Ronny Chieng battling it out onstage, and all the free events you can cram into your calendar.

They said dragons weren’t real. But they didn’t say anything about dragons with full orchestral accompaniment. How to Train Your Dragon in concert lands November 28th-30th, and we're giving away tickets to all the magic. Enter to win now.*

JUST ANNOUNCED

Die Toss Showdown! Enter a single-elimination tournament on November 15th at The Globe Pub featuring 16 teams battling on regulation tables with official refs. Winners walk away with two tickets to see Northwestern face off against Minnesota at Wrigley Field on November 22nd. The tournament starts after the game ends, so get there early to reserve your spot!*
Big bass, bigger emotion. Mersiv’s live sets hit like therapy straight to the chest. Bring earplugs and feelings to this Radius set that's heavy, heartfelt, and wild from start to finish. Enter to win tickets to the show on November 15th.*
Rapper, storyteller, and lyrical wisecracker WAX is hitting Outset Chicago on November 16th, and it’s about to get loud. Expect clever bars, raw honesty, and the kind of energy that’ll have the whole room vibing. Win tickets.*
Béla Fleck & The Flecktones bring their legendary fusion of jazz, bluegrass, and funk to The Salt Shed on December 3rd. Enter now to win two tickets to this electric show.*
Plus other just announced shows from Florence + The Machine, Sabrina Claudio, Ruen Brothers, Boys Like Girls, Descendents, The Sleeping Souls, and more!

FREE STUFF FRIDAY

Photo: Adler Planetarium Facebook

The only thing better than a good time is a free one. We sniff out the city’s best zero-dollar hangs every Friday so you don’t have to. Explore our lists for your ticket to weekend fun without even reaching for your wallet.

ACEBOUNCE PRESENTS:

DRAG BRUNCH: SLAYBACK SATURDAY

You woke up craving glitter, mimosas, and questionable decisions. Good news. Slayback Saturday at AceBounce is a drag brunch turned all the way up. Fierce queens. Loud cheers. Zero shame. This guide breaks down how to maximize the madness. Pick your look, gather your crew, and let brunch become your entire personality.*

THIS WEEKEND + BEYOND

🍝 Andersonville Autumn Restaurant Week

Now through Sunday in Andersonville

Andersonville’s first Autumn Restaurant Week is in full swing, with special brunch, lunch, and dinner menus from top neighborhood spots. Prix fixe, fall flavors, full send. Find your new favorite spot or indulge in your local faves now through Sunday.

😂 Jo Koy

Tonight at United Center (8PM)

Jo Koy brings his Just Being Koy Tour to United Center tonight, and we’re already crying laughing. Expect wild stories, Filipino mom impressions, and one very loud crowd. Grab last-minute seats while you still can.*

🧛 Twilight in Concert

Tonight and Tomorrow at Cadillac Palace Theatre (7PM)

If you ever wore a Team Edward shirt unironically, this is for you. Twilight in Concert hits Cadillac Palace tonight and tomorrow with a full orchestra and all the feelings. Relive the saga with epic strings and serious fall vibes. Snag tickets before they’re gone.

🎤 Hasan Minhaj and Ronny Chieng

Tomorrow at Auditorium Theatre (7PM)

Two men, one mic, and a lot of unresolved issues. Hasan Minhaj and Ronny Chieng feud publicly for your entertainment tomorrow night at Auditorium Theatre. Nothing’s off limits in this debate to the death. Get tickets now to all the drama.

🔥 JoJo’s Friendsgiving

Wednesday, November 19th at Morgan MFG (6PM)

Friendsgiving just leveled up. Win tickets to Jojo's Friendsgiving Party on November 19th for a night of music, warmth, and way too much fun. We’re also giving away a $250 Jewel-Osco gift card so your fridge can feel blessed too.*

FEATURED CALENDAR

FRI 1/30 • Jessie J

TUE 2/10 • SZN4

SUN 2/22 • Badflower

TUE 3/10 • Maggie Lindemann

THU 3/12 • Amber Mark

SAT 4/18 • Dance Hall Crashers

THU 5/14 • The Paper Kites

SEE ALL UPCOMING SHOWS*

LOCALS ONLY

SNAP benefits are down, but these Chicago spots are making sure folks can still eat. Here’s where to find free or reduced-cost meals across the city. Read our full guide and follow the spots on social media for up-to-date news.
The Godfather of House music gets his flowers and a full-day celebration when The 4th Annual Frankie Knuckles Festival returns on November 15th. Grab free tickets now for a day of DJs, deep cuts, and pure Chicago spirit.
Red Door Animal Shelter is throwing a Winter Bazaar with Santa pics, a cookie walk, and festive shopping, all for a great cause. Get your holiday cheer on at Oakton Community Center on November 22nd.
From Hamilton to Janelle Monáe’s red carpet stunts, costume designer Paul Tazewell is behind the looks you’ll never forget. See the genius’ work up close starting January 19th at the Museum of Science and Industry. Get tix now.

🎟️ **YOU COULD BE DOING WAY MORE COOL SH*T**

Your group chat is dry because no one’s doing anything worth texting about. But you? You could be seeing your favorite band in a sweatbox, stumbling into secret sets, or lounging in VIP like someone’s mysterious cousin from LA.

DoMORE gets you free tickets, golden giveaways, and the kind of wild nights you dream about. Join DoMORE. Your future self is already bragging.