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Daily Email - Monday - 11/10/2025

November 10, 2025

Winter storm warning, who?? Halloweekend just passed, we’re gonna needs things to chill a bit.

Win your way into The Close-Up Show at Chicago Magic Lounge on Monday, November 17th. Sleight-of-hand masters take the stage with every move projected up-close, right where you can’t miss it. Surprises, audience moments, zero repeats. This is magic in HD. Enter for a chance to win a pair of tickets.*

JUST ANNOUNCED

CHICAGO HOLIDAY SEASON BUCKET LIST

Photo: Lincoln Park Zoo Facebook

Chicago flips into full snow globe mode this time of year with light shows, boozy pop-ups, pop-punk Santas, you name it. Here’s your sleigh-full of the best stuff to do:

RADIUS + CERMAK HALL PRESENT

UPCOMING SHOW CALENDAR

November at Radius is a trip through the full electronic multiverse. One weekend it’s deep, wobbly bass that rattles your spine, and the next, you’re floating in dreamy, vocal-forward soundscapes or sweating it out to high-octane techno. From late-night house to hometown legends, this month’s lineup is stacked with energy, emotion, and zero weak spots.*

IN THE FUTURE

🐢 Tortoise with the Chicago Philharmonic

Tomorrow at Auditorium Theatre (7:30PM)

Tortoise shells out unmatched vibes tomorrow at Auditorium Theatre with the Chicago Philharmonic. Last chance to snag tix now!*

🍹 Broken Shaker Upcoming Shows

Weekly at Freehand Chicago

Broken Shaker’s got Geto Mark, Karl Almaria, and KOSMO on deck this month, each spinning their own flavor of Chicago house and beyond. Come for the music, stay ‘til it gets weird. Check out the full calendar and get tickets today.*

🪩 Sabai

Friday at Outset (10PM)

Sabai’s back to ruin your ability to feel anything less than extremely alive. Emotional bangers + euphoric drops = one sweaty, cathartic night at Outset on November 14th. Enter now to win a pair of tix.*

🛒 JoJo’s Friendsgiving

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

Win tickets to JoJo’s Friendsgiving blowout at Morgan MFG. Expect sing-along moments, delicious vibes and so much more. We're also giving away a $250 Jewel-Osco gift card. Treat your pantry. Treat your soul. Enter now.*

🎤 Not for Radio

January 10th-11th at The Auditorium (7:30PM)

The legendary live act Not For Radio is bringing their winter-garden takeover to The Auditorium Theatre on January 10th and 11th. Think lush palms, fat beats, warm vibes, and cocktails that say “sorry winter, we’re done.” Secure your spot now.*

The Turkey Crawl

A noble tradition of pounding shots with your hometown frenemies the night before pretending to like cranberry sauce. This Wrigleyville crawl hits the best bars, includes welcome drinks, and a dinner buffet.

LOCALS ONLY

  • Enjoy a night of glam, art, drama, and theatre with Giving Face. Get your tickets now for the fundraiser supporting the Queer Youth Ensemble.

  • Handmade gifts under $10? Say less. Hit Chicago Vintage Fest for cute, cheap, and very giftable stuff from local artists. The free market is November 23rd at 1008 S Canal.

  • Brands: we’ve got the naughty and nice list. Reach holiday party animals across Chicago (and beyond) via gift guides, giveaways, and inbox joy. See how to plug in.

  • Deliz Italian will be Bucktown’s new Italian Steakhouse. Opening in December.

🎟️ LIFE’S SHORT, DO THE COOL STUFF

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