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    The Front entrance
    Elizabeth S.

    Just visited the United Center Stadium . No games but to see Michael Jordan's statues. Love the area. Very clean . Unable to see tour to the arena. Anyway the experience of seeing it enough . Next visit.

    Section 303
    Miranda L.

    Concert Review! It's been years since I've been to United Center for a concert. They post all information before on socials detailing bag policy, event times, parking recommendations, merch station locations, etc. This concert, the gates opened one hour before the opener started. While this is a larger venue in Chicago, the seats still feel intimate with the artist. The acoustics were good but not great. Merch was on the first floor where crowds gathered most. When entering, you do need to go through a medal detector and bag check. Parking on site was close to $50 so we parked at a further away garage. This made getting home extremely easy after the concert as there was less traffic to deal with.

    Rush!!
    Jeff W.

    I love this place! Great location, you can get in and out of the place and general area quick! I was here for a once in a lifetime Rush concert. $3000.00 for two tickets and it was worth every penny. We had junk food that tasted like junk food so no surprise.... The facility was just fantastic! Clean restrooms and there were a lot of of them! All the workers were in a good mood and seemed to enjoy their jobs.... Overall terrific experience at the United Center.

    Sign outside along Madison
    Rob G.

    The United Center is one of my favorite places to watch concerts. They do a great job with sight lines, stage set ups and just great viewing. Recently saw Rush and was very impressed with my views both on the floor and 300 level. Other positive features - the AMEX entrance for me in with no lines and love that I get a discount at all the concession stands. Food options are decent and of good variety. Always pricy but what arena isn't these days.

    Katherine K.

    I haven't been to the United Center in years, but it holds very fond memories for me. Lots of fun concerts, basketball games (go Bulls!), and hockey games (go Blackhawks!). The venue is easy to navigate and has plenty of parking at a cheaper rate than most stadiums. I took my guy to his first major league hockey game and we had a blast! It was very memorable and such a perfect way to end his first day in Chicago. I also couldn't believe my luck at finding an amazing Blackhawks leather jacket that was on sale!! Seriously couldn't believe my luck! Drinks and food are on par with other stadiums as far as price, quality, and options go. One of the cleaner stadiums I've been to as well.

    NCAA Men's Basketball Midwest Regionals 2026
    Cory S.

    My friend and I recently traveled to Chicago to attend the NCAA Men's Basketball Midwest Regional Semi-Finals & Finals (also known as the March Madness Sweet 16 & Elite 8). Every year, we choose a random venue and city to attend, and for our first time in years of this tradition, we decided to check out the United Center and Chicago. We went on a Friday to see two Sweet 16 basketball games (Michigan vs. Alabama and Iowa State vs. Tennessee) and then returned again on a Sunday to see the Elite 8 basketball game (Michigan vs. Tennessee) with the winner heading to Indiana for the Final Four. The games were electric, the United Center was a welcoming site, and it was easy to travel to and from (in general). We thought it was strange upon our arrival that the bag policy didn't allow clear bags that were a tad too big but it did allow unclear bags if small enough. We wish the American Express Lounge was open during our visit but I guess that is only during regular sporting events. The Uber Zone was also a bit complicated to figure out, but we eventually did. All in all, the entertainment in the concourses including great photo opportunities, the many food locations, and great merchandise locations. The United Center is an indoor arena on the Near West Side of Chicago and is home to the Bulls (NBA) and Blackhawks (NHL). Clearly, United Airlines is the corporate sponsor. It holds 23,500 people. There are 27 unique concessions restaurants located in the United Center including barbecue, chicken, pizza, Mexican, and other options. There are specific locations available for gluten-free and vegetarian food options, too. Some of the highlighted restaurants include Rocky's Bar, Queenie's Supper Club, FanDuel Lounge, Pepsi Grab N Go (and The Dashery & 4-Star Markets), and member's only dining like Chicago Stadium Club on the Lexus Club Level and Ketel One Club. For a special event, this location was great for the NCAA basketball tournament! I would certainly consider coming back to the United Center again in the future.

    Leslie C.

    Fun sports venue! Easy to get to via multiple train lines. It feels like a place where every seat is a good seat. I loved watching hockey here this weekend when my Detroit Red Wings were in town. Cool pregame and intermission activities. Excellent variety of delicious food throughout the place. Plenty of clean restrooms. I look forward to next time.

    Darrel K.

    I believe this is my fourth time in the Windy City, and it gets better with every visit!! The first time was when I was in grade school, and I got to watch MJ & the Bulls live at the United Center. Doesn't get better than that, man. Didn't get a chance to catch a game this time, but I still had to go check out the arena! Funny, 'cause I just realized that the arena is the United Center - and I've recently switched to United Airlines because of the flight routes. I didn't even know the arena was owned by them or that their headquarters are now in Chicago. Wait - is the Obama Presidential Library completed? Can't believe I missed it on this visit... oops. There's always next time! And kids, have you ever dreamed of being POTUS?! Well, if you work very, very hard, set the right goals, and find the right mentors, anything is possible!!! Don't ever give up.

    John M.

    Updated review on attending a Blackhawks game. Expect to spend money! Parking is either $40 or $50..big increase from last year. Doors open 90 minutes prior to the game but you can enter The Atrium area earlier that has various bars and a huge gift shop. There is normally pre-game entertainment as well Lots of food options but very few Gluten Free options. We were in the 300 level and we only found 1 food vendor offering gluten free items but they ran out of food at the end of the 1st period???? Bathrooms are nice but my wife said no hot water in the ladies bathroom. Expect to pay above average drink prices..they had a Centennial Old Fashion in Rockys Bar that cost 55.00! Sight lines are good as well as the sound so if you want to see a professional sporting event or concert,the UC is still the place to go.

    Michelle A.

    First time here for a Blackhawks vs Utah Mammoth hockey game. My son scored some seat geek tickets that were pretty good in section 120 row 6, lower level. YOLO. I did buy a souvenir Blackhawks soda cup. The bathrooms were nearby. The tickets were on my son's phone and we left together so we could enter our section again. Period breaks were 18 minutes long and was able to make it back in time. Blackhawks won..At the beginning of the game they had a tribute to Indiginous tribes as some may take offense. The mascot is a black bird named Tommy Hawk. The Blackhawks won in overtime. Very organized Uber drop off and pickup area. Police also block street. It was a great experience with my son.

    Nikhita T.

    This place is huge and really nice! My team and I booked an I-Suite, and it was an amazing experience. There's a separate entrance with elevators and extra security. Has a guard in each elevator. The suite area has around 26-30 rooms with a dining area, bar, and seats. Each seat had a Bulls t-shirt, which was a cool surprise. There are tables for watching the game and a few more seats in front of them. We watched the Detroit Pistons vs. Bulls game, and it was so much fun! They also have a dessert cart that comes to every suite. Security is very good, and there's a separate for Uber pickups. You should definitely watch a game here!

    The Phish From Vermont
    Justin W.

    What a great freaking arena. I live in Los Angeles where we have Staples Center...I mean Crypto. It's very similar to the United Center in the fact it's really big and has a ton of basketball banners. What Los Angeles got wrong, Chicago got right. The food here is way better and the lines are far shorter. But what blew me away was the sound. I saw three concerts by the band Phish and the acoustics inside this huge room are incredible for a huge room. Staff are friendly, really the only bummer is the lack of cup holders in the seats. I hope to return here one day for more rock and roll fun (or maybe a game) to

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    Ask the Community - United Center

    My daughter and I are coming for a concert and don't know the area. Does anyone have a suggestion for a hotel near by?

    Not a great area around the center. I have never felt unsafe but stay downtown and uber out

    Do they offer food during concerts?

    Concessions are open during concerts but keep in mind there isn't a lot of room between seating rows and it's dark during the concert. Last time I was her for a U2 concert a woman in my row spilled beer and ketchup on me as she worked here way back… 

    Do they allow umbrellas to be bought in?

    HI Sue, It was no issue at all for me to bring my umbrella inside. In fact, It was raining the day we went last Tuesday and I didn't even give it a second thought. Nobody said anything to me about having it. I hope this helps.

    Never been to The United Center, or Chicago. I will be traveling alone to see a concert on a Saturday in August. I am making a long trip and want the best seat possible. Does anyone know how the General Admission line works? Any advice?

    Any popular concert at the United Center to get a decent seat you need to buy ahead of time. The walk up sales are generally not good, many shows are sold out, and you absolutely cannot trust ticket scalpers.

    Are there any age restrictions as to who's allowed to enter the venue for a music concert?

    No but they can't drink alcohol.

    What happens to all the hats after a hat trick?

    Generally they give the hats to charity. It is different at every stadium.

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    “The first time was when I was in grade school, and I got to watch MJ & the Bulls live at the United Center.”

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    The Bassment - Chicago - The Bathtub

    The Bassment - Chicago

    4.0(249 reviews)
    2.0 mi•River North, Near North Side
    •$$

    I came here on a late Saturday night after attending another event; this served as the groups…read morenightcap before we ended the night. I'm so glad that I happened upon this place because it's one of the best late night live music spots that you can come across. I'm not sure if there was an established band that was on stage beforehand, but while I was there, it seemed like there were a lot of local acts and just super talented folks who were there jamming on stage. I loved every minute of it. There's a small bar there which I could imagine could get easily packed and overrun during a busy night but overall the drinks were fine. They do have seating areas, low chairs like the speakeasy vibe to enjoy the entertainment, but they also have a lot of space to dance and stand if you need to. I'll be back for sure, but you should also check it out.

    I turned to ChatGPT for recommendations on live music with good vibes near my hotel, and The…read moreBassment was at the top of the list. I decided to live a little and give it a try. I arrived a little after 9 and was greeted with no line. Since I didn't have a reservation, I paid a $10 cover. Walking downstairs, I was immediately impressed with the British décor, lots of IG-worthy spots. Because it was still early, I was able to head straight to the bar for a drink. The bartender mentioned the band would start at 9:30 and that things usually pick up around 10. He also let me know the couches were open seating until reserved groups arrived. The band was fantastic and had people dancing not long after they started. By 11, the place was standing room only. I tapped out around 1 and walked past a long line waiting to get in. I'm happy I trusted ChatGPT's suggestion. The Bassment delivered a fun night with great music, drinks, and energy. I'll definitely visit again.

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    The Empty Bottle

    The Empty Bottle

    4.3(381 reviews)
    1.5 mi•West Town, Ukrainian Village
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    What a cool venue! It's got a great vibe, is very spacious, and has a great bar. The stage set up…read moreis pretty good. I was really amazed at how many people could actually fit fairly comfortably. I went in a group of 3 for a Jim E. Brown show on Thursday, and it didn't disappoint. The Empty Bottle was a great venue for him. The crowd was great, fantastic environment. Highly recommended.

    Kari's Rating 8/10…read more Came on a Monday for some free music and got there around 8:15pm. I thought it was relatively busy as the bouncer checked my ID and gave me a stamp. I walked into the bar area and was trying to grab a drink and it was pretty crowded. Since I don't really drink anymore, a friend bought me a Matcha soda and two of the Monday night specials for three dollars each Overall, the place seemed relatively divey and a little bit dark. I don't really think of this venue somewhere you would take a first date. And the decor was a lot of sharpie doodles in the bathrooms as well as stickers galore. It was a really fun intimate stage. As the first band started, it only got more packed-but the air conditioning was well dispersed and I never overheated. I thought the acoustics were OK in the room, but the bands themselves are relatively loud and their pronunciation was a little difficult to hear the lyrics. I hadn't really heard of the bands that were playing, but when I left around 10:15pm there was a massive line-I think there were still two more bands that were going to play and I'm glad I left when I did!

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    Horribly loud and not tuned band with squeaky sounds

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    Thalia Hall

    Thalia Hall

    4.2(179 reviews)
    1.8 mi•Pilsen

    Went to Thalia Hall for the first time for wave to earth's lollapalooza after show and had an…read moreamazing experience! This is a small, intimate avenue in Chicago that hosts concerts, opera, and plays. There really isn't a bad seat in the venue! We were able to snag one of the larger opera boxes, which I highly recommend, especially if you're going with friends. Ours was on the left side and perfectly angled toward the stage, so we were incredibly close. The box seats up to six people and they even provide water for you, which was a nice touch. The venue also has a bar area and a balcony. For this show, the balcony was general admission. There are four large balcony boxes and two smaller two-person boxes, which would be super cute for a date or going with a friend. The staff were extremely friendly, and parking was surprisingly easy! We found street parking within about five minutes. They do serve food and drinks, though we didn't get any this time. Overall, the show was intimate, fun, and such a great experience. If I come back for another concert at Thalia Hall, I'll definitely try to get an opera box again.

    Fantastic venue in an old, vintage building. Loved the coffered ceilings and the intimate setting…read more We saw a string quartet play tribute to Metallica and even the balcony seats were great. Bathrooms are all genders with multiple stalls, so pee with all your friends. There are no urinals in that bathroom. Just private stalls They have a bar. Heavy pours. Need I say more?

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    Thalia Hall - View from left bottom opera box

    View from left bottom opera box

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    Sleeping Village

    Sleeping Village

    4.3(83 reviews)
    4.7 mi•Avondale
    •$$

    The name of this bar and venue is adorable. So nicely done right off the bat! Lots of seating for…read moresmall-medium sized groups. Two of which were having a great time when we arrived. We sat at the bar, because it's my default settings or my AuDHD need for routine. Very attentive bartender who greeted us right as we sat down. I'll be honest. I ordered a gin and tonic. My estimation is that this G&T was 75% tonic. I didn't say anything because I don't know what to say. I also do not like confrontation. The venue itself is fantastic! We were there to see KING MALA. ADORE EVERYTHING ABOUT HERE. My boyfriend sprung for VIP tickets. I have no money but meeting her was amazing. Highly recommend seeing a chow here. Intimate, great sound, and a bar inside who made me an on point G&T!

    Sleeping Village is a great spot! I came here for a concert a few weeks ago and it was an awesome…read moretime. The building is pretty unassuming on the outside and looks a lot smaller than it actually is. Once you're in, the main space indoors is a big open bar with some tables/booths and places to sit but also a lot of standing room. There is a big drink menu that is projected onto the wall that is pretty beer heavy, but there are some other options for non beer drinkers! I got a jalapeno ranch water that was really good. There is a large patio space that looks so fun for the summer. The concert venue is in the back. It's pretty small, but perfect for more intimate shows. We had so much fun!! This place really is such a gem, and I can't wait to come back for some drinks on the patio when the weather warms up.

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