Best 2015 Date Night Shows For Valentine's Day In Chicago
Barry Manilow
United Center
1901 W. Madison St.
Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 455-4500
www.unitedcenter.com
If you're looking for an event on Valentine's Day, consider grabbing tickets to Barry Manilow's concert and surprising your significant other with a fun night out. The singer, whose career has spanned decades, will be in Chicago as part of his tour One Last Time! After all, don't you want to sing and dance to songs like "I Write The Songs," "Mandy" and "Copacabana"? Saxophonist Dave Koz, a GRAMMY nominee who has collaborated with India.Arie, Richard Marx, Gloria Estefan and more, is scheduled as the opening act for the concert, too. The show starts at 7:30 p.m. on February 14, 2015.
Fleetwood Mac
Allstate Arena
6920 N. Mannheim Rd.
Rosemont, IL 60018
(847) 635-6601
www.rosemont.com
If you'd describe your significant other as a classic rock fan, then tickets to Fleetwood Mac's concert on February 14, 2015 at Allstate Arena are in order for Valentine's Day. The band, whose hit songs are many and include "Little Lies," "Don't Stop," "You Make Loving Fun" and "Gypsy," is back in Chicago. The chart-topping, GRAMMY-winning group is sure to keep you on your feet during the performance. Allstate Arena is located near a number of restaurants and bars so you can easily enjoy a meal before the show.
Sinbad
The Chicago Theatre
175 N. State St.
Chicago, IL 60601
(800) 745-3000
www.thechicagotheatre.com
It's not every day that you can see comedy legend Sinbad on stage, so why not make the most of it? Sinbad has one night at The Chicago Theatre, making the performance a must-see for anyone who is a fan of the renowned comedian. The show starts at 8 p.m. on February 14, 2015, and tickets start at $29.50. The Chicago Theatre is near several public transportation options, so consider leaving your car at home to get to the show. You can also grab a bite to eat before or after the show at the numerous restaurants near the theatre.
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'Short Shakespeare! Macbeth'
Chicago Shakespeare Theatre on Navy Pier
800 E. Grand Ave.
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 595-5600
www.chicagoshakes.com
So the Bard's play "Macbeth" isn't exactly the most romantic play. But if you want to see a play that is a bit off the beaten path and will be performed during the day, consider checking out "Short Shakespeare! Macbeth" at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre, located on Navy Pier. The play is — you guessed it — short, clocking in at just over an hour and without an intermission. February 14, 2015, is the last day of the play's run, and two performances are scheduled for 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. A daytime play also gives you plenty of time for an early romantic dinner, too.
The Mary Onettes
The Empty Bottle
1035 N. Western Ave.
Chicago, IL 60622
(866) 777-8932
www.emptybottle.com
If catching a performance in a more intimate setting is more your style, consider grabbing tickets to see The Mary Onettes at The Empty Bottle. The quartet hails from Sweden and bills itself as a "no wave" band on its official Facebook page. The Mary Onettes will be stopping in Chicago as part of the band's North American tour in support of its latest album, "Portico." The show starts at 9 p.m. on February 14, 2015, and tickets are $10.
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