Three people cheers'ing their cocktails
Photograph: Jaclyn Rivas for Time Out
Photograph: Jaclyn Rivas for Time Out

The best events happening at Time Out Market Chicago

Here's everything going on right now in Fulton Market, including concerts, comedy nights and art showcases and more.

Christina Izzo
Jeffy Mai
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Christina Izzo
Contributor:
Jeffy Mai

Time Out Market Chicago, the culinary and cultural destination in the heart of Fulton Market, is your one-stop destination for the city's best bites, drinks and programming. The 50,000-square-foot space houses more than 15 kitchens, three bars and one drop-dead gorgeous rooftop terrace—all spread across three floors. You can enjoy delicious dumplings from Qing Xiang Yuan, creative burgers at Gutenburg, fried chicken from Art Smith's Sporty Bird, irresistible desserts from Molly's Cupcakes and much more under one roof. But the fun doesn't stop there: The Market hosts a variety of events each week, from concerts to art showcases to comedy nights. We're always keeping the calendar packed with exciting things to do, and here's what you can expect in the coming weeks.

Events at Time Out Market Chicago

Highline Chicago

Fulton Market’s biggest rooftop party series is transforming the Time Out Market rooftop into a sky-high club.

Cheers to this iconic cocktail! Grab your Negroni Passport and sip your way through the featured creations. Each Negroni you try earns you a punch on your passport—collect them all and you’ll be entered into our raffle to win the ultimate Negroni-making kit plus a Time Out Market gift card.

On Saturday, September 27th from 1–5pm, we’re bringing Bavarian vibes, German-inspired flavors, and plenty of beer to the Market.

Enjoy grilling on the patio, feast on hearty Oktoberfest eats, and test your strength in our Stein Hoisting Competition powered by Sam Adams Oktoberfest Beer for a chance to win prizes. A live DJ will keep the party going all afternoon with festive tunes.

Sundays are for Lovers: R&B All Day

Join us for rooftop views and R&B vibes all day long. Soak in the last of rooftop season with specialty cocktails, great music, and even better company. 

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Drag Brunch
Drag Brunch

Time Out Market Chicago hosts a fabulous afternoon of glitz, glam and jaw-dropping performances! Hosted by Khloe Daniels, the drag queens are ready to slay the stage in dazzling costumes. 

Calling all spooky pups, costumed cats, and furry friends of every kind! Time Out Market and PAWS Animal Shelter invites you to join us for our annual Pet Halloween Costume Contest, a fun-filled day celebrating creativity, community, and of course—our beloved pets.

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Join Time Out Market Chicago every Wednesday for a relaxing evening of wine specials. Unwind with a glass of vino, paired with food from some of the best restaurants in the city. Whether you’re a wine connoisseur or just looking for a mid-week pick-me-up, Winesday is the perfect way to treat yourself with half-priced bottles of vino.

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Come alone or bring a group for weekly trivia on Wednesdays at the Market! Hosted by Whaddayaknow?, the evening will test your knowledge on a variety of categories—all while enjoying bites and drinks from some of the city’s best restaurants. Trivia is free to play.

Indulge in our Bottomless Lunch every weekend! For just $55, enjoy a $20 TOM Card to spend on your favorite meal from 15 of our delicious concessions, plus 3 hours of bottomless mimosas. Don’t forget to bring your proof of purchase to take advantage of this fabulous lunch deal, available from 12-3pm on Saturdays and Sundays!

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Looking for a place to groove on the weekends? Every Friday and Saturday, Time Out Market Chicago is home to live DJs spinning beats from 7-10pm. Come join us on the second floor for tunes, drinks and good times.