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Things to do near Elmhurst University this weekend

Top picks, free events, sports, concerts, and wellness — curated for students.

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We found 20 student-friendly happenings near Elmhurst University — including 0 free or low-cost options. Browse by category or jump into the weekend guides below.

What's happening near Elmhurst University this week

We found 20 student-friendly happenings near Elmhurst University — including 0 free or low-cost options. Browse by category or jump into the weekend guides below.

Sports

Games, intramurals, and varsity energy on and near campus.

  • 2026 Tempest Season Ticket · Sports
  • Chicago Cubs vs. Athletics · Sports

Concerts & local entertainment

Live music and festivals worth the trip from campus.

  • Honey with DJ CashEra · Concerts
  • Rico McFarland Blues Band/Joanna Connor Blues Band · Concerts
  • Chicago Comedy Club · Festivals
  • Forrest Frank: The Jesus Generation Tour · Concerts

Student life

Clubs, mixers, and community events to meet people.

  • Balloon Museum | EmotionAir - Art You Can Feel - FLEX TICKET - Chicago · Social
  • Balloon Museum | EmotionAir - Art You Can Feel - Chicago · Social
  • Brokeback Mountain · Social
  • A Dog's House · Social

Wellness & social

Low-pressure hangouts, study sessions, and recharge moments.

  • Balloon Museum | EmotionAir - Art You Can Feel - FLEX TICKET - Chicago · Social
  • Balloon Museum | EmotionAir - Art You Can Feel - Chicago · Social
  • Brokeback Mountain · Social
  • A Dog's House · Social

Food & festivals

Tastings, cultural nights, and campus celebrations.

  • Balloon Museum | EmotionAir - Art You Can Feel - FLEX TICKET - Chicago · Social
  • Balloon Museum | EmotionAir - Art You Can Feel - Chicago · Social
  • Chicago Comedy Club · Festivals
  • Brokeback Mountain · Social

Student picks

  • Best for first-year studentsBalloon Museum | EmotionAir - Art You Can Feel - FLEX TICKET - Chicago
  • Good weekend activity2026 Tempest Season Ticket
  • Best for first-year studentsBalloon Museum | EmotionAir - Art You Can Feel - Chicago
  • Best for first-year studentsBrokeback Mountain

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Chicago Comedy Club

Thu, Jun 4, 11:00 PM · Foundation Room at House of Blues Chicago · Chicago

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Chicago Comedy Club

Thu, Jun 4, 11:00 PM · Foundation Room at House of Blues Chicago · Chicago

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Brokeback Mountain

Fri, Jun 5, 12:00 AM · Chicago Shakespeare Theater · Chicago

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A Dog's House

Fri, Jun 5, 12:30 AM · Greenhouse Theater Center · Chicago

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UNTITLED VAMPIRE PLAY

Fri, Jun 5, 12:30 AM · Lookingglass Theatre · Chicago

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JOB

Fri, Jun 5, 12:30 AM · Writers Theatre · Glencoe

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2026 Tempest Season Ticket

Sports · Rugby

Sun, May 3, 12:00 AM · Benedictine University · Lisle

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Honey with DJ CashEra

Music · R&B

Thu, Jun 4, 11:00 PM · Three Top Lounge · Chicago

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Chicago Comedy Club

Arts & Theatre · Comedy

Thu, Jun 4, 11:00 PM · Foundation Room at House of Blues Chicago · Chicago

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Brokeback Mountain

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Fri, Jun 5, 12:00 AM · Chicago Shakespeare Theater · Chicago

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South Pacific

Arts & Theatre · Theatre

Fri, Jun 5, 12:00 AM · Paramount Theatre - IL · Aurora

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Chicago Cubs vs. Athletics

Sports · Baseball

Fri, Jun 5, 12:05 AM · Wrigley Field · Chicago

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A Dog's House

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Fri, Jun 5, 12:30 AM · Greenhouse Theater Center · Chicago

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UNTITLED VAMPIRE PLAY

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Fri, Jun 5, 12:30 AM · Lookingglass Theatre · Chicago

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JOB

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Fri, Jun 5, 12:30 AM · Writers Theatre · Glencoe

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Stella Cole

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Fri, Jun 5, 12:30 AM · Ravinia · Highland Park

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Brooklyn Charmers

Music · Rock

Fri, Jun 5, 1:00 AM · Garcia's Chicago · Chicago

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FAQ

What are the best free things to do near Elmhurst University?
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