Concerts & Events

1/31/2020 – Sub Urban in The Lounge

Before his Courtesy Concert later that day, Sub Urban is coming to The Lounge! He’ll be here Friday, January 27th! It’s an awesome, intimate performance where you definitely don’t want to miss out. Want to win your way in? Text “URBAN” to 312-101 by 1/29 for your shot at a pair of passes into The Lounge. Sponsored by Coors…… More Info

1/31/20 – Courtesy Concert with Sub Urban

After gaining some great momentum from his hit song, “Cradles,” and performing in Chicago in November, 101WKQX is proud to welcome Sub Urban back to the windy city for a FREE SHOW as our first Courtesy Concert of the year!! That’s right. No cost. No cover charge. This will all take place at Cobra Lounge on Friday, January 31st! Want…… More Info

2/1/20 – The Used (SOLD OUT)

The American rock band that originated from Utah, The Used, is going on tour! Now, you can look forward to seeing them on Saturday, February 1st at Bottom Lounge! Tickets are on sale now, but we have your shot at a free pair below! Want to win your way in? Text BLOW to 312-101 for your shot at…… More Info

2/5/19 – King Princess

With her debut album coming out this fall, King Princess has announced her Cheap Queen Tour to go alongside the album! She will be performing at the Riviera Theatre on Wednesday, February 5, 2020. Tickets are on sale now, but we have your way into the show for free! Want to win two tickets to the show? Text…… More Info

2/7/20 – 2/9/20 – Progressive International Motorcycle Show

Sunny days and perfect riding weather are only a few months away so come experience all things related to motorcycles at the Progressive International Motorcycle Show on February 7th through the 9th at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. See all the latest models, purchase premier parts, gear and accessories. Speak with brand representatives; vote…… More Info

2/8/20 – Win AWOLNATION tickets at Menards!

Join the 101.1 WKQX Promotions team on Saturday February 8th from 12pm to 2pm at the Menards location at 300 N Randall Rd in Batavia. Come join the fun as we play games for fun prizes and so much more! Come check out the awesome deals Menards has to offer and register to win tickets to…… More Info

2/11/20 – The Blue Stones

The Canadian blues-rock duo, The Blue Stones, is headed to Chicago! They’ll be at the Schubas on Tuesday, February 11th, 2020. Tickets are on sale now but you can win a pair from us! Want to win your way in? Text BLUE to 312-101 for a shot at tickets, furnished by Schubas. Heads up, this show…… More Info

2/14/20 – Courtesy Concert with Joywave

101WKQX loves you. Coors Light loves you. Joywave loves you. Spend Valentine’s Day with three of your favorites at the next 101WKQX Courtesy Concert with Joywave. This free show, thanks to Coors Light, is happening at Jamo’s Live in Mokena on Friday, February 14. As long you are 21+, come out and spend a special…… More Info

2/14/20 – Soul Asylum with Local H

In February, alternative rock vets Soul Asylum and Local H are going on tour together! The Dead Letter Tour will be coming to the Metro on Friday, February 14th! It sounds like a romantic and rockin’ night to us! Tickets are on sale now, or you can enter to win a pair. Want to win your way in? Text…… More Info

2/17/19 – Electric Guest

101WKQX is proud to welcome Electric Guest to Metro on Monday, February 17th! Electric Guest is an indie rock duo from Los Angelos and the bands newest album, KIN, is out October 18th! Tickets are on-sale now, but we have your shot at a free pair below! Also $1/ticket goes to Stand for Children, an organization focused on ensuring all students receive…… More Info

2/21/20 – The Lumineers – Night 1

With tickets nearly sold out for their Saturday show, The Lumineers announced a second date in Chicago at Allstate Arena on Friday, February 21st, 2020! Tickets go on sale next Friday, September 27th, at 10am! Check It Out Watch the III (Official Short Film Trailer), which is a visual exploration of the band’s third and latest album, to…… More Info

2/22/20 – The Lumineers – Night 2

Ho-Hey! PIQNIQ Alums, The Lumineers are coming back to Chicago! This time, they will be at Allstate Arena on Saturday, February 22nd, 2020. Tickets are on-sale now, and you don’t want to miss out! Want to see the show for free? Click HERE to enter to win a pair of tickets, furnished by Messina Touring Group! …… More Info

2/25/20 – The Glorious Sons

Two months after playing The Nights We Stole Christmas, The Glorious Sons, are returning to Chicago for their show at Metro on Tuesday, February 25th! Tickets are on sale now, but we have your shot at a free pair below! Want to win your way in? Text ATTACK to 312-101 by Friday, February 21st for your shot at a…… More Info

2/27/20 – SAINT MOTEL

Is SAINT MOTEL your type? If so, I’ve got good news for you: they’re going on tour to support their upcoming album, “The Original Motion Picture Soundtrack!” They’ll be at the Vic Theatre on Thursday, February 27th, 2020 and this new SAINT MOTEL album will be released in three continuous parts. Tickets are on sale now…… More Info

2/28/20 – Fitz & The Tantrums

Can we get a HandClap for Fitz & The Tantrums returning to Chicago?! Their All The Feels tour will be making a stop at the Riveria Theatre on Friday, February 28th! Lounge alums Twin XL will also be the opening act! Tickets are on-sale now, but we want to send you to the show for FREE! Want to win your way in? Text…… More Info

3/6/20 – They Might Be Giants

In honor of the album that made them an international act, They Might Be Giants is celebrating Flood’s 30th Anniversary in 2020 by performing the album, in its entirety, on stages in select cities across the US! You can see this awesome performance at The Vic on Friday, March 6th, 2020! Tickets go on sale Friday, October…… More Info

3/14/20 – The Revivalists

The Revivalists are coming back to Chicago with Into The Stars tour! They will be playing at the Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom on Saturday, March 14th! Tickets are on sale now but but we have your chance to win a pair of tickets! Want to win your way in? Text STARS to 312-101 by 3/12…… More Info

3/19/20 – 101WKQX Welcomes… Silversun Pickups

We don’t know about you, but us here at 101WKQX cannot wait to welcome Silversun Pickups to the Vic Theatre on Thursday, March 19, 2020! They are on tour performing songs from their latest album, Widow’s Weeds. Tickets are on sale now but you can win a pair from us! Want to win your way in? Text…… More Info

3/22/20 – Third Eye Blind

San Francisco natives, Third Eye Blind, are heading back to Chicago! Catch them on Sunday, March 22nd at the Riveria Theatre! Tickets are on-sale December 13th at 10am, or you can enter to win a pair below! Text “SCREAM” to 312-101 by 3/18 for your shot at free tickets, furnished by Jam Productions! Check It Out Watch the official music…… More Info

3/24/20 – Billie Eilish: SOLD OUT

Billie Eilish is set to take over the globe in 2020! Her newly announced Where Do We Go? World Tour will be stopping by the United Center on Tuesday, March 24th. Tickets are bound to go fast, but we have your hookup for a FREE pair below! Want to win your way in instead? Text “ASLEEP” to 312-101 for…… More Info

4/7/20 – GROUPLOVE

With their newest album, Healer, set to be released March 13th and their newly announced “Healer Tour,” kicking off in March as well, GROUPLOVE is coming to heal us all on Tuesday, April 7th when they play at Durty Nellie’s! Stay tuned for more info on tickets from 101WKQX in the upcoming weeks! Check It Out In the…… More Info

4/9/20 – Flora Cash

Lounge and TNWSC alums, Flora Cash are coming back to Chicago! This time, they will be heading to Lincoln Hall on Thursday, April 9th! Tickets are on sale now, but we have your shot at a free pair below! Want to win your way in? Text HOME to 312-101 by 4/7 for your shot at a…… More Info

4/25/20 – The Driver Era

Like the band name, the music of The Driver Era captures a certain classic feeling while looking toward tomorrow. Now, you can look forward to seeing them on Saturday, April 25th at The Vic! Tickets are on sale now, but we have your shot at a free pair below! Want to win your way in? Text FOREVER…… More Info

5/23/20 – The Darkness

British rock band, The Darkness is bringing their latest tour, Easter is Cancelled, to Chicago! You can catch them at Park West on May 23rd, 2020! Tickets go on-sale Friday, January 17th at 10am so make sure to get your ticket! Want to win a pair of tickets instead? Text “EXPLODE” to 312-101 for your chance to…… More Info

5/29/2020 – Tame Impala

After headlining at Lollapalooza last year, the Australia psychedelic rock musician, Tame Impala, is returning to Chicago! He will be playing at the United Center on Friday, May 29th! Tickets go on sale to the public at 10am on December 13th, but presale is on December 12th between 10am-10pm. Use promo code: jamimpala. Want to win your way in…… More Info

6/6/20 – AWOLNATION

PIQNIQ 2018 headliner, AWOLNATION is returning to Chicago to perform at the Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom for The Lightning Riders Tour with Lounge alum, Andrew McMahon! They’ll be at the Aragon on Saturday, June 6th! Tickets are on sale now, but you still have a shot at a FREE pair below! Win your way in by entering HERE for your chance at a pair…… More Info

6/10/20 – Foals

In 2015, Foals performed at The Nights We Stole Christmas, and now they are going on tour with 2019 TNWSC performer, Local Natives! They will be returning to Chicago to perform at the Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom on Wednesday, June 10th! Tickets go on sale 11/15 at 10am but you can USE PRESALE CODE: FLN20 to get your tickets now! Win your way in…… More Info

6/19/20 – The Airborne Toxic Event

For the first time in 5 years, The Airborne Toxic Event is going on tour to support their upcoming sixth studio album, Hollywood Park! This is definitely an event you don’t want to miss. They are stopping by at the Vic Theatre on Friday, June 19th. Tickets are on sale Friday, November 22nd but we have your chance…… More Info

7/11/20 – Ministry

Celebrating 30 years of the iconic record “The Mind is a Terrible Thing to Taste,” the band Ministry is heading on their Industrial Strength Tour this summer! They’ll be stopping in Chicago on Saturday, July 11th at the Riveria Theatre! Tickets are on-sale January 17th, or you can enter to win a pair below! Text “STRENGTH” to 312-101…… More Info

7/17/20 – Alanis Morissette

Celebrating 25 years of her iconic album, Jagged Little Pill, the singer/songwriter Alanis Morisette is going on a world tour! Also with her new album, Such Pretty Forks in the Road, out in May, 2020 is a huge year. She will be stopping at the Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre on Friday, July 17th during her world tour. Here…… More Info

8/13/20 – HELLA MEGA TOUR 2020 – Green Day, Fall Out Boy & Weezer

Rock icons Green Day, Fall Out Boy and Weezer unite forces for a global stadium tour supporting new music from all three bands. This legendary tour makes a stop at Wrigley Field on Thursday, August 13th! Lounge alums The Interrupters will also be joining this stacked lineup! Tickets are on-sale now and going fast! Want to see…… More Info

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