Hot Tix Chicago was created by The League of Chicago Theaters, a non-profit service that offers a half-price discount on Chicago theater tickets for shows at participating theaters and venues. The ticket inventory is constantly updated throughout the day (current listings available at Hot Tix locations and on their website), so there’s a bit of luck in terms of ticket scores for your desired performance. Hot Tix is best suited for those who want to see a theatrical performance, not necessarily a particular one .
There are many quality productions to choose from in Chicago, so it’s not a bad way to go.
Hot Tix offers online tickets for almost all of their available shows, and they can be purchased on their website . If you’d like to choose from the full list of available shows, you can purchase directly from one of these three Chicago Hot Tix locations:
- 72 E. Randolph, Chicago
- The Chicago Tourism Center site of the Sewing Salon
- 10 am-6pm from Tuesday to Saturday
- 11 am-4pm Sunday
- 108 E. State St., Chicago
- Block thirty seven
- 10 am-6pm from Monday to Saturday
- 11 am-5pm Sunday
- 163 E. Pearson, Chicago (just east of Michigan Avenue, across from the historic Water Tower )
- Water Works Visitor Center
- 10 am-6pm from Tuesday to Saturday
- 11 am-4pm Sunday
Please note that all sales are final. Online purchases will be available for pickup at the specified movie theater / box office. The confirmation number, photo ID, and credit card used for purchase must be presented for verification.
Hot Tix Official Site
Additional Discount and Free Chicago Attractions
Chicago Cultural Center – The downtown institution draws hundreds of thousands of visitors each year with numerous free events and proximity to the Millennium Park tourist mecca. In addition to offering free music, dance, and theater performances, the center frequently shows movies, holds lectures, holds art exhibits, and hosts family events. Architecture fans also flock to the structure because it is an emblematic building; It was built in 1897 as the city’s first central public library.
Lincoln Park Zoo : meanwhile, Lincoln Park Zoo is one of the oldest in the United States. It was established in 1868, but has been continually updated and is among the most contemporary in terms of education, recreation, and conservation. The zoo is unique in that it offers an intimate setting that allows visitors to get a closer look at the animals than most zoo settings. It is dedicated to permanently maintaining its free admission policy for all. The zoo, in fact, is the only free zoo in Chicagoland, and one of the last free wildlife attractions in the country.
National Museum of Puerto Rican Art and Culture : Get ready for Puerto Rican pride on display at the country’s largest cultural institution dedicated to its rich history and culture. The museum opened in 2001 and has since focused on many aspects for the community, including visual arts exhibits, hands-on arts workshops, movies in the park, and an annual outdoor arts and crafts festival. It is also the only independent cultural institution in the country dedicated to displaying exhibits of Puerto Rican art and history throughout the year.
An entire wing of the museum is dedicated to arts education. NMPRAC offers hands-on arts and crafts workshops, from painting, drawing, and sculpture to printmaking and photography. Students of all ages and backgrounds can participate.
Shedd Aquarium : The well-known aquarium has several free days throughout the year in which they waive general admission for visitors (must show valid Illinois ID), which includes the Waters of the World, Amazon Rising, and Caribbean Reef exhibits. A package that includes the other areas of the aquarium, including Wild Reef, Oceanarium, and Polar Play Zone, is offered at a discounted price. But be careful. While you’ll save money, the days off add to the already packed crowds at the Shedd.
–Edited by Audarshia
