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Visiting Cahn Auditorium: what to know before you go

600 Emerson St., Evanston, IL 60201, United States

Cahn Auditorium is a auditorium in Evanston, open since 1940, with room for about 1,000 people.

Of the 6 upcoming shows with a published time, 67% start at 8:00 PM – plan to arrive a little earlier for security and the cloakroom.

The busiest month ahead is November 2026, with 3 dates.

4 public transport stops are within walking distance (Train and Metro / subway); the nearest is Foster station, 580 m away.

Cahn Auditorium

Key facts

Type of venue
Auditorium
Capacity
1,000
Opened
1940
Address
600 Emerson St., Evanston, IL 60201, United States
Upcoming events
6
Usual start time
8:00 PM

Cahn Auditorium, month by month

  • November 20263 dates, including Béla Fleck: My Bluegrass Heart, Ana Gasteyer: Sugar & Booze Holiday Spectacular and The Wood Brothers
  • December 20262 dates, including Laurie Berkner: A Holiday Concert (Early) and Laurie Berkner: A Holiday Concert (Late)
  • March 20271 date, including Julian Lage Quartet feat. John Medeski, Jorge Roeder, Kenny Wollesen

Ticket prices

What the programme holds: Concerts (4) and Family & Kids (2).

Arriving by public transport

  • Foster stationTrain580 m
    7 min walk
  • Davis station (CTA)Metro / subway710 m
    9 min walk
  • Metra Metropolitan RailTrain760 m
    9 min walk
  • Noyes stationTrain870 m
    11 min walk

Arriving by car

4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 220 m from the venue.

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Cahn Auditorium: practical questions

How many people fit in Cahn Auditorium?

Cahn Auditorium has a capacity of about 1,000; the figure for a given show depends on its layout.

When did Cahn Auditorium open?

Cahn Auditorium opened in 1940.

What time do shows start at Cahn Auditorium?

Usually at 8:00 PM (67% of the upcoming shows with a published time). Check your ticket for the exact time.

What is the nearest stop to Cahn Auditorium?

Foster station (Train), 580 m away – about 7 min on foot.

Can I park near Cahn Auditorium?

Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 220 m away.

What kind of events does Cahn Auditorium host?

Upcoming dates by category: Concerts (4) and Family & Kids (2).

Which month has the most events at Cahn Auditorium?

November 2026, with 3 dates, including Béla Fleck: My Bluegrass Heart and Ana Gasteyer: Sugar & Booze Holiday Spectacular.

Which other venues are close to Cahn Auditorium?

Space (1.3 km) and Welsh Ryan Arena / McGaw Hall (1.9 km).

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