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Civic Opera House: upcoming events

20 N. Wacker Dr., Chicago, IL 60606, United States

3 upcoming events at Civic Opera House; the biggest category is Concerts. Capacity: 3,563.

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How to get to Civic Opera House

  • CTA Bus Stop 14426Bus stop140 m
    2 min walk
  • CTA Bus Stop 5027Bus stop230 m
    3 min walk
  • CTA - Washington/WellsMetro / subway240 m
    3 min walk
  • CTA Bus Stop 4623Bus stop290 m
    4 min walk
  • CTA Bus Stop 6579Bus stop290 m
    4 min walk

Parking

4 car parks within walking distance, the closest 50 m away.

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About Civic Opera House

Civic Opera House – opera house in Chicago, opened in 1929, capacity 3,563.

The Civic Opera House, also often referred to as the Lyric Opera House, is an opera house located at 20 North Wacker Drive in Chicago. The Civic's main performance space, named for Ardis Krainik, seats 3,276, making it the second-largest opera auditorium in North America, after the Metropolitan Opera House. Built for the Chicago Civic Opera, it has been home to the Lyric Opera of Chicago since 1954 and the Joffrey Ballet since 2021. It is part of a complex with a 45-story office tower and two 22-story wings, known as the Civic Opera Building that opened November 4, 1929 and features Art Deco details.

Visiting Civic Opera House: good to know

How do I get to Civic Opera House by public transport?

The closest stop is CTA Bus Stop 14426 (bus stop), 140 m from Civic Opera House – roughly 2 minutes on foot.

Can I park near Civic Opera House?

There are 4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 50 m away.

Are there hotels near Civic Opera House?

10 hotels are within walking distance. The closest is La Quinta Inn & Suites, 130 m away.

What's on at Civic Opera House this weekend?

Nothing is scheduled at Civic Opera House this weekend. Next up: Wagner: Myth & Music on November 20.

How big is Civic Opera House?

Civic Opera House holds around 3,563 people.

What kind of events does Civic Opera House host?

Upcoming dates by category: Concerts (2) and Plays & Musicals (1).

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