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Visiting Civic Opera House: what to know before you go

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

Civic Opera House is a opera house in Chicago, open since 1929, with room for about 3,563 people.

The busiest month ahead is November 2026, with 1 date.

5 public transport stops are within walking distance (Bus stop and Metro / subway); the nearest is CTA Bus Stop 14426, 140 m away.

Civic Opera House

Key facts

Type of venue
Opera house
Capacity
3,563
Opened
1929
Address
20 N. Wacker Dr., Chicago, IL 60606, United States
Upcoming events
3

Civic Opera House, month by month

  • November 20261 date, including Wagner: Myth & Music
  • December 20261 date, including Joffrey Ballet w/ The Nutcracker
  • February 20271 date, including Herodiade: An Opera in Concert

Ticket prices

What the programme holds: Concerts (2) and Plays & Musicals (1).

Arriving by public transport

  • 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

Arriving by car

4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 50 m from the venue.

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Civic Opera House: practical questions

How many people fit in Civic Opera House?

Civic Opera House has a capacity of about 3,563; the figure for a given show depends on its layout.

When did Civic Opera House open?

Civic Opera House opened in 1929.

What is the nearest stop to Civic Opera House?

CTA Bus Stop 14426 (Bus stop), 140 m away – about 2 min on foot.

Can I park near Civic Opera House?

Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 50 m away.

What kind of events does Civic Opera House host?

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

Which month has the most events at Civic Opera House?

November 2026, with 1 date, including Wagner: Myth & Music.

Which other venues are close to Civic Opera House?

House of Blues Chicago (930 m), Symphony Center (810 m), Credit Union 1 Arena at UIC (1.8 km) and Garcia's Chicago (1.3 km).

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