The crowd is buzzing. The lights dim. Your heart is pumping as you sip an ice-cold beverage and scan the stage to catch a glimpse of the legendary performers about to emerge. It’s a feeling you can’t get anywhere else. It’s why we love summer rock concerts in Chicago.
At STS Concert Sound, we know a thing or two about incredible concerts. We’ve provided concert speaker systems, lighting and stage rental for some of the biggest acts in the industry. And we love going to shows just as much as we enjoy producing them. So, we’re always on the lookout for the next great show coming to our native Chicagoland.
What are the rock concerts in Chicago you can’t miss this summer? We’re glad you asked! Here are four shows we’ve already got our tickets for. See you there!
Weezer at the Hard Rock Casino
Weezer is among the most popular ‘90s bands, rivaled only by Nirvana and Blink-182. We’re talking about the band that got Generation X and many Millennials through awkward phases in high school. If you’re looking to experience the good times again, you can see them at the Hard Rock Casino in Gary, IN on July 9th.
Details About the Show
- Date and Time: Sunday, July 9th, 2023 at 6:30 pm
- Venue: Hard Rock Casino (5400 W 29th Ave, Gary, IN 46406)
- Opening Act: Joyce Manor
- Ticket Pricing: Starting at $89.50 – Get Tickets Here
- Other Info: All tickets are general admission. You must be 21 or older to attend (valid photo ID required)
More About Weezer
Since its formation in 1992, Weezer has sold over 30 million records worldwide. Iconic, encore-worthy songs include “Photograph,” “Buddy Holly” and “El Scorcho,” but the band’s still going strong, continuing to release albums and EPs.
Before tours with Panic! at the Disco and the Pixies, Weezer released The White Album (2016) and Pacific Daydream (2017), both of which received incredible acclaim. In response to meme culture, Weezer also performed a cover of Toto’s “Africa,” which naturally earned them a fifth “#1” at Alternative Radio. At the start of 2019, The Teal Album included even more amazing covers.
Later, in 2021, Weezer released two almost opposite albums, OK Human, a pop album whose lyrics meditate on technology-induced isolation, and Van Weezer, a reflection on the metal scene of decades past.
Finally, in 2022, Weezer released an EP called SZNZ, which is based off Vivaldi’s Four Seasons.
Lynyrd Skynyrd and ZZ Top at the Credit Union 1 Amphitheater
Lynyrd Skynyrd and ZZ Top are bringing their Sharp Dressed Simple Man Tour to Tinley Park, IL, this August. You won’t want to miss it when these iconic acts light up the summer night with some of the greatest rock songs ever put to vinyl.
Details About the Show
- Date and Time: Saturday, August 19, 2023 at 6:30 pm
- Venue: Credit Union 1 Ampitheatre (19100 Ridgeland Ave, Tinley Park, IL 60477)
- Opening Act: Uncle Kracker
- Ticket Pricing: Starting at $34.50 – Get Tickets Here
- Other Info: There is an eight-ticket limit for this event. This is an outdoor concert.
More About the Bands
Lynyrd Skynyrd is the perfect end to a Saturday night. From tone-deaf album covers to thick southern accents, this band is full of character. The very screech of a bald eagle isn’t as American as Lynyrd Skynyrd’s iconic tunes. This year, the band is also celebrating 50 years of rock and roll excellence, which should make this show particularly memorable.
As for ZZ Top, their fans have been enjoying their rock albums for over 50 years. The beards, hot rods and spinning guitars have practically become part of the music, breaking down language and culture barriers around the world.
Guns N’ Roses at Wrigley Field
Guns N’ Roses is bringing its world tour to Wrigleyville this August, and we can’t wait for the spectacle. To hear one of Slash’s guitar riffs reverberate through the historic ballpark is the very definition of unforgettable. Here’s what you need to know to be there:
Details About the Show
- Date and Time: Friday, September 1, 2023 at 6:00 pm
- Venue: Wrigley Field (1060 W Addison St, Chicago, IL 60613)
- Opening Act: None
- Ticket Pricing: Starting at $49.00 – Get Tickets Here
- Other Info: Platinum seating and VIP packages are also available. There is an eight-ticket limit for this event. This is an outdoor concert.
More About Guns N’ Roses
Along with iconic mascot, Slash, Guns N’ Roses has been rocking out since its formation in 1985. While “Welcome to the Jungle” and “Sweet Child o’ Mine” are essentially their own national anthems, Guns N’ Roses has recorded a whole lot more than that.
Albums responsible for Guns N’ Roses’ explosion of popularity in the ‘80s rock scene are generally considered to be Appetite for Destruction and G N’ R Lies. However, they also completed Chinese Democracy in 2008, so we guess you could call them rolling stones (unfortunately, the Rolling Stones aren’t performing in Chicago anytime soon, as one of their members, Charlie Watts, has recently passed).
Many years have passed since their last album, but they’ve been going on tour for the past decade. Creative tour titles have included Up Close and Personal, Appetite for Democracy, Not in This Lifetime and We’re F’N’ Back! And now their career brings them to Wrigley Field once again. We’ll see you there!
Come visit Wrigley Field to see Guns N’ Roses.
Rob Zombie and Alice Cooper at the Credit Union 1 Amphitheater
In 2022, Rob Zombie tore across the country with his Freaks on Parade tour, during which he partnered with equally prolific freaks, such as Mudwayne and Powerman 5000. Traveling from venue to venue, these bands shocked and wowed audiences without letting up. As Rob Zombie continues his tour in 2023, he invites the eminent Alice Cooper.
If you’re interested in a Grammy-nominated performer’s unforgettable concert, check out Rob Zombie and Alice Cooper at the Credit Union 1 Amphitheater at the end of the summer.
Details About the Show
- Date and Time: Thursday, August 24, 2023 at 5:30 pm
- Venue: Credit Union 1 Ampitheatre (19100 Ridgeland Ave, Tinley Park, IL 60477)
- Opening Acts: Ministry and Filter
- Ticket Pricing: Starting at $25.00 – Get Tickets Here
- Other Info: There is an 8-ticket limit for this event. This is an outdoor concert.
More About the Performers
Since the ‘60s, Alice Cooper has honed his incredible skills not only as a musician who’s released 21 solo albums but as an energetic performer with a penchant for the creepy.
This summer, you can catch Alice Cooper achieving his usual stunts as he performs his biggest hits alongside Rob Zombie, an equally acclaimed musician who’s also succeeded as a film director!
We Hope You Enjoy Rock Concerts in Chicago This Summer!
There are going to be plenty of musical performances all over Chicagoland this year. The rock giants who are playing over the summer are just the tip of the iceberg. From P!nk and Fall Out Boy to Snoop Dogg and Wiz Khalifa, there’ll be plenty for everyone to enjoy.
We hope you can let your love for music get the best of you and purchase those tickets before they sell out. Also, be on the lookout for future concerts produced by STS Concert Sound. You can find all the updates on our upcoming shows here.