August 16 – PIT BULL: THE MAD MAN TOUR
Armando Christian Perez - globally known as Pitbull - is everywhere. From landing # 1 hits in over 15 countries, 8 billion YouTube/VEVO views, 70 million single sales, and 6 million album sales, Pitbull does not stop. His relentless work ethic transformed him into a Grammy-winning international superstar, visionary entrepreneur, fashion maven, and successful actor. And now, this global superstar will be here in Chicago for one night with Latin megastar, singer-songwriter, Prince Royce and special guest, Farruko.

August 28, 2024 – BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN AND THE E STREET BAND: THE RIVER TOUR
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band bring The River Tour are back to the U.S. and are ready to rock with Chicago for one night only! Since launching The River Tour in January, Springsteen and the E Street Band have gone “legions above and beyond the normal concert experience,” according to The Boston Globe, with Herculean sets lasting well past three hours. Pretty sure you’ll be ‘dancing in the dark’ by the end of this concert!

September 7 – 11, 2016 – DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS DARE TO DREAM
Join Mickey and Minnie Mouse as they share the heroic stories of four of your favorite Disney Princesses. Laugh along with Disney’s hair-raising escapade, Tangled, as Rapunzel, Flynn and Maximus embark on an uproarious expedition that soars to new heights! Travel to the enchanted forest with Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs as she escapes from the Evil Queen. Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo! Watch as Cinderella’s dreams come true with a little help from her animal friends and the Fairy Godmother. Boogie to the beat of the bayou with Princess Tiana and Prince Naveen from Disney’s The Princess and the Frog, in a magical, musical journey. Make memories your whole family will treasure for a lifetime, while dancing and singing along, as the Disney Princesses inspire you to Dream Big!.

As ‘The Boss’ proclaims, everybody’s got a hungry heart. Stop on my Billy Goat Tavern on Madison after the show!

Gilda Radner passed away in 1989 at age 42 from cancer. We remember her each year and ask you to help support Gilda’s Club in Chicago.

Gilda’s Club Chicago offers FREE programs for men, women, children, and their families and friends whose lives have been impacted by any kind of cancer. http://www.gildasclubchicago.org/

Catch all the NFL draft action at the Billy Goat Tavern in “Draft Town”.

We’re serving Chicago’s favorite meals from our World Famous menu:

• Single Cheezborger
• Double Cheezborger
• Rib Eye Steak Sandwich
• Polish Sausage

Location:

Grant Park & Congress Plaza

Hours of Operation:

Thursday, April 28: 12PM - 10PM
Friday, April 29: 12PM - 10PM
Saturday, April 30: 10AM - 6PM

http://s.nflcdn.com/static/content/public/static/img/draft/draft-town/2016-Draft-Town-Map.pdf

Chicago’s theater district is just blocks away from Bill Goat Tavern’s on Lake Street. Sounds like the perfect pairing of dinner & a show to us!

“Chicago” at Cadillac Palace Theatre: May 10-15, 2016

Murder. Greed. Corruption. Violence. Exploitation. Adultery. Treachery. Set amidst the razzle-dazzle decadence of the 1920s, CHICAGO is the story of Roxie Hart, a housewife and nightclub dancer who maliciously murders her on-the-side lover after he threatens to walk out on her. With a legendary book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse, music by John Kander and lyrics by Fred Ebb, CHICAGO is now the #1 longest-running American musical in Broadway history!

“Disenchanted!” at the Broadway Playhouse: May 10 – June 5, 2025

Poisoned apples. Glass slippers. Who needs ’em?! Not Snow White and her posse of disenchanted princesses in the hilarious hit musical that’s anything but Grimm. Forget the princesses you think you know – the original storybook heroines have come back to life to set the record straight. After multiple sold-out runs nationwide, these royal renegades tossed off their tiaras to bring their hilariously subversive, not-for-the-kiddies musical to you – and what you thought about princesses will never be the same! For ages 14 and up.

“Disney’s Beauty & The Beast” at Cadillac Palace Theatre: May 24-29, 2016

Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, this eye-popping spectacle has won the hearts of over 35 million people worldwide. This classic musical love story is filled with unforgettable characters, lavish sets and costumes, and dazzling production numbers including “Be Our Guest” and the beloved title song.

The entertainment doesn’t need to stop there. Afterwards, join us for Cheeseburgers, Chips, and a Coke. No need for a reservation – at Billy Goat Tavern, you can Butt in Anytime.

Chicago Theatre offers variety of Duos, Comedians, and Bands this April. There’s something for everyone!

Two Cellos: April 2 & 3, 2016

Propelled into international fame in 2011 after their version of Michael Jackson’s “Smooth Criminal” went viral, 2CELLOS (Luka Sulic and Stjepan Hauser) continue to wow their fans with dynamic music videos and covers of today’s most classic and popular songs (including their Baroque inspired, yet high octane head-banging video of AC/DC’s “Thunderstruck”). This duo have returned to their rock roots with their new album Celloverse, and they have no limits when it comes to performing (and rock out!).

Wanda Sykes: April 6, 2025

You’re in for a good laugh (or two, or three) with “one of the funniest stand-up comics” – Wanda Sykes! From “The Chris Rock Show” and “Curb Your Enthusiasm” to “The Wanda Sykes Show” and “Wanda at Large,” it’s no wonder why she has been ranked as one of Entertainment Weekly’s 25 Funniest People in America!

The Avett Brothers: April 21-23, 2016

There’s something powerful in the air, and it’s the Avett Brothers —Seth Avett, Scott Avett, Bob Crawford, and Joe Kwon. They have performed on The Tonight Show With Jay Leno and The Late Show with David Letterman as well as joining legendary Soundgarden singer Chris Cornell for a rapturous Pearl Jam tribute on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon. A string of sold out shows followed as the boys continued to dream up their next step. Much like their own music, it promises to continue tradition, while making a decidedly personal statement. If you keep your eyes, mind, and heart open, you’ll undoubtedly feel it.

For more info, visit www.thechicagotheatre.com.

After visiting the iconic Chicago Theater, another World-Famous destination is just around the corner at Billy Goat Tavern, where you can Butt in Anytime.

Stop in for St. Pat’s Day. I’ll play some BaaaBaaa O’Riley!

Erin Goat Bragh!

Chicago Theatre has the hottest tickets in town with fast-selling upcoming performances. What goes great with hot tickets? Yep, a hot cheezborger with chips and a Coke. Sounds like a perfect plan to us!

A Night with Janis Joplin: March 6, 2025
“A Night with Janis Joplin” is a musical journey celebrating Janis and her biggest musical influences – trailblazers like Aretha Franklin, Etta James, Odetta, Nina Simone and Bessie Smith, who inspired one of Rock ’n’ Roll’s greatest legends. Like a comet that burns far too brightly to last, Janis Joplin exploded onto the music scene in 1967 and, almost overnight, became the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Audiences will enjoy Joplin’s favorites (featuring Mary Bridget Davies in the starring role), including “Summertime,” “Piece of My Heart,” “Cry Baby,” and “Me and Bobby McGee,” among others.
Trevor Noah: March 26, 2025 – additional show added by popular demand!
Trevor Noah is known as the most successful comedian in Africa and currently hosts the Emmy and Peabody Award-winning program The Daily Show on Comedy Central. He made his U.S. television debut in 2012 on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and also appeared on the Late Show with David Letterman, becoming the first South African stand-up comedian to appear on either late night show.
Check him out! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rFNYDKS7uFo

For more info, visit www.thechicagotheatre.com.

After visiting the iconic Chicago Theater, another World-Famous destination is just around the corner at Billy Goat Tavern, where you can Butt in Anytime. Learn more about Billy Goat Lake St on our website: http://thebillygoattavern.com/locations/lake-st/

We know goats have tremendous appetites. But over the years, Billy Goat Tavern owner Sam Sianis has shown his appetite takes the cake. The only question we have for Sam is, “How do you stay so thin?”

Chairborger! Chairborger! Chairborger!

A young Sam Sianis showing off his sweet tooth-er, teeth

The world famous chompers today.

Whether you are a longtime Chicagoan or visiting for the holidays, the windy city sets the stage for several landmark locations and unforgettable productions that you’ll want to put on your wishlist to Santa.

The best part? Chicago’s theater district is just blocks away from Bill Goat Tavern’s on Lake Street. Sounds like the perfect pairing of dinner & a show to us!

The Goodman Theater’s “A Christmas Carol”: Now thru December 27, 2024
To most theater-goers, it’s just not Christmas without seeing A Christmas Carol at the Goodman Theater. Since its debut in 1978, millions of Chicagoans - adults and children alike - have been thrilled by this timeless tale of Scrooge and his voyage into Christmas past, present, and future.
http://goodmantheater.org/
The Goodman Theater’s “Twist Your Dickens”: Now thru December 27, 2024
Goodman Theatre and The Second City team up to present a hilarious send-up of the Dickens holiday classic A Christmas Carol. Written by former The Colbert Report writers Peter Gwinn and Bobby Mort and featuring nods to beloved yuletide specials, Twist Your Dickens makes for a heaping host of holiday hilarity. Word of advice: leave the kids at home for this one!
http://goodmantheater.org/

“Beautiful – The Carole King Musical” at Ford Oriental Theatre: Now thru Feb 21, 2025
BEAUTIFUL tells the inspiring Tony® and Grammy® Award-winning story of King’s remarkable rise to stardom, from being part of a hit songwriting team with her husband Gerry Goffin, to her relationship with fellow writers and best friends Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann, to becoming one of the most successful solo acts in popular music history. Along the way, she made more than beautiful music, she wrote the soundtrack to a generation.

John Oliver at The Chicago Theatre: December 30 & 31, 2015
Emmy and Writers Guild Award-winning writer John Oliver returns to stand-up comedy for two nights only at The Chicago Theatre. Not only was Oliver a correspondent and guest host on the multi-award winning The Daily Show with John Stewart, but he has appeared as a regular guest on the sitcom Community, as the voice of Vanity Smurf in The Smurfs movie and its sequel The Smurfs 2, and recently appeared on The Simpsons as Marge and Homer’s next-door neighbor, Booth Wilkes-John.

Afterwards, join us for Cheeseburgers, Chips, and a Coke. Forget about making dinner reservations – at Billy Goat Tavern, you can Butt in Anytime.

Check out Bill featured in the City of Chicago’s new ad campaign!