What's On at Metro, Chicago
Explore 101 concerts at Metro in Chicago, United States.
About Metro
Metro is a live music venue in Chicago. Gigvault tracks every show that has happened here — setlists, attended bands and the fans who were there. Browse the venue's full concert history, see who recently played and find friends who were at the same show.
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Metro on record
Gigvault documents 101 concerts at Metro, spanning 1987 to 2026. The busiest year on record is 2026, with 36 shows. 85 different acts have played here, and Jeff Rosenstock has come back most often (9 times).
Metro — Venue information
Step onto the sticky floors of Metro Chicago, and you're stepping into a rock and roll time capsule, yet one that constantly reinvents itself. The air crackles with the ghosts of legends and the anticipation of tomorrow's headliners, a visceral energy amplified by the venue's perfect sightlines and thundering sound system. From indie darlings to punk stalwarts and electronic trailblazers, Metro's stage has hosted the sonic tapestry of alternative music for decades, forging unforgettable nights where the crowd becomes as much a part of the show as the band. It's more than just a venue; it's a pillar of Chicago's music identity, a hallowed ground where countless local acts found their footing and global stars solidified their legend, all under the glow of that iconic marquee.
Recent bands at Metro
- Adult.
- Protomartyr
- The Afghan Whigs
- Six60
- Sleep
- Whitney
- Rocket From the Crypt
- Medium Build
Other venues in Chicago
- Reggies Music Joint
- Garcia's Chicago
- Thalia Hall
- House of Blues Chicago
- Kingston Mines - Chicago Blues Center
- Cubby Bear
- Reggies Rock Club
- Symphony Center-IL
Concerts at Metro
- Whitney · 2026-10-22
- Rocket From the Crypt · 2026-10-17
- Pinhead Gunpowder · 2026-10-08
- Medium Build · 2026-10-16
- INOHA · 2026-10-12
- Book of Love · 2026-10-10
- Alkaline Trio · 2026-09-19
Concerts at Metro by month
When Metro was busiest, and who was on stage.
- September 2026 — 2 concerts: Alkaline Trio, Violet Grohl
- August 2026 — 2 concerts: Nitzer Ebb, Eagles of Death Metal
- July 2026 — 14 concerts: Renee Christine, Paris Paloma, Jeff Rosenstock, AJJ, Beach Bunny, Chance the Rapper
- June 2026 — 4 concerts: Jane Remover, Pain of Truth, Kevin Morby
- May 2026 — 5 concerts: Mercury Rev, The Afghan Whigs, Freak Slug, The New Pornographers, The Lemon Twigs
- March 2026 — 2 concerts: Geordie Greep, The Effigies
- November 2025 — 6 concerts: Ax and the Hatchetmen, Minus the Bear, Into It. Over It., Pixel Grip, Khruangbin, Michigander
- October 2025 — 4 concerts: Arcy Drive, Jensen McRae, Boys Go to Jupiter, Jukebox the Ghost
- September 2025 — 4 concerts: Nitzer Ebb, The Brian Jonestown Massacre, Alkaline Trio, Screeching Weasel
- July 2025 — 2 concerts: Bleachers, Luke Combs
- June 2025 — 2 concerts: Bo Staloch, Dope Lemon
- May 2025 — 3 concerts: Los Campesinos!, Röyksopp, Superheaven
- March 2025 — 2 concerts: Marc Scibilia, Kælan Mikla
- November 2024 — 2 concerts: Chevy Metal, KMFDM
- October 2024 — 2 concerts: KMFDM, Friday Pilots Club
- September 2024 — 2 concerts: The Cassandra Complex, Ted Leo and the Pharmacists
- March 2024 — 2 concerts: KMFDM, Twin Temple
- October 2023 — 2 concerts: Tobi Lou, Matt and Kim
Concerts at Metro with setlists
The most recent shows here for which Gigvault holds a full song list.
- Alkaline Trio — 2026-09-19, 20 songs played
- Violet Grohl — 2026-09-17, 9 songs played
- Nitzer Ebb — 2026-08-22, 18 songs played
- Eagles of Death Metal — 2026-08-21, 18 songs played
- Renee Christine — 2026-07-28, 6 songs played
- Paris Paloma — 2026-07-28, 13 songs played
- Jeff Rosenstock — 2026-07-25, 36 songs played
- Jeff Rosenstock — 2026-07-24, 33 songs played
- Jeff Rosenstock — 2026-07-23, 29 songs played
- AJJ — 2026-07-23, 14 songs played
Track your Metro shows
- Search for Metro on Gigvault.
- Mark every show you've attended at this venue.
- Save setlists, upload photos and tag friends.
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Frequently asked questions
What concerts are coming up at Metro?
All upcoming shows at Metro in Chicago, United States are listed live at the top of this page – including tour dates, headliners and support acts.
Who has played at Metro?
The full concert history of Metro – from setlists to past headliners – is in the "Past Shows" section. Setlists are pulled automatically from setlist.fm and the Gigvault community.
How do I track which shows I've been to at Metro?
Create a free Gigvault account and mark shows at Metro as attended. Your venue history flows into your Concert Wrapped and stats automatically.
Where do I find the setlist of my show at Metro?
Open the past show in question – you'll see the full setlist, the date and other fans who were at the same concert at Metro.
Is Gigvault free for Metro?
Yes. Tracking shows, saving setlists and building your Metro concert history is 100% free – no subscription, no ads.