The Vic Theatre

Category: Event venue in Chicago, Illinois

Address: 3145 N Sheffield Ave, Chicago, IL 60657, USA

Phone: +17734720449

Reviews

Kristina Jambrone

Sep 25, 2022

Great sound quality and its fantastic having a waitress come on the floor by the stage to take drink orders, that way you dont lose your spot up front. Only downside really is the restroom being down a couple flights of stairs

Tanya Bhatia

Sep 22, 2022

The acoustics kind of suck but it's clean

Kristen Sohacki

Sep 17, 2022

Went to see Spiritualized last night. Great show. I have been going to see shows there since the late 80’s. Jam is taking good care of the theater. The sound was amazing. The facilities clean. We needed some ADA accommodations because my friend just had surgery. The staff were so nice. The girl who brought us to our seats came back and checked on us. It was a great experience just like back in the day. I prefer to give what little entertainment dollars I have these days to a place like the Vic.

Lina Britto

Sep 17, 2022

Rude staff, they treat you like cattle. Really disrespectful!

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Questions & Answers

How's the parking

ellen johnson | Sep 29, 2018
Theresa Kettner (Lazermaker) | Sep 29, 2018

Use SpotHero app. There are some sneaky spots under tracks

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Can you get a cab from venue when concert is over?

Laurie Chavez | Sep 29, 2018
Diana Bedar | Sep 29, 2018

Yes. Easily

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I’m under age and would like to attend to a theater concert could I bring someone 18 and up?

Amorr | Nov 2, 2021
Nancy Swimm (marocker60) | Nov 2, 2021

It depends on the show. Check the website.

What is the purse or bag policy?

Nikita Poulsen | Sep 28, 2021
Chris Cunningham | Sep 28, 2021

Depends on the show. Different artists require different security checks.

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Do any of the CTA lines of anywhere near this facility?

Jon G | Sep 28, 2021
Justin Kukuruzovic | Sep 28, 2021

Yes, the Belmont Red Line stop is about a 3 minute walk. :)

Does anybody know if they allow DSLR professional cameras such as Nikon or canon inside?

Joshua Hernandez | Sep 29, 2019
kristina white | Sep 29, 2019

Not allowed

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Hey I have a concert here tomorrow for Dua Lipa but it doesn't start till 10pm? What time should I get there so I can be close to the stage?

Jennifer Rodriguez | Sep 29, 2019
Tiffany Howard | Sep 29, 2018

Depends on what time they allow people to line up. I would call them and ask then get there 30 minutes to an hour earlier than that time.

What time are shows usually over?

Karlton Watkins | Sep 29, 2019
Gary Vandenbroucke | Sep 29, 2019

Have you been to a show before? Figure 2 hours after the headliner.

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If I use spothero, can we get to our parking spot early?

Michael Kulow | Sep 29, 2019
Riley Moss | Sep 29, 2019

You can only be in your SpotHero during the times you reserve it for

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Is there any storage locker?

MORIAH TANG | Sep 29, 2019
Jon Lejcar | Sep 29, 2019

No, only if you have concealed carry and are an off duty police officer. They have maximum bag sizes too. Like 2x2ft. No outside food or drinks. No weapons. No drugs.

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Chicago is very far from here ??? (I.e.

Jujuba | Sep 29, 2019
Ben Franke | Sep 29, 2019

I'm not sure what you are asking but if ur asking if it is far from Chicago it is on the north west side of the city

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What's the security like? I'm going to the upcoming rap concert of Famous Dex on 4/20/19. And I don't want to look shady to any of the security guards there that can ruin my night.

Oscar Camacho | Sep 29, 2019
Rich R | Sep 27, 2022

I can tell you that they nearly strip search you outside, and they threw away my medication pills because they "don't know what it is". Absolutely hilarious, so be sure to bring nothing at all. Oh, except for all the marijuana scent in the air during the concert which they clearly failed to have people throw away during their TSA search.

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Does anyone know where an accurate seating chart may be? I got tickets and they are in GA and it say General Admission, where is that exactly?

Jenny Fonseca | Sep 29, 2019
Andrew Wikel | Sep 29, 2019

General Admission is typically the entire theater unless the show has something else specified.

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Who is on stage tonight?

jim woolf | Sep 29, 2019
Tiger Dog 91 | Sep 29, 2019

I wish i was....

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Do they have a coat check?

robert schutt III | Sep 29, 2019
Michael Newkirk | Sep 29, 2019

Yes

Does security use metal detectors?

Bracken Heiges | Sep 29, 2019
Arely V | Sep 29, 2019

They use the wand to detect metals

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Is there any way I could go to the MØ if I’m not 18 yet?

Francis Ferreira | Sep 29, 2019
William Fields | Sep 29, 2019

U just cant drink liquor, and they check bags, no outside food either. If no concert and u wanna just watch movies, u good!

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Is there pay for parking?

CozYxBoyZ Gaming | Sep 29, 2018
Zach Taylor | Sep 29, 2018

Theres a garage across the street, but it tends to fill up early.

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Is the vic a standing room only venue?

elise adams | Sep 29, 2018
L Davis (PinkDiva1908) | Sep 29, 2018

Sometimes it is per the request of the artist who is performing.

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Is there any decent hotels near?

Pattijo Romero | Sep 29, 2018
Abby Gray | Sep 29, 2018

I stayed at the Inn at Lincoln Park when I was there recently. It's a 17 minute walk from the theater, and while it's an older building, it's clean, and quiet, and there is shopping and restaurants around its neighborhood.

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I wanted to go to the Steve Lacy concert but its 18+ and im underage, could i get in if i go with someone 18+?

ray gomez | Aug 29, 2022
Mike B | Aug 29, 2022

You can go with your guardian. If you are 17 and have an 18 year old friend you will not get in.

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Do you need a neg. covid test or vox to attend the Circle Jerks show in march?

A Google User | Nov 2, 2021
Chris Cunningham | Nov 2, 2021

March is a while away. No telling what mandates we will/won't have by then.

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Is parking difficult to find near the Vic

Sandra Danciu | Sep 28, 2021
Mike Tetzlaff | Sep 28, 2021

Street parking only, expect to search and walk.

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How is parking and seating for the disabled?

Jacqueline Prince | Sep 28, 2021
Nancy Swimm (marocker60) | Sep 28, 2021

Most events at the Vic are standing only on the main floor and seats in the balcony. If they can climb stairs and come early, they may get a seat. The neighborhood is meter or Permit parking for residents. Book a parking spot which you can cancel if you luck out on the street. Also there is a Red Line train stop less than a block. See you at the show!

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How big of a purse is allowed?

Blood Grass | Sep 29, 2019
John ONeill | Sep 29, 2019

No bags allowed, at least at the show we attended

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How does the parking garage work? Pay as you enter?

yarazet b | Sep 29, 2019
Jason Pineiro | Sep 29, 2019

The parking garage is validation parking you enter get your parking ticket then validate when u leave in parking garage lobby

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Can you buy tickets for concert thru the box office

Sheri Flores | Sep 29, 2019
Rebecca krynski | Sep 29, 2019

Yes

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Are there seats for general admission tickets or is it just standing?

David Nutt | Sep 29, 2019
Konrad AmunRa | Sep 29, 2019

They have standing room and seats for GA, I usually go up to sit down no one ever asked me what type of tickets i bought.

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When does will call open to pick up tickets for Ariana Grande Aug 22?

Ralph H | Sep 29, 2018
Tiffany Howard | Sep 29, 2018

Go to their website!!

Is ariana grande actually coming to chicago illinois on wednesday 22

Esmeralda Salgado | Sep 29, 2018
John Oliver | Sep 29, 2018

She is scheduled to appear at the Vic theater on that date. However, that show is sold out. If another show is added, I will update this post.

What's the capacity?

Noah Damery | Sep 29, 2018
Michael Beatrice | Sep 29, 2018

Agree with the other answers. Between 1000 and 1400 depending on the configuration. Great place for concerts.

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Could i bring an empty water bottle in and fill it up inside?

Eric Stewart | Sep 29, 2018
William Bosch | Sep 29, 2018

You cant bring in drinks, food or, cameras with changeable lenses (DSLR). Only seating is in balcony.

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Who owns the Vic Theatre?

Darcy Wingler | Sep 29, 2018
Nathan Smo | Sep 29, 2018

Jam productions

does the place remain open after the show is over? would like to go saturday night to see mavis staples, but a previous engagement makes it impossible to get there until after midnight. does the bar remain open? til?

George Stanley | Sep 29, 2018
Michael Grimaldi | Sep 29, 2018

Lots of taverns within walking distance that should be most accommodating with probably better selections, too.

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Is this venue rented out for private use?

Sharon Patterson | Sep 29, 2018
David Micek | Sep 29, 2018

how much money you got?

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Can you buy drinks in there? Or food? Toward:Felipe esparza show !???

John Doe | Sep 29, 2018
Kathy Walczak | Sep 29, 2018

I easily found a parking on the street for just $2.00 on the Par Chicago app. After 10 pm the street parking was free.

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Are seats assigned when buying tickets?

Paty C | Sep 29, 2018
Stephen Weinberg | Sep 29, 2018

It depends on the show. I have been to both ga and assigned events.

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How much is this venue to rent for 4 hours?

Sharon Patterson | Sep 29, 2018
Katrina Gen21 | Sep 29, 2018

I don't think that information is available to the general public unless you call the theater directly. If they had the information available it would be on their website, but it is not. Call the Vic.

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Is there a dress code?

Jennifer Durham | Sep 29, 2017
Carrie Meitzler | Sep 29, 2017

No not at all!

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