This Week in West Loop: Olivia Rodrigo to Smashing Pumpkins

Your week-ahead guide to West Loop — 4 picks worth planning around, with the United Center and the Lyric both working overtime.

By Raj Singh · Published October 11, 2026.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11

Olivia Rodrigo: The Unraveled Tour @ United Center

Olivia Rodrigo brings The Unraveled Tour to the United Center for two nights, October 11 and 12, with special guest Wolf Alice. Night one starts at 7 p.m.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13

Chicago Blackhawks vs. Pittsburgh Penguins @ United Center

The Blackhawks host the Pittsburgh Penguins at the United Center, with the puck dropping at 7 p.m.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13

Don Giovanni @ Lyric Opera House

Lyric Opera's 2026/27 season opens with Don Giovanni, a fable of deceit and retribution about a charismatic lord whose appetites bring a spectacular downfall. Curtain is at 7 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14

Smashing Pumpkins: The Rats In A Cage Tour @ United Center

The Smashing Pumpkins return to the United Center on Wednesday for The Rats In A Cage Tour, an 8 p.m. show.

Find the full slate: more West Loop events.