This Week in West Loop: Three Nights at the United Center

Your week-ahead guide to the West Loop — five picks worth planning around.

By Raj Singh · Published October 25, 2026.

SUNDAY

Omar @ Lyric Opera House

MacArthur "Genius Grant" recipient Rhiannon Giddens and co-composer Michael Abels bring Omar to the Lyric Opera House, a moving work inspired by the memoir of 19th-century Islamic scholar Omar ibn Said.

TUESDAY

Chicago Blackhawks vs. Los Angeles Kings @ United Center

The Blackhawks host the Los Angeles Kings at the United Center.

WEDNESDAY

HACK JOB, A Comedy Show @ Blind Barber

HACK JOB, a biweekly showcase of Chicago comedians, sets up at Blind Barber in Fulton Market with doors at 6 and the show at 7; tickets are $10.

Chicago Bulls vs. New York Knicks @ United Center

The same night, the Bulls host the New York Knicks at the United Center.

SATURDAY

Rod Wave: Don't Look Down Tour @ United Center

Rod Wave brings the Don't Look Down Tour to the United Center.

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