The Empty Bottle
Chicago, IL · 1035 N Western Ave
A beloved Chicago institution since 1992. The Empty Bottle has hosted everyone from Wilco to Arcade Fire in its early days. A cornerstone of the city's indie and experimental scene.
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Here’s this venue’s current availability for the next six months. Open dates can still take bookings, partially filled dates still have room on the bill, and full dates are capped.
June 2026
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Wednesday, June 3
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