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FOGHAT with SPECIAL GUEST PAT TRAVERS BAND

Arcada Theatre 105 E Main St, St. Charles, IL, United States

FOGHAT: Are you ready to take a ‘SLOW RIDE’? Just great Rock ‘n Roll/Boogie & Blues With the band as high energy and intense as ever, Foghat’s audience now consists of fans of all ages. Kids who learned about Foghat from Guitar Hero III, the ‘Dazed & Confused’ generation & the boomers who bought their...

38 SPECIAL with SPECIAL GUEST BILLY AND THE VINTAGE SAINTS

Arcada Theatre 105 E Main St, St. Charles, IL, United States

After more than four decades, 38 SPECIAL continues to bring their signature blast of Southern Rock to over 100 cities a year. Their many Gold and Platinum album awards stand in testament to the endurance of a legendary powerhouse. With sales in excess of 20 million, most associate the band with their arena-rock pop smashes, “Hold...

GEOFF TATE’S OPERATION: MINDCRIME THE FINAL CHAPTER – “MINDCRIME” ALBUM IN IT’S ENTIRETY FOR THE LAST TIME with SPECIAL GUEST TOMAS McCARTHY

Arcada Theatre 105 E Main St, St. Charles, IL, United States

Multi-platinum selling, Grammy nominated singer/songwriter Geoff Tate is best known for his 30-plus years as the creative and driving force behind the progressive metal band Queensryche. Since its inception with Geoff at the helm, Queensryche has sold over 20 million albums worldwide and has performed in upwards of fifty countries. Geoff is regarded as one...

THUNDERSTRUCK – AMERICA’S AC/DC TRIBUTE with SPECIAL GUEST COWBOY ANGELS

Arcada Theatre 105 E Main St, St. Charles, IL, United States

This show is so amazing, we are bringing back BOTH bands back because the crowd left the theatre just shaking their heads!  “THUNDERSTRUCK”, returns for another incredible night of all AC/DC hits including “Highway To Hell”, “Hells Bells”, “You Shook Me All Night Long” and “Back In Black”. Joining them will be SABBATH, the premier Black Sabbath tribute group that brings OZZY and the boys to life with hits like “War Pigs”, ” Paranoid”, “Iron man”, ” Sweat Leaf”, and more on The Des Plaines stage!!

SABBATH: THE RE-CREATION OF BLACK SABBATH with SPECIAL GUEST POWERSLAVE: THE IRON MAIDEN EXPERIENCE

Arcada Theatre 105 E Main St, St. Charles, IL, United States

This show is so amazing, we are bringing back BOTH bands back because the crowd left the theatre just shaking their heads!  “THUNDERSTRUCK”, returns for another incredible night of all AC/DC hits including “Highway To Hell”, “Hells Bells”, “You Shook Me All Night Long” and “Back In Black”. Joining them will be SABBATH, the premier Black Sabbath tribute group that brings OZZY and the boys to life with hits like “War Pigs”, ” Paranoid”, “Iron man”, ” Sweat Leaf”, and more on The Arcada stage!!

YES EPICS & CLASSICS PERFORMED BY JON ANDERSON & THE BAND GEEKS

Arcada Theatre 105 E Main St, St. Charles, IL, United States

Legendary YES vocalist/songwriter Jon Anderson will be touring with The Band Geeks in 2025 for an 18-show tour! The evening will consist of YES epics and classics as well as songs from the band’s debut album “TRUE” which was released in August 2024 to worldwide critical acclaim. The ensemble will be performing classic YES tracks including...

OUR HOUSE: THE MUSIC OF CSNY – “LIVE AT FILLMORE EAST”

Arcada Theatre 105 E Main St, St. Charles, IL, United States

Prepare for an unparalleled musical experience as “OUR HOUSE: The Music of CSNY” assembles to perform the Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young repertoire with an extraordinary ensemble of musical friends. What sets this apart is the stellar, historic lineup, featuring… Steve Postell (guitarist & musical director, David Crosby & The Immediate Family) Chris Pierce (handpicked...

HEART TO HEARTBREAKER: TRIBUTE TO HEART & PAT BENATAR AND FEELS LIKE THE FIRST TIME: TRIBUTE TO FOREIGNER

Arcada Theatre 105 E Main St, St. Charles, IL, United States

Primarily featuring the music of Heart & Pat Benatar, Heart to HeartBreaker captures the sights and sounds of women that changed the Rock & Roll status quo! Hear favorites including ” Barracuda”, “Crazy On You”, “Magic Man”, “Hit Me With Your Best Shot”, ” Hell Is For Children” and so many more! Feels Like The...

ROCK ‘N RAVIOLI: Ocean’s Rat Pack – A Tribute to Dean, Frank and Sammy, Jr!

Arcada Theatre 105 E Main St, St. Charles, IL, United States

Ocean’s Rat Pack is the ultimate tribute group devoted to the music of Dean Martin by Tony Ocean, Frank Sinatra by Bill Serritella and Sammy Davis Jr. performed by Elliot Wimbush. Ocean’s Rat Pack brings the audience back in time when Vegas and Hollywood was king. Delight in their authentic performances that bring to life...

THE MUSIC OF CHICAGO WITH DANNY SERAPHINE (ORIGINAL DRUMMER OF CHICAGO) and TONY GRANT (SINGER OF THE TEMPTATIONS) with SHINING STAR – TRIBUTE TO EARTH, WIND & FIRE

Arcada Theatre 105 E Main St, St. Charles, IL, United States

In the beginning, there was Chicago Transit Authority. Danny Seraphine, along with his bandmates set out to change the face of Rock and Roll by creating a rock band with horns. During his tenure with Chicago, they scored 20 top 10 hits, (5 reaching #1) and 10 Grammy nominations. He is considered the father of...

LAUREL CANYON FOLKIES: THE MUSIC OF JONI MITCHELL, CAROLE KING, JACKSON BROWNE & MORE featuring LAUREN FOX

Arcada Theatre 105 E Main St, St. Charles, IL, United States

A journey through a time and place where music legends would become legendary…From the mid-sixties to the early-seventies, something magical took place in Southern California. It all happened in a bucolic stretch of hills, just above the Sunset Strip, called Laurel Canyon. Jackson Browne, Joni Mitchell, Neil Young, The Byrds, The Mamas & The Papas, The Eagles,...

VOICES OF ROCK RADIO: JOHN ELEFANTE (KANSAS), KEVIN CHALFANT (JOURNEY/STORM), AND FRAN COSMO (BOSTON)

Arcada Theatre 105 E Main St, St. Charles, IL, United States

Comprised of rock n’ roll giants John Elefante (former lead singer of Kansas), Kevin Chalfant (performed as singer with Storm/Journey) and Fran Cosmo (former lead vocalist of Boston), this highly decorated artist collective is loaded with more Grammy Awards, Billboard singles, BMI Songwriting Awards, plus major soundtrack and touring credits than even the most spacious...

JOE COCKER & LEON RUSSELL TRIBUTE with MAD DOGS & ENGLISHMEN

Arcada Theatre 105 E Main St, St. Charles, IL, United States

Joe Cocker was one of the greatest interpreters of songs of his generation of vocalists. Not a single Rock, Blues, Pop, or Soul song was written that he couldn’t make his own. His genre-busting career spanned over five decades from Rock and Soul, to Ballads and Contemporary Classics. This show chronicles Cocker’s breakout performances at Woodstock,...

THE PURPLE XPERIENCE featuring MARSHALL CHARLOFF: PRINCE’S BIRTHDAY PARTY

Arcada Theatre 105 E Main St, St. Charles, IL, United States

Always a crowd favorite and Marshall Charloff leaves no one disappointed! This will be a very SPECIAL show on what would have been Prince’s 67th birthday! The resemblance between Charloff and Prince is striking. Both in looks and musical prowess. The high notes. The guitar chops. The moves. It’s all there in full supply. And...

MARK FARNER’S AMERICAN BAND // JEFF “SKUNK” BAXTER

Arcada Theatre 105 E Main St, St. Charles, IL, United States

Mark Farner is the reason. As one of the founding members, lead singer, lead guitarist, and wrote more than 90% of the Grand Funk music catalog, Farner has always been known as the energetic driving force on stage, the engine that pulled the original Grand Funk Railroad to the top of the charts. From his...

TOAST – THE ULTIMATE BREAD EXPERIENCE

Arcada Theatre 105 E Main St, St. Charles, IL, United States

TOAST is the No. 1 Tribute in the world to the 70’s hit band, BREAD! With a surprising fidelity rarely heard from a live tribute band, their sound is often described as “spot on” to the original recordings. Audiences everywhere rave about closely their live performances sound like the cherished records they listened to back...

ROLL ON – THE ALABAMA TRIBUTE

Arcada Theatre 105 E Main St, St. Charles, IL, United States

Roll On, considered the top Alabama Tribute in the US, wants YOU to experience the legendary music of Alabama live! They love sharing their timeless music with old and new fans. Roll On recreates Alabama’s tight harmonies, infectious energy, and excellent musicianship. Roll On brings the energetic combination of traditional country, with a little rock and...

WINGER WITH SPECIAL GUEST CLOSE ENEMIES featuring TOM HAMILTON OF AEROSMITH

Arcada Theatre 105 E Main St, St. Charles, IL, United States

Kip Winger and the boys are “Rockin’ Regulars” at The Arcada! The show is just so good! The band’s top singles including “Seventeen”, “Headed For A Heartbreak” and “Miles Away” are just three of the Metal rock tunes that make it a night when everybody stands the entire show! In 2023, Winger celebrated their 35th Anniversary – come celebrate 35 of Winger with us!!! Midwest rockers, HOODLUM JOHNNY, will be opening for Winger!

FREE FALLIN – TRIBUTE TO TOM PETTY and OUR HOUSE – TRIBUTE TO CSNY

Arcada Theatre 105 E Main St, St. Charles, IL, United States

Free Fallin has been performing Tom’s music internationally for more than 16 years, evolving into a complete and spectacular live music production. This band, with its highly skilled members, delivers a professional and entertaining experience for any Tom Petty fan. Their show, featuring all of Tom’s hits, includes instruments, and costumes that re-create the authentic...

LOVERBOY

Arcada Theatre 105 E Main St, St. Charles, IL, United States

Mike Reno and the other “Loverboys” return to The Arcada bringing back one of the most fun shows of the year!  “Working for the Weekend”, “Lovin’ Every Minute Of It” and “Lucky Ones” are just a few of the hits LOVERBOY will rock that night! Buy Now

VIP Q&A PACKAGE – WELCOME BACK MY FRIENDS: AN EVENING WITH EMERSON LAKE & PALMER

Arcada Theatre 105 E Main St, St. Charles, IL, United States

THIS IS AN ADD-ON PACKAGE.  YOU MUST PURCHASE TICKETS TO THE SHOW SEPARATELY! A VIP Q&A with CARL PALMER and Paul Bielatowicz & Simon Fitzpatrick Just a $50.00 add-on to your concert ticket! *Sorry, Carl will not be able to sign any autographs at this event.* VIP Ticket Holders receive: •Q&A WITH CARL & HIS BAND •...

WELCOME BACK MY FRIENDS: AN EVENING WITH EMERSON LAKE & PALMER

Arcada Theatre 105 E Main St, St. Charles, IL, United States

Created by Carl Palmer and his management, the show will be presented with the full cooperation of the Estates of Keith Emerson and Greg Lake. THIS IS NOT A TRIBUTE ACT- THIS IS THE REAL THING.  Through modern technology they will reunite the band: Carl with his two bandmates, playing together along with Keith Emerson &...

GINO VANNELLI

Arcada Theatre 105 E Main St, St. Charles, IL, United States

Gino Vannelli is a Canadian rock singer and songwriter who’s best known for his singles “I Just Wanna Stop” and “Living Inside Myself”. Since his debut release of Crazy Life, in 1973, Gino Vannelli has remained one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary music. Vannelli’s evolving music has kept his fan base growing for...

THE VAMPIRE CIRCUS: TIM BURTON meets CIRQUE DU SOLEIL

Arcada Theatre 105 E Main St, St. Charles, IL, United States

Heralded as a mix of circus cabaret and theatre, The Vampire Circus is a mysterious, tantalizing, fun, dark, cutting-edge production guaranteed to amaze the senses. The Vampire Circus has been called a mix of circus cabaret and theater and is the result of a fusion of Tim Burton and Cirque Du Soleil. Enjoy a phenomenal...

DON MCLEAN – A NIGHT OF HITS AND STORIES: STARRY, STARRY NIGHT TOUR

Arcada Theatre 105 E Main St, St. Charles, IL, United States

Don McClean is an American singer-songwriter and guitarist. He is best known for his 1971 hit song “American Pie”.  McLean’s song “And I Love You So” has been recorded by Elvis Presley, Perry Como, Helen Reddy, Glen Campbell, and others. In 2000, Madonna had a hit with a rendition of “American Pie”. In 2004, McLean...

MUSICAL BOX: GENESIS LIVE – THE ORIGINAL 1972/73 TOUR

Arcada Theatre 105 E Main St, St. Charles, IL, United States

The Musical Box is proud to announce that it will be bringing its world-renowned Selling England By The Pound 50th Anniversary Tour to the Arcada Theatre! The Musical Box, the only group in the world granted a licence from Peter Gabriel and Genesis, will “take a little trip back” to the imaginative world of early Genesis as they recreate the legendary concerts of 1973-74 with acute attention to detail complete with sets, costume, lighting, staging and period instruments. “Firth of Fifth”, “Dancing with the Moonlit Knight”, “The Cinema Show”, “The Battle of Epping Forest,” and so many more!