Petrillo Music Shell, Chicago

Name: Petrillo Music Shell
Address: Chicago, United States
Telephone: +1 312-742-4763

#94 among attractions in Chicago

Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue, Concerts and shows

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Facts and practical information

The Petrillo Music Shell is an outdoor amphitheater in Grant Park in the Loop community area of Chicago in Cook County, Illinois, United States. It serves as host to many large annual music festivals in the city such as Chicago Blues Festival, Chicago Jazz Festival, Taste of Chicago and Lollapalooza. ()

Opened: 24 August 1931 (92 years ago)Coordinates: 41°52'44"N, 87°37'12"W

Address

Downtown (The Loop)Chicago United States

Contact

+1 312-742-4763

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Day trips

Petrillo Music Shell – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Art Institute of Chicago, Grant Park, Millennium Park, Buckingham Fountain.

~1050 ftW
Renowned art museum with global works
Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago
6 min walk • The Art Institute of Chicago, nestled in the heart of Chicago's Grant Park, stands as a beacon for art lovers and cultural enthusiasts alike. This premier museum, renowned for its extensive collections, spans across various epochs and regions of the world, offering an...
~1230 ftS
Home to numerous Downtown attractions
Grant Park, Chicago
6 min walk • Grant Park, often referred to as "Chicago's front yard," is a lush urban oasis nestled in the heart of the city's bustling downtown. Spread across 319 acres, it is a verdant retreat that offers locals and tourists alike a respite from the concrete jungle.
~1350 ftNW
Green space with art, theater and ice rink
Millennium Park, Chicago
7 min walk • Millennium Park is a renowned urban oasis nestled in the heart of Chicago, United States. Spanning 24.5 acres, this park is a centerpiece of contemporary design, art, and architecture. Opened in 2004, it is situated over a railway and parking lot, making it an...
~1140 ftS
Elaborate rococo landmark from 1927
Buckingham Fountain, Chicago
6 min walk • Buckingham Fountain, a majestic Chicago landmark, is a beacon of grandeur amidst the city's bustling urban landscape. Situated in Grant Park, this fountain is one of the largest in the world and serves as a focal point for both residents and visitors alike.
~1390 ftNW
Large LED sculpture with reflecting pool
Crown Fountain, Chicago
7 min walk • Crown Fountain is an iconic feature of Chicago's Millennium Park, renowned for its unique blend of interactive art and urban landscape design. Unlike traditional statues, this modern piece consists of two 50-foot glass block towers at opposite ends of a shallow...
~1040 ftNW
Park, Garden
Lurie Garden, Chicago
6 min walk • Tucked away in the bustling heart of downtown Chicago, Lurie Garden emerges as a tranquil oasis amid the city’s towering skyscrapers. This beautifully crafted park, a 5-acre botanical haven situated at the southeastern end of Millennium Park, offers city dwellers...
~1390 ftN
Winding footbridge by architect Gehry
BP Pedestrian Bridge, Chicago
7 min walk • Spanning the busy Columbus Drive in the heart of Chicago, the BP Pedestrian Bridge is not only a practical pathway for pedestrians but also a work of art that enhances the city’s architectural landscape. Designed by the renowned architect Frank Gehry, the bridge was...
~1730 ftNW
Sport venue, Sport, Ice rink
McCormick Tribune Plaza & Ice Rink, Chicago
9 min walk • McCormick Tribune Plaza & Ice Rink or McCormick Tribune Plaza is a multi-purpose venue within Millennium Park in the Loop community area of Chicago, Illinois, in the United States. On December 20, 2001, it became the first attraction in Millennium Park to open. The $3.2 million...
~660 ftNW
Monuments and statues, Art museum, Museum
Art Institute of Chicago Building, Chicago
4 min walk • The Art Institute of Chicago Building houses the Art Institute of Chicago, and is part of the Chicago Landmark Historic Michigan Boulevard District in the Loop community area of Chicago, Illinois. The building is located in Grant Park on the east side of Michigan Avenue, and marks the third address for the Art Institute.
~1560 ftN
Park
Maggie Daley Park, Chicago
8 min walk • Maggie Daley Park is a 20-acre public park in the Loop community area of Chicago operated by the Chicago Park District. It is near the Lake Michigan shoreline in northeastern Grant Park where Daley Bicentennial Plaza previously stood.
~1370 ftSW
Monuments and statues
The Bowman and The Spearman, Chicago
7 min walk • The Bowman and The Spearman, also known collectively as Equestrian Indians, or simply Indians, are two bronze equestrian sculptures standing as gatekeepers in Congress Plaza, at the intersection of Ida B.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Petrillo Music Shell open?

Petrillo Music Shell is open:

Monday 9 am - 10 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 10 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 10 pm
Thursday 9 am - 10 pm
Friday 9 am - 12 am
Saturday 9 am - 12 am
Sunday 9 am - 10 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Petrillo Music Shell?

Nearby attractions include Art Institute of Chicago Building, Chicago (4 min walk), Chicago Stock Exchange Arch, Chicago (4 min walk), Fountain of the Great Lakes, Chicago (5 min walk), Ryerson & Burnham Libraries, Chicago (5 min walk).

How to get to Petrillo Music Shell by public transport?

The nearest stations to Petrillo Music Shell:

Train

Van Buren Street (5 min walk)
Millennium Station (11 min walk)

Bus

Michigan & Jackson • Lines: 143, 147, 26, 3, 4, 6, 850, 851, 855, J14, (N) N4 (6 min walk)
Michigan & Monroe • Lines: 143, 147, 151, 26, 3, 4, 6, 850, 851, 855, J14, (N) N4 (7 min walk)

Metro

Adams/Wabash • Lines: Brown, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple (9 min walk)
Washington/Wabash • Lines: Brown, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple (11 min walk)