FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

Ron and Naomi's Very Special Christmas Special!

$25 General Admission

Well, the holidays are fast approaching. And if you’re wondering how you’re ever going to find a way to get into the Christmas Spirit this year, fear not. It’s time for Ron and Naomi’s Very Special Christmas Special.  Need a little holiday cheer in a world gone mad? We’ve got it.  Looking for someone to fill the egg nog punch bowl? That’s what we do!

And that’s why you should  join us for the 16th annual edition of the best Holiday Season Kickoff south of the North Pole! It’s a yuletide extravaganza, jam packed with music and mirth makers.  

All held together by the holiday house band, the Downsized Elves (Andon Davis, Michael Krayniak, Isaac Lyons, Cathie Van Wert and Jason Batchko.). With special  guests, Dag Juhlin, Jenny Bienemann, Jodi Waker, The Menards, Laura Lopardo, Lonnie Deutsch, Hoops Magee, Santa Claus, and much, much more.

 It’s all  hosted by everyone’s favorite snow angel, Naomi Ashley, and self-proclaimed Mr. Christmas, Ron Lazzeretti.

Don’t miss the Holiday  Event that’s become a tradition to rival the Holiday Family Newsletter!  Get your tickets now. And remember, it’s not a Show. It’s a Special!

Get your tickets now. And remember, it’s not a show. It’s a Special!

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

FITZGERALDS & PACHANKA MUSIC CULTURE PRESENT:

CUEVO PEREZ Seen HERE

FREE SHOW! Click “Book Now” to RSVP for guaranteed entry

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw. 

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

Motown Holiday Dance Party w/ GERALD McCLENDON!

$15 General Admission/Dance Floor! / Reserved Tables Available

  Gerald, known in Chicago as the “Soulkeeper.” One of the most reminiscent and versatile soul, R&B, singer/songwriter/performer in the recording industry. Gerald McClendon has graced the stage to sellout crowds to practically all the major entertainment venues throughout the Midwest area. In addition, his unique performance has allowed him to captivate audiences internationally in locations such as Asia and Sidney, Australia.

If you love R&B Soul music, you’ll truly fall in love with Gerald McClendon and his extraordinary style of performing R&B standards such as classic soul music and sounds of Motown, Stax and Atlantic records. He draws from the everlasting era of artist such as Ottis Redding, The Temptations, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, The Chi-Lites, Stevie Wonder and even songs of the Frank Sinatra jazz era. Gerald McClendon’s love for music screams out loud with his passion and love of entertaining his audiences.

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE (link to restaurant website)

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, minors admitted with guardian

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR Presents: 

THE SCOVILLES seen HERE

“The Scovilles are a brand new Rock and Roll band, but this guitar-centric trio has years of collective experience steeped in Roots/Rockabilly/Americana music. Chicago native singer/guitarist Steve Szczeblowski cut his teeth playing Punk and Rockabilly in high school, channeling his inner Link Wray and founding a number of local bands, most notably The Moondogs, who shared bills with legends Ronnie Dawson, Sleepy LaBeef, Robert Gordon and many more. Bassist/singer Rami Soini hails from Finland, where he fronted his own great Eurobilly combo, The Flat Broke Trio. Lastly, as we all should know, a band’s only as good as their drummer, and our own Chris Swade knows how to rock and swing with the best of ‘em.”

FREE SHOW! RSVP FOR GUARANTEED ENTRY

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, Minors admitted with guardian!

FAMILY FRIENDLY at FITZGERALDS!!

MR DAVE MUSIC 

1 TICKET PER FAMILY ($25) 

Imbued with themes of love, learning, positivity and activity, Mr. Dave revs up the fun-o-meter during his classes and live shows! Known for creating unbeatable beats, melodic elements and poetic rhymes, he’ll inspire movement from the youngest to the oldest members of the family. Mr. Dave’s original songs include messages around diversity, safety and acceptance plus, his catchy tunes mean you and your littles will listen to them over and over again! 
 

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

JAZZ BRUNCH IN THE CLUB featuring:

A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS: Performed by The Kevin Fort Trio

$10 General Admission 

  Enjoy BRUNCH from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

  ***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.

JAZZ BRUNCH IN THE CLUB featuring:

A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS: Performed by The Kevin Fort Trio
$10 General Admission 

  Enjoy BRUNCH from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

  ***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR Presents: 

Saturday Night in SIDEBAR w/ KEVIN GORDON (Solo)

“Kevin Gordon might be the quintessential Nashville musician whose
work should be better known outside of Davidson County. Gordon is
sometimes called a songwriter’s songwriter, and this is an injustice —
his music sounds pretty universal to me… His blues-meets-New Wave
guitar gave a fine edge to his songs, which fuse rock ’n’ roll with
the sounds of X and The Blasters… Gordon’s guitar playing is as
incisive as ever, and he’s a superb songwriter — he elucidates
timeless themes by exploring the mental landscape of the South… The In
Between embodies the best aspects of Nashville music.”

– Ed Hurt, Nashville Scene, Oct 17, 2024

FREE SHOW! Click “Book Now” to RSVP for guaranteed entry.

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, Minors admitted with guardian!

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

FUNKADESI: 29th Anniversary Concert!

$22 General Admission / Reserved Tables Available

  Funkadesi reminds us that inclusion and belonging is sexy as hell. Seamlessly blending Bollywood, Reggae, Bhangra, Funk and more, the band delivers a virtuoso, high energy experience like none other. With unprecedentedly diverse members who are gifted healers, educators, and passionate community advocates, Funkadesi emphatically lives their motto: “one family, many children . . . . insisting we all belong.” Winner of “Most Outstanding Group” from Chicago Music Awards and “Best World Music Group” by Chicago Reader, Funkadesi has wowed crowds with their ever-evolving live show experience. The band has recently been featured at Tedx Chicago, and has led numerous experiential workshops, trainings, and interactive keynotes on Inclusive Leadership, Wellness, and a whole lot more. 

This concert will feature classics, never-heard before material, and will bring out the Funkadesi All-Stars.

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE (link to restaurant website)

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, minors admitted with guardian

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS:

GROOVE WITNESS

FREE SHOW! 

Groove Witness is a 7 piece funk band from Chicago featuring, vocalist VERONICA KOTT , PAUL GULEZIAN on trumpet, MARCUS RANUCCI on tenor sax, NICOLAS RANUCCI on bari & alto sax, DAN PARKER on  bass, MIKE AMANDES on drums, and ROB ZETTL on guitar. 

Enjoy dinner before the show from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw. 

JAZZ BRUNCH IN THE CLUB featuring:

A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS: Performed by The Chris White Trio

$10 General Admission 

  Enjoy BRUNCH from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

  ***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.

BEARS BRUNCH! Sundays in SIDEBAR w/ host JACK O'HARA!

$4 BABYGOLD COLDBEER
BBQ BRUNCH MENU Courtesy of BABYGOLD BARBECUE
Click "Book Now" for Table Reservations!

All Sunday noon games will be shown

JAZZ BRUNCH IN THE CLUB featuring:

A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS: Performed by The Chris White Trio

$10 General Admission   

  Enjoy BRUNCH from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

  ***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

Classical Blast’s “Dark Side of the Yule”

Christmas Meets Classic Rock in this unique take on the holidays, combining rock hits from Metallica to Pink Floyd to Moody Blues to Evanesence and more with traditional carols, popular classical, holiday standards and beyond. Classical Blast has created one of the most unusual and enjoyable holiday shows around. It’s eye and ear candy the Sugarplum Fairy herself would be proud of.

Grab dinner after the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE
Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***
There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***
21+, minors admitted with guardian

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

SHOUT SECTION BIG BAND – 7pm

Shout Section burst on to the scene in 2007. Since then, we've been entertaining audiences at swing dances, city concerts, school clinics, weddings and corporate events all over the Midwest. We've been featured on WGN TV, WBEZ radio, and on the nationally syndicated television show, "Vampire Diaries." Staffed by some of the best musicians in the Chicago area, you're going to love listening to and dancing to Shout Section Big Band!

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR PRESENTS:

A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS HAPPY HOUR ft. The Kevin Fort Trio

$10.00 General Admission / Reserved Tables Available 

Kevin Fort has established himself as one of the most in-demand pianists on the Chicago jazz scene. Praised for his “thrilling virtuosity and agile, vibrant improvisations,” (Chicago Jazz Magazine) and as “one of those rare piano players who can temper his technical brilliance in the service of the composition” (Scene Newspaper).  Kevin is a champion of the straight-ahead jazz tradition while embracing modern influences.  He has performed and/or recorded with artists such as Bob Brookmeyer, John Clayton, James Moody, Ira Sullivan, Slide Hampton, Phil Woods, Steve Turre, Bill Watrous, John Pizzarelli, Harry Allen, Melissa Aldana, and Makaya McCraven. 

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***
21+ Minors admitted with Guardian

THE MOTH  seen  HERE

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

Seating is not guaranteed and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please be sure to arrive at least 10 minutes before the show. Admission is not guaranteed for late arrivals. All sales final. As many as 10 tickets may be available at the door for all of our StorySLAMs on a first-come, first-served basis.

FITZGERALDS SONGWRITER CIRCLE:

w/ Host Jack Swain and guests Matt Clark and Lydia Cash

FREE SHOW! Click “Book Now”  to make a reservation 

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR Presents: RIGHTEOUS ROOSTER!

FREE SHOW! 

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, Minors admitted with guardian!

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

JOEL PATERSON's (Solo) Christmas Extravaganza!

$20 General Admission SEAT / Reserved Tables Available 

Joel Paterson rings in the 2025 holiday season with his annual Solo Christmas Extravaganza at Fitzgerald’s, celebrating the re-release (on limited edition green vinyl) of his popular instrumental Christmas album, “Hi-Fi Christmas Guitar,” and the release of his new Christmas album, “The More The Merrier.” Joel will be playing just the right amount of Christmas music to go along with his one-man history of guitar pickin,’ including his fingerstyle Beatles arrangements, a healthy dose of ragtime, country blues, Chet Atkins, Merle Travis, and much more!

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE (link to restaurant website)

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, minors admitted with guardian

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

THE HALF BRITS Annual Holiday Show with Special Guest Maria Donlin!

$15 General Admission // $20 a Seat Reserved Tables 

Currently based in the suburbs of Chicago, The Half-Brits are an English-themed rock band who were created by Dave Howorth and Jack Straughan in early 2021. Dave and Jack have been writing/playing music together for several years, and are happy to announce The Half-Brits as their newest long-term project.

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

PACHANKA MUSIC & FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR PRESENTS:

FUEGO DE CUMBIA

FREE SHOW! Click “Book Now” to RSVP for guaranteed entry

 Fuego de Cumbia is a Colombian traditional music group based in Chicago. Rooted in the rich heritage and folk traditions of Colombian music, Fuego de Cumbia brings communities together, to dance in a celebration of culture and history, transcending boundaries and connecting generations.

Enjoy dinner from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw. 

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR Presents: 

FITZGERALDS HOLIDAY TEACHER HAPPY HOUR in SIDEBAR! 

TWO CENT DRINKS between 3-4pm. $1 Shrimp & Oyster specials starting at 4pm and FULL BABYGOLD BBQ Menu Available at 5pm. Bring your Teacher ID & RSVP so we know you're coming!

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, Minors admitted with guardian!

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS A HAPPY HOUR CONCERT WITH: 

HILLBILLY FROLIC
FREE SHOW! Click “Book Now” to reserve a table.

Enjoy dinner from  BABYGOLD BARBECUE

**PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw. 

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS:

THE MEADOWLARK LEMONS 

FREE SHOW! Click "Book Now" to  RSVP for guaranteed entry
 

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw. 

JAZZ BRUNCH IN THE CLUB featuring:

A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS: Performed by The Chris White Trio

$10 General Admission 

  Enjoy BRUNCH from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

  ***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.

JAZZ BRUNCH IN THE CLUB featuring:

A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS: Performed by The Chris White Trio

$10 General Admission 

  Enjoy BRUNCH from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

  ***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS:

THE MAR CARIBE HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA!

FREE SHOW! 

Traditional holiday singalongs, inventively reimagined instrumental classics, plus mar caribe’s usual fun danceable surf inflected crime noir originals

Mar Caribe is an all instrumental band of pedal steel, three horns, and acoustic rhythm section plying the currents between Calexico and Nino Rota. We play uptempo versions of movie themes, Bollywood, surf, mambo, and other instrumental classics plus our originals drawing on those styles. If Holly Golightly had a Spotify playlist, it would sound like us.

Enjoy dinner before the show from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw. 

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

EXPO '76  BIG XMAS BASH!

$22.00 General Admission / Reserved Tables Available 

Wear your ugly Xmas sweater and win the contest!

Calling Expo'76 a cover band is technically correct, but they're a cover band unlike any other out there. Their already huge and ever-expanding set list careens wildly through decades and genres as the band simply follows its own muse, playing music they love. Along the way, you'll find yourself hearing favorites that you haven't heard in years, songs that you loved but had forgotten about, and new favorites that you're hearing for the first time. Whether they're storming through a rockabilly chestnut, a show tune, a top 40 hit from their (or your) childhood, brassy, jazzy hits and more, you'll feel the unbridled joy of some of Chicago's busiest and most respected musicians doing what they were born to do. Among its ranks are members of Poi Dog Pondering, Tomorrow The Moon, The New Duncan Imperials, Mucca Pazza and The Renaldo Domino Experience. Quite simply, they're unforgettable

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

LIVE IN FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR!

THE HEAVY SOUNDS seen HERE

FREE SHOW! 

Steeped in the Soul Jazz and Funk traditions of Grant Green, Jimmy Smith, Earl Van Dyke, and Booker T & The MG’s; The Heavy Sounds testament to instrumental soul music from the 60’s and early 70’s has quite literally created a band that can say everything while saying nothing.

The Heavy Sounds are Ryan Juravic (drums), John W Lauler (bass), John Wills (Guitar), Alexander Kerwin (Alto Sax) and Pete Benson (Organ). What’s amazing about these cats is that their level of expertise in the instrumental setting is equaled and heightened by their work backing up legendary soul shouters from all over Chicago. This band has had the honor of backing up singers like Otis Clay, Syl Johnson, Renaldo Domino, Gina Bloom, Michael Avery, JC Brooks and others. Their extensive work as session musicians and backing bands has morphed this soul outfit into Chicago’s modern equivalent to the Funk Brothers. 

Grab dinner from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***
ALL AGES

JAZZ BRUNCH IN THE CLUB featuring:

A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS: Performed by The Chris White Trio

$10 General Admission 

  Enjoy BRUNCH from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

  ***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.

JAZZ BRUNCH IN THE CLUB featuring:

A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS: Performed by The Chris White Trio

$10 General Admission 

  Enjoy BRUNCH from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

  ***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.

LIVE IN FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB:

SUNDAY DAYDREAM:  a tribute to The Grateful Dead

FREE SHOW! Click “Book Now” to Join The Party. We always leave room for walk-ins so if you can’t find a reservation, don’t sweat it, c’mon over!

Grab dinner from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***
ALL AGES

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR PRESENTS:

THE 8th Annual ANDERSON FAMILY HOLIDAY JAMBOREE

$15 General Admission 

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw. 

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS: 

THE CHICAGO SKYLINERS BIG BAND

FREE SHOW! CLICK "Book Now" For Table Reservations

FULL SERVICE DINING BY BABYGOLD BARBECUE AVAILABLE IN THE CLUB
 

The Chicago Skyliners Big Band was formed in 1988 for the sole purpose of prolonging the musical memory of the Big Band Era.

Members of the band in the early days were informed that this was not a major money making proposition, only a mission to keep Big Bands alive.

A house band at FitzGeralds Night Club in Berwyn since 1991, The Chicago Skyliners Big Band following has grown to become one of the top Big Bands in Chicagoland.

Blue Birdland Jazz recording artists, besides original material, the Band features the music of Count Basie, Buddy Rich, Sammy Nestico, Stan Kenton, and Maynard Ferguson to name a few.

Not your father’s big band music, the Chicago Skyliners feature contemporary arrangements of traditional big band hits. The Chicago Tribune stated, “This group consistently found the ideal tempo, style and phrasing for the scores they played.” Jazziz Magazine said, “The band has a surplus of exceptional soloists coupled with high powered ensemble playing.” Enjoy the big band swing sounds, America’s greatest contribution to world music history.

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR PRESENTS:

A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS HAPPY HOUR ft. The Kevin Fort Trio

$10.00 General Admission / Reserved Tables Available 

Kevin Fort has established himself as one of the most in-demand pianists on the Chicago jazz scene. Praised for his “thrilling virtuosity and agile, vibrant improvisations,” (Chicago Jazz Magazine) and as “one of those rare piano players who can temper his technical brilliance in the service of the composition” (Scene Newspaper).  Kevin is a champion of the straight-ahead jazz tradition while embracing modern influences.  He has performed and/or recorded with artists such as Bob Brookmeyer, John Clayton, James Moody, Ira Sullivan, Slide Hampton, Phil Woods, Steve Turre, Bill Watrous, John Pizzarelli, Harry Allen, Melissa Aldana, and Makaya McCraven. 

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***
21+ Minors admitted with Guardian

WE'RE GOING ALL NIGHT Y'ALL!!!

WITH AWESOME MUSIC FROM THE BLACK OIL BROTHERS!!!

3 brothers, 2 cousins, 1 band. The Black Oil Brothers write blues soaked bangers, twangy folk tunes and tales to tell in the dark. 

Come for the incedible Nog, Stay for a night filled with friends and LIVE MUSIC. 

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

TRIBUTOSAURUS Christmas Spectacular! 

Seasonal favorites from all your favorite artists. 

December is a wonderful time for popular music; always has been. For decades, some of our favorite artists have mined the holidays to write songs of emotion and cheer, hoping to create a Christmas classic. Let’s pick the best and play them all in one night, shall we?

Join us on Tuesday December 23rd at FitzGerald's, as Tributosaurus brings you a Christmas Spectacular.  Through the years we’ve played holiday killers from the likes of The Kinks, Paul McCartney, James Taylor, Bruce Springsteen, and David Bowie…those will be gathered along with songs we’ve always wanted to do from Donnie Hathaway, Darlene Love, The Pogues, and several more. Maybe we’ll slide in a Hannukah track.

Everything will be performed with reverence and authenticity, continuing the now 20 year tradition of the Tributosaurus ethos, where music is the star, and we the happy facilitators.  You are an essential part of the process…come to commune over fabulous holiday music together with us.

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE (link to restaurant website)

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, minors admitted with guardian

FAMILY FUN in the CLUB
w/ MISS JAMIE'S FARM

$25/family – **Just 1 TICKET PER FAMILY** 

Enjoy Brunch from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

Celebrate fall, farm-style! Join Miss Jamie and her puppet friends in this sing along dance along show that's perfect for young kids and families. Clap along to classic kids songs with a fresh farm twist and don’t forget your boots, because you’ll be on your feet, dancing to the beat! E I E I Oh yeah!  

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS:

THE NIKKI O'NEIL BAND

FREE SHOW! 

An Americana/Soul singer, songwriter, and guitarist, Nikki brings a dynamic voice that can soar with 60s soul power or slip into a bluesy ballad with subtle grace, all anchored by her rich storytelling.

Signed to Blackbird Record Label, her third solo album, Stories I Only Tell My Friends, is out now on all platforms.

Nikki will be joined on stage by her band members Chris Corsale (lead guitar, backing vocals), Rich Lackowski (drums, backing vocals), and Andy Mirsberger (bass, backing vocals).

Official website: nikkioneill.com

Enjoy dinner before the show from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw. 

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

SHADOWCASTER Does SMASHING PUMPKINS

$22 General Admission / Reserved Tables Available

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE (link to restaurant website)

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, minors admitted with guardian

Rachel Drew Band Holiday Dance Party at FITZGERALD'S SIDEBAR

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS: 

BRITISH BUDDY BIG BAND

FULL SERVICE DINING BY BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw. 

FITZGERALDS SONGWRITER CIRCLE:

w/ Host Dean Schlabowske and guests Phil Angotti and John Szymanski

FREE SHOW! Click “Book Now”  to make a reservation 

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

New Years Eve w/ 
ALEJANDRO ESCOVEDO (2 Nights!)
seen HERE 
w/ special guest Nora O'Connor

$48 General Admission Standing // Reserved Tables Available

Alejandro Escovedo's New Album ECHO DANCING is an Adventure in Life
No one has really ever been able to define themselves and their music like singer-songwriter Alejandro Escovedo does. His life in music of all kinds sometimes feels like a swirl through the sky, where his songs point out all the majesty and mystery of how he sees the world. The sounds he makes take him places that he might not even predict, but once there, greatness always follows. It's just the way Escovedo is. It has happened over and over for decades, almost like a fateful agreement he has with the cosmos. There is a good chance it cannot be explained, especially by him.

Maybe that's because this is a musician who feels magic, both in himself and the world around him, and is open to the experience of whatever comes his way. It is not always easy, and can have a high demand on how a person lives. But it is the way that Escovedo is always moving forward.

On this new album, Alejandro Escovedo has taken a road rarely traveled, which is totally in keeping with how he has lived his life in music. Echo Dancing is an experiment in how to use the past to shape the future. By recording completely new and repurposed versions of songs from his past, Escovedo actually gets a chance to rewrite his own history. It's also an idea that pushes growth into the present, and asks an artist to see themselves anew. "I always feel that a well-written song can withstand a lot of abuse," Escovedo says. It is an area of creativity that the man has always honored. "Turning a past song inside out leads to discovery of new ideas you
might not have understood about the song," he says. "Even lyrical refurbishing has proven helpful and effective. It's like interpreting your own work anew. The songs never seem to be complete. They are always evolving."

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  
 

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, minors admitted with guardian

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR PRESENTS:

BLUE YEAR'S EVE in SIDEBAR w/ The Corey Dennison Band!

$15 General Admission / Reserved Tables Available 

Born in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Corey Dennison spent a majority of his childhood moving about Tennessee and Georgia. As a young boy, Corey heard the powerful, soulful sounds of the Blues on late night radio programs and recalls being captivated by the music. He received his first guitar at the age of 6 and began to imitate the music of artists such as Gatemouth Brown, Albert Collins and Albert King. Corey immediately felt a strong connection to Soul music. “I just loved the way Soul music made me feel from my head to my toes. I remember humming along to songs from Wilson Pickett, Curtis Mayfield & Sam Cooke.” This marked a lasting impression on his musical style and is clearly visible today in his soulful vocals and fiery guitar solos.

Corey found his musical calling while hanging out with his harp playing uncle. “My Uncle snuck me into clubs where I saw some of the greatest Blues cats of all-time, Albert King, Albert Collins and Junior Wells. This is where it became clear to me; I wanted to be a Blues Man." He spent 12 years honing his skills as a sideman for Carl Weathersby, a mentor beyond the music: " Pop has really showed me the real me and have helped me in a lot of ways. Showed me what to do what not to do. I wouldn't know anything if it was not for Carl and my brothers-in-arms." Playing with Weathersby blessed Corey with opportunities to share the stage with such musical greats as The Kinsey Report, Robert Blaine, Chico Banks, The Steepwater Band, Jimmy Johnson, Robert Randolph, Derek Trucks And John Mayer, Gerry Hundt, Nick Moss, Lurrie Bell, Carlos Johnson, Bill Dickens, and Buddy Guy.

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***
21+ Minors admitted with Guardian

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

New Years Eve w/ 
ALEJANDRO ESCOVEDO (2 Nights!) w/ special guest JON LANGFORD
seen HERE 

$48 General Admission Standing // Reserved Tables Available

Alejandro Escovedo's New Album ECHO DANCING is an Adventure in Life
No one has really ever been able to define themselves and their music like singer-songwriter Alejandro Escovedo does. His life in music of all kinds sometimes feels like a swirl through the sky, where his songs point out all the majesty and mystery of how he sees the world. The sounds he makes take him places that he might not even predict, but once there, greatness always follows. It's just the way Escovedo is. It has happened over and over for decades, almost like a fateful agreement he has with the cosmos. There is a good chance it cannot be explained, especially by him.

Maybe that's because this is a musician who feels magic, both in himself and the world around him, and is open to the experience of whatever comes his way. It is not always easy, and can have a high demand on how a person lives. But it is the way that Escovedo is always moving forward.

On this new album, Alejandro Escovedo has taken a road rarely traveled, which is totally in keeping with how he has lived his life in music. Echo Dancing is an experiment in how to use the past to shape the future. By recording completely new and repurposed versions of songs from his past, Escovedo actually gets a chance to rewrite his own history. It's also an idea that pushes growth into the present, and asks an artist to see themselves anew. "I always feel that a well-written song can withstand a lot of abuse," Escovedo says. It is an area of creativity that the man has always honored. "Turning a past song inside out leads to discovery of new ideas you
might not have understood about the song," he says. "Even lyrical refurbishing has proven helpful and effective. It's like interpreting your own work anew. The songs never seem to be complete. They are always evolving."

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  
 

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, minors admitted with guardian

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS A HAPPY HOUR CONCERT WITH: 

THE TERRY WHITE BAND

Terry White's career as a musician can be traced back to his childhood in Oak Park, IL, just outside of
Chicago, where he began teaching himself guitar as a teen but really took root in Carbondale, IL, where
he attended SIU and formed Modern Day Saints with Phil Bayer, Kevin James and later Rob Pierce. The
band moved to Los Angeles in 1989 where they enjoyed a rabid LA following as regulars on the
legendary Sunset Strip. After a long residency at the Whisky-a-Go-Go, Modern Day Saints broke up in
1992 and Terry formed several other bands over the years, including Cannonball, The Yellowhammers
and The Zimmermen. He released in first solo record, Our Sperate Ways in 2007 followed by Cannonball
Fodder in 2012, California Rain in 2016 and Still Got Me in 2020. His latest release, You Won’t Have a
Name was released in September 2025. As the Chicago Tribune has said, “Terry’s songs are as gorgeous
as they are haunting”.
 

Enjoy dinner from  BABYGOLD BARBECUE

**PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw. 

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR Presents:
Anthony Bruno Quartet seen HERE

FREE SHOW! 

Genre-bending saxophonist Anthony Bruno is a distinguished and in-demand Chicago musician who has honed his craft performing around the world, Since 2020, he has had a burgeoning career as a solo artist, with a multitude of releases on Spotify, crafting songs that combine lyrical melodies with complex musicality. Bruno's music is rooted in jazz but draws from pop, rock and R&B. He writes and plays unapologetically from the soul, combining these genres in a unique way that has won praise at jazz clubs and festivals all across the country.

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

ALL AGES

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR PRESENTS:

SOUL MESSAGE BAND 
 

FREE SHOW! Click “Book Now” to reserve a table.

We always leave room for walk-ins so if you can’t find a reservation, 

don’t sweat it, c’mon over!

Chris Foreman is a masterful musician and heir to the throne occupied by the soulful, bluesy jazz organ legends who were once his influence. Blind at birth, Foreman started playing piano at age five and began formal training at seven. As a teenager he was attracted to the organ sounds of Jack McDuff, Groove Holmes, JimmySmith and Jimmy McGriff. This attraction led Chris to pursue playing jazz on the organ, which he undertook through intensive study of recordings. Unlike many African- American musicians whose musical knowledge begins and is established through the church, Chris didn't start his apprenticeship as a church organist until he was almost twenty years old – well after his jazz roots were established. He has arrived at a most exciting blend of blues-gospel and jazz and has developed a stunning command and range on the instrument. The blend of his sound is evident in his professional experience, which has included work with Hank Crawford, Albert Collins, Bernard Purdie, The Mighty Blue Kings and Deep Blue Organ Trio.

Drummer Greg Rockingham began playing when he was just three years old and debuted as a professional musician at age five in his father's jazz ensemble. An alumnus of the famed Interlochen Arts Academy and Northeastern University, he has won numerous musical awards from the Notre Dame Jazz Festival. Greg has performed or recorded with a wide range of famous names, including the orchestras of Glenn Miller and Guy Lombardo, vocalists Freddie Cole, Patty Page and Jerry Vale and instrumentalists Nat Adderley, Kenny Burrell, Charles Earland, Irene Reid, Ellis Marsalis, Nancy Wilson, and Deep Blue Organ Trio.

Lee Rothenberg was born in Philadelphia and started playing guitar at the age of 14 after studying classical piano for 8 years. His obsession with jazz began at age 16 after spending a summer at Interlochen Arts Camp where he devoted many hours listening to Wes Montgomery, Miles Davis, and John Coltrane in the listening library. He moved to Evanston, IL in 2000 to attend Northwestern University where he studied with jazz pianist Mike Kocour. Since his arrival in 2005, guitarist Lee Rothenberg has emerged as an in-demand sideman in the Chicago Jazz Scene. Noted for a style that is deeply rooted in the Jazz Guitar Tradition, Lee's playing exhibits the sacred elements of melody, swing, and creativity. Lee has performed as both a leader and sideman at venues such as The Green Mill, Andy's, the Jazz Showcase, Pete Millers's, and the Jazz Estate with a venerable list of chicago artists such as Chris Forman, Dennis Carroll, Greg Rockingham, George Fludas, Greg Ward, Dan Trudell, and Bobby Broom. Currently he is working on a quartet record with legendary Multi-Instrumentalist, Ira Sullivan that includes Dennis Carroll on bass, and George Fludas on drums. Stay tuned!! “Lee Rothenberg is a confident, groovin' player that pulls his own weight!!", Chris Foreman.

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:
THE MENARDS ALBUM RELEASE PARTY! 

$15 General Admisssion Seating

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE
Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***
There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***
21+, minors admitted with guardian

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS:

THE ERIC CASE BAND

FREE SHOW! Click "Book Now" to  RSVP for guaranteed entry
 

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw. 

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS:

BEATLES BRUNCH ft. PHIL ANGOTTI & FRIENDS

$15/seat reserved tables 
Brunch Menu by BABYGOLD 

Phil Angotti is a multi-instrumentalist, singer,
and sensitive tough-guy songwriter from Chicago's southside. He rocks your socks off with crazy guitar riffs, makes you cry expressing touching lyrics, and constantly surprises you with the depth of his musical knowledge! 

Known in Chicago as “THE Beatles guy”, Phil consistently draws diverse audiences to Beatle shows; first when playing with the Beatle Brothers, now with the Phil Angotti Band, Great Moments in Vinyl, the What4, and as a solo performer. Phil plays the Beatles catalog by heart and from the heart. The years of practice, listening and learning are evident, especially since he is great at taking requests! The Kinks, The Zombies, The Bee-Gees, Nick Drake and Buddy Holly all hold special places in his musical mind too. 

Phil is the current lead singer and guitar player for Material Issue, a Chicago power-pop band who made it big in the early ‘90’s (they had videos on MTV when that was cool). Now known as Material ReIssue, opening for The Smithereens is one of his favorite moments on stage in fact! Other great moments in Phil include opening for Marshall Crenshaw, Richard Furay (Buffalo Springfield), and Eddie Money, plus the Beatles album shows. 

The *ahem* experience of this guy is key. His music came out first on vinyl, then cassette, 8-track, cd’s, then back to vinyl. Through all 14 solo albums Phil's melody's shine, blending cool pop grooves with sweet harmonies. He's proven a commitment to his craft and become one of Chicago’s most beloved artists.

***PARKING***

There is street parking within a few blocks along roosevelt rd.

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS: 

GRANDSTAND BIG BAND

FREE! 

Click "Book Now" to make a reservation 
 

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

WDCB Bluesday Tuesday w/ Host SCOTT "HAMBONE" HAMMER presents:

Toronzo Cannon & The Chicago Way seen HERE

$10 in Advance // $15 Day of Show

Chicago bluesman Toronzo Cannon defies all expectations. The blistering guitarist, soulful vocalist, singular songwriter and city bus driver fuses his muscular, rock-inspired blues guitar playing with his original, keenly detailed slice-of-life songs, blazing his own blues trail. With the 2016 release of his Alligator Records debut, The Chicago Way, Cannon burst onto the international stage as one the most electrifying bluesmen to emerge from Chicago in decades. His live performances unfailingly earn him heaps of critical praise and hordes of wildly enthusiastic fans. Cannon has played major cities all over the U.S., Canada, and Europe. He recently performed for the first time in Japan, delighting and surprising audiences with one unforgettable gig after another. Now, with the release of The Preacher, The Politician Or The Pimp, Cannon builds upon the foundation he's laid, creating and defining his vision of contemporary blues.

Enjoy $5 Revolution Brewery Pints!  

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

LIVE in FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR Presents: 
IVY FORD!

FREE SHOW! RSVP FOR GUARANTEED ENTRY

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

ALL AGES!

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR Presents: 

HENRY CARPENDER QUINTET

FREE SHOW! RESERVATION AVAILABLE!
 

Henry Carpender is a trombonist, composer, and educator based in the city of Chicago. An artist who is equally informed by his classical training, love of Jazz, and childhood playing rock music (primarily with his father John Carpender), Henry's playing and writing is a charming blend of punchy, sensitive, quirky, and dripping with love for life and self expression. Henry's dedication to music making began at age 13 when he played his first gig with the much beloved local band Expo '76. Since then, through both his education and the beginning of his professional freelance career, Henry has been fortunate enough to share the stage with Dag Juhlin, Billy Harper, Robbie Fulks, Tanya Darby, Cathy Richardson, NRBQ and the Canadian Brass. Henry has also enjoyed a healthy start to a career as a private instructor and group music educator, running a small studio of dedicated middle and high schoolers across the Chicagoland area. When he's not playing or teaching, he can be found playing video games, cooking a new dish, or relaxing on Montrose beach.

This show will be an opportunity to premiere new work, revisit some favorites, and share arrangements of some of Henry's favorite artists. 

Tommy Sagins on Drums, Jack Sundstrom on Bass, Aval Stanley on Keys, and special guests Abram Collier on Bari Sax & Voice, and Ricardo Jimenez on Trumpet and Voice

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

ALL AGES!

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

Jazz Album Tribute Vol. XV: Grant Green's "IDLE MOMENTS" ft. Neal Alger's Blue Note Quartet

$15 General Admission SEAT / Reserved Tables Available 

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE
Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***
There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***
21+, minors admitted with guardian

LIVE IN SIDEBAR!
Jaik Willis 

FREE SHOW! RESERVATIONS AVAILABLE!

Enjoy dinner from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

D'ffrent Strokes: A Strokes Tribute at FITZGERALDS!

$15 General Admission / Reserved Tables Available

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE (link to restaurant website)

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, minors admitted with guardian

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS A HAPPY HOUR CONCERT WITH: 

HILLBILLY FROLIC
FREE SHOW! Click “Book Now” to reserve a table.

Enjoy dinner from  BABYGOLD BARBECUE

**PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw. 

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR Presents:
BLUE ROSE

FREE SHOW! 

Blending delicate yet strong vocals and edgy guitar riffs with introspective lyrics and ethereal textures, Blue Rose “shows their versatility and widescreen musical vision as they explore various corners of the Americana music genre from roots rock to modern folk.” (Americana Highways).  

Fronted by singer/songwriter, Jori Rose Griffith, the band compliments her femininity with alt-grittiness.  

“I’ve been an extremely deep feeler and felt the need to express sensitivity through art (dance, visual, music) beginning at a very young age,” she says, “and I came to songwriting as a way to feel seen and to understand myself.”

In May they released “Blue Moon”, which debuted in the Top 100 Americana charts and remained there for over five months. Produced by Noam Wallenberg (Vulfpeck, Mac Miller, NEEDTOBREATHE) and recorded at Chicago’s legendary Rax Trax Recording, the project earned them a live performance on Chicago's WGN. 2026 looks to be just as exciting as they are beginning work on a second album and a regional tour. 

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

ALL AGES

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

SQUARE DANCE! w/ The Pie City Ramblers ft. Beau Sample

$15 General Admission / Reserved Tables Available 

  Come square dance to the music of The Pie City Ramblers

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE (link to restaurant website)

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, minors admitted with guardian

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS:

Jazz Brunch in the Patio

w/
PETRA VAN NUIS seen HERE

FREE SHOW! Click "Book Now" for a table reservation

Brunch By BABYGOLD BARBECUE

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS:

GROOVE WITNESS

FREE SHOW! 

Groove Witness is a 7 piece funk band from Chicago featuring, vocalist VERONICA KOTT , PAUL GULEZIAN on trumpet, MARCUS RANUCCI on tenor sax, NICOLAS RANUCCI on bari & alto sax, DAN PARKER on  bass, MIKE AMANDES on drums, and ROB ZETTL on guitar. 

Enjoy dinner before the show from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw. 

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

WEBB WILDER & THE BEATNECKS  seen HERE

$25 General Admission /  Reserved Tables Available

Long before there were Kings of Leon, Keys of Black or Whites of Jack in Music City there was a riddle spewing prophet of roots rock and roll. A bluesy blast of baritone bombast.  Equally versed in two glorious worlds, Rock and Roll – with a strong side of Outlaw Country. He is a force on tour and a tour de force. He is the last of the Full Grown Men and Roots Rock Royalty. 
 
A native of Hattiesburg, Wilder’s 1986 debut album, It Came from Nashville, was named one of the 50 Best Southern Rock Albums of All-Time by Paste Magazine.  Webb was honored to participate in Shemekia Copeland’s Grammy nominated LP “Uncivil War” co-writing and performing on the track “She Don’t Wear Pink.”  Webb’s engaging personality led him to become one of America’s first Satellite DJs on XM Radio.  He’s now a DJ and the host of the Americana Countdown show on WMOT radio/Nashville as well as continuing his three decade career as an Electrifying Artist on stages worldwide.  His newest release is “Night Without Love” released in 2020 on Landslide Records.
 

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR Presents: 

FREE SHOW! Click “Book Now” to RSVP for guaranteed entry.

The Vaughan Building is a 4-piece Blues Rock band from Chicago. Mixing the sounds of Garage and Psychedelic Rock with the tunefulness of Folk Rock and Power Pop, The Vaughan Building aims to take Blues-based music kicking and screaming into the 21st century with energy, authenticity, and classic Rock 'n Roll fun! They've opened for legacy acts as diverse as Al Jardine (The Beach Boys), Blue Oyster Cult, and Rick Nielsen (Cheap Trick) and have performed at many venues in the Chicagoland area to crowds of thousands, standing ovations, and raucous encores!

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, Minors admitted with guardian!

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

SHOUT SECTION BIG BAND – 7pm

Shout Section burst on to the scene in 2007. Since then, we've been entertaining audiences at swing dances, city concerts, school clinics, weddings and corporate events all over the Midwest. We've been featured on WGN TV, WBEZ radio, and on the nationally syndicated television show, "Vampire Diaries." Staffed by some of the best musicians in the Chicago area, you're going to love listening to and dancing to Shout Section Big Band!

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS:
VOICEBOX w/ Catchy Richardson: 

$15.00 General Admission 
21 + , MINORS ADMITTED W/ GUARDIAN

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE
Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

Cathy Richardson of Jefferson Starship joins Maureen Muldoon @ Voice Box. Storytelling and music mix in this innovative idea created by Maureen Muldoon. Stories inspired by a given song are told. After each one, Richardson performs a song inspired by the just told story. After these stories and songs, audience members are invited to share stories though they must be kept to five sentences. Check out themes at voiceboxstories.com 
 

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw. 

FITZGERALDS  PRESENTS:

Chris Greene Quartet 

FREE SHOW! Click “Book Now” to reserve a table.

We always leave room for walk-ins so if you can’t find a reservation, don’t sweat it, c’mon over! 

Enjoy dinner from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw. 

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR PRESENTS:

Lou Shields seen HERE

FREE SHOW! 

Lou Shields continues the tradition of American music with a solo-performance that pulls in styles of days-gone-by. Using his 1931 National Resonator Guitar or Banjo accompanied by a unique front porch style of foot percussion and harmonica, he uses his voice as an extension of the past. Lou carries a full sound during live performances while sharing stories, thoughts and experiences with the audience. He has toured throughout the United States and Europe.

Grab dinner from BABYGOLD BARBECUE!

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

FOUR CHARMS at FITZGERALDS Night 1 of 2

JIMMY SUTTON’S FOUR CHARMS one and only reunion show in the Chicagoland area! Chicago’s jump blues and swing favorites reunite for one night only at FITZGERALD’S nightclub in Berwyn, featuring the all-original lineup before your very eyes: Jimmy Sutton, Joel Paterson, Jonathan Doyle, and Jim Barclay!

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE (link to restaurant website)

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, minors admitted with guardian

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

FOUR CHARMS at FITZGERALDS Historic Nightclub

JIMMY SUTTON’S FOUR CHARMS one and only reunion show in the Chicagoland area! Chicago’s jump blues and swing favorites reunite for one night only at FITZGERALD’S nightclub in Berwyn, featuring the all-original lineup before your very eyes: Jimmy Sutton, Joel Paterson, Jonathan Doyle, and Jim Barclay!

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE (link to restaurant website)

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, minors admitted with guardian

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS:

THE MEADOWLARK LEMONS 

FREE SHOW! Click "Book Now" to  RSVP for guaranteed entry
 

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw. 

FAMILY FRIENDLY at FITZGERALDS!!

MR DAVE MUSIC 

1 TICKET PER FAMILY ($25) 

Imbued with themes of love, learning, positivity and activity, Mr. Dave revs up the fun-o-meter during his classes and live shows! Known for creating unbeatable beats, melodic elements and poetic rhymes, he’ll inspire movement from the youngest to the oldest members of the family. Mr. Dave’s original songs include messages around diversity, safety and acceptance plus, his catchy tunes mean you and your littles will listen to them over and over again! 
 

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

FITZGERALDS Presents:

GREG JACKS & BROTHER HELP seen HERE

Inspired by piano greats like Dr. John, Professor Longhair, and Allen Toussaint, Greg Jacks & Brother Help! bring the sights and sounds of New Orleans Rhythm & Blues to Chicago.  

FREE SHOW! Click “Book Now” to reserve a table.

We always leave room for walk-ins so if you can’t find a reservation, 

don’t sweat it, c’mon over!
 

Enjoy BRUNCH from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR Presents: 

LOEWY

FREE SHOW! Click “Book Now” to RSVP for guaranteed entry.

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, Minors admitted with guardian!

BLUEGRASS BRUNCH in the NIGHTCLUB

featuring: THE BOX BAND seen HERE

FREE SHOW! Click “Book Now” to reserve a table.

We always leave room for walk-ins so if you can’t find a reservation, 

don’t sweat it, c’mon over!

Some bands play shows, some bands make memories. With hundreds of performances spanning the last 8 years, The Box Band is well experienced in making memories for audiences young and old. The quartet (Drums/Fiddle/Guitar/Mandolin) plays a unique blend of bluegrass/folk/blues that always leaves audiences wanting more. The band prides itself on not only delivering a high quality musical experience but also an engaging one that makes everyone in attendance feel like they are part of the show.

Enjoy BRUNCH from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS: 

THE CHICAGO SKYLINERS BIG BAND

FREE SHOW! CLICK "Book Now" For Table Reservations

FULL SERVICE DINING BY BABYGOLD BARBECUE AVAILABLE IN THE CLUB
 

The Chicago Skyliners Big Band was formed in 1988 for the sole purpose of prolonging the musical memory of the Big Band Era.

Members of the band in the early days were informed that this was not a major money making proposition, only a mission to keep Big Bands alive.

A house band at FitzGeralds Night Club in Berwyn since 1991, The Chicago Skyliners Big Band following has grown to become one of the top Big Bands in Chicagoland.

Blue Birdland Jazz recording artists, besides original material, the Band features the music of Count Basie, Buddy Rich, Sammy Nestico, Stan Kenton, and Maynard Ferguson to name a few.

Not your father’s big band music, the Chicago Skyliners feature contemporary arrangements of traditional big band hits. The Chicago Tribune stated, “This group consistently found the ideal tempo, style and phrasing for the scores they played.” Jazziz Magazine said, “The band has a surplus of exceptional soloists coupled with high powered ensemble playing.” Enjoy the big band swing sounds, America’s greatest contribution to world music history.

THE MOTH  seen  HERE

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

Seating is not guaranteed and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please be sure to arrive at least 10 minutes before the show. Admission is not guaranteed for late arrivals. All sales final. As many as 10 tickets may be available at the door for all of our StorySLAMs on a first-come, first-served basis.

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR Presents: RAÍCES!

FREE SHOW! 

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, Minors admitted with guardian!

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS:

JOEL PATERSON seen HERE

Joel Paterson can be seen all over Chicago playing with icons, cult heroes, jazz greats, blues legends, honky tonk revues, and back-bar bands, including Devil in a Woodpile.

Enjoy dinner from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR PRESENTS:

The Kathryn Lachey & Chris Siebold Duo 

FREE SHOW! Click “Book Now” to reserve a table

Chicago veteran musicians Kathryn Lachey and Chris Siebold play beautiful jazz, Americana, and vintage pop tunes with style and grace. Lachey is a Chicago singer/songwriter and bandleader who performs regularly around Chicago as a vocalist and keyboard player, using her inviting tone and playful harmonic approach to tell stories across genres. Siebold is a renowned Chicago guitarist and vocalist who has toured with Prairie Home Companion and Howard Levy, and he writes and arranges music for his own bands Psycles and Kick the Cat. Mainstays of the Chicago music scene, Kathryn & Chris use their captivating energy and wide harmonic palette to breathe new life into old favorites.

Enjoy dinner from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

LIVE IN FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB
THE DIG 3 DUO

FREE SHOW! Click “Book Now" to reserve a table!

Low-down and built for speed, The Dig 3 DUO simultaneously defies convention and celebrates tradition.  Close your eyes…

Andrew Duncanson and Gerry Hundt's guitars, voices, drums, and harmonica carry the weight of a band twice their size!

Playing the entire Dig 3 repertoire of original music as well as classics from Jimmy Reed, Elmore James, Muddy Waters, and more.

Enjoy Brunch from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw. 

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR PRESENTS:

The New Heartaches seen HERE

FREE SHOW! 

"We're back in town again spreading honky tonk around. Kick up your heels to the big bottom sound of the New Heartaches." 

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

CHICAGO ROCK ENSAMBLE & FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

ROCK EN ESPANOL!

LO ESSENCIAL CAIFANES TRIBUTO
 

$15 General Admission Advance // $20/seat reserved tables  // $20 GA day of show 

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, minors admitted with guardian

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS: 

BRITISH BUDDY BIG BAND

FULL SERVICE DINING BY BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw. 

LIVE IN FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR:

Joe Policastro & Friends

FREE SHOW! Click “Book Now” to reserve a table.

And Hey: It's $5 Burger Night! 

Bassist Joe Policastro is a Chicago-based performer, composer, educator, and bandleader. Originally from Cincinnati, OH, he spent time performing in Europe, and settled in Chicago in early 2003. He is an in-demand bassist for vocalists, combos, and big bands alike. As a composer/arranger, he leads and a contributes to a wide array of ensembles. Visit the GROUPS page to find out more about the Joe Policastro Trio and other bands, projects, and collaborations.

Enjoy BRUNCH from BABYGOLD BARBECUE
 

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

Wayne "The Train" Hancock Returns to FITZGERALDS Historic Nightclub

$25 General Admission / Reserved Tables Available

"Wayne Hancock has more Hank Sr. in him than either I or Hank Williams Jr.  He is the real deal.”   – Hank III

“Hancock, who tosses out a roots mix of old country, roadhouse blues, western dance swing, boogie bop, and straight-up rockabilly, takes what was once old and makes it seem like it’s always been and always will be.”—allmusic.com 

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE (link to restaurant website)

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, minors admitted with guardian

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR Presents: 

FITZGERALDS HOLIDAY TEACHER HAPPY HOUR in SIDEBAR! 

TWO CENT DRINKS between 3-4pm. $1 Shrimp & Oyster specials starting at 4pm and FULL BABYGOLD BBQ Menu Available at 5pm. Bring your Teacher ID & RSVP so we know you're coming!

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, Minors admitted with guardian!

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

RICO's Annual Birthday Bash!

$20 General Admission / Reserved Tables Available 

    Rico is defined as a band with a rich sound of diversified musical cultures. A mixture of sophisticated melodic genres and ethnicity coming together is the essence of Rico! This sound can be heard on their CD’s entitled “Make Music (2010)” and “Casa De Tambores (2004)”. Influenced tremendously by the sound and spirit of Santana, you can say Rico is the modern day Santana. These musicians also do a three hour tribute show paying homage to their main influence Santana. The band is comfortable in any genre and is right at home putting their spin on covers from Bob Marley, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, James Brown, Kanye West, Hendrix, Santana, etc.
 

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE (link to restaurant website)

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, minors admitted with guardian

Fieldhouse Rock
Presented by Fenwick and FitzGerald's

Date: January 31, 2026
Location: Fenwick High School, Fieldhouse 505 Washington Blvd., Oak Park
Purpose: To raise funds in support of Fenwick High School
 
Fenwick & FITZGERALDS present the second annual Fieldhouse Rock benefit concert, featuring Fenwick alumni Wayne Healy '85, Jim Bonaccorsi '84, and Rob Bonaccorsi '80, alongside Simon Horrocks, Paul Bolger of Mr. Blotto and Chris "Hambone" Cameron of Sonia Dada.

WITH SPECIAL GUESTS:
 

Visit Fenwick Website:
https://www.fenwickfriars.com/fieldhouserock
 
Sponsorship Opportunities
We invite local businesses, corporations, and individuals to partner with us as sponsors of this exciting event. Your support will directly impact the success of Fieldhouse Rock while showcasing your brand to both the Fenwick community, as well as the broader online community. 

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

THE DELTAZ w/ Special Guest Matthew Paige at FITZGERALDS!

$15 General Admission / Reserved Tables Available 

The Deltaz are a brother duo blending Americana, blues-rock, and raw sibling harmonies into a sound steeped in the heart of American roots music. Born and raised in the hills outside Los Angeles, the two spent their early years steeped in the sounds of America’s past, eventually carving out a name for themselves in Southern California’s live scene with a sound that felt both lived-in and alive.

Early on, the brothers caught the attention of legendary bassist Rick Rosas (Neil Young, Joe Walsh), who became a mentor after hearing them perform at The Old Place. His guidance helped shape their direction, and the band later dedicated a record to his memory. During that time the brothers also shared the stage and toured with alt-country standout The White Buffalo.

But in 2018, their home and studio were lost in the Woolsey Forest Fire. Everything they built went up in smoke except the music. Rather than retreat, the brothers leaned in and headed south. They relocated to Nashville in 2021, rebuilding not just their lives, but their sound. That new chapter begins with Give It All to You, a powerful 12-song record coming out September 2025, that draws from the deepest wells of Southern roots music while reflecting the personal transformation they’ve undergone.

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE (link to restaurant website)

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, minors admitted with guardian

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS: 

GRANDSTAND BIG BAND

FREE! 

Click "Book Now" to make a reservation 
 

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR Presents: 

HENRY CARPENDER QUINTET

FREE SHOW! RESERVATION AVAILABLE!
 

Henry Carpender is a trombonist, composer, and educator based in the city of Chicago. An artist who is equally informed by his classical training, love of Jazz, and childhood playing rock music (primarily with his father John Carpender), Henry's playing and writing is a charming blend of punchy, sensitive, quirky, and dripping with love for life and self expression. Henry's dedication to music making began at age 13 when he played his first gig with the much beloved local band Expo '76. Since then, through both his education and the beginning of his professional freelance career, Henry has been fortunate enough to share the stage with Dag Juhlin, Billy Harper, Robbie Fulks, Tanya Darby, Cathy Richardson, NRBQ and the Canadian Brass. Henry has also enjoyed a healthy start to a career as a private instructor and group music educator, running a small studio of dedicated middle and high schoolers across the Chicagoland area. When he's not playing or teaching, he can be found playing video games, cooking a new dish, or relaxing on Montrose beach.

This show will be an opportunity to premiere new work, revisit some favorites, and share arrangements of some of Henry's favorite artists. 

Tommy Sagins on Drums, Jack Sundstrom on Bass, Aval Stanley on Keys, and special guests Abram Collier on Bari Sax & Voice, and Ricardo Jimenez on Trumpet and Voice

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

ALL AGES!

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

ANDON DAVIS ALBUM RELEASE SHOW

$15 General Admission // $20 a Seat Reserved Tables 

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

HAPPY HOUR IN THE SIDEBAR FEATURING:

The Menards 

FREE SHOW! Click “Book Now” to RESERVE YOUR TABLE. 
we always leave room for walk ins so c'mon over! 

Enjoy dinner from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw. 

LIVE IN THE FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR:

Friday Night in the Sidebar w/ OTTER PETTER

FREE SHOW! Click “Book Now” to reserve a table. We always leave room for walk-ins so if you can’t find a reservation, don’t sweat it, c’mon over!

Grab dinner from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***
ALL AGES

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

Lowdown Brass Band Returns to FITZGERALDS Nightclub!

$25 General Admission / Reserved Tables Available 

  Embodying the vibrant Chicago music culture, LowDown Brass Band is a one-of-a-kind horn ensemble weaving the rhythm of the streets with conscious hip hop, reggae, and soul.  Rigorously touring, LowDown has performed on the most unique stages, from the Montreal Jazz Fest to the Cotai Jazz Fest.

Despite the last four years, LowDown has stayed busy, releasing Three albums, "The Reel Sessions, LowDown Nights and $itizens of the World”, which showcase their unique sound and further push the boundaries of their genre. 

Leaning on their talent and unconventional style, LowDown Brass Band continues to carve out a path, defying convention and charting their own course in the ever-evolving landscape of music.

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE (link to restaurant website)

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, minors admitted with guardian

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR PRESENTS:

SOUL MESSAGE BAND 
 

FREE SHOW! Click “Book Now” to reserve a table.

We always leave room for walk-ins so if you can’t find a reservation, 

don’t sweat it, c’mon over!

Chris Foreman is a masterful musician and heir to the throne occupied by the soulful, bluesy jazz organ legends who were once his influence. Blind at birth, Foreman started playing piano at age five and began formal training at seven. As a teenager he was attracted to the organ sounds of Jack McDuff, Groove Holmes, JimmySmith and Jimmy McGriff. This attraction led Chris to pursue playing jazz on the organ, which he undertook through intensive study of recordings. Unlike many African- American musicians whose musical knowledge begins and is established through the church, Chris didn't start his apprenticeship as a church organist until he was almost twenty years old – well after his jazz roots were established. He has arrived at a most exciting blend of blues-gospel and jazz and has developed a stunning command and range on the instrument. The blend of his sound is evident in his professional experience, which has included work with Hank Crawford, Albert Collins, Bernard Purdie, The Mighty Blue Kings and Deep Blue Organ Trio.

Drummer Greg Rockingham began playing when he was just three years old and debuted as a professional musician at age five in his father's jazz ensemble. An alumnus of the famed Interlochen Arts Academy and Northeastern University, he has won numerous musical awards from the Notre Dame Jazz Festival. Greg has performed or recorded with a wide range of famous names, including the orchestras of Glenn Miller and Guy Lombardo, vocalists Freddie Cole, Patty Page and Jerry Vale and instrumentalists Nat Adderley, Kenny Burrell, Charles Earland, Irene Reid, Ellis Marsalis, Nancy Wilson, and Deep Blue Organ Trio.

Lee Rothenberg was born in Philadelphia and started playing guitar at the age of 14 after studying classical piano for 8 years. His obsession with jazz began at age 16 after spending a summer at Interlochen Arts Camp where he devoted many hours listening to Wes Montgomery, Miles Davis, and John Coltrane in the listening library. He moved to Evanston, IL in 2000 to attend Northwestern University where he studied with jazz pianist Mike Kocour. Since his arrival in 2005, guitarist Lee Rothenberg has emerged as an in-demand sideman in the Chicago Jazz Scene. Noted for a style that is deeply rooted in the Jazz Guitar Tradition, Lee's playing exhibits the sacred elements of melody, swing, and creativity. Lee has performed as both a leader and sideman at venues such as The Green Mill, Andy's, the Jazz Showcase, Pete Millers's, and the Jazz Estate with a venerable list of chicago artists such as Chris Forman, Dennis Carroll, Greg Rockingham, George Fludas, Greg Ward, Dan Trudell, and Bobby Broom. Currently he is working on a quartet record with legendary Multi-Instrumentalist, Ira Sullivan that includes Dennis Carroll on bass, and George Fludas on drums. Stay tuned!! “Lee Rothenberg is a confident, groovin' player that pulls his own weight!!", Chris Foreman.

BLUEGRASS BRUNCH in the NIGHTCLUB

featuring: THE BOX BAND seen HERE

FREE SHOW! Click “Book Now” to reserve a table.

We always leave room for walk-ins so if you can’t find a reservation, 

don’t sweat it, c’mon over!

Some bands play shows, some bands make memories. With hundreds of performances spanning the last 8 years, The Box Band is well experienced in making memories for audiences young and old. The quartet (Drums/Fiddle/Guitar/Mandolin) plays a unique blend of bluegrass/folk/blues that always leaves audiences wanting more. The band prides itself on not only delivering a high quality musical experience but also an engaging one that makes everyone in attendance feel like they are part of the show.

Enjoy BRUNCH from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

SHOUT SECTION BIG BAND – 7pm

Shout Section burst on to the scene in 2007. Since then, we've been entertaining audiences at swing dances, city concerts, school clinics, weddings and corporate events all over the Midwest. We've been featured on WGN TV, WBEZ radio, and on the nationally syndicated television show, "Vampire Diaries." Staffed by some of the best musicians in the Chicago area, you're going to love listening to and dancing to Shout Section Big Band!

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS:
VOICEBOX w/ Catchy Richardson: 

$15.00 General Admission 
21 + , MINORS ADMITTED W/ GUARDIAN

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE
Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

Cathy Richardson of Jefferson Starship joins Maureen Muldoon @ Voice Box. Storytelling and music mix in this innovative idea created by Maureen Muldoon. Stories inspired by a given song are told. After each one, Richardson performs a song inspired by the just told story. After these stories and songs, audience members are invited to share stories though they must be kept to five sentences. Check out themes at voiceboxstories.com 
 

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw. 

FITZGERALDS  PRESENTS:

Chris Greene Quartet 

FREE SHOW! Click “Book Now” to reserve a table.

We always leave room for walk-ins so if you can’t find a reservation, don’t sweat it, c’mon over! 

Enjoy dinner from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw. 

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

GA-20 Returns to FITZGERALDS Nightclub
w/ special guest Tony Holiday 

$20 General Admission / Reserved Tables Available 

  Since 2018, GA-20 has been at the forefront of a traditional Blues revival. The dynamic throwback trio have long been disciples of the place where traditional Blues, Country and Rock ‘n’ Roll intersect. “We make records that we would want to listen to,” says guitarist Matt Stubbs. “It’s our take on the song-based traditional electric Blues we love.” Stubbs, along with guitarist & vocalist Cody Nilsen and drummer Josh Kiggans, strive to bring traditional Blues to the front lines of the modern roots music scene. “The focus for us has always been on the story, the melody, and on creating a mood,” Stubbs continues. “Traditional Country and Soul have all had these massive recent revivals. We want to be part of doing that for traditional Blues music.”

GA-20 has drawn inspiration for their old-school sounds from the music they love by artists such as Otis Rush, J.B. Lenoir, Howlin’ Wolf, Junior Wells, Hound Dog Taylor, Earl Hooker, Johnny ‘Guitar’ Watson and so many others. Performing with what feels like reckless abandon, GA-20 brings a timeless immediacy to every song they play with a sound that continues to grow and evolve. The band uses vintage instruments and amps to produce their authentic sound, and favours traditional recording techniques, like recording live off the floor together in one room, to help recreate that energy and sonic connection.

In their short history, GA-20 have been 3x #1 Billboard Blues chart toppers, 4x Boston Music Award winners for Best Blues Act, and have received multiple wins and nominations at the Blues Music Awards, Blues Blast Awards, New England Blues Awards, and have ascended streaming and radio charts at home and internationally. Medium.com has appropriately declared, “This is the kind of music that travels through time while taking from the era where it was born and turning it into something fresh. Dirty and raw…timeless and modern.”

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE (link to restaurant website)

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, minors admitted with guardian

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS A HAPPY HOUR CONCERT WITH: 

HILLBILLY FROLIC
FREE SHOW! Click “Book Now” to reserve a table.

Enjoy dinner from  BABYGOLD BARBECUE

**PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw. 

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

The FLAT FIVE Return to FITZGERALDS Nightclub 

$30 General Admission SEAT / Reserved Tables Available 

  Scott Ligon was a wunderkind from Peoria who cut his teeth on blues and jazz and was hand-picked by Terry Adams to front the latest version of NRBQ. Kelly Hogan was a punk-rock torch singer with Atlanta’s The Jody Grind, who made a name for herself in Chicago as a solo performer and versatile session singer with bands such as The Mekons and Tortoise. These two were thrown together for a last-minute gig and found that they had an immediate and effortless vocal blend. They began singing together regularly as a duo and soon added two Southside Chicago pals. 

Nora O’Connor was famous for her laser beam harmonies with Andrew Bird and Iron & Wine and her fearless ability to master any new instrument she’s handed; Casey McDonough (the real “Swiss Army Knife” of the band and a true ninja to those in the know) was tapped to share lead vocal duties with Brian Wilson on the 2017 Pet Sounds tour…with no rehearsals – oy! The final addition was ace drummer Alex Hall, a fixture at Chicago’s fabled Green Mill jazz club with The Fat Babies, The Modern Sounds, and Hammond whiz Chris Foreman’s combo.  

But as soon as The Flat Five was formed, they were kept apart by their ongoing recording and touring obligations with the acts listed above, and other heavy-hitters like Mavis Staples, Jakob Dylan, Robbie Fulks, Alejandro Escovedo, The New Pornographers, and Linda Gail Lewis. The Flat Five even became locally famous for playing only once a year! But some kind of musical magnet-pull kept bringing these true friends together — until they were finally able to put out their debut album, and now in 2020, Another World.

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE
Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***
There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***
21+, minors admitted with guardian

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS:

GROOVE WITNESS

FREE SHOW! 

Groove Witness is a 7 piece funk band from Chicago featuring, vocalist VERONICA KOTT , PAUL GULEZIAN on trumpet, MARCUS RANUCCI on tenor sax, NICOLAS RANUCCI on bari & alto sax, DAN PARKER on  bass, MIKE AMANDES on drums, and ROB ZETTL on guitar. 

Enjoy dinner before the show from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw. 

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS: 

THE CHICAGO SKYLINERS BIG BAND

FREE SHOW! CLICK "Book Now" For Table Reservations

FULL SERVICE DINING BY BABYGOLD BARBECUE AVAILABLE IN THE CLUB
 

The Chicago Skyliners Big Band was formed in 1988 for the sole purpose of prolonging the musical memory of the Big Band Era.

Members of the band in the early days were informed that this was not a major money making proposition, only a mission to keep Big Bands alive.

A house band at FitzGeralds Night Club in Berwyn since 1991, The Chicago Skyliners Big Band following has grown to become one of the top Big Bands in Chicagoland.

Blue Birdland Jazz recording artists, besides original material, the Band features the music of Count Basie, Buddy Rich, Sammy Nestico, Stan Kenton, and Maynard Ferguson to name a few.

Not your father’s big band music, the Chicago Skyliners feature contemporary arrangements of traditional big band hits. The Chicago Tribune stated, “This group consistently found the ideal tempo, style and phrasing for the scores they played.” Jazziz Magazine said, “The band has a surplus of exceptional soloists coupled with high powered ensemble playing.” Enjoy the big band swing sounds, America’s greatest contribution to world music history.

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

Mardi Gras Celebration w/ CJ CHENIER & The Red Hot Lousiana Band!

$45 General Admission 

    Creole-born C.J. Chenier was raised in an indigenous American culture with its distinctive language, cuisine and music. He delivers soulful vocals along with masterful accordion-driven Zydeco and Blues.

     Chenier, a GRAMMY®-nominated,  world-renowned musician and recording artist, has performed alongside many internationally recognized artists including his GRAMMY® awarded father, Clifton Chenier (“The King of Zydeco”), Paul Simon, Joe Sample and Ray Parker, Jr.

GUMBO, & MORE from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, minors admitted with guardian

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS:

JOEL PATERSON seen HERE

Joel Paterson can be seen all over Chicago playing with icons, cult heroes, jazz greats, blues legends, honky tonk revues, and back-bar bands, including Devil in a Woodpile.

Enjoy dinner from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

THE MOTH  seen  HERE

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

Seating is not guaranteed and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please be sure to arrive at least 10 minutes before the show. Admission is not guaranteed for late arrivals. All sales final. As many as 10 tickets may be available at the door for all of our StorySLAMs on a first-come, first-served basis.

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

Ernie Hendrickson Band w/ special guest Sophie Coyote

$15 General Admission SEAT / Reserved Tables Available 

Hailing from Shullsburg, Wisconsin, Ernie Hendrickson is a voice of American roots music and heartland rock, rooted in the storytelling traditions of artists like Tom Petty, John Hiatt, and Todd Snider. Raised in Illinois and shaped by the rich musical landscapes of the Midwest, Ernie has built a reputation as a perceptive lyricist and dynamic performer. His thoughtful songwriting captures both the joys and struggles of everyday life, weaving together humor, wisdom, and heartfelt emotion. With a career spanning multiple albums and collaborations with some of the finest musicians in the industry, Ernie continues to evolve as an artist, bringing an honest and soulful voice to American music. Whether performing solo or backed by a full band, his live shows reflect the depth of his craft, delivering songs that resonate with audiences across generations. Each performance is a unique exploration of melody
and spirit, a must-see for any music lover.

"Sophie Coyote is a singer/songwriter from the small mid-western town of Waddams Grove, Illinois. She was raised on a broad range of musical influences that include classic rock & roll, honky-tonk country and a bit of blues. This open mind of influence has led to a songwriting style that is reminiscent of the raw and honest age of music; lyrically driven with interesting stories, unique twists and word-play."

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE
Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***
There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***
21+, minors admitted with guardian

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

VANESSA COLLIER Returns to FITZGERALDS Historic Nightclub 

$25 General Admission / Reserved Tables Available 

 “The singer and sax player might as well go ahead and add another shelf to her trophy case because clearly, she’s going to need it. With a voice that often recalls that of blues-rock stalwart Bonnie Raitt, Collier turns up the heat… ” – AXS.com

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE (link to restaurant website)

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, minors admitted with guardian

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS:

THE MEADOWLARK LEMONS 

FREE SHOW! Click "Book Now" to  RSVP for guaranteed entry
 

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw. 

FAMILY FRIENDLY at FITZGERALDS!!

MR DAVE MUSIC 

1 TICKET PER FAMILY ($25) 

Imbued with themes of love, learning, positivity and activity, Mr. Dave revs up the fun-o-meter during his classes and live shows! Known for creating unbeatable beats, melodic elements and poetic rhymes, he’ll inspire movement from the youngest to the oldest members of the family. Mr. Dave’s original songs include messages around diversity, safety and acceptance plus, his catchy tunes mean you and your littles will listen to them over and over again! 
 

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

FITZGERALDS Presents:

GREG JACKS & BROTHER HELP seen HERE

Inspired by piano greats like Dr. John, Professor Longhair, and Allen Toussaint, Greg Jacks & Brother Help! bring the sights and sounds of New Orleans Rhythm & Blues to Chicago.  

FREE SHOW! Click “Book Now” to reserve a table.

We always leave room for walk-ins so if you can’t find a reservation, 

don’t sweat it, c’mon over!
 

Enjoy BRUNCH from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS: 

BRITISH BUDDY BIG BAND

FULL SERVICE DINING BY BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw. 

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

The STEEL WHEELS Return to FITZGERALDS

$25 General Admission Seat / Reserved Tables Available 

  20 years is a long time to spend doing anything at all. It’s an age for any group of people to sustain a collective effort. For a band on the road, 20 years can be more than a lifetime. Yet, after 2 decades of making music together in living rooms, listening rooms, clubs, theaters, and festival stages, The Steel Wheels are still growing, still pushing, still at it, and they’re marking the occasion with the release of their 9th studio album, “The Steel Wheels”. Following the release of “Sideways” in 2024, their 3rd record with producer Sam Kassirer at his Great North Sound Society studio in interior Maine, the band felt it was time for a change of scene. As the group began to select songs for a new album, they also had to find an answer to the question of where they would get down to the work of record-making. They didn’t know that answer was going to knock on their back door.

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***
There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***
21+, minors admitted with guardian

LIVE IN FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR:

Joe Policastro & Friends

FREE SHOW! Click “Book Now” to reserve a table.

And Hey: It's $5 Burger Night! 

Bassist Joe Policastro is a Chicago-based performer, composer, educator, and bandleader. Originally from Cincinnati, OH, he spent time performing in Europe, and settled in Chicago in early 2003. He is an in-demand bassist for vocalists, combos, and big bands alike. As a composer/arranger, he leads and a contributes to a wide array of ensembles. Visit the GROUPS page to find out more about the Joe Policastro Trio and other bands, projects, and collaborations.

Enjoy BRUNCH from BABYGOLD BARBECUE
 

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR Presents: 

FITZGERALDS HOLIDAY TEACHER HAPPY HOUR in SIDEBAR! 

TWO CENT DRINKS between 3-4pm. $1 Shrimp & Oyster specials starting at 4pm and FULL BABYGOLD BBQ Menu Available at 5pm. Bring your Teacher ID & RSVP so we know you're coming!

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, Minors admitted with guardian!

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR PRESENTS:

The Kathryn Lachey & Chris Siebold Duo 

FREE SHOW! Click “Book Now” to reserve a table

Chicago veteran musicians Kathryn Lachey and Chris Siebold play beautiful jazz, Americana, and vintage pop tunes with style and grace. Lachey is a Chicago singer/songwriter and bandleader who performs regularly around Chicago as a vocalist and keyboard player, using her inviting tone and playful harmonic approach to tell stories across genres. Siebold is a renowned Chicago guitarist and vocalist who has toured with Prairie Home Companion and Howard Levy, and he writes and arranges music for his own bands Psycles and Kick the Cat. Mainstays of the Chicago music scene, Kathryn & Chris use their captivating energy and wide harmonic palette to breathe new life into old favorites.

Enjoy dinner from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR PRESENTS:

The New Heartaches seen HERE

FREE SHOW! 

"We're back in town again spreading honky tonk around. Kick up your heels to the big bottom sound of the New Heartaches." 

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

IVAN SINGH Returns to FITZGERALDS Nightclub!

$20 General Admission / Reserved Tables Available 

  Ivan Singh is a Latino Blues Guitarist and Singer from Argentina, recently moved to Chicago with great acceptance in the Blues community and a growing FanBase of all ages and ethnicities.

A Rising Blues Sensation in Chicago with his Unique Style “LatinBlues” developed from his Spanglish lyrics, Homemade 4 string Guitar “Lata de Batata”, and 6 Piece Band which includes a Horn Section.

In addition to concerts around the States, Singh also tours in Different countriesbetween America, Europe, and Asia, where in 2023, he performed in "Mahindra Blues Fest India" alongside Buddy Guy, Taj Mahal, and Kingfish Ingram.

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE (link to restaurant website)

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, minors admitted with guardian

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS: 

GRANDSTAND BIG BAND

FREE! 

Click "Book Now" to make a reservation 
 

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR Presents: 

HENRY CARPENDER QUINTET

FREE SHOW! RESERVATION AVAILABLE!
 

Henry Carpender is a trombonist, composer, and educator based in the city of Chicago. An artist who is equally informed by his classical training, love of Jazz, and childhood playing rock music (primarily with his father John Carpender), Henry's playing and writing is a charming blend of punchy, sensitive, quirky, and dripping with love for life and self expression. Henry's dedication to music making began at age 13 when he played his first gig with the much beloved local band Expo '76. Since then, through both his education and the beginning of his professional freelance career, Henry has been fortunate enough to share the stage with Dag Juhlin, Billy Harper, Robbie Fulks, Tanya Darby, Cathy Richardson, NRBQ and the Canadian Brass. Henry has also enjoyed a healthy start to a career as a private instructor and group music educator, running a small studio of dedicated middle and high schoolers across the Chicagoland area. When he's not playing or teaching, he can be found playing video games, cooking a new dish, or relaxing on Montrose beach.

This show will be an opportunity to premiere new work, revisit some favorites, and share arrangements of some of Henry's favorite artists. 

Tommy Sagins on Drums, Jack Sundstrom on Bass, Aval Stanley on Keys, and special guests Abram Collier on Bari Sax & Voice, and Ricardo Jimenez on Trumpet and Voice

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

ALL AGES!

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

Louis Michot Returns to FITZGERALDS Historic Nightclub

$20 General Admission SEAT / Reserved Tables Available 

Louis Michot is a Grammy award winning fiddle player and singer for Lost Bayou Ramblers, and in 2023 released his debut solo album “Rêve de Troubadour”. In 2018, Michot founded Nouveau Electric Records, promoting experimental and traditional around Louisiana French. In early 2020 Louis was named ‘Louisianian of the Year’ in 2020 along with his brother Andre. Louis began incorporating solar technology into his music operations in 2020, with a solar powered studio and a mobile solar music stage dubbed the “Solar Roller” This work also bled into doing hurricane relief work as noted in Rolling Stone (Can This Cajun-Punk Musician Protect His Culture From Climate Change?, September 16, 2021) while raising funds to procure solar generators and panels for residents of Terrebonne Parish affected by Hurricane Ida, as written about in New Yorker magazine (The Lost Bayou Ramblers Get Lit, January 3, 2022).

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE
Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***
There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***
21+, minors admitted with guardian

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

LOS STRAITJACKETS & DEKE DICKERSON Rockin' Dance Party 

$35 General Admission / Reserved Tables Available 

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE (link to restaurant website)

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, minors admitted with guardian

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR PRESENTS:

SOUL MESSAGE BAND 
 

FREE SHOW! Click “Book Now” to reserve a table.

We always leave room for walk-ins so if you can’t find a reservation, 

don’t sweat it, c’mon over!

Chris Foreman is a masterful musician and heir to the throne occupied by the soulful, bluesy jazz organ legends who were once his influence. Blind at birth, Foreman started playing piano at age five and began formal training at seven. As a teenager he was attracted to the organ sounds of Jack McDuff, Groove Holmes, JimmySmith and Jimmy McGriff. This attraction led Chris to pursue playing jazz on the organ, which he undertook through intensive study of recordings. Unlike many African- American musicians whose musical knowledge begins and is established through the church, Chris didn't start his apprenticeship as a church organist until he was almost twenty years old – well after his jazz roots were established. He has arrived at a most exciting blend of blues-gospel and jazz and has developed a stunning command and range on the instrument. The blend of his sound is evident in his professional experience, which has included work with Hank Crawford, Albert Collins, Bernard Purdie, The Mighty Blue Kings and Deep Blue Organ Trio.

Drummer Greg Rockingham began playing when he was just three years old and debuted as a professional musician at age five in his father's jazz ensemble. An alumnus of the famed Interlochen Arts Academy and Northeastern University, he has won numerous musical awards from the Notre Dame Jazz Festival. Greg has performed or recorded with a wide range of famous names, including the orchestras of Glenn Miller and Guy Lombardo, vocalists Freddie Cole, Patty Page and Jerry Vale and instrumentalists Nat Adderley, Kenny Burrell, Charles Earland, Irene Reid, Ellis Marsalis, Nancy Wilson, and Deep Blue Organ Trio.

Lee Rothenberg was born in Philadelphia and started playing guitar at the age of 14 after studying classical piano for 8 years. His obsession with jazz began at age 16 after spending a summer at Interlochen Arts Camp where he devoted many hours listening to Wes Montgomery, Miles Davis, and John Coltrane in the listening library. He moved to Evanston, IL in 2000 to attend Northwestern University where he studied with jazz pianist Mike Kocour. Since his arrival in 2005, guitarist Lee Rothenberg has emerged as an in-demand sideman in the Chicago Jazz Scene. Noted for a style that is deeply rooted in the Jazz Guitar Tradition, Lee's playing exhibits the sacred elements of melody, swing, and creativity. Lee has performed as both a leader and sideman at venues such as The Green Mill, Andy's, the Jazz Showcase, Pete Millers's, and the Jazz Estate with a venerable list of chicago artists such as Chris Forman, Dennis Carroll, Greg Rockingham, George Fludas, Greg Ward, Dan Trudell, and Bobby Broom. Currently he is working on a quartet record with legendary Multi-Instrumentalist, Ira Sullivan that includes Dennis Carroll on bass, and George Fludas on drums. Stay tuned!! “Lee Rothenberg is a confident, groovin' player that pulls his own weight!!", Chris Foreman.

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

BRIAN LUPO

$25 / General Admission

Guitarist, Brian Lupo, was born on the northwest side of Chicago on November 18, 1976. A graduate of Notre Dame High School, Lupo (who had always been a fan of rock and roll – especially, The Allman Brothers Band) was a late bloomer when it came to playing blues guitar. In fact, he did not pick up the instrument until 1996 (at the age of 20). Still, once he picked up that first Fender Stratocaster, he would rarely be seen without it again. He spent the next 5 years wood-shedding intensely and honing his unique sound. He immersed himself in the classic recordings of artists such as Muddy Waters and B.B. King. When he finally did come up for air, he found himself a much sought after sideman for some of the most popular singers on Chicago’s hard-scrabble west side. 

In 2002, he accepted a regular weekly gig with the indomitable Willie D. & The All Stars – performing every Friday and Sunday night at The 290 Sport & Juice Bar. It was during this period that Lupo cut his teeth in a live setting and learned how to play within the context of an ensemble. Over the course of the next 3 years, he played behind Willie D. and a parade of the west side’s finest blues and soul vocalists. One of those vocalists, Nora Jean Wallace, hired Lupo to play behind her on various festival dates across both the U.S. And Canada. His guitar playing which is heavily influenced by Albert Collins, Johnny “Guitar” Watson, and Albert King can be heard on Nora Jean’s first two recordings.

In 2006, Lupo, became disillusioned with the Chicago music scene, and pulled up roots to re-locate in Las Vegas, NV. It was there, in the desert, that he would almost inconceivably reinvent himself (and support his young family) as a professional poker player! Finally, in 2014, family obligations brought Lupo back to his Chicago roots and the blues music he so deeply loved. Brian Lupo and his band currently perform in and around Chicago at top blues clubs including Rosa’s Lounge and the Harlem Ave Lounge.

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

BLUEGRASS BRUNCH in the NIGHTCLUB

featuring: THE BOX BAND seen HERE

FREE SHOW! Click “Book Now” to reserve a table.

We always leave room for walk-ins so if you can’t find a reservation, 

don’t sweat it, c’mon over!

Some bands play shows, some bands make memories. With hundreds of performances spanning the last 8 years, The Box Band is well experienced in making memories for audiences young and old. The quartet (Drums/Fiddle/Guitar/Mandolin) plays a unique blend of bluegrass/folk/blues that always leaves audiences wanting more. The band prides itself on not only delivering a high quality musical experience but also an engaging one that makes everyone in attendance feel like they are part of the show.

Enjoy BRUNCH from BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

SHOUT SECTION BIG BAND – 7pm

Shout Section burst on to the scene in 2007. Since then, we've been entertaining audiences at swing dances, city concerts, school clinics, weddings and corporate events all over the Midwest. We've been featured on WGN TV, WBEZ radio, and on the nationally syndicated television show, "Vampire Diaries." Staffed by some of the best musicians in the Chicago area, you're going to love listening to and dancing to Shout Section Big Band!

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

FITZGERALDS PRESENTS:
VOICEBOX w/ Catchy Richardson: 

$15.00 General Admission 
21 + , MINORS ADMITTED W/ GUARDIAN

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE
Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

Cathy Richardson of Jefferson Starship joins Maureen Muldoon @ Voice Box. Storytelling and music mix in this innovative idea created by Maureen Muldoon. Stories inspired by a given song are told. After each one, Richardson performs a song inspired by the just told story. After these stories and songs, audience members are invited to share stories though they must be kept to five sentences. Check out themes at voiceboxstories.com 
 

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw. 

THE MOTH  seen  HERE

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

Seating is not guaranteed and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please be sure to arrive at least 10 minutes before the show. Admission is not guaranteed for late arrivals. All sales final. As many as 10 tickets may be available at the door for all of our StorySLAMs on a first-come, first-served basis.

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

Dale Watson and his Lone Stars at FITZGERALDS Nightclub!

$30 General Admission / Reserved Tables Available 

  Dale Watson is an award-winning hardest working real country musician and producer who has been creating music and performing live for over 40 years. He has shared the stage with such icons as Merle Haggard, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, and Kris Kristofferson, just to name a few. He has been seen on David Letterman, Jimmy Kimmel, and Austin City Limits, but most of the time, he is touring the world, killing it forhis fans, keeping the country music roots sound alive. With over 30 albums and singles, Dale knows his way around the recording studio, which is why he built Wat-sun Studio in Memphis, Tennessee, complete with the 1937 board from Sun Studio.
 

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE (link to restaurant website)

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, minors admitted with guardian

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR Presents: 

FITZGERALDS HOLIDAY TEACHER HAPPY HOUR in SIDEBAR! 

TWO CENT DRINKS between 3-4pm. $1 Shrimp & Oyster specials starting at 4pm and FULL BABYGOLD BBQ Menu Available at 5pm. Bring your Teacher ID & RSVP so we know you're coming!

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, Minors admitted with guardian!

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR PRESENTS:

THE DONNA HERULA BAND!

FREE SHOW! Click “Book Now” to RSVP for guaranteed entry.

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE
 

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, Minors admitted with guardian!

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

CALIFONE Returns to FITZGERALDS 

$35 General Admission / Reserved Tables Available 

  Califone is an acclaimed musical project centered around Tim Rutili and a regular and rotating cast of contributors. Formed out of the Chicago band Red Red Meat, they've been exploring the tension between experimental noise, acoustic texture, technology, humanity, cinematic images and microscopic poetry since 1998 with over a dozen albums of sleeper hits and enduring classics.  

Califone’s  latest albums, 2023’s Villagers and 2025’s The Villager’s Companiontake us through the heart of Califone’s magic: reverb-drenched piano chords, electronic whirs, and layers of experimental noise. Guided by Tim Rutili’s abstract, fragmented lyrics—both strange and familiar—delivered through his warm, well-worn vocals, it creates an experience as evocative as it is haunting. Often passing through what seem to be the spaces between radio frequencies, the stations never meant to be heard. Crackles of static, feedback loops, and fleeting signals bloom into meditative moments, with each sound given space to breathe, unravel, and shimmer in slow decay. The result resonates deeply, transforming what might be noise into something profound, hypnotic, and totally immersive. Like sitting in awe on the porch swing at the end of the world, Califone’s latest marvels at the edge of the universe spreading into the darkness of infinity.
 

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE (link to restaurant website)

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, minors admitted with guardian

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

William Elliott Whitmore Returns to FITZGERALDS Nightclub 

$35 General Admission SEAT / $40/seat Reserved Tables

  Born and raised on a small farm in Lee County Iowa, a love of the land has always been an important part of William Elliott Whitmore’s life. An appreciation for nature and its cycles being taught from an early age. That awareness of birth and death is a constant theme in the songwriting, through a lens of hopefulness and acceptance. These things unify us as people, a theme that is often explored in the music. With a banjo, guitar and kick drum, Whitmore seeks to convey these ideas. For over twenty years he has traveled the world, performing everywhere from Rome, Italy to Rome, Georgia. He’s played basements, backyards, festival stages, and Carnegie Hall, and has no plans to stop anytime soon. “Life is hard, nasty, and unforgiving at times”, Whitmore says, “but it’s beautiful too, and music can be a reminder of what we all have in common, a desire to keep putting one foot in front of the other.”

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE
Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***
There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***
21+, minors admitted with guardian

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

Them Coulee Boys Return to FITZGERALDS Historic Nightclub

$25 General Admission / Reserved Tables Available 

 Over the course of five albums, including 2019’s Die Happy (produced by Trampled By Turtles’ Dave Simonett) and 2025’s No Fun in the Chrysalis (produced by Grammy winner Brian Joseph), the band has garnered international attention and earned press in Americana UK, American Songwriter, Ditty TV, Folk Alley, and The Bluegrass Situation. The band has played support to Trampled by Turtles, Los Lobos, Old Crow Medicine Show and Band of Heathens. No Depression writes of the recent release, “a remarkably wide-ranging, enduringly sympathetic examination of the human condition.”

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE (link to restaurant website)

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, minors admitted with guardian

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

PETER CASE Returns to FITZGERALDS!

$22 General Admission Seating / Reserved Tables Available

  "I try to take things I love and use them in a new way,” said triple Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Peter Caseof his 16th solo albumDoctor Moan. Case brings his considerablesongwriting ability to an 11-song collection, largely performed on piano, including his firstsolo recorded instrumental. Released by Sunset Blvd Records on March 31, Case’s piano-based songs are emotionally, sonically and stylistically rich.

As a founding member of the early punk era trio The Nerves, in 1977 Case toured thenation sharing bills with the Ramones, Mink DeVille, Pere Ubu, and Devo. The Nervessingle “Hanging on the Telephone,” was covered by Blondie. In 1979, Case formed thePlimsouls, a record-breaking live act in California, recording albums for Planet/Elektraand Geffen. Their independent single, “A Million Miles Away,” entered the Billboard charts andremains a garage rock standard, performed by bands around the world. The band performed inthe cult classic filmValley Girland the Nerves and Plimsouls timeless teenage rock ‘n’ rollcontinues to appeal to fans of each new generation.

After the Plimsouls, Case rediscovered his musical roots on his self-titled solo debut,produced by T Bone Burnett. TheNew York TimesdeclaredPeter Casethe best albumof 1986. It earned a five-starRolling Stonereview and a Grammy nomination. As one ofthe first songwriters of his generation to turn from rock music toward an acoustic sound,Case also helped usher in what became known as Americana music.
 

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, minors admitted with guardian

FITZGERALDS SIDEBAR Presents: 

FITZGERALDS TEACHER HAPPY HOUR in SIDEBAR! 

TWO CENT DRINKS between 3-4pm. $1 Shrimp & Oyster specials starting at 4pm and FULL BABYGOLD BBQ Menu Available at 5pm. Bring your Teacher ID & RSVP so we know you're coming!

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, Minors admitted with guardian!

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS:

SILKWORM at FITZGERALDS Nightclub

$25 General Admission (limited seats, mostly Standing Room Only) 

Founded in 1987, SILKWORM is a storied and beloved rock band, revered among many of those in the know. The band released nine richly distinctive, influential albums and "a bunch" of singles, EPs, and compilations over an eighteen-year period, as well as touring worldwide in North America, Europe, and Asia, notably playing every state in the continental USA except Delaware.

The group recently played together as a dual-guitar quartet for the first time in thirty years, at Steve Albini’s memorial in late July 2024. 

The experience was so rewarding that they began to discuss regrouping for some additional events…which led them to poking at the best possible options for doing so…

JOEL R.L. PHELPS – guitar, vocals

ANDREW COHEN – guitar, vocals

TIMOTHY MIDYETT – bass, vocals

JEFFREY PANALL – drums

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

***AGE RESTRICTIONS***

21+, minors admitted with guardian

THE MOTH  seen  HERE

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

Seating is not guaranteed and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please be sure to arrive at least 10 minutes before the show. Admission is not guaranteed for late arrivals. All sales final. As many as 10 tickets may be available at the door for all of our StorySLAMs on a first-come, first-served basis.

The GRANDE FINALE! TWO CENT DRINKS between 3-4pm. FULL BABYGOLD BBQ Menu Available at 4pm. Bring your Teacher ID & RSVP so we know you're coming!

THE MOTH  seen  HERE

Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE

Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

***PARKING***

There is rather limited street parking in the area, we recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.  

Seating is not guaranteed and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please be sure to arrive at least 10 minutes before the show. Admission is not guaranteed for late arrivals. All sales final. As many as 10 tickets may be available at the door for all of our StorySLAMs on a first-come, first-served basis.