Exciting Events in Chicago This Weekend

Chicago Air and Water Show

Prepare to be amazed by the Chicago Air and Water Show, a thrilling display over the city this weekend. Expect to see the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, the U.S. Army Golden Knights Parachute Team, and civilian pilots Susan Dacy and Kevin Coleman in action. The event occurs from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on August 15-16, with a rehearsal on August 14, centered around North Avenue Beach, 1600 N. DuSable Lake Shore Drive. For more information, visit chicago.gov.

Brahms X Radiohead

Ravinia presents a unique musical blend with Steve Hackman’s “hybrid orchestration,” combining Brahms’s First Symphony with Radiohead’s “OK Computer.” The Chicago Symphony Orchestra, alongside three guest vocalists, will shift seamlessly between these musical pieces. Experience this at 7:30 p.m. on August 14 at Ravinia Festival, 201 Ravinia Park Road, Highland Park. Tickets start from $30 and are available at ravinia.org.

Mon Laferte

Catch Latin Grammy Award-winner Mon Laferte at Allstate Arena, following her latest album, “Femme Fatale Vol. 2.” Described as ambitious and engaging, this performance is set for 8 p.m. on August 15 at Allstate Arena, 6920 N. Mannheim Road, Rosemont. Tickets begin at $56.45, available at rosemont.com.

James Austin Johnson

Known for his Trump impersonations on “Saturday Night Live,” James Austin Johnson brings his “Ideal Man” stand-up tour to Den Theatre. Act quickly as two shows are sold out. Performances are at 7:15 p.m. on August 14 and at 7:15 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. on August 15 at 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. Tickets are from $28 with a two-item minimum, available at thedentheatre.com.

Tori Amos

Tori Amos, active since the mid-’90s, showcases her latest album, “In Times of Dragons,” which reflects on political challenges. The performance is set for 8 p.m. on August 14 at the Auditorium Theatre, 50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive. Tickets start from $47.80, available at auditoriumtheatre.org.

Moe. and Umphrey’s McGee

Jam band enthusiasts, join Chicago’s Umphrey’s McGee and moe. at Ravinia for genre-bending performances. Attend this event at 6:30 p.m. on August 15, at Ravinia Festival, 201 Ravinia Park Road, Highland Park. Tickets are from $60, available at ravinia.org.

K-Love Live

CeCe Winans headlines “K-LOVE Live,” a Christian music showcase featuring Jeremy Camp and Andrew Ripp. The show is at 7 p.m. on August 16, at the Chicago Theatre, 175 N. State St. Tickets start from $85.45, available at msg.com.

Elston Skate Club

Grab your skates for the Elston Skate Club event at the Salt Shed. Engage in lessons, races, contests, and enjoy music by live DJs. Takes place from 3-10 p.m. on August 16 at 1357 N. Elston Ave. Tickets begin at $21.38, available at saltshedchicago.com.

World’s Largest Karaoke

The Salt Shed and Empty Bottle aim to set a record for the World’s Largest Karaoke. Join in for this fun, free event from 4-10 p.m. on August 15 at 1357 N. Elston Ave. More details are available at saltshedchicago.com.

Fan Expo

Meet stars like Kurt Russell, William Shatner, and many others at Fan Expo. From now through August 16, visit the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 5555 N. River Road, Rosemont. Tickets start from $51 at fanexpohq.com.