Join us for the First Friday Music Series, an evening of live music that will take place on Sheridan Rd. between Loyola and Pratt. Enjoy performances on Sister Jean Plaza by the Loyola Red Line station and outdoor patios at Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers, Mama’s African Cuisine, Khmai, The 400 Theater, Great Wall, Arepa Pa’ Los Pana and Giordano’s.

Mark your calendars for May 1, June 5, and September 4 and prepare for a musical journey from Bossa Nova to Jazz and everything in between.

Plan for a drink or dinner at one of our participating restaurant patios, or swing by Sister Jean plaza for additional music plus pop-up dance performances, giant crossword puzzles, and refreshments available while supplies last. Don’t miss out on these unforgettable nights of music, community, and fun at the First Friday Music Series on Sheridan Road.

In partnership with Loyola University and sponsor by Sheridan Road Special Service Area #54.

Friday, September 4, 2026

	6 – 7 p.m.	7 – 8 p.m.
Sister Jean Plaza (CTA Loyola station) 6538 N. Sheridan Rd.   Giant Crossword Puzzle	Kiki in the Country with Kollapsible Pony Synapse Arts Dance Group synapsearts.com	Kiki in the Country with Kollapsible Pony Synapse Arts Dance Group synapsearts.com
Raising Cane’s 6568 N. Sheridan Rd.	Ryan Burns www.rburnsmusic.com	Nate Torrence www.instagram.com/americanalghoza
Khmai 6580 N Sheridan Rd.	Val Leventhal & Patrick Reninger www.facebook.com/val.leventhal	Val Leventhal & Patrick Reninger www.facebook.com/val.leventhal
Mama’s African Kitchen 6606 N. Sheridan Rd.	Jory Avner www.joryavner.com	TBA
The 400 Theater 6746 N. Sheridan Rd.	Vivian Garcia www.viviangarcia.bandcamp.com	Andy Mitchell www.heandymitchell.bandcamp.com
Giordano’s 6836 N. Sheridan Rd.	The Snobs	Eddy Green www.eddygreen.com