Best clubs in Chicago, IL (2026)
Top 5 by Club Score
- FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB (score 86.8): 38 club, party or rave nights in the next 60 days, events on 23 of the next 30 days.
- Hydrate Nightclub (score 65.9): 20 club, party or rave nights in the next 60 days, events on 11 of the next 30 days.
- The Renaissance Bronzville (score 44.0): 8 club, party or rave nights in the next 60 days, events on 4 of the next 30 days.
- Three Top Lounge (score 34.4): 2 club, party or rave nights in the next 60 days, events on 2 of the next 30 days.
- Subterranean (score 21.2): 3 club, party or rave nights in the next 60 days, events on 5 of the next 30 days.
Ranking table
| Rank | Venue | Score | Club nights (60 days) | Active dates (30 days) | Nightlife share | Next event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB | 86.8 | 38 | 23 | 56% | |
| 2 | Hydrate Nightclub | 65.9 | 20 | 11 | 100% | |
| 3 | The Renaissance Bronzville | 44.0 | 8 | 4 | 100% | |
| 4 | Three Top Lounge | 34.4 | 2 | 2 | 100% | |
| 5 | Subterranean | 21.2 | 3 | 5 | 43% |
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How we rank
PartyJunky Club Score, version 1.2
- Window
- Club nights: next 60 days. Active dates: next 30 days. To rank, a venue needs at least 2 club, party or rave events in the next 60 days and a nightlife share of at least 30%.
- Data
- Ticketmaster Discovery Feed (event facts), updated hourly
- Formula
score = 100 x (0.5 x clubNights60 / top clubNights60 in the city + 0.3 x nightlifeShare + 0.2 x activeDates30 / top activeDates30 in the city). Ties: earlier next event, then venue name. Venues in the same state as the city are listed first; venues from other states follow, marked with their town and state.
| Criterion | Weight | What we measure |
|---|---|---|
| Club nights | 50% | Club, party and rave events in the next 60 days, relative to the top venue in the city |
| Nightlife share | 30% | Share of the venue events that are club nights, parties or raves |
| Active dates | 20% | Distinct dates with any event in the next 30 days, relative to the top venue in the city |
Method details and corrections: About our data.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best club in Chicago, IL right now?
In our Club Score, FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB ranks first, with 38 club, party or rave nights in the next 60 days. The score counts upcoming events. It does not rate the music, the crowd or the drinks.
How do you rank the clubs?
We use the PartyJunky Club Score (version 1.2): 50% club nights, 30% nightlife share, 20% active dates. A venue needs at least 2 club, party or rave events in the next 60 days and a nightlife share of at least 30% to rank.
How often does this list change?
The event data refreshes every hour. The ranking changes when venues add or remove events.
Why is a club missing from the list?
A venue needs at least 2 club, party or rave events in the next 60 days and a nightlife share of at least 30% in the Ticketmaster Discovery Feed. Clubs that sell tickets elsewhere, or only at the door, do not appear. Tell us at [info@partyjunky.com](mailto:info@partyjunky.com).
Do clubs pay to be on this list?
No. The score uses only the published method and event data. No venue can pay for a position.