The Chicago Magic Lounge

A hidden gem in the Windy City focused on creating magical experiences for the public. Learn more about what makes this club so special.

Vanessa Armstrong
The Chicago Magic Lounge
The performance bar at the Chicago Magic Lounge, photo by Hall + Merrick
about the author
Vanessa Armstrong
Vanessa is Genii’s associate editor as well as a writer focused on history, culture, and entertainment with bylines at The New York Times, Smithsonian magazine, The Atlantic, and other publications.
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In PerformanceSecretsJune 2025