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A West Loop standout, Recess at 838 W Kinzie St puts a playful spin on Chicago nightlife. The industrial-chic venue centers on one of the city’s largest patios, with container-style bars, colorful design, and room to move. Inside, flexible staging and clear sightlines keep you close to the action for DJ sets, pop-up performances, and ticketed themed parties.
Recess events span after-work mixers, weekend day parties, late-night sets, brand takeovers, and holiday blowouts. Expect mostly standing room with clusters of high-tops, banquettes, and semi-private lounge zones available by reservation for select shows. Craft cocktails, modern bar bites, and a tuned sound system keep the vibe lively without drowning conversation.
Steps from Fulton Market, the venue sits near CTA Green and Pink Line stops, with rideshare pickup on Kinzie and convenient nearby garages. Many late shows are 21+, and entry policies vary by event, so check your ticket details. Buy Recess tickets from Vivid Seats for secure checkout, a 100% Buyer Guarantee, and rewards that help you get to more live moments.
Recess ticket prices vary by event, day and other variables. Currently, Recess tickets start at $38, with an average price of $72.
Finding cheap tickets at the Recess is easy with Vivid Seats. Check prices for any event by clicking on the name of the event you're interested in. The most affordable Recess tickets typically appear at the top of the event page, with premium or lower-level seats listed below.
From front-row seats near the stage or court to upper-level options that offer a wider view of the action, Vivid Seats can help you find just the right tickets to help you experience it live. To view an interactive Recess seating chart and seat views, click the individual event at Recess that you'd like to browse tickets for. Our Recess seating map will show you the venue setup for your event, along with ticket prices for various sections.
Doors usually open between 60 to 90 minutes before the scheduled start time. For the most accurate information, check before you go.
Yes, Recess suite or VIP seats may be available depending on the event. Select your event, then use the map and filters to view suites, club, or box listings.
In general, at Recess or other venues, bag policies regularly change to accommodate new guidelines and protocols. It's best to consult the venue's website for the Recess bag policy. However, some general guidelines for venue bag policies may be helpful to consider for Recess
Small, hand-held clutches (4.5" x 6.5") are better options than large purses and are your best bet for an acceptable bag. Clear bags are better than opaque backpacks. Medical bags or kits are usually accepted at venues like Recess, but may be subject to inspection or X-ray. Items likely not permitted at Recess include (but are not limited to) camera equipment, laptops, flashlights, drones, strollers, and laser pointers.
Yes, there are several hotels near Recess to fit every budget and preference. For specific information on hotels, restaurants, and more around Recess, we recommend checking out the official Recess website.
Many venues now operate cashless for food, beverage, and merchandise. Most accept major credit and debit cards as well as mobile payments like Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Samsung Pay
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