Hotels for Gracie Abrams: The Look at My Life Tour presented by Capital One

A Friday night stop on a tour built around confessional, diary-style songwriting that has pulled in a young, heavily female fanbase who dress for the occasion and arrive early to swap friendship bracelets outside. Expect a seated and standing mix, phone torches during the ballads, and a crowd that sings every word back louder than the speakers.

Doors open well before the 8pm start, so the plaza and surrounding streets fill up fast with groups meeting for photos beforehand. It's as much a social night out as a gig, with the atmosphere building steadily from the opening chords.

Home to both the Bulls and the Blackhawks, the United Center on Chicago's Near West Side is one of the busiest arenas in the United States, also hosting the biggest concerts. The surrounding area is a mix of residential streets and sports bars, with downtown's dining and nightlife a short ride away.

Buses and nearby transit link into the Loop. Booking a room downtown or nearby lets you reach the arena easily by rideshare or transit and enjoy the city once the event ends.