HeyNonnyAH

HeyNonnyAH is a top-notch live music venue and American restaurant located on S. Vail Avenue in Arlington Heights, offering excellent food and drinks alongside incredible performances from both local and touring musicians. With ticketed concerts taking place six nights a week, Hey Nonny has earned a reputation as the finest small music venue in the United States, providing an exceptional audio experience and fostering a genuine connection between the artists and the audience. Additionally, guests can enjoy Hey Nonny's delightful farm-to-table bistro, serving scrumptious meals, snacks, and exquisite craft cocktails. Don't miss out on their special Bluegrass Brunch on Saturdays and Jazz Brunch on Sundays for an unforgettable weekend treat.
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06/26/2026

NEW SHOWS ON SALE!

7.15 Gin, Chocolate and Bottle Rockets: Legends in Harmony, A Tribute to the Trio
7.29 First Person Live
8.5 Heather Horton w/Gerald Dowd
8.18 Skip Griparis

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06/25/2026

Action packed weekend coming up!

6.26 Hey Day Happy Hour - Music by Lynn Live Vocals
6.26 The Brothers Sinatra
6.27 Hey Day Saturday Happy Hour - Music by Ian Leith
6.27 Kevin Mileski
6.27 Nightcap Music Series - Music by Nigel Mack

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06/24/2026

We had a whole crew of Nonny Club members gather last Friday to enjoy the stylings of Special Consensus! We gotta say, we're loving the outfits! It's actually a fact that as soon as you put your Nonny Club tee on, you start smiling ear to ear. The proof is in the picture.

If you fancy yourself a music lover and want to get yourself a cool t-shirt and a bunch of other Hey Nonny related perks, consider becoming a Nonny Clubber! You can learn all about it at heynonny.com!

06/22/2026

SHOWS THIS WEEK!

6.23 Mortal Fools Play "Wonderland Revisited"
6.24 First Person Live
6.25 Thursday Night After Party: Music by Matt Krahula
6.26 The Brothers Sinatra
6.27 Kevin Mileski

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06/21/2026

Coffee with Chip!

Last week, our fabulous talent buyer, Katie Weston, and Patricia and I were at the
annual convention of the National Independent Venue Association (NIVA). NIVA’s
mission is to promote “independent” venues, which generally means venues not
controlled by the two huge entities (Live Nation and AEG) that unfairly dominate our country’s concert world. As you may have read, Live Nation was recently found guilty of being an illegal monopoly. For consumers, that illegal monopoly means that you pay much higher prices for Live Nation concerts than you would in a competitive market. Live Nation does this in part by trying to put independent venues out of business.

But there’s more than just money at stake for the public. At our NIVA event, one
frequent theme was the crucial role that independent venues play in creating cultural communities. Simply put, because independent venues are almost always locally owned and operated, they tend to be very supportive of local talent and incubators for local initiatives, programs and charities. Local culture, and local folks collaborating to improve local life, are the very essence of what makes people like where they live. If you believe that, you should support local music venues – and think hard about feeding the Live Nation illegal monopoly.

Fortunately, Chicago is blessed with tons of great independent venues – almost all of which are huge assets to their local communities. Besides their importance to
communities, venues are important economic engines. Illinois music venues contribute $2.3 billion annually to our state’s GDP, and support 26,000 jobs. All this generates $290 million annually in state and local taxes. I’m sorry to report that this is a struggle in Arlington Heights – our Village has a hard time appreciating that Hey Nonny is a music venue. Our NIVA convention was in Minneapolis – a city that has affirmatively embraced the great music culture there. Hoping for progress here!

06/19/2026

NEW SHOWS ON SALE!

8.4 Denise La Grassa Band
8.19 Emily Kuhn Quintet
10.22 Gary Thomas: Sinatra '56-Songs for Swingin’ Lovers

Tickets available at heynonny.com now!

06/18/2026

The weekend is almost here!

6.19 Hey Day Happy Hour - Music by Dan Maguire
6.19 Special Consensus
6.20 Hey Day Saturday Happy Hour - Music by David Hayes
6.20 Painted Canyon Music w/Kevin Andrew Prchal
6.20 Nightcap Music Series - Music by Eric Butler

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06/16/2026

SHOWS THIS WEEK!

6.16 Recession Seven
6.18 Thursday Night After Party: Music by Gandy Gumbo
6.19 Special Consensus
6.20 Painted Canyon Music w/Kevin Andrew Prchal

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06/14/2026

COFFEE WITH KATIE

Chip, Patricia and I were able to attend NIVA(National Independent Venue Association) ‘26 conference in Minneapolis last week (*evidenced in post photos). The conference brings together over 1,000 people from across the music industry to learn, engage and support independent venues. It was insightful, fun and we got to meet and see tons of people we generally only get to know via email.
T makes you realize the vast network of relationships we have to create to make Hey Nonny what it is and foundationally, it’s what we are built on like many small venues and businesses.
Truly, not one of these relationships is more important than the other. They have to work symbiotically and each holds equal weight.
The relationship with our patrons- we strive to make that special by ownership chatting at your table to management knowing you by name.
And those relationships you don’t see as a guest- the artists, agents, vendors, other venues, the community, etc.
From building relationships with music agents so they’ll send us artists to play the stage, to the relationships with the artists that come to Hey Nonny. This one is full circle- need to be nice to the agents so they’ll send us music and need to be nice to the artists so they’ll tell the agent we are cool.
Independent venues for support and advice. We can call to bounce ideas or see how a musician fared at their venue.
Our vendors for food, ticketing, livestreaming, etc. We need them, they need us.
I guess, at the end of the day, it’s about those relationships building into a community you feel proud to be a part of. I may be biased but I think Hey Nonny generally does a damn good job at this. From our staff to our partnerships and engaging with the community.
I think the foundation of Hey Nonny was laid well and we will continue to build on it because, well, we’re just really cool that way.
*Photos taken at NIVA. Photo 1- First Avenue in Minneapolis. Look closely- Chip and I are blurry blobs leaving the venue. Photo2-us with our partner, Volume, our livestream partner. Photo 3-us with OpenDate and a friend from a venue in STL. OpenDate is our management lifeblood- booking, CRM, ticketing. Photo 4- with our friend and Executive Director of Chicago Independent Venue League(CIVL), Billy Helmkamp.

06/12/2026

NEW SHOWS ON SALE!

7.24 Hey Comedy Headlined by: Adam Burke Comedian (wait wait dont tell me); Featuring: Dina Lewis; Hosted by: Brando Harris
8.29 Cogs Trio
9.4 ROLLOVER ft. Louie Zagoras
9.11 An Evening With The Abram Collier Nonet
11.20 Duke Tumatoe

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06/11/2026

A little weekend preview for your viewing pleasure.

6.12 Hey Day Happy Hour - Music by Sean Heffernan
6.12 Harmonious Wail
6.13 Hey Day Saturday Happy Hour - Music by Jon Gram
6.13 Chicago Rock Exchange Plays Music of 1967
6.13 Nightcap Music Series - Music by Quinn Miller

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Address

10 S. Vail Avenue
Arlington Heights, IL
60005

To get to S. Vail Avenue in Arlington Heights, you have a few options for public transport and driving/parking:

Public Transport:
1. Metra Train: Take the Union Pacific Northwest Line to Arlington Heights Station. From there, walk south on S. Vail Avenue for about 5 minutes.

2. Pace Bus: Depending on your location, you can take various Pace bus routes that serve Arlington Heights. Get off at the Arlington Heights Metra Station and walk south on S. Vail Avenue.

Driving/Parking:
1. From Downtown Chicago: Take I-90 W towards Rockford and exit at Arlington Heights Road North. Continue on Arlington Heights Road until you reach E Sigwalt Street, then turn right onto S Vail Avenue.

2. From O'Hare International Airport: Take I-190 E from the airport and merge onto I-294 N towards Milwaukee. Exit onto Golf Road East and continue until you reach S Vail Avenue in Arlington Heights.

Parking options:
- There are several parking lots available in downtown Arlington Heights, including the Vail Garage located at 22 S Vail Ave.
- Street parking may also be available along S Vail Avenue and nearby streets, but be sure to check for any parking restrictions or time limits.

Please note that these directions are provided without mentioning any specific destination such as HeyNonnyAH, so make sure to use them as a general guide to reach your desired location on S. Vail Avenue in Arlington Heights.

Opening Hours

Tuesday	4pm - 10pm
Wednesday	4pm - 10pm
Thursday	4pm - 10pm
Friday	4pm - 11pm
Saturday	4pm - 11pm
Sunday	10am - 2pm

Website

http://www.HeyNonny.com/

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What people say

HeyNonnyAH, located on S. Vail Avenue in Arlington Heights, is a hidden gem for live music enthusiasts and food lovers alike. This intimate listening room has quickly gained a reputation as Chicagoland's premier venue for great live music and a lively farm-to-table dining experience.

What sets HeyNonnyAH apart from other music venues is its commitment to providing an exceptional experience for both musicians and audience members. Musicians from all over the country have praised Hey Nonny as the best small music venue in the U.S., citing its outstanding sound quality, inviting atmosphere, and most importantly, the genuine connection it fosters between performers and their audience.

With ticketed concerts happening six nights a week, there is always something exciting happening at HeyNonnyAH. Whether you're a fan of jazz, bluegrass, or any other genre of music, you'll find top-notch performances that will leave you wanting more.

But HeyNonnyAH isn't just about the music; it also boasts a friendly neighborhood farm-to-table bistro that serves up delicious meals and snacks. The menu features tasty dishes made with locally sourced ingredients that are sure to satisfy even the most discerning palates. And let's not forget about the gorgeous craft cocktails that perfectly complement the dining experience.

For those looking to make their weekends extra special, HeyNonnyAH offers Bluegrass Brunch on Saturdays and Jazz Brunch on Sundays. These events bring together the best of both worlds – fantastic live music and delectable brunch options – creating an unforgettable way to start your day.

Whether you're a seasoned concert-goer or simply looking for a unique dining experience accompanied by great live music, HeyNonnyAH is the place to be. Its prime location in Arlington Heights makes it easily accessible for locals and visitors alike. So why wait? Head over to HeyNonnyAH and immerse yourself in an evening of incredible talent, mouthwatering cuisine, and an atmosphere that will leave you wanting to come back for more.

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