Credit Union 1 Arena

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525 S. Racine Ave.
Chicago, IL 60607 United States Get Directions
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Located right in the heart of the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) campus, Credit Union 1 Arena is a versatile indoor venue that hosts everything from concerts and sporting events to beer festivals like FOBAB. With a capacity of around 10,000, it strikes a solid balance between big-event energy and an intimate crowd experience.

The space is fully enclosed, making it ideal for Chicago’s unpredictable weather, and its flexible layout makes it just as suited for a mosh pit as it is for rows of breweries pouring their finest barrel-aged creations. It’s easily accessible via public transit, and being just a short hop from the Loop, it’s surrounded by plenty of solid pre- and post-event hangout spots.

Whether you’re there for music, hoops, or rare beer, Credit Union 1 Arena delivers a comfortable, convenient, and well-run event experience.

Events at this venue

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    The Festival Of Wood And Barrel-Aged Beer (FOBAB) 2025

    Credit Union 1 Arena 525 S. Racine Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

    If you’re into bold, complex brews that spend time aging in barrels before hitting your glass, then FOBAB is your kind of party. Hosted annually in Chicago by the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild, the Festival of Wood and Barrel-Aged Beer is a celebration of all things oaky, boozy, and beautifully aged. It’s the largest and […]