Kermess FAQ

Kermess is a magical, show-forward live entertainment venue in Chicago's Loop Theatre District. Located at 32 W Randolph Street above the Cambria Hotel Chicago Loop and next door to the James M. Nederlander Theatre, Kermess is built around a century-old Belgian Spiegeltent with 285 seats.

The name nods to the European fair tradition: a festive gathering of performance, food, drink, games, and spectacle, reimagined here as a theatrical night out inside a Belgian Spiegeltent.

Premonitions Inc. is Kermess's opening experience: an original 18+ cocktail-theater production set inside a fictional office of prophecy. The evening features award-winning international performers across circus arts, cabaret, comedy, immersive theatre, and theatrical interaction.

Yes. Admission is by advance seat reservation. Walk-up admission is not part of the standard show model.

Ticket sales are final. When possible, Kermess may offer an exchange as a courtesy, but exchanges are never available fewer than seven days before the performance. If Kermess cancels a performance, guests may choose a refund or exchange.

Standard tickets include admission and reserved seating. Food and beverage are purchased separately unless your ticket or event package specifically says they are included.

The performance runs approximately 90 minutes. Please allow about two hours from arrival to departure.

Arrive at the posted door time so the front-of-house team can check you in, seat your party, and begin service before the performance. Final arrival instructions will be provided before your visit.

Late entry may be held until a suitable break in the performance, at the front-of-house team's discretion. Original seating cannot be guaranteed.

Premonitions Inc. evening programming is 18+. Family holiday programming and daytime brunch performances, when offered, will be listed separately.

Alcohol is available during adult programming to guests 21+ with valid ID.

Smart casual or cocktail attire is recommended. Guests should dress for a night out in the Theatre District.

Kermess is located at 32 W Randolph Street in Chicago's Loop Theatre District, above the Cambria Hotel Chicago Loop and next door to the James M. Nederlander Theatre. Enter through the Cambria Hotel, proceed to the last elevator, and take it to Floor 14.

Nearby transit includes the Lake Red Line and CTA routes along State, Dearborn, and Randolph. Nearby parking includes Theatre District Self Park, Block 37 garage, Park One Randolph, and ABM Garage at 20 E Randolph. Final parking recommendations should be confirmed before publication.

We welcome accessibility requests. Please contact info@kermesschicago.com at least 72 hours before your visit so our team can support arrival and seating. Specific accessibility information will be published once the guest route has been finalized.

For reservation help or accessibility requests, contact info@kermesschicago.com. We aim to respond within one business day.

Yes. Group reservations, corporate events, client entertainment, celebrations, and private experiences can be quoted separately from standard tickets. Contact info@kermesschicago.com to get started.

Premonitions Inc. evening performances are 18+. Family holiday programming and daytime/brunch performances, when offered, will be listed separately with their own age guidance.

Personal photos before and after the show are welcome where posted. Please do not use flash or record during the performance unless the team invites you to.

Yes. Complimentary coat check is available for standard outerwear. Please keep valuables with you.