CULTURAL & COMMUNITY EVENTS

Barrington’s White House offers outstanding performances and cultural events. Each season, we’ll host some of the most renowned artists and speakers in the world. For ticketing information, see the calendar below.

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  • 6th Annual Barrington Town-Warming

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    Join us for the 6th Annual Barrington Town-Warming to be held on Saturday, January 28, 2023. The Town-Warming is a re-creation of ...

  • Ron Hawking’s Musical Love Letter

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    Perennial Valentine favorite Ron Hawking returns for two special shows this February. Grab your date, order a cocktail and let this Grammy-nominated ...

  • Ron Hawking’s Musical Love Letter

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    Perennial Valentine favorite Ron Hawking returns for two special shows this February. Grab your date, order a cocktail and let this Grammy-nominated ...

  • Barrington Health & Wellness Summit

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    Presented by Kim Duchossois and Advocate Good Shepherd Smart Farm The Barrington Health & Wellness Summit will gather leading experts from all ...

  • The Aznavoorian Sisters: Cello and Piano Recital

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    World-renowned and Barrington-raised, the award-winning sister duo Marta and Ani Aznavoorian return home to Barrington to perform once again at our White ...

  • Courageous Conversations: How To Be An Upstander

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    Back by popular demand — The language we use, and how we treat one another, matters deeply. When confronted with words or ...

  • A City-Inspired Jazz Brunch

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    Jazz standards come to life at Barrington’s White House at our first Jazz Brunch, where you’ll enjoy a scrumptious buffet brunch while ...

  • 3rd Thursdays Art Night Out: Cheryl Cook: Surrounded by Art

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    Cheryl Cook draws her artistic inspiration for her exhibit “Surrounded by Art,” from her vast experiences as an artist first at Hallmark ...

  • Courageous Conversations: Breaking Barriers, with Ali Stroker

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    Join Courageous Conversations at Barrington's White House  When Ali Stroker won the Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical for ...

  • “The Sister House”: A Play Reading by Stephanie Walker

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    Inspired by her childhood home in one of the three Queen Anne “Sister Houses” on Lake Street in Barrington, playwright Stephanie Walker ...

  • “I Knew I Belonged When…”: An Evening of Storytelling

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    Back for a third engagement, this always-enjoyable storytelling event uses a family-friendly version of the popular “Moth Radio Hour” as its model. ...

  • Kallen Comes Home: Barrington’s World-Renowned Opera Sensation

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    We are thrilled to present an unprecedented opportunity to experience Barrington’s own world-renowned lyric soprano Kallen Esperian in the intimate setting of ...

  • Barrington Writers’ Workshop Presents “The Writing Life”

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    Three celebrated Chicago-area writers and professors discuss the joys, challenges, and struggles of becoming a writer. Three celebrated Chicago writers and longtime ...

  • Poetry in the Park: Summer, Sunshine & Storms

    The Barrington Cultural Commission presents a beautiful evening at Citizens Park listening to original poems presented by local poets. Bring your chairs, ...

  • A Patriotic Celebration with the Chicago Brass Band Quintet

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    The Chicago Brass Band Quintet performs traditional American patriotic tunes following the July 4th parade. Let freedom ring! Join us at Barrington’s ...

  • Fish & Chips with the Queen

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    Get to know the woman behind the royal images as historical actress Leslie Goddard portrays the life of Queen Elizabeth II. It ...

  • Elgin Symphony Orchestra Concert

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    It has been brought to our attention that a concert being marketed for tonight at Citizen’s Park in Barrington lists a performance ...

  • CANCELLED: 3rd Thursdays Art Night Out: Cindy Marrazzo

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    This event has been canceled due to unforeseen circumstances. We hope to see you at the October 19th 3rd Thursday with Michael ...

  • Paint the Town Barrington: Public Reception & Art Sale

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    Enjoy the outdoor painting from October 6 - 14, the Public Reception on October 14, and Art Sale on October 15 Just ...

  • 3rd Thursdays Art Night Out: Michael Latala

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    This Third Thursdays Art Night out features Chicago-based artist Michael Latala, who offers an effortless symphony of colors in his work. Chicago-based ...

  • Blood, Sweat and Fears: An Evening of Scary Storytelling

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    Spend a Halloween-inspired evening hearing spooky tales from professional and amateur storytellers coached by Megan Wells. Back by popular demand! Scary storytelling ...

  • Spooky Strings with Members of the Elgin Symphony Orchestra

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    An afternoon of spine-tingling music for the whole family. A wonderful way to introduce younger audiences to the beauty of orchestral music. ...

  • Celebrating 50 Years of Fine Arts in Barrington 220 Schools

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    Celebrate 50 years of fine arts in Barrington 220 schools with an engaging program featuring elementary students. In honor of Barrington 220's ...

  • Cantus Vocal Ensemble: “Brave”

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    The low-voice Cantus ensemble is widely known for its warmth and blend, performing music from the Renaissance to the 21st century Elite ...

  • Holiday Visits with Santa

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    Bring the entire family and get a picture-perfect photo with Santa! Visit Santa at Barrington’s White House! As part of the Village’s ...

  • Christmas Vocal Jazz with Cheryl Wilson

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    Get into the swing of the holidays with dynamic jazz vocalist Cheryl Wilson Get into the swing of the holidays with dynamic ...

  • Second Annual Community Holiday Tea at Barrington’s White House

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    Join us for the second Community Holiday Tea at Barrington’s White House. Create a new holiday tradition with a city-inspired, sophisticated, adults-only ...

  • 7th Barrington Town-Warming with Keynote Speaker Mike Pompeo

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    “Intelligence: Artificial, Political, Central” This year’s Barrington Town-Warming theme focuses on artificial, political, and central intelligence, with a keynote talk by former ...

  • Lunch & Learn: Smart Travel with Expert Janette Tepas

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    Join Janette Tepas, an expert tour manager, for insider travel tips and insights into exploring both local and international destinations Barrington’s White ...

  • Barrington District 220 Secondary Arts Showcase

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    Celebrate 50 Years of Fine Arts in Barrington 220 As part of Barrington 220's #unifiedfor50 theme, District 220 is hosting a secondary ...

  • My Jazzy Valentine with Ron Hawking

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    Perennial BWH favorite Ron Hawking returns with a jazzy Valentine’s Day performance from the heart Bring your sweetie and don’t miss a ...

  • My Jazzy Valentine with Ron Hawking

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    Perennial BWH favorite Ron Hawking returns with a jazzy Valentine’s Day performance from the heart. Bring your sweetie and don’t miss a ...

  • Pat McKillen in Concert

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    Back for one night only! Pat McKillen showcases his distinct blend of passion-infused folk and rock, playing selections from songs spanning a ...

  • Barrington Health & Wellness Summit

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    Presented by Kim Duchossois, Advocate Good Shepherd Smart Farm, & Ascension Healthcare The Barrington Health & Wellness Summit will gather leading experts ...

  • Chicago a cappella Presents “A Cambridge Concert”

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    The stunning vocal group Chicago a cappella sings English choral masterworks inspired by Cambridge University Inspired by a sabbatical to Cambridge University ...

  • A Tribute to Pulitzer Prize-Winning Composer Bernard Rands

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    Renowned British-American composer Bernard Rands will celebrate his 90th birthday with a musical celebration at Barrington’s White House Renowned British-American composer Bernard ...

  • Courageous Conversations: Isabel Wilkerson

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    Join Courageous Community for a very special evening with National Humanities Medal winner, award-winning & bestselling writer Isabel Wilkerson, author of the seminal ...

  • A City-Inspired Jazz Brunch

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    Enjoy a scrumptious brunch while you listen to jazz standards at our second annual, City-Inspired Jazz Brunch. Celebrate the luck ‘o the ...

  • Third Thursdays Art Night Out: Jerell Meyer and Fred Moss

    Barrington's White House 145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL, United States

    Join us for Third Thursdays Art Night Out featuring portraiture by Jerell Meyer and landscape oils by Fred Moss Artist Jerell Meyer ...

Events from January 28, 2023 – April 9, 2024 | Barrington’s White House