1. Riot Fest begins today in Douglas Park, with Nine Inch Nails headlining the punk festival tonight. It runs through Sunday, and general admission tickets are available for today for $79.98.
2. Stand-up comedy group the Lincoln Lodge premieres in its new home at Under The Gun Theater tonight at 8pm. Entry is a $10 suggested donation.
3. Former Saturday Night Live cast member Jay Pharoah is performing four shows at Zanies Rosemont this weekend, with the first tonight at 8pm. Tickets are $30 plus a two-drink minimum.
For more events, check in with Time Out throughout the day.