<p>Not typically. Chicago’s pretty stringent on 21+, and unfortunately, some of the non-alcohol nightlife is limited to 21+. However, some of my friends go to shows pretty often. The only downside is that concerts every weekend are going to be pricey for the typical college student on the typical college student budget.</p>
<p>The most accessible routes of revelry and celebration include The Pub at Ida Noyes Hall (21+), fraternities, and apartment parties. My friends and I have found alcohol to be pretty free-flowing on this campus and at University events-- since the vast majority of the students (grad students) and staff are over 21, it isn’t unusual to see alcohol a part of things.</p>