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Big Break is proud to share its 21st season at the
famous Durty Nellie’s Music Venue in Palatine!
Everything kicks off on October 8 and registration for this $10,000 Winner-Take-All multiweek vocal competition is now open at

Partnered with Joey’s Song for their Record Release Party! Joey’s Song fights epilepsy with music in memory of Joseph Gomoll, who died in 2010 just shy of his fifth birthday after suffering a debilitating form of epilepsy called Dravet Syndrome.

CD Release Party at Durty Nellies on Sunday, October 13th 2024 from 3:15-4:30 PM
Mike and Joe
180 N Smith St , Palatine, IL

Oct 12 @ 09:00 PM
$12.00
Age Limit: 21+
Buy Tickets
Terrapin Flyer
180 N Smith St , Palatine, IL

Oct 18 @ 09:45 PM
$15.00
Age Limit: 21+
Buy Tickets
Bella Cain
180 N Smith St , Palatine, IL

Oct 19 @ 08:00 PM
$15.00
All Ages
Buy Tickets
Old School Dinner Show
180 N Smith St , Palatine, IL

Oct 25 @ 07:00 PM
$8.00
All Ages
Buy Tickets
Secretly Sad HallowEMO
180 N Smith St , Palatine, IL

Oct 25 @ 09:00 PM
$20.00
Age Limit: 21+
Buy Tickets
Halloween Party
180 N Smith St , Palatine, IL

Oct 26 @ 08:00 PM
$15.00
Age Limit: 21+
Buy Tickets
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Weekly Events

CHECK OUT WHAT'S HAPPENING EVERY WEEK AT DURTY NELLIE'S

TUESDAY

Toggle Board Gaming

Tabletop Tuesdays have returned to Durty Nellie’s from
6-11 PM every Tuesday in the mezzanine. Join us for board games, tasty food and some fun camaraderie! More than 100 board games are provided and participants are also welcome to bring their own!

 

WEDNESDAY
TRIVIA NIGHT

Trivia is every Wednesday at 7pm in the mezzanine and features 20 trivia questions with bonus questions on history, pop culture and current events. The first, second and third place winners receive Durty Nellie’s gift certificates! 

THursday
BINGO NIGHT

Join us at Durty Nellie’s every Thursday at 6:30 PM for Bingo Night! Enjoy thrilling games, great prizes, and a lively atmosphere. Bring friends for a fun evening of competition and camaraderie. While you’re here be sure to try our fantastic food menu!

FriDAY & Saturday
DJ IN OUR PUB

Dance the night away at Durty Nellie’s! Join us every Friday and Saturday at 10:30 PM for a DJ spinning the hottest tracks. Enjoy great drinks, a lively crowd, and unforgettable weekend vibes. Come and let the music move you!

Food, drinks, Music, gaming & Entertainment

Good food and beer brings people together. That’s why every one of our expertly crafted menu items and our enormous beer selection make Nellie's a nightly destination.

  • Great Drinks
  • Live Music
  • Delicious Food
  • Electronic Gaming
  • Great Atmosphere

Come over and enjoy live sports

When the big game is on it's here no matter what sport! Come in and enjoy our daily specials and watch the game.

Upcoming Events

Mike and Joe
180 N Smith St , Palatine, IL

Oct 12 @ 09:00 PM
$12.00
Age Limit: 21+
Buy Tickets
Terrapin Flyer
180 N Smith St , Palatine, IL

Oct 18 @ 09:45 PM
$15.00
Age Limit: 21+
Buy Tickets
Bella Cain
180 N Smith St , Palatine, IL

Oct 19 @ 08:00 PM
$15.00
All Ages
Buy Tickets
Old School Dinner Show
180 N Smith St , Palatine, IL

Oct 25 @ 07:00 PM
$8.00
All Ages
Buy Tickets
Secretly Sad HallowEMO
180 N Smith St , Palatine, IL

Oct 25 @ 09:00 PM
$20.00
Age Limit: 21+
Buy Tickets
Halloween Party
180 N Smith St , Palatine, IL

Oct 26 @ 08:00 PM
$15.00
Age Limit: 21+
Buy Tickets
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Great food, great beer, Live Music, sports, Electronic Gaming and great people!

Enjoy Durty Nellie's Rooftop This Summer

Live Acoustic Acts while you dine on the best patio rooftop in Palatine.
Click Here for Upcoming Acts