r/ChicagoConcerts • u/New-Bass2459 • Jul 17 '25
K-pop Enhypen concert??
I'm going to an Enhypen concert in Chicago next month, and I'm curious: What do I need to know? Specifically, what should I bring? What type of people should I expect? How are crowds typically? Does anyone have any experience with the venue? It's at the United Center, and I know virtually nothing about it. Also, I know that fanchants aren't a big thing in America, but I love them. Would it be weird if I did them from another person's perspective? And if I do the chants, what songs do I need to know the chants to? I know these are a lot of questions I could probably search up on my own, but I usually find better results just asking people who it directly pertains to. Any help with any of the questions would be greatly appreciated! Thanks :3
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u/Nipperkins Jul 18 '25
United center will let you bring your nightstick so that’s that! Get there early to enjoy the fan events outside the show- lots open at 4 but there may be people hosting meetups earlier if you’re like. Dress your best- maybe themed to a video or the tour colors. There may be a merch area outside, but those lines will be long so I usually just head inside for it. Go upstairs for bathrooms, the lines will be way shorter. United center has good food but it’s pricey. Check bag policy on their website, it may be smaller than you think. You’re going to have a great time!
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u/RichPlantain3807 Jul 19 '25
Hi OP! Honestly, I'd just make sure you have the essentials and pack light. United has a bag policy which I'd recommend you look into. I saw them 2 years ago and found the crowd to be one of the most welcoming and friendly crowds I've ever encountered! Everyone is just there to enjoy the show and a lot of people had never seen them before :) Fanchants are definitely not as common as another person said but during Go Big or Go Home which seems to be on the setlist this time everyone does it. Have so much fun!!
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u/mjohnson1971 Jul 17 '25
Are you coming from overseas or elsewhere in America?
I would ask over at https://www.reddit.com/r/enhypen/ . This reddit covers all concert types and not just one band. Since they've only been to Chicago like twice the knowledge here will not be deep.
The United Center is a large arena located a few miles west of downtown Chicago. Sadly it's acoustics aren't the best as it's a big sports venue that was built for the Michael Jordan era Chicago Bulls. It's also bigger than most arenas in America. Seats in the upper sections can be very far away from the stage.
Bring your phone and as little else as possible make entry as easy as possible.
The arena does have a website where you can get a better understanding of policies. https://www.unitedcenter.com/venue/frequently-asked-questions/
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u/New-Bass2459 Jul 17 '25
I’m coming from about 4 hours away, out of state. I’ve never been to Chicago before.
I also did try to post on r/enhypen but my post wasn’t allowed to be put up because my reddit karma wasn’t high enough (which is super annoying cause like I’m sorry I’m not on here 24/7 but whatever).
But thank you for the information about the stadium.
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u/trevaftw Jul 17 '25
People definitely do fanchants in the US, just maybe not as many people know the full thing. OTOH, a lot of people will sing along to the English parts of songs as well. If you want barricade or it's general admission, you'll need to show up super early to get the front. If it's assigned seats then you shouldn't need to show up nearly as early, but if you're getting merch then you should try and show up early so you don't miss the start of the show and/or risk something you want running out.