The Castle Theatre Welcomes

Hairbangers Ball

🗓 Friday, October 9, 2026

⏰ Doors: 7:00pm | Show: 8:00pm

➡️ 18+. Minors Welcome with parent or guardian

HAIRBANGERS BALL
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Rolling through the “Decade of Decadence” like a 50-ton freight train, iconic bands such as Guns N’ Roses, Mötley Crüe, Bon Jovi, and Poison (to mention only a few) made the 1980’s a musical era the likes of which we’re doubtful to see again. Millions upon millions of records were sold, and concert venues around the world sold out within seconds when these bands were announced as headliners…

In 2001, lamenting the heyday of hairbands, one Chicago band sought to rekindle the flame for these Gods of Rock by tapping into the nostalgic and undeniable energy of that bygone era. They called themselves Hairbanger’s Ball.

Born from a “what if?” scenario, Hairbanger’s Ball has entrenched themselves as one of the most sought after “80’s Hair Rock Tribute Bands” in the United States after years of performing sold out shows from coast to coast, all while exuding the same expert musicianship and flair for the theatrical as their idols. Now on the cusp of celebrating 25 years in existence, Hairbanger’s Ball has been a mainstay in music for longer than some of their celebrity counterparts, and routinely perform over 150 shows a year.

Whether you’re looking to bring back the memory of a favorite concert seen in 1985 or seeking a true-to-life representation of what a rock concert was like in the 80’s, Hairbanger’s Ball provides both the music and the mayhem for young and old alike, bundled together in a 6-piece, high octane lineup. Featuring powerful male and female lead vocals, some serious ax grinding and renditions of classic songs so much like the original you’d swear you’d gone back in time, Hairbanger’s Ball leaves nothing to be desired after seeing and listening to them live, which is why they’ve been named “Best Rock Band” in Chicago by their throngs of adoring fans.

In addition to traditional concert venues, Hairbanger’s Ball is also available for bookings at club venues, private events and parties, weddings, and corporate gatherings, having entertained heavy-hitters such as KIA Motors, Miller Brewing Company, AOL, The Phoenix Open, the United States Armed Forces, and many more

• Unless otherwise noted, ALL patrons must be 18 years of age or older with valid ID to attend. Patrons under the age of 18 may attend with a parent or legal guardian.
• Tickets are non-refundable unless the event is canceled. Tickets cannot be replaced if lost, stolen, or destroyed. No refunds or exchanges. Event, Artists, Date & Time subject to change. No outside food, beverage, or oversized bags are permitted inside the venue. All persons and their belongings are subject to search upon entry. The ticket holder voluntarily assumes all risks in attending the event, whether occurring before, during, or after the event and releases the venue and its agents from all related claims.
• The Castle Theatre is a mostly standing-room venue. Unless tickets specifically state they are "SEATED", you are purchasing a standing room only ticket.
• Please note that The Castle Theatre is not responsible for tickets purchased from any third-party ticketing site and cannot guarantee the validity of any third-party site tickets. Only tickets sold through Opendate via thecastletheatre.com are guaranteed entry.