Democratic National Convention: The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in Chicago

"The Late Show With Stephen Colbert " is making its way to Chicago for the Democratic National Convention ( DNC ) , and renowned TV host Stephen Colbert was seen enjoying a hot dog at The Wiener 's Circle in the city . The Wiener 's Circle even shared a photo of Colbert on social media , welcoming him back to town despite a previous incident in their parking lot.

Colbert will be broadcasting from the Auditorium Theatre in Chicago from Aug. 19 - 22 , throughout the convention . There is still room on the waitlist to attend " The Late Show " on Wednesday , Aug. 21 . Colbert expressed his excitement to return to Chicago , a city where he lived for 11 years and where he has fond memories , including working at The Second City in 1987.

The live episodes of " The Late Show " in Chicago will feature a star - studded lineup of guests tied to the DNC , including Hillary Clinton , Nancy Pelosi , and Pete Buttigieg . Clinton will appear on Monday 's episode , followed by Pelosi and House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries on Tuesday , and Buttigieg on Wednesday . The show will be taped live at the Auditorium Theatre and will air on CBS and Paramount+.

The DNC in Chicago will see Kamala Harris accepting the nomination after President Biden announced his decision to step down . The event will feature speakers such as Biden , Barack and Michelle Obama , and Bill and Hillary Clinton . Biden will take the stage on Monday 's opening night , while Harris will formally accept the nomination on Thursday and conclude the DNC that evening.

Colbert has a history of hosting live shows tied to political conventions , having aired live shows for the RNC last month . The show on Thursday in Chicago will also be live , with guests yet to be announced . The DNC promises to be an eventful and significant gathering for the Democratic Party , with a lineup of influential speakers and guests in attendance.