On a hot summer day, there’s nothing better than a morning at the movies to keep the family entertained…and all in an air-conditioned theater. It's even better when you can also enjoy blockbuster savings! Regal Cinemas has scheduled 9 … [Read More...]
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Sonic Drive-In offers $1.99 value menu with 10 popular items
BOOM! Sonic Drive-In is making lots of noise among famished bargain hunters with its popular value menu. Enjoy one of 10 popular menu items for just $1.99. Fans can create their own “cheap” combo for under $6 — a chicken sandwich, fries and … [Read More...]

Chinatown Summer Fair
The dynamic colors and traditions of Chinese culture will be the highlight of the Chinatown Summer Fair, scheduled for July 26-27, 2025. This free, family-friendly event offers food, arts and crafts and entertainment for everyone in the … [Read More...]

Enjoy 99-cent corn dogs at Sonic Drive-In every Monday
Extra mustard and savings, please! For bargain hunters, there’s nothing ever corny about saving money, especially when it means dining on the cheap. Image: Sonic Drive-In Sonic Drive-In occasionally offers discounted corn dogs … [Read More...]

Chicago Gospel Music Festival
Enjoy the spirit-filled gospel music genre that was created in Chicago at the annual Gospel Music Festival on July 12, 2025, in Millennium Park. This beloved fest draws fans from all over the country to hear some of gospel's greatest voices at this … [Read More...]
AMC Theatres’ Summer Movie Camp offers 8 weeks of family-friendly flicks with $3 tickets
Camp out at AMC Theatres this summer! Families can enjoy lots of family-friendly movies at a discounted price, all summer long. The largest theatrical exhibitor in the U.S. is bringing back its AMC Summer Movie Camp for summer … [Read More...]

Free movies at Millennium Park
There's nothing better than watching a movie al fresco with a light picnic on the lush Millennium Park lawn. This Chicago summertime tradition is back with the Millenium Park Film Series, running from July 1 to August 19, … [Read More...]

1865 Fest Juneteenth Celebration
The annual 1865 Fest brings cultural family activities, live music, educational workshops, food and fun to Garfield Park for three days, June 18-20, 2025. Honoring the Juneteeth holiday that brought freedom to enslaved Americans two years after … [Read More...]

Pizza Hut gives away free large pizzas this summer
Pizza is always the go-to meal during the summer months. It’s quick, easy and, most of all, everyone loves pizza. Enjoy a few slices with friends and then get back to summer fun. And, to kick off the summer season, Pizza Hut is hooking pizza … [Read More...]
Today’s Free & Cheap Events in Chicago
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Free and cheap things to do this weekend in Chicago
Looking for something fun to do this weekend in Chicago? There are tons of free and cheap events in the city. Here’s … [Read More...]

Get Free Stuff on Your Birthday
It's your special day so you deserve a gift. Lots of companies offer free stuff for your birthday. In some cases, … [Read More...]

Free or cheap things to do in Chicago this week
If you’re looking for a way to entertain yourself, your family and your friends in Chicago without spending a lot of … [Read More...]

Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Free Days
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Free Days Where: Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, 2430 North Cannon Drive, … [Read More...]