Venues across the Hyde Park, Kenwood and Washington Park neighborhoods will come alive with live jazz during the 18th annual Hyde Park Jazz Festival on September 27-28, 2025. Music lovers will enjoy 34 free performances of local, national and … [Read More...]
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Baskin-Robbins offers sweet savings on the 31st of the month in 2025
Have you heard the latest scoop? Baskin-Robbins’ popular Celebrate 31 special is returning! Baskin-Robbins was founded on one sweet and simple concept: Ice cream should be an everyday treat and there should be a new flavor to enjoy every day. … [Read More...]

Harper Court Summer Music Series
Hyde Park sizzles in the summer and the neighborhood will get even more energized during the Harper Court Summer Music Series, set for August 7 and September 4, 2025. A summer tradition since 2015, the free outdoor concerts feature local … [Read More...]

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 our list of the top free events, discounts, and deals to have fun around town on your Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. There are … [Read More...]

Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest
The Rogers Park neighborhood will host the highly anticipated Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest on August 15-17, 2025. Chicago's most diverse community will showcase free live music, art, creative performances, food and crafts by an eclectic … [Read More...]

Sonic Drive-In’s Live Free Fridays offers weekly freebies all summer long
Get ready for lots of summery savings at Sonic Drive-In! Starting on the first day of summer, the popular fast-food restaurant is launching Live Free Fridays — a weekly celebration packed with exclusive in-app freebies and deals. The celebration … [Read More...]

Bud Billiken Parade
Head to Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood to witness the second largest parade in the U.S. after the Rose Bowl; the historic Bud Billiken Parade celebrates 96 years of African American music, pageantry and community on August 9, 2025. Filled … [Read More...]

Retro on Roscoe Festival
Go back in time and enjoy oldies and throwback fashion at the 28th annual Retro on Roscoe festival on September 5-7, 2025, in the Roscoe Village neighborhood. Groove to music on three stages, including a family stage, within a … [Read More...]

Eataly Prix Fixe Deal: Sicilian Nights
Travel to the sun-splashed coast of Sicily and indulge in the fresh produce and seafood that the Italian region is known for, at Eatly Chicago's special prix fixe menu, Sicilian Night, through August 31, 2025. Taste the luscious ingredients of … [Read More...]
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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...]