Set reminders on your phone now, Slurpee fans! The countdown to Slurpee Day in July is on and 7-Eleven is kicking off the summer season with its Slurpee Drink Happy Hour. A Slurpee makes the perfect pick-me-up treat on a hot summer day — … [Read More...]
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Summer Fireworks at Navy Pier
The spectacular fireworks display at Navy Pier is a much-anticipated Chicago hallmark. The twice-weekly Summer Fireworks show runs from May 23, 2026, through September 5, 2026. The dramatic fireworks spectacle features synchronized music and … [Read More...]

Free Millennium Park Summer Music Series
The essence of Summer in Chicago is listening to free concerts in the architectural beauty of Millennium Park. The beloved Millennium Park Summer Music Series soars from June 15 to August 6, 2026. The free concerts will run on Monday and Thursday … [Read More...]

Do Division Street Fest
Division Street in West Town comes alive with live music, food, boutique sales, fashion shows and family fun with the annual Do Division Street Fest on May 29-31, 2026. One of the most anticipated summer music fests, Do Division Street … [Read More...]

Celebrate German Culture at Chicago Maifest
Welcome spring at the traditional German celebration of the season, Maifest Chicago. The 26th annual festival runs from May 29 -31, 2026, in the heart of Chicago's German community in Lincoln Square. Chow down on lots of German food and … [Read More...]

Kentucky Fried Chicken offers $10 ‘Bucket of the Day’ deal each weekday for limited time
Add KFC to your bucket list! Hungry bargain hunters are always on the lookout for a bucketful of savings when dining out with the family. And KFC is turning a fan-favorite into a new “Bucket of the Day” deal each weekday — for a limited … [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 Millennium Park Film Series, running from June 30 to August 18, 2026. Stroll into … [Read More...]

Grant Park Music Festival
Enjoy the soothing strains of classical compositions as well as contemporary and Broadway tunes at the annual Grant Park Music Festival. This free summer concert series kicks off on June 10, 2026, and runs through August 15, 2026. Sit back in … [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...]
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Free and cheap things to do this weekend in Chicago
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Get Free Stuff on Your Birthday
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Free or cheap things to do in Chicago this week
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Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Free Days
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