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Free or cheap things to do in Chicago this week

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Free or cheap things to do in Chicago this week. Friendly Reminder: Always Confirm all details before heading out Chicago On The Cheap does its best to verify every item published and strives for 100% accuracy. However, due to Covid hours and events change or are canceled, locations close, prices … [Read more...] about Free or cheap things to do in Chicago this week

Tuesdays on the Terrace at the MCA

Tuesdays on the Terrace at the MCA. Attend a free live jazz concert every Tuesday on the Terrace at the MCA. When: Every Tuesday June -August 31, 2021 5:30PM-8:00PM Where: Museum of Contemporary Art, 220 East Chicago Avenue, 312-280-2660.  In case of rain, the event takes place inside … [Read more...] about Tuesdays on the Terrace at the MCA

Where to play miniature golf Chicago area

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Where to play miniature golf Chicago area Miniature golf is a relatively inexpensive fun thing to do and many of the following options are outdoors and we're lucky to have a ton of option in the Chicago area. I've found some deals listed below.  Also check all websites for daily specials. If … [Read more...] about Where to play miniature golf Chicago area

Free or cheap things to do in Chicago this weekend

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Adler Planetarium reopens July 3

Adler Planetarium reopens July 3 When:  Saturday, July 3, 2021 Where:  Adler Planetarium, 1300 S Lake Shore Dr., 312-922-7827 No info yet on how to book tickets. Beginning July 3 the planetarium will be open for weekend screenings of its sky shows and events in its new observation … [Read more...] about Adler Planetarium reopens July 3

Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum reopens July 8

Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum reopens July 8 Where: Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, 2430 North Cannon Drive, 773-755-5191. When: Free day (suggested donation) is Thursday for Illinois residents.  Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, 10am-4pm during July and August with a return to regular … [Read more...] about Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum reopens July 8

Downtown Chicago farmers markets

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Downtown Chicago farmers markets.  Go to the links and read all the rules and procedures for your farmers market before heading out. Daley Plaza When:  Thursdays, May 27–September 30, 7am–2pm Where:  Washington & Dearborn Downtown Chicago farmers markets - South Loop Farmers … [Read more...] about Downtown Chicago farmers markets

Visit museums free for free this weekend

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Visit museums free for free this weekend The first full weekend of every month Bank of America customers can visit museums free through the bank’s Museums On Us program. Just show your Bank of America or Merrill Lynch credit or debit card and a photo ID on Saturday or Sunday, and … [Read more...] about Visit museums free for free this weekend

$20 off Sam’s Club membership

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$20 off Sam’s Club membership. If you've been thinking about getting a Sam's Club for warehouse shopping, now is the time. This is a great way to try it out and see the savings for yourself. A membership normally costs $45. Now for a limited time sign up through my link (thank you in advance) and … [Read more...] about $20 off Sam’s Club membership

Senior Savings Day at Walgreens

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Senior Savings Day at Walgreens. On the first Tuesday of the month, Walgreens offers Balance Rewards/myWalgreens members age 55 and older a discount on all regularly priced merchandise in-store and online.  Save 20%in-store and online on select brands. Senior Savings Day at Walgreens First … [Read more...] about Senior Savings Day at Walgreens

Save money dining with the Ritual App Get $10 free

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Save money dining with the Ritual App Get $10 free I love Ritual.  It's my favorite food ordering app.  Ritual allows you to skip the line, place to-go orders and there are never any added fees or mark ups. I've been using it for a couple years and Ritual prices match the in-store … [Read more...] about Save money dining with the Ritual App Get $10 free

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