If you're a fan of Wait Wait Don't Tell Me but don't want to spend $30 to attend a show they having a free taping this year! When: Thursday, July 27, 2017, 7PM-9:00PM Where: Millennium Park, Jay Pritzker Pavilion, 201 E. Randolph St. Admission is free. If you can't make this date here's how … [Read more...] about Free Wait Wait Don’t Tell Me taping
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Jazzin at the Shedd Aquarium every Wednesday
Jazzin at the Shedd Aquarium every Wednesday. Enjoy Jazz, cocktails, amazing lake views, fireworks and admission to the aquarium. When: Every Wednesday, June 21 to Sept. 13, 2017, 5:00PM-10:00PM (Oceanarium access until 8 p.m. and Wild Reef access until 9 p.m. only). Where: John G. Shedd … [Read more...] about Jazzin at the Shedd Aquarium every Wednesday
Free Ravinia tickets from CPL
Free Ravinia tickets from CPL. While returning a book yesterday I saw a list posted at the Water Works branch for free Ravinia tickets. I actually know about this but forgot all about it. ***Update 7/1/17 Okay so the list on the Library website was incorrect! Thank you reader JP. Below is the … [Read more...] about Free Ravinia tickets from CPL
Visit museums free this weekend
Visit museums free this weekend. The first full weekend of the month is coming, and that means 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 … [Read more...] about Visit museums free this weekend
Summer Late Night Field Museum
Summer Late Night Field Museum. When: June 6, July 6, August 1, and September 5, 2017 6PM-9PM Where: Field Museum, 1400 S Lake Shore Dr., 312-922-9410 Joining all of our other Chicago museums, the Field is offering an after hours evening event. Essentially the museum will be staying open … [Read more...] about Summer Late Night Field Museum
$5 Doc Films University of Chicago
$5 Doc Films University of Chicago. Doc Films screens movies every night of the academic year, dedicating one night a week to a particular theme, often featuring movies that cannot be seen elsewhere. Where: University of Chicago's Max Palevsky Cinema, 1212 East 59th Street. When: Every night … [Read more...] about $5 Doc Films University of Chicago
Cheap Comedy tickets in Chicago
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Cheap Comedy tickets in Chicago. Chicago is home to some world famous comedy clubs. From FREE to 50% OFF here's some ticket deals we've found: "The Second City's Fast, Loud & Funny": Sketches & Songs at UP Comedy Club, Chicago "Chicago's Best Stand-Up" at the Laugh Factory at … [Read more...] about Cheap Comedy tickets in Chicago
Free concerts at Chicago Cultural Center
Free concerts at Chicago Cultural Center. The Chicago Cultural Center hosts two free concert series year round at 12:15p on the 1st and 4th Mondays and every Wednesday. Chamber Mondays explore a rich diversity of chamber music, featuring Chicago’s most talented classical, jazz, and ethnic music … [Read more...] about Free concerts at Chicago Cultural Center
Broadway in Chicago $25 on the 25th
Broadway in Chicago $25 on the 25th. On the 25th of each month, beginning at 12:01AM CST until 11:59 p.m. CST BIC offers $25 tickets for usually one show only. You will end up purchaing the tickets through Ticketmaster so additional ticketing fess apply. The deal is only visible if you "Like" BIC … [Read more...] about Broadway in Chicago $25 on the 25th
Lyric Opera Chicago tours
Lyric Opera Chicago tours. If you have an interest in opera and/or architecture you might want to consider taking a Lyric Opera tour. When: June 26, 29, July 14, 21, 28, August 4, 11, 18 2017 10AM-11AM Where: Lyric Opera, 20 N. Wacker Dr., 312-827-5626, Rice Grand Foyer (Main entrance on … [Read more...] about Lyric Opera Chicago tours
Free or cheap things to do in Chicago this week
Free or cheap things to do in Chicago this week. You can find a complete list of events by day on our Calendar page. Below the daily list are about 70 more Free or Cheap Things to do on any day. To keep up with the latest news on deals, discounts and free events in Chicago, sign up for the daily … [Read more...] about Free or cheap things to do in Chicago this week
Northwest Chicago Film Society: $5 movies
Northwest Chicago Film Society: $5 movies. Are you a movie buff? Do you like a good deal? Check out these great films that you can't see anywhere on the big screen for $5 and a few screenings for $7. Where: Northeastern Illinois University (Auditorium, Building E, 3701 W. Bryn Mawr Ave., … [Read more...] about Northwest Chicago Film Society: $5 movies
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