Travel around the world to 18 countries by viewing 18 films in 18 weeks during the free annual Cinema Chicago Summer Screenings series from May 24-Septemer 20, 2023 at the Chicago History Museum and Chicago Cultural Center. This year's series follows the theme of cities. Viewers can … [Read more...] about Cinema Chicago Free Summer Screenings
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Regal Cinemas Host ScreenX Day with $3 Tickets
Pull yourself off the couch and head to Regal Cinemas for the ultra-immersive ScreenX experience, which features multiple projectors and technology that make you feel like you're in the middle of the scene. ScreenX Day is April 29, 2023, at Regal Webster Place and Regal City North. ScreenX uses a … [Read more...] about Regal Cinemas Host ScreenX Day with $3 Tickets
Free CineYouth Film Fest
Check out free screenings, workshops and panel discussions from the next generation of filmmakers from around the world during the 18th annual CineYouth Film Festival from April 21-23, 2023, at Facets in the Lincoln Park neighborhood and streaming globally from April 24-30, 2023. Explore the … [Read more...] about Free CineYouth Film Fest
Discounted Tickets at the Chicago Latino Film Festival
The diversity and broad appeal of Latin American cinema will be showcased during the 39th annual Chicago Latino Film Festival from April 13-23, 2023. Viewers will be transported to many of the cultures and experiences of Latin America, Spain, Portugal, and the U.S. with almost … [Read more...] about Discounted Tickets at the Chicago Latino Film Festival
Free Earth Day Film Fest
Celebrate Earth Day with a free week-long film festival that features virtual watch parties, in-person Chicago venues, a Chicago park clean up and an Earth Day Action Fair, April 19-23, 2023. The Earth Day Film Festival includes thought-provoking films and discussions as well as … [Read more...] about Free Earth Day Film Fest
Free Frankie Knuckles House Party
Celebrate the vibrant legacy of Frankie Knuckles, the godfather of house music, with a free, day-long house music party, "A Song For Frankie," on April 15, 2023, at the Stony Island Arts Bank, a hybrid media archive, library, gallery and community center. Dance to the uplifting rhythms of house … [Read more...] about Free Frankie Knuckles House Party
Sor Juana Festival Events
The annual Sor Juana Festival honors the historic Mexican writer, feminist and nun, Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz with a dynamic line-up of artists, writers and singers at the National Museum of Mexican Art through May 13, 2023. Check out some of the exciting free … [Read more...] about Sor Juana Festival Events
Chicago Film Festival Opening Night Block Party
Step onto the red carpet and enjoy free music, food and film-themed events at the Chicago International Film Festival Opening Night Block Party on October 12, 2022. Kicking off 12 days of international and independent movies at the Chicago International Film Festival, the block party will … [Read more...] about Chicago Film Festival Opening Night Block Party
Free movies at Millennium Park
There's nothing better than watching a movie al fresco with a light picnic on the lush Millenium Park lawn. This Chicago summertime tradition is back with the Millenium Park Film Series, running from July 12 to Sept. 6, 2022. Stroll into the Jay Pritzker Pavilion and watch classic, … [Read more...] about Free movies at Millennium Park
AMC movies passes for $9.75
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AMC movies passes for $9.75. In this post I explain how to save money on movie tickets. I try to go to the movies on Tuesdays only ($7.28 Tuesdays) but that doesn't always work out so I always use AMC Yellow Passes that I buy for $9 from Sam's Club. Most movies are around $16 … [Read more...] about AMC movies passes for $9.75
Free movies Navy Pier
Free movies Navy Pier When: Mondays and Thursday, July 8-August 30, 2021. Now September 29, 2021 6:30PM-9PM Where: Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand, Lake Stage in Polk Bros Park Monday and Thursdays are free outdoor movie night along the lake at Navy Pier's Water Flicks, a weekly summer film … [Read more...] about Free movies Navy Pier
Lincoln Yards Outdoor movies $10
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Lincoln Yards Outdoor movies $10 Sterling Bay, the Davis Theater and the 2nd Ward are hosting a outdoor movies. When: See dates below Doors open at 6PM. Show starts 30 minutes after sunset. Where: Lincoln Yards, 1665 N Ada Street Tickets are $10/person plus taxes and … [Read more...] about Lincoln Yards Outdoor movies $10
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