Comic book nerds rejoice! The annual celebration of comic book culture and artistry arrives every first Saturday in May, so May 7, 2022, is officially Free Comic Book Day. Participating comic book shops across North America will give away free comics to any visitor throughout the day. Over 2,000 … [Read more...] about Free Comic Book Day
Entertainment
Free Tea Time Concert Series
Relax and unwind with a cup of tea, cookies and soothing melodies during the Tea Time Concert Series hosted by the University of Chicago Music Department. Enjoy tea and cookies at 4:15 and a 45-minute concert at 4:30 pm, every Thursday at Fulton Recital Hall. The series runs from April 7, … [Read more...] about Free Tea Time Concert Series
University of Chicago Free Spring Concerts
Absorb the talents of a diverse line-up of musicians and orchestras during the University of Chicago's Department of Music Performance Program, April 8, 2022-May 29, 2022. All concerts are free and open to the public with locations at various venues on the University of Chicago campus. Here is … [Read more...] about University of Chicago Free Spring Concerts
Free and Cheap Spring Events
Spring in Chicago brings slowly rising temperatures and more opportunities to enjoy outdoor activities. This year's spring events include a fun line-up of films, art and design shows and festivals. Sprinkle some variety into the typical spring choices like parks and zoos and consider these … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Spring Events
Free Sequence Chicago Navy Pier
Free Sequence Chicago Navy Pier When: Saturdays, October 2-November 27, 2021 3:00pm-6:00pm Where: Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave, Fifth Third Bank Family Pavilion Food Experience Corridor (I think that's the Food Court). Sequence Ch!cago is a series of events on nine Saturdays, … [Read more...] about Free Sequence Chicago Navy Pier
Visit museums free this weekend
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 this weekend
Discount tickets to Blue Man Group
Discount tickets to Blue Man Group When: November 4-7, 2021 Where: Briar Street Theatre, Chicago 3133 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL (773) 348-4000. All patrons 12 years or older will need to show proof of vaccination at check-in. Blue Man Group at Chicago's Briar Street … [Read more...] about Discount tickets to Blue Man Group
AMC movies passes for $9.75
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
Broadway in Chicago Rush Tickets and Lotteries
Chicago theater tickets range from major local theater performances to small community theaters but Broadway in Chicago features productions straight from New York's Broadway. Ticket prices can be steep but there are options to score deals and discounts. What are Rush Tickets? Broadway in … [Read more...] about Broadway in Chicago Rush Tickets and Lotteries
Free Thee Best Western Block Party
Free Thee Best Western Block Party When: Saturday, October 9, 2021 12:00PM-8:00PM Where: The Empty Bottle, 1035 N. Western Avenue, (773) 276-3600. Admission free. Music Friendly Dancing fairground (Cortez St.) Tickets A new Block Party that celebrates Western Avenue which … [Read more...] about Free Thee Best Western Block Party
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
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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