Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with two days of Irish music, dance, food and drink during the annual St. Patrick's Day Fest at the Irish American Heritage Center in the Mayfair neighborhood on March 14 and 15, 2026. The Irish American Heritage Center hosts the biggest St. Pat's Day party … [Read more...] about St. Patrick Day Fest at Irish American Heritage Center
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St. Patrick’s Day at Gallagher Way
It's the green season again! Chicago's Irish pride runs deep and there's no better way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day than at the free St. Patrick's Day events at Gallagher Way on March 15.2026. The festivities include activities for all ages during this family-friendly … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Day at Gallagher Way
Dairy Queen Hosts Free Cone Day on March 19
Chill out this spring with lots of cool treats at Dairy Queen! The popular ice cream shop celebrates the start of spring with its annual (and extremely popular!) FREE Cone Day on March 19, 2026. Image: Dairy Queen Since 2015, Free Cone Day marks the official kickoff to spring at … [Read more...] about Dairy Queen Hosts Free Cone Day on March 19
Chicago Southside Irish St. Patrick’s Day Parade
With a pedigree that reaches back over 46 years, the Southside Irish St. Patrick's Day Parade is one of the largest community-focused St. Patrick's Day Parades outside of Dublin. This year's parade marches on Sunday, March 15, 2026, from noon to 3 p.m. The parade runs through the Beverly … [Read more...] about Chicago Southside Irish St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Food and Drink Deals at Andersonville Restaurant Week
It may still be frosty but Chicago continues to supply hot activities to enjoy in the city. The seventh annual Andersonville Restaurant Week runs from March 15-29, 2026. The event features 16 restaurants serving prix fixe deals. The popular Andersonville neighborhood dining … [Read more...] about Food and Drink Deals at Andersonville Restaurant Week
Baskin-Robbins goes bananas with $6 banana split special in March
This March, Baskin-Robbins is going bananas! The popular ice cream shop is the go-to place for banana lovers in March, thanks to its new flavor of the month – Banana Dulce de Leche – and weekly banana split special. The new flavor is a gooey combination of banana custard and brown butter … [Read more...] about Baskin-Robbins goes bananas with $6 banana split special in March
IHOP flips free buttermilk pancakes for one day only
More butter and syrup, please. Pancakes make everyone happy. And FREE pancakes make everyone really happy! For the 20th year, IHOP is celebrating its very own National Pancake Day on March 3, 2026. Image: IHOP On March 3, 2026, IHOP will be flipping a FREE Short Stack of … [Read more...] about IHOP flips free buttermilk pancakes for one day only
Chicago Northwest Side Irish St. Patrick’s Day Parade
The 23rd annual Northwestside Irish St. Patrick's Day Parade gears up at noon on Sunday, March 15, 2026. The parade kicks off at Onahan School, at 6634 W. Raven St. and Neola Avenue south to Northwest Highway and north to Harlem in the Norwood Park neighborhood. This … [Read more...] about Chicago Northwest Side Irish St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Denny’s Spring Break Pass offers free breakfast everyday for four weeks ($300+ value)
Are you ready to spring into action for this giveaway from Denny’s? Spring Break season is on the horizon with all the fun, relaxation and rejuvenation it brings every year. And, this year, America’s Diner is serving up a must-pack accessory – the Denny’s Spring Break Pass. It’s the ticket to a … [Read more...] about Denny’s Spring Break Pass offers free breakfast everyday for four weeks ($300+ value)
Chicago Irish Film Fest
Transport yourself with the magic of Irish storytelling during the 27th annual Chicago Irish Film Festival. Enjoy movies that celebrate the complexity and joy of the Emerald Isle during the in-theater showings from February 26 to March 1, 2026 or virtual films from February 26 to March 1, … [Read more...] about Chicago Irish Film Fest
St. Patrick’s Day Cruises from $30
Float along with smiling Irish eyes and hop a St. Patrick's Day Green River Cruise on the Chicago River from March 13-17, 2026. Enjoy skyline views on a three-story luxury yacht while celebrating St. Patrick's Day. View the legendary bright green of the Chicago River on St. Patrick's Day … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Day Cruises from $30
Chick-fil-A gives away free breakfast sandwich for two weeks
Good morning, Chick-fil-A! While many Chick-fil-A locations give away FREE food to local customers, it’s not often the popular chicken restaurant offers a national giveaway. That’s why this generous offer gives the chain’s loyal customers one more reason to cluck about why Chick-fil-A is so loved … [Read more...] about Chick-fil-A gives away free breakfast sandwich for two weeks




















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