Hop on down to the NewCity complex for the third annual Easter Egg Hunt, "NewCity and the Chocolate Factory" on April 1. 2023. This free event is open to children under 16. Step into a world of pure imagination with over 20,000 eggs stuffed with candy and toys, music, face painting, a candy … [Read more...] about Free Easter Egg Hunt at NewCity
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Planet HER Night Bazaar
Celebrate Women's History Month at the second annual Planet HER Bazaar & Celebration of women makers, artists and musicians at the Chicago Athletic Association on March 24, 2023. Presented by Refine Collective, this exciting night bazaar features 50 Chicago-based women artisans, makers and … [Read more...] about Planet HER Night Bazaar
National Margarita Day Deals in Chicago
There's nothing more festive than sipping a tangy Margarita, especially in the middle of a freezing Chicago winter. Tuesday, February 22, 2023, is National Margarita Day and Chicago is definitely celebrating. Sit back and pretend you're in a palm-tree-lined tropical destination and … [Read more...] about National Margarita Day Deals in Chicago
Apple Honors Black History Month with Free Events
Apple is celebrating Black History Month with free events that embody the theme of "Black resistance through art." The Apple Michigan Avenue store will host events on February 16, 2023, and February 18, 2023. Exploring the depth and richness of the African diaspora, the events will showcase … [Read more...] about Apple Honors Black History Month with Free Events
National Pop Corn Day Deals
There's nothing like crunching on a big bowl or bag of popcorn while watching a movie, TV show or just as a snack. Well, popcorn lovers rejoice, January 19, 2023, is National Popcorn Day and there are many deals to celebrate throughout Chicago. Garrett's Popcorn: The legendary Chicago shop is … [Read more...] about National Pop Corn Day Deals
Free Tickets to Chicago Travel & Adventure Show
The Chicago Travel & Adventure Show offers exciting chances to learn about destination news, flight hacks and more. We covered discounted tickets for the show last week. It was just announced that a limited amount of free tickets are now available through Travelzoo. Grab your … [Read more...] about Free Tickets to Chicago Travel & Adventure Show
Discount House Music New Years’ Eve Party
There's no better way to celebrate New Years' Eve in Chicago than with the house music that was birthed here. Jack your body to grooves from legendary house DJs at Bourbon on Division on December 31, 2022, in the Wicker Park neighborhood. Dance into the new year with Chosen Few DJs Wayne … [Read more...] about Discount House Music New Years’ Eve Party
Free Puerto Rican Christmas Market
Chicago's first Puerto Rican Christmas Market arrives in Humboldt Park with artisan goods, traditional gifts from 15 artists, and free workshops. The market runs every Saturday through January 6, 2023. Hosted by the Puerto Rican Cultural Center, the Puerto Rican Christmas Market highlights … [Read more...] about Free Puerto Rican Christmas Market
Chicago Toy & Game Fair
Tis' the season to be jolly and there's nothing jollier than the largest gathering of toy and game enthusiasts in North America. Join the 20th annual Chicago Toy & Game Fair at the Stephens Convention Center on December 10-11, 2022. Experience a wonderland of play and games including … [Read more...] about Chicago Toy & Game Fair
Navi Arts Festival at National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts
The rich traditions of Puerto Rican holiday celebrations come to life at the Navi Arts Festival at the National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture, November 19-20, 2022. Explore all the elements of a Puerto Rican Christmas, with food, live music, art workshops and hand-crafted gifts from … [Read more...] about Navi Arts Festival at National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts
Chicago Turkey Crawl Early Bird Tickets for $10
Prepare for a night of pre-holiday drinks, food and partying at the annual Chicago Turkey Crawl. This popular annual event supplies free admission and food in almost a dozen bars in the Wrigleyville neighborhood on November 23, 2022. Drop into participating Wrigleyville bars for dinner … [Read more...] about Chicago Turkey Crawl Early Bird Tickets for $10
Donate What You Can for Outer Loop Theater’s First Chicago Production
The New York-based Outer Loop Theater Experience nonprofit theater for social change expands to Chicago with a production of the classic South African play, "Sizwe Banzi is Dead" on November 18-20, 2022. First performed in 1972, "Sizwe Banzi is Dead" was written by Athol Fugard, John Kani, … [Read more...] about Donate What You Can for Outer Loop Theater’s First Chicago Production



















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