Embrace the winter season with icy escapades at Gallagher Way. Glide around the ice skating rink, skid across the rink in ice bumper cars or learn how to play ice bocce through February 15, 2026. Whirl around in the frosty air with historic Wrigley Field in the backdrop. Admission to the rink … [Read more...] about Ice skating at Gallagher Way
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Chicago Architecture Biennial
The city's most anticipated architecture event, the Chicago Architecture Biennial, unfolds this year with the theme, "SHIFT: Architecture in Times of Radical Change," featuring exhibits, panel discussions, films, performances, activations and events across the city through February 28, … [Read more...] about Chicago Architecture Biennial
Chicago Restaurant Week Deals
Chicago Restaurant Week returns on January 23, 2026- February 8, 2026, with lots of tasty opportunities to dive into the city's award-winning food scene. Technically, it's not just a week, it's a 17-day eating extravaganza. The 19th annual event features over 500 restaurants across the city … [Read more...] about Chicago Restaurant Week Deals
Cinemark celebrates National Popcorn Day with $5 Bring-Your-Own-Bucket special for two days
Add this buttery bargain to your bucket list, popcorn lovers! The savings will definitely be popping at Cinemark for National Popcorn Day. If you’re craving movie theater popcorn at a blockbuster price, head over to the popular theater chain on Jan. 18 and 19, 2026. Bring your own bucket … [Read more...] about Cinemark celebrates National Popcorn Day with $5 Bring-Your-Own-Bucket special for two days
Enjoy rare buy-one-get-one special at Panera Bread for limited time
Looking for healthy savings? Panera Bread offers lots of delicious soups, salads and sandwiches. However, for most bargain hunters, the popular eatery is also known for being more expensive than other fast-casual eateries. That’s why, anytime they offer any discount, it’s a big deal — especially … [Read more...] about Enjoy rare buy-one-get-one special at Panera Bread for limited time
Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival Free Events
Dive into the fanciful world of puppetry at the Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival, which presents master puppeteers from around the world in an array of performances throughout the city. The fest hosts over 100 events in 12 days. Performance tickets range from $15-$48 but the … [Read more...] about Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival Free Events
Free and Cheap Martin Luther King Day Chicago Events
Martin Luther King Jr. Day offers opportunities to celebrate the legacy of Dr. King by supporting racial justice causes, giving back to the community, and attending events that reflect his fight for equality and civil rights. Chicago boasts a particular connection with the icon because it was … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Martin Luther King Day Chicago Events
Free Polar Adventure Days
Explore the natural beauty of the winter season during the annual Polar Adventure Days on January 24, 2026. Bundle up and enjoy the chilly fun on the 119 acres of Northerly Island Park, located along the shoreline of Lake Michigan. Connect with nature during a day of … [Read more...] about Free Polar Adventure Days
Ride the CTA for free on New Year’s Eve
Celebrate New Year's Eve in Chicago and avoid surge pricing and long waits for cabs on New Year's Eve night by hopping on a CTA train or bus for free. All CTA, Pace and Metra services will be free on December 31, 2025, starting at 10 pm. Join all the city's holiday festivities without … [Read more...] about Ride the CTA for free on New Year’s Eve
Cheap Things to do in Chicago on New Year’s Eve
New Year's Eve in Chicago offers all the glamor and excitement expected on the last day of the year but all that glitz comes at a price. New Year's Eve events are notoriously expensive, whether you're just toasting the holiday with champagne or dancing the night away. If you don't want to pay the … [Read more...] about Cheap Things to do in Chicago on New Year’s Eve
Rudolph’s Rooftop
Enjoy holiday festivities with the dramatic backdrop of the Chicago skyline at Rudolph's Rooftop at the LondonHouse Chicago. Take in twinkling lights, nostalgic decor,heated igloos, holiday cocktails and spectacular views of the Chicago River through January 25, 2026. Head to the … [Read more...] about Rudolph’s Rooftop
Free Kwanzaa Celebration at Malcolm X College
The exuberant seven-day African American tradition of Kwanzaa will be celebrated with seven days of free music, dance, culture and community at Malcolm X College on December 26, 2025-January 1, 2026. The annual Malcolm X College Kwanzaa Celebration honors the theme of … [Read more...] about Free Kwanzaa Celebration at Malcolm X College
