Chicago celebrates the seven-day, African American holiday of Kwanzaa with performances, plays, story-times and festivals throughout the city. Garfield Park will honor Kwanzaa with a free day of music, dance and art on December 31, 2022. Kwanzaa commemorates African traditions within African … [Read more...] about Kwanzaa Celebration at Garfield Park
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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
Mercado Navideno at Museum of Mexican Art
Add the colors and traditions of Mexico to your holiday shopping with a visit to the Mercado Navideno at the National Museum of Mexican Art on November 25-27, 2022. Explore hand-crafted gifts from Mexico including ornaments, nativity scenes, art, jewelry, apparel and toys. You won't have to worry … [Read more...] about Mercado Navideno at Museum of Mexican Art
Andersonville Winter Market and Holiday Trolley
Get ready for the holidays with Swedish goods and hand-crafted gifts at the second annual Andersonville Winter Market on December 2-4, 2022. Roam through the Andersonville business district with a free holiday trolley that runs all weekend. Sip on steaming cups of Simon's Tavern glogg … [Read more...] about Andersonville Winter Market and Holiday Trolley
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
Veterans Day events and deals in Chicago
Veteran's Day is an important national holiday and Chicago honors all who have served in the military by offering them FREE or discounted food or services on Veteran's Day, Friday, November 11, 2022 (unless another date is noted). How the deals work Always call to check that a … [Read more...] about Veterans Day events and deals in Chicago
Chicago Free and Cheap Halloween Events
Whether you like parades, tours, parties or old school trick or treating, there are lots of free and cheap Halloween events to explore all over Chicago. Check out everything from boat rides to shopping and fall fests in our round up below. Chicago Halloween Cruises Float … [Read more...] about Chicago Free and Cheap Halloween Events
Free Jose Cuervo Agave Bar
Sip on the traditions of Mexican agave cocktails and learn about sustainable products made from the plant at the Jose Cuervo Agave Bar pop-up at Big Star restaurant on September 16-17 2022. This free, immersive event features a rotating menu of Mexican dishes inspired by the state of Jalisco, … [Read more...] about Free Jose Cuervo Agave Bar