Journey back into the opulence of the Gilded Age at Chicago's own Downton Abbey at the Driehaus Museum, a restored 19th-century mansion just steps from the Magnificent Mile. The museum will host a series of holiday pop-up concerts on December 16, 2023, and December 21, 2023. Enjoy … [Read more...] about Pop-Up Concerts at Driehaus Museum
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Free Museum Days for December
When the weather outside is frightful, head to Chicago museums for an indoor cultural adventure. In December, many museums offer free days for Illinois residents to enjoy the exhibits so mark these dates on your calendar. The Field Museum will offer free admission for Illinois residents on … [Read more...] about Free Museum Days for December
Jack Frost Fulton Market
Stroll under 100,000 holiday lights and dive into seasonal fun including holiday pop-up shops, ice skating and bumper cars at the Jack Frost Holiday Pop-Up at Fulton Market through December 31, 2023. Journey into the ultimate holiday adventure with a … [Read more...] about Jack Frost Fulton Market
Ride the Holly Jolly Trolley for Ravenswood Events
Hop aboard the Ravenswood Holly Jolly Trolley and roll through the neighborhood for Small Business Saturday holiday shopping and three pop-up markets on November 25, 2023. Feel the spirit of the season as you ride on three different trolleys across the neighborhood from 11 am- 5 pm. Stops … [Read more...] about Ride the Holly Jolly Trolley for Ravenswood Events
Chicago Film Festival Opening Night Block Party
Step onto the red carpet and enjoy free music, food and film-themed events at the Chicago International Film Festival Opening Night Block Party on October 11, 2023. Kicking off 12 days of international and independent movies at the Chicago International Film Festival, the block party will … [Read more...] about Chicago Film Festival Opening Night Block Party
Tsukimi Chicago Moon Viewing Festival
Celebrate the harvest moon during the traditional Tsukimi Moon Viewing Festival at the Garden of the Phoenix in Jackson Park, on September 29, 2023. Sit in the beauty of the moonlight and enjoy music, tea ceremonies and poetry that honors the moon. Japanese Tsukimi festivals gather people … [Read more...] about Tsukimi Chicago Moon Viewing Festival
West Town Art Walk
Enjoy visual art, music, and fashion while browsing restaurants and shops along Chicago Avenue during the annual West Town Art Walk on September 29-30, 2023. The West Town neighborhood bubbles with color, food and art in all forms during this popular free event. The West Town … [Read more...] about West Town Art Walk
Free Chicago Dance and Music at Harris Fest
Celebrate the 20th anniversary of Millennium Park's Harris Theater for Music and Dance with a free, all-day festival of performances by acclaimed resident dance and music companies at Harris Fest, on September 9, 2023. Over 20 Chicago music and dance companies will dazzle crowds all over the … [Read more...] about Free Chicago Dance and Music at Harris Fest
Free Kids Lunchabuild Adventure
The beloved children's lunch time meal, Lunchables, has been transformed into an interactive pop up game,the Lunchabuild Adventure, which will take over Millennium Park on August 10 -13, 2023. Kids can weave through a life-sized Lunchable that stands 10 feet tall and 34 feet wide. The Lunchabuild … [Read more...] about Free Kids Lunchabuild Adventure
Free Chicago Shakespeare in the Parks
Grab a blanket or chair, pack a picnic and head to parks all over the city for the beloved annual Chicago Shakespeare in the Parks. This year's pop-up events will mix popular music and interdisciplinary art with scenes and speeches from Shakespeare's plays that explore how we can all be heroes … [Read more...] about Free Chicago Shakespeare in the Parks
Free Museum Admissions for July
Most Chicago museums offer free admission days during the cold months of January and February when being inside a museum is a welcome respite from the blustery weather. For July 2023, there are a few museums that are offering free admission days for visitors to enjoy exhibits and cool relief during … [Read more...] about Free Museum Admissions for July
Fair Trade Fashion Warehouse Sale
Browse through a thrilling selection of one-of-a-kind, fair trade apparel and jewelry at the Mata Traders Fair Trade Fashion Warehouse Sale, June 23-24, 2023, in the Ravenswood neighborhood. Score great deals on samples and seconds in dresses, pants, tops, skirts and more. All of the ethically … [Read more...] about Fair Trade Fashion Warehouse Sale
