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ChiTown Drive-in movies

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.Chitown Drive-in movies. Where:  Chi-town Drive-in 2343 S. Throop St. (312) 226-1988  When: See below.  Tickets $33-$49 Watch movies from the safety of your car.  Hosted by Elevated Films Chicago and Music Box Theatre. Chitown Drive-in movies Tuesday November 24 7:00PM … [Read more...] about ChiTown Drive-in movies

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Rent a private AMC theater

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Rent a private AMC theater This seemed like a good idea, before we went on lockdown again.  Rent an AMC theater for one or have up to 20 total guests (host included).  You could rent it for your family and close friends with less risk than going to the theater with strangers.  This … [Read more...] about Rent a private AMC theater

Discount tickets to Fathom Events

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Discount tickets to Fathom Events What are Fathom Events? Fathom Events are special screenings at AMC, Cinemark and Regal Theaters. Fathom Events offers limited showings of “TCM Big Screen Classics” (such as the 75th Anniversary screening of Casablanca.) and live events (such as Metropolitan Opera … [Read more...] about Discount tickets to Fathom Events

Drive-in or walk-in movies at Soldier Field

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Drive-in or walk-in movies at Soldier Field When: July 8, 2020 -  TBD.  Gates Open: 7pm, Music Entertainment: 7pm-8:30pm, Movie Screening: 8:30pm-10:15pm, Lot Closes: 11pm Where:  Soldier Field, 1410 Museum Campus Drive Cost: $55 plus fees Purchase of (1) event ticket good for up to 6 … [Read more...] about Drive-in or walk-in movies at Soldier Field

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Lincoln Yards Drive-in $40

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Lincoln Yards Drive-in $40 Sterling Bay and the 2nd Ward is hosting a pop-up drive-n movie theater this summer. When: Starting June 25, 2020 Where:  1397 W Wabansia Ave. Price is $35 per vehicle before taxes (10.75%) & fees (2%), approximately $40. Price is per car regardless of how … [Read more...] about Lincoln Yards Drive-in $40

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Stream Ken Burns Baseball for free

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Stream Ken Burns Baseball for free.  Ken Burns makes his “Baseball” documentary mini-series available to stream for free If you're jonesing for some baseball with Spring Training canceled and Opening Day postponed Ken Burns announced on Twitter that he has arranged for PBS to make his documentary … [Read more...] about Stream Ken Burns Baseball for free

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Free movies Harold Washington Library

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Free movies Harold Washington Library Where:  Harold Washington Library Center, 400 S. State Street, Cindy Pritzker Auditorium or Video Library, Lower Level 312-747-4300.  As part of the Chicago Public Library's Art, Movies and Performances series the Harold Washington Library is screening … [Read more...] about Free movies Harold Washington Library

Free films at Chicago Cultural Center

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Free films at Chicago Cultural Center. Where: Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington, Claudia Cassidy Theater, 2nd Floor North WTTW presents Community Cinema in partnership with the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events. Attend a free screening and discussion about an … [Read more...] about Free films at Chicago Cultural Center

Free movie screening Near North Library

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Free movie screening Near North Library Where:  Near North Library: 310 W. Division Street, (312) 744-0991. Always call the library to confirm. Subject to cancellation. Film Screening: A Dog's Journey (2019) Saturday, January 25, 2020 2:00PM – 3:45PM A dog makes a promise to protect and … [Read more...] about Free movie screening Near North Library

Free movie screening West Loop Library

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Free movie screening West Loop Library Where:  West Loop Library: 122 N. Aberdeen Street, (312) 744-2995. Always call the library to confirm. Subject to cancellation. Free movie screening West Loop Library Heritage Screening: Atomic Blonde (2017) Saturday, March 28, 2020  2:30PM – … [Read more...] about Free movie screening West Loop Library

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AMC Theaters: $6 ticket Tuesdays

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AMC Theaters: $6 ticket Tuesdays AMC "Discount Tuesdays" offers $6 movie tickets all day (w/tax downtown Chicago = $6.72) for AMC Stubs members (join for free) at participating AMC, AMC DINE-IN and AMC CLASSIC locations. Cameo Combos Pair a Cameo popcorn with your choice of a 21 oz. ICEE® or a … [Read more...] about AMC Theaters: $6 ticket Tuesdays

Free films Chicago Cultural Center

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Free films Chicago Cultural Center Where:  Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington, Claudia Cassidy Theater, 2nd Floor North Wednesday, December 11, 2019 5:00PM-9:00PM Reception at 5pm in GAR Hall.  Doors Open at 5:30pm, Film screening at 6pm, Q&A to follow screening RSVP Screening and … [Read more...] about Free films Chicago Cultural Center

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