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Free and cheap things to do this weekend in Chicago

Looking for something fun to do this weekend in Chicago? There are tons of free and cheap events in the city. Here’s our list of the top free events, discounts, and deals to have fun around town on your Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. There are many diversified events so choose your … [Read more...] about Free and cheap things to do this weekend in Chicago

Indigenous Peoples Day Chicago Arts & Music Fest

Celebrate the culture and contributions of Indigenous and Native American communities at the fifth annual Indigenous Peoples Day Chicago Arts & Music Festival, October 8-9 2023. This free, two-day music festival will highlight influential Indigenous performers from all over North and South … [Read more...] about Indigenous Peoples Day Chicago Arts & Music Fest

Arts in the Dark Halloween Parade

Head to State Street to celebrate Halloween as the "artist's holiday" with an evening of wonder and creativity at the Arts in the Dark Halloween Parade on October 21, 2023, in the Loop. Recognized as one of the top six Halloween events in the world, the ninth annual Arts in the Dark parade will … [Read more...] about Arts in the Dark Halloween Parade

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

Fine Arts Building 125th Anniversary Celebration

Chicago's landmark artist's haven which boasts 10 floors of art studios and performance spaces, celebrates 125 years as the "heartbeat of arts and culture in America" with the Fine Arts Building 125th Anniversary Celebration on October 13, 2023. A home for art in all forms, the historic Fine Arts … [Read more...] about Fine Arts Building 125th Anniversary Celebration

Sauced Equinox Night Market

Celebrate the fall equinox and absorb the food, music and vibes at Sauced Equinox Night Market, on September 22-23 2023 at Half Acre Beer Co in the Ravenswood neighborhood. This roving market supplies over three dozen vendors selling hand-crafted artisan goods and … [Read more...] about Sauced Equinox Night Market

Maxwell Street Market

There's no Chicago market more iconic than Maxwell Street Market. This year, the market runs every Sunday through October 29, 2023, 9 am -3 pm. Open since 1912, this bustling marketplace is much more than just a place to shop, it's a Chicago cultural mecca. Maxwell Street was where Chicago … [Read more...] about Maxwell Street Market

Beverly Art Walk

Explore the vibrant arts community of the historic Beverly/Morgan Park neighborhood at the 10th annual Beverly Art Walk on September 23, 2023. Hosted by the Beverly Arts Alliance, the Beverly Art Walk is a free, family-friendly event that highlights local art and music. Browse the … [Read more...] about Beverly Art Walk

Open House Chicago

Explore the architectural and cultural treasures that Chicago is famous for during the annual Open House Chicago events. Visit over 170 sites in more than 20 neighborhoods across the city during the in-person activities on October 14-15, 2023. Go behind the scenes in members-only clubs, private … [Read more...] about Open House Chicago

Free Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest

Celebrate the joys of autumn in the fun-filled setting of Lincoln Park Zoo during the ninth annual Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest, September 29-October 29, 2023. Step into the vibrant world of pumpkins, harvest mazes and fall photo ops during this family-friendly event. Admission to the zoo is always … [Read more...] about Free Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest

German-American Fest Chicago

Celebrate German heritage in all its forms including dance, music, food at the annual German-American Fest on September 8-10,2023 in the Lincoln Square neighborhood. Commemorating 100 years of German traditions, the German American Fest features the Von Steuben Day Parade on September 9 … [Read more...] about German-American Fest Chicago

West Loop Art Fest

Stroll into the trendy West Loop neighborhood for four blocks of eye-catching art for the fourth annual West Loop Art Fest on September 2-3, 2023. The free event supplies a full weekend of fun in the Fulton Market district. Browse through dozens of art displays … [Read more...] about West Loop Art Fest