Free events

Chicago Children’s Theatre Spring Pop Up

Welcome the fun and creativity of spring at the Chicago Children's Theatre's free Spring Pop-Up event on April 1, 2023. Families can enjoy story time, crafts and more at the West Loop space. Chicago author Vanessa Rodriquez will read from her book, Chicago Loves Me, activities with … [Read more...] about Chicago Children’s Theatre Spring Pop Up

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

Free Blues Concert at the Logan Center

Hear the rousing sounds of acclaimed blues musician Corey Harris and Appalachian multi-instrumentalist James Leva at "Blues Geographies", a live performance that connects African and Celtic music traditions on April 1, 2023, at the Logan Center. Discover the intersections of … [Read more...] about Free Blues Concert at the Logan Center

Logan Square Makers Market & Bar Hop

The beloved past-times of shopping and bar crawling combine into one fun-filled event for the Logans Square Makers Market & Bar Hop on March 12, 2023, in the trendy northwest side community. Browse through hand-crafted goods like jewelry, art, candles and beauty products from 45 artisans … [Read more...] about Logan Square Makers Market & Bar Hop

Chicago Northwest Side Irish St. Patrick’s Day Parade

The 19th annual Northwestside Irish St. Patrick's Day Parade gears up at noon on Sunday, March 12, 2023. The parade kicks off at Onahan School, at 6634 W. Raven St. and Neola Avenue south to Northwest Highway and north to Harlem in the Norwood Park neighborhood. This family-friendly parade … [Read more...] about Chicago Northwest Side Irish St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Celebrate Holi at Navy Pier

Holi, the Hindu celebration that welcomes spring with vivid powders of color, will be hosted in a free event at Navy Pier as part of the Global Connections series. On Saturday, March 4, 2023, participants can throw a rainbow of colored powders outside on the South Dock, symbolizing the triumph of … [Read more...] about Celebrate Holi at Navy Pier

Chicago Southside Irish St. Patrick’s Day Parade

With a pedigree that reaches back 43 years, the Southside Irish St. Patrick's Day Parade is one of the largest community-focused St. Patrick's Day Parades outside of Dublin. This year's parade marches on Sunday, March 12, 2023, from noon-3 pm. The parade runs through the Beverly neighborhood and … [Read more...] about Chicago Southside Irish St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Chicago St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Chicago's extensive Irish history and heritage will be on glorious display at the downtown Chicago 2023 St. Patrick's Day Parade, at 12:30 on Saturday, March 11, 2022. This annual event full of floats, music, dancing and fun, is one of the largest St. Patrick's Day celebrations in the … [Read more...] about Chicago St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Dyeing The Chicago River Green for St. Patrick’s Day

Chicago's signature and most unusual St. Patrick's Day event is the beloved tradition of dyeing the Chicago River green. Although the river already has a greenish hue, a secret formula of environmentally friendly dye transforms the waves into a vivid green, worthy of St. Patrick's Day. This … [Read more...] about Dyeing The Chicago River Green for St. Patrick’s Day

Surviving The Long Wars Exhibit at Hyde Park Art Center

The personal and collective histories of Black, Indigenous and People of Color and the impact of the American Indian Wars and the" Global War on Terror," is the focus of the multi-media exhibit, Surviving The Long Wars: Unlikely Entanglements, opening at the Hyde Park Art Center on March 18, … [Read more...] about Surviving The Long Wars Exhibit at Hyde Park Art Center

St. Patrick’s Day at Gallagher Way

It's the green season again! Chicago's Irish pride runs deep and there's no better way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day than at the free St. Patrick's Day events at Gallagher Way on March 12.2023. The festivities include activities for ages during this family-friendly celebration. Kick off the fun … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Day at Gallagher Way

Lincoln Park Conservatory Spring Flower Show

Even though the winter still lingers in Chicago, you can pretend Spring is already here at the annual Lincoln Park Conservatory Spring Flower Show. The 2023 show is called "Cooler By The Lake" and runs through May 14, 2023. Take in the beauty of flowers and plants arranged near … [Read more...] about Lincoln Park Conservatory Spring Flower Show