Free Thee Best Western Block Party When: Saturday, October 9, 2021 12:00PM-8:00PM Where: The Empty Bottle, 1035 N. Western Avenue, (773) 276-3600. Admission free. Music Friendly Dancing fairground (Cortez St.) Tickets A new Block Party that celebrates Western Avenue which … [Read more...] about Free Thee Best Western Block Party
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Handmade Market at Empty Bottle
Handmade Market at Empty Bottle connects the makers of beautiful things to people who appreciate the unique and handmade. When: Second Saturday October-April 12:00PM-4:00PM. October 9, November 13, December 11, 2021. January 8, February 12, March 12, April 9, 2022. Where: The Empty … [Read more...] about Handmade Market at Empty Bottle
Lincoln Square Ravenswood Apple Fest Oct 2-3
Lincoln Square Ravenswood Apple Fest When: Saturday-Sunday, October 2-3, 2021 Sat. 9am – 6pm and Sun. 9am – 6pm Where: Lincoln Avenue between Lawrence and Wilson Admission: 2021 The website doesn't list a suggested donation. It was $5 Suggested Donation in 2019. Money raised from this … [Read more...] about Lincoln Square Ravenswood Apple Fest Oct 2-3
Chicago Park District Pumpkin Patches
Chicago Park District Pumpkin Patches. This time of year, it's tempting to pack everyone in the car to drive to a pumpkin patch in the far reaches of Lake, McHenry, or Kane counties. Inevitably, you'll sit on the expressway and be too cranky to enjoy the fun. These offer games and … [Read more...] about Chicago Park District Pumpkin Patches
Free or cheap things to do in Chicago this weekend
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Free performances Navy Pier
Free performances Navy Pier Where: Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Avenue When: Friday and Saturday, September 24-25, 2021 Friday 5-8 p.m. Saturday 12p,m.-9:30 p.m. Please note: schedule is subject to change. Times are approximate Chicago LIVE Again! features back-to-back live theater, dance, … [Read more...] about Free performances Navy Pier
Free virtual lectures Art Institute of Chicago
Free virtual lectures Art Institute of Chicago Check out free to the public (non-member) virtual lectures and discussions. Virtual Lecture: Renée Green When: September 27, 2021 6:00PM–7:00PM Where: Virtual Register here Through various mediums and events, Renee Green investigates … [Read more...] about Free virtual lectures Art Institute of Chicago
Hyde Park Jazz Festival Sept 25-26
Hyde Park Jazz Festival Sept 25-26 When: September 25-26, 2021, Saturday 1 pm – Midnight and Sunday 1 pm – 7pm Where: 5900 S. Woodlawn Ave & Midway Plaisance $5 donation requested Location and costThe Hyde Park Jazz Festival attracts about 12,000–15,000 attendees annually. Two stages … [Read more...] about Hyde Park Jazz Festival Sept 25-26
Free or cheap things to do in Chicago this week
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Free Sequence Chicago Navy Pier
Free Sequence Chicago Navy Pier When: Saturdays, October 2-November 27, 2021 3:00pm-6:00pm Where: Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave, Fifth Third Bank Family Pavilion Food Experience Corridor (I think that's the Food Court). Sequence Ch!cago is a series of events on nine Saturdays, … [Read more...] about Free Sequence Chicago Navy Pier
Free Oak Park Conservatory Fall Fest
Free Oak Park Conservatory Fall Fest When: Sunday, September 26, 2021 11:00am-2:oopm FREE - No Registration Required. Where: Rehm Park & Pool, 515 Garfield St, Oak Park, IL 60304 Celebrate Fall at the Oak Park Conservatory and Rehm Park Fall Fest. A day full of Fall Fun at Rehm … [Read more...] about Free Oak Park Conservatory Fall Fest
Chicago Pride Fest October 1-3
Chicago Pride Fest October 1-3 When: October 1-3, 2021 Friday 5pm-10pm; Sat 11AM-10PM, Sun 11AM-10PM. Open rain or shine, please be advised that severe conditions may delay or cancel performances Where: Northalsted on Halsted Street from Addison to Grace St. Admission: A $15 … [Read more...] about Chicago Pride Fest October 1-3
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