Explore studios, exhibits and class demonstrations in celebration of the Hyde Park Art Center's new Open Arts Program, which accepts students on a pay what you can basis. The free event kicks off on April 23, 2022, from 1-4 pm. The family-friendly activities include art-making with paper cranes … [Read more...] about Hyde Park Art Center Open Arts Event
Free events
Free Tea Time Concert Series
Relax and unwind with a cup of tea, cookies and soothing melodies during the Tea Time Concert Series hosted by the University of Chicago Music Department. Enjoy tea and cookies at 4:15 and a 45-minute concert at 4:30 pm, every Thursday at Fulton Recital Hall. The series runs from April 7, … [Read more...] about Free Tea Time Concert Series
University of Chicago Free Spring Concerts
Absorb the talents of a diverse line-up of musicians and orchestras during the University of Chicago's Department of Music Performance Program, April 8, 2022-May 29, 2022. All concerts are free and open to the public with locations at various venues on the University of Chicago campus. Here is … [Read more...] about University of Chicago Free Spring Concerts
Free Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Rides
With the quickly falling COVID 19 infection rates and test positivity, Chicago will remove the vaccine and mask requirements for certain public spaces on February 28. To celebrate the lifting of the mandate, Navy Pier will offer free rides on the Centennial Wheel from 11 am-7 … [Read more...] about Free Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Rides
Free museum: DePaul Art Museum
Free museum: DePaul Art Museum Where: DePaul Art Museum, 935 W. Fullerton, 773.325.7506 When: Mon–Tue: Closed, Wed–Th: 11 am–7 pm, Fri–Sun: 11 am–5 pm. DPAM is closed on the following days: Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, (December 25–27), and New Year’s … [Read more...] about Free museum: DePaul Art Museum
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 Cook County Forest Preserves events
Free Cook County Forest Preserves events. There are a many free things to do in the Cook Country Forest Preserves. Get out into the outdoors. All events are open to the public and all ages are welcome. No registration required or fee except where indicated. Events subject to … [Read more...] about Free Cook County Forest Preserves events
Museum of Science and Industry 2021 free days
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Museum of Science and Industry 2021 free days When: November 3, 10, 17 and December 8, 2021 Daily capacity limited, some high-demand dates may sell out. Reserve your tickets online Where: Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago; 5700 S. Lake Shore Drive, 773-684-1414 On Illinois Free Days, … [Read more...] about Museum of Science and Industry 2021 free days
Free Family Day Museum of Contemporary Art
Free Family Day Museum of Contemporary Art. The second Saturday of the month is FREE Family Time. Admission is free for families with children 12 and under. Where: The Museum of Contemporary Art, 220 E. Chicago Ave., 312-397-4010 When: 2nd Saturday of the month Nov-May, 10am … [Read more...] about Free Family Day Museum of Contemporary Art
Free tours through Chicago Public Library
Free tours through Chicago Public Library The Chicago Public Library is hosting a series of in-person and online Chicago tours. COTC note: Some of these in-person tours are almost full. If you really want to go I would consider emailing (go to events then filter for tours to … [Read more...] about Free tours through Chicago Public Library
Free Community Bonfire at Mayfair Park
Free Community Bonfire at Mayfair Park When: Friday, Oct 22, 2021 from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Where: Mayfair Park, 4550 W. Sunnyside Ave. Spend the evening in the park meeting your neighbors, learning about wildlife and warming up next to a fire. Due to COVID-19, we are unable to provide … [Read more...] about Free Community Bonfire at Mayfair Park
Free family events North Park Village Nature Center
Free family events North Park Village Nature Center. North Park Village Nature Center is an oasis within the city offering free family events year round. Where: North Park Village Nature Center, 5801 N. Pulaski Rd., (312) 744-5472. For more info about NPV here. Schedule subject to change … [Read more...] about Free family events North Park Village Nature Center
