The annual 1865 Fest brings cultural family activities, live music, educational workshops, food and fun to Garfield Park for three days, June 17-19, 2022. Honoring the Juneteeth holiday that brought freedom to enslaved Americans two years after official emancipation in 1865, the free events connect … [Read more...] about 1865 Fest Juneteenth Celebration
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Celebrate local arts and culture at the Activate event
Immerse yourself in the creativity and excitement of Chicago's arts and culture scene during the Activate event on Thursday, June 30, 2022, from 5-10 pm. The LaSalle corridor between LaSalle and Quincy streets will burst with color and activity as artists and performers offer up different art … [Read more...] about Celebrate local arts and culture at the Activate event
Spring Jazz Concert at Horner Park
Feel the warm breeze while listening to big band tunes at the Spring Concert at Horner Park on June 6, 2022, from 6:30-8:30 pm. The Horner Park Jazz Band will perform a medley of swinging jazz tunes from the 30s and 40s. Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy the free concert on the landscaped, 57 … [Read more...] about Spring Jazz Concert at Horner Park
American Writers Festival
The American Writers Museum will launch the first-ever American Writers Festival on Sunday, May 15, 2022. The free, one-day event will feature discussion panels, author signings with more than 70 contemporary authors and storytime and performances for kids. From 9 am until 6 pm, … [Read more...] about American Writers Festival
Hyde Park Art Center Open Arts Event
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 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
