The annual Chicago Memorial Day Parade and Wreath Laying Ceremony honors all men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our country. This year's parade is scheduled for May 25, 2024. Head to Daley Plaza in the Chicago Loop to witness the moving Wreath … [Read more...] about Chicago Memorial Day Parade
Free events
Free Earth Day Film Fest
Celebrate Earth Day with a free week-long film festival that features virtual watch parties, in-person Chicago venues, a Chicago park clean up and an Earth Day Resource Fair, April 17-23, 2024. The One Earth Film Festival includes thought-provoking films and discussions as well as … [Read more...] about Free Earth Day Film Fest
Greek Heritage Parade
Celebrate Greek culture and independence at the annual Greek Heritage Parade on April 7, 2024, in the Greektown neighborhood on the near west side. Every year the Greek community celebrates its liberation from 400 years of Ottoman and Turkish occupation which occurred on March 25, … [Read more...] about Greek Heritage Parade
Maxwell Street Market
There's no Chicago market more iconic than Maxwell Street Market. This year, the market runs every Sunday, May through October 2024, 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
Free and Cheap Easter Events
Easter in Chicago always brings excitement and hope, not just for the holiday but for the warmer weather of the spring season. Easter falls on Sunday, March 31, 2024, this year and events include a variety of Easter egg hunts, photo opps, cruises and food … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Easter Events
Free events at Daley Plaza under the Picasso
One of the joys of summer in Chicago is experiencing the eclectic cultural events at Daley Plaza. Under the shade of the Picasso sculpture, artists and performers from around the world sing, dance and present cultural ceremonies that supply an exciting assortment of cultural discoveries for … [Read more...] about Free events at Daley Plaza under the Picasso
Timeout Market Chicago Easter Event
Hop over to Timeout Market Chicago for a family-friendly, free, Easter at the Market event on March 31, 2024, in the West Loop neighborhood. Hunt for eggs on the second floor of the market, sample tasty treats at the market's food court and take photos with the Easter Bunny during this egg-citing … [Read more...] about Timeout Market Chicago Easter Event
Art on the Mart Spring Show
Stroll through the Riverwalk for views of one of the world's largest digital art platforms. ART on THE MART displays contemporary art projections across the 2.5-acre facade of THE MART. The spring show will be unveiled on April 12, 2024, at 8:30 pm. The spring projection … [Read more...] about Art on the Mart Spring Show
Easter Vintage Eggstravaganza
Hunt for Easter eggs as well as one-of-a-kind vintage finds at the free Easter Vintage Eggstravanganza Fest hosted by Windy City Market on March 30-31, 2024, in the Portage Park neighborhood. Celebrate the Easter holiday by browsing through 100 vendors displaying vintage clothes, housewares, … [Read more...] about Easter Vintage Eggstravaganza
Celebrate Holi at Navy Pier
Holi, the Hindu celebration that welcomes spring with vividly colored powders, will be hosted in a free event at Navy Pier as part of the Global Connections series. On Saturday, March 23, 2024, participants can throw a rainbow of colored powders outside on the South … [Read more...] about Celebrate Holi at Navy Pier
Free Maple Tree Festival at North Park Village Nature Center
Surround yourself with the sweetness of nature and learn about maple trees and syrup during the Maple Tree Festival at North Park Village Nature Center on March 16, 2024. Tap into the beauty of maple trees during this interactive event. Discover how maples benefit the ecosystem and produce their … [Read more...] about Free Maple Tree Festival at North Park Village Nature Center
Free World Music Wednesday Concerts
The new season for World Music Wednesday has been announced! Every Wednesday, through June 26, 2024, at 8:00 pm, the Old Town School of Folk Music will host a free concert series, World Music Wednesdays, featuring musicians from all around the world, including the Chickasaw and Choctaw Nations, … [Read more...] about Free World Music Wednesday Concerts