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 Things to Do
Millennium Park Holiday Sing-Alongs
Celebrate the season with festive live concerts every Friday with the Millennium Park Holiday Sing-Along starting on December 8 and 15, 2023. Join a diverse group of choirs and ensembles as they light up the park with music. The holiday Sing-Along kicks off on Fridays from 6-7 pm, … [Read more...] about Millennium Park Holiday Sing-Alongs
Indigenous Portraits Unbound Exhibit at Newberry Library
View 120 detailed portraits of indigenous people during the mid-19th century in an exhibit of rarely seen images, "Indigenous Portraits Unbound" at the Newberry Library through March 30, 2023. Examine photos from one of the most expensive and influential books in the United States before … [Read more...] about Indigenous Portraits Unbound Exhibit at Newberry Library
Free Blues Christmas Concert at Navy Pier
Add some blues rhythms to your holiday with a classic Chicago blues showcase by legendary blues label Alligator Records. Music from the "Alligator Records Christmas Collection" and "Genuine Houserockin Christmas" will be performed along with other holiday faves at A Blues Christmas on December 15, … [Read more...] about Free Blues Christmas Concert at Navy Pier
Free Stand Up Comedy at Tin Roof
Prepare to really get jolly for the season during the Raise The Roof stand-up comedy night at Wrigleyville's Tin Roof bar on December 3, 2023. This free event features comedians who have appeared at Laugh Factory, Zanies and Bad Momz of Comedy, including Second City alum Angie MacMahon. … [Read more...] about Free Stand Up Comedy at Tin Roof
Free Wine Tastings at Lure Fishbar
After-work happy hours and hangouts just got more exciting with the Lure FishBar's Thursday Pop-Up Wine Tastings in their River North lounge every Thursday from November 16-December 7, 2023. The free wine tastings feature bottles from specific destinations each week. On November 16, Beaujolais … [Read more...] about Free Wine Tastings at Lure Fishbar
Historic Pullman 50th Anniversary Exhibit
Discover the history and preservation efforts of the historic Pullman neighborhood with a visit to the community's 50th anniversary exhibit, "From Wrecking Ball to National Park," at the Pullman Exhibit Hall, through December 31, 2023. View photos and artifacts and listen to an audio tour of … [Read more...] about Historic Pullman 50th Anniversary Exhibit
Winterland at Gallagher Way
Dive into a quintessential Chicago holiday experience by skating around the iconic Wrigley Field as well as enjoying live music, holiday decor, classic holiday movies and more at Winterland at Gallagher Way, November 21, 2023, through January 7, 2024. Head to the … [Read more...] about Winterland at Gallagher Way
Chicago Magnificent Mile Lights Festival
Chicago's iconic Michigan Avenue will shine even brighter during the 31st annual Magnificent Mile Lights Festival On November 18, 2023. This beloved holiday tradition combines a parade, lights, music, tree lighting and family activities for joy-filled holiday fun. The event kicks off at 11:00 … [Read more...] about Chicago Magnificent Mile Lights Festival
Maggie Daley Park Skating Ribbon
Whirl around the twirling ice skating ribbon at Maggie Daley Park for the ultimate winter season experience. The Maggie Daley Park Ice Skating Ribbon is open every day from November 17, 2023, through March 10, 2024. Roll around the whimsical ice skating ribbon for a more … [Read more...] about Maggie Daley Park Skating Ribbon
Chicago’s Christkindlmarket
You don't need to travel to visit a charming European Christmas market because Chicago hosts the most authentic European holiday market outside of Europe. Christkindlmarket brings the sights, scents and sounds of a German holiday market to Chicago, opening on November 17, 2023. Since … [Read more...] about Chicago’s Christkindlmarket
Origami Open House at Garfield Park Conservatory
Enjoy the creative art of origami during a free Origami Open House at Garfield Park Conservatory on Saturday afternoons on November 11 and December 9, 2023. Children and adults will discover how to transform flat sheets of paper into three-dimensional art forms during these interactive sessions. … [Read more...] about Origami Open House at Garfield Park Conservatory
