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, April 20, 2025, this year and events include a variety of Easter egg hunts, photo opps, parties and food specials. Most … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Easter Events
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Timeout Market Chicago Easter Event
Hop over to Timeout Market Chicago for a family-friendly Easter at the Market event on April 20, 2025, in the West Loop neighborhood. Dress in your festive spring attire and join in the fun-filled activities. Hunt for eggs on the second floor of the market, sample tasty treats at … [Read more...] about Timeout Market Chicago Easter Event
Norwood Park Egg Hunt
Put on your super-sleuth gear for this popular annual event that scatters 10k eggs for participants to discover. The Norwood Park Egg Hunt kicks off on Saturday, April 12, 2025, Pick up a map at the Depot and hop around from business to business around the corridor to search for eggs and … [Read more...] about Norwood Park Egg Hunt
Jarvis Square Egg Hunt and Live Music
Head to Rogers Park to celebrate the spring season with an egg hunt around Jarvis Square accompanied by high-energy live music with a fun-filled Jarvis alfresco event on April 19, 2026. Stroll around the lively block between Jarvis and Greenview and enjoy refreshments from local restaurants, … [Read more...] about Jarvis Square Egg Hunt and Live Music
Meet the Easter Bunny at Skydeck Chicago
There's nothing more iconic than viewing Chicago's legendary skyline from the 103rd floor of Willis (Sears) Tower. For a special springtime event, visitors can greet and take photos with the Easter Bunny at Skydeck Chicago from April 18-20, 2025. Soar to the 103rd floor of the city's … [Read more...] about Meet the Easter Bunny at Skydeck Chicago
Lithuanian Easter Egg Etching Workshop
Discover the beauty of traditional Lithuanian Easter egg etching at a workshop on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at the Balzekas Museum of Lithuanian Culture. The workshop runs from 1:00-2:30 pm and each participant should bring six hardboiled and dyed eggs to the session. Learn the … [Read more...] about Lithuanian Easter Egg Etching Workshop
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 22-28, 2025. The One Earth Film Festival includes thought-provoking films and discussions as well … [Read more...] about Free Earth Day Film Fest
South Loop Easter Egg Hunt
Head to the Chicago Women's Park in the Prairie District for an outdoor egg hunt and other festivities during the South Loop Easter Egg Hunt on April 19, 2025. Prepare for springtime fun with an easter hunt for over 15,000 eggs, a petting zoo, face painting, arts and crafts, … [Read more...] about South Loop Easter Egg Hunt
Spring Egg-Stravaganza at Lincoln Park Zoo
Celebrate Easter and spring at Lincoln Park Zoo for the annual Spring Egg-Stravaganza on Saturday, April 19, 2025. Connect with furry friends and experience Easter traditions at this beloved event. The exciting activities will run from 8 am to noon and include multiple … [Read more...] about Spring Egg-Stravaganza at Lincoln Park Zoo
Cheap Things to do in Chicago on New Year’s Eve
New Year's Eve in Chicago offers all the glamor and excitement expected on the last day of the year but all that glitz comes at a price. New Year's Eve events are notoriously expensive, whether you're just toasting the holiday with champagne or dancing the night away. If you don't … [Read more...] about Cheap Things to do in Chicago on New Year’s Eve
Chi-Village Kwanzaa Celebration
The exuberant seven-day African American tradition of Kwanzaa will be celebrated with eight hours of free music, dance, workshops and presentations by Chi-Village in the Roseland community on December 26, 2024. The second annual Chi-Village Kwanzaa Celebration weaves the past and … [Read more...] about Chi-Village Kwanzaa Celebration
Handmade Market at Empty Bottle
Head to a classic Chicago tradition to supply your shopping for the holidays and beyond at Handmade Market at the Empty Bottle. This month's market opens on December 14, 2024, but the market returns on the second Saturday of the month through April 2025. Handmade Market connects the makers of … [Read more...] about Handmade Market at Empty Bottle
