Holidays

Chicago 4th of July Weekend Fireworks

Celebrate the fourth of July with a close-up view of fireworks bursting over Chicago's iconic skyline. The city's most beloved Independence Day tradition is watching the fireworks at Navy Pier on July 2, 2022. This annual waterfront fireworks show will dazzle crowds for 15 minutes on Saturday, … [Read more...] about Chicago 4th of July Weekend Fireworks

International Festival of Life

Enjoy the global rhythms of reggae, African and Latin music at the 29th annual African/ Caribbean International Festival of Life, July 2-4, 2022. Dive into the music, food and art of different cultures during this beloved event in Washington Park. The headliners for this year's fest include … [Read more...] about International Festival of Life

Father’s Day Deals

Celebrate dad this weekend with a festive breakfast, lunch or dinner. Although Father's Day falls on June 19, 2022, you can show you care with special promotions all weekend. Check out these Father's Day deals in honor of all dads. Denny's: Kick off the day with a gut-busting … [Read more...] about Father’s Day Deals

Free Chicago Juneteenth events

This weekend, the city celebrates Juneteenth, a federal holiday that recognizes the oldest nationally celebrated day for the ending of slavery in the U.S. June 19, 2022, is the official holiday but celebrations take place all weekend. Juneteenth is traced back to Galveston, Texas in 1865 when the … [Read more...] about Free Chicago Juneteenth events

Celebrate Juneteenth with music, comedy and art at the Southside Community Art Center

The Southside Community Art Center honors the Juneteenth federal holiday with Juneteenth at the House, an afternoon of music, comedy, poetry and art making on June 18, 2022. DJ Duane Powell, comedians Arlieta Hall and Max Thomas, poet Resita Cox and artist Cecil McDonald are some of the … [Read more...] about Celebrate Juneteenth with music, comedy and art at the Southside Community Art Center

Festival On The Square Juneteenth Celebration

Congo Square Theatre Company, one of Chicago's most acclaimed theater groups, will commemorate Juneteenth with "Festival on The Square," a popular program of live theater readings, musical performances and art installations on June 19, 2022, at Zhou B Art Center in Bridgeport. The family-friendly … [Read more...] about Festival On The Square Juneteenth Celebration

1865 Fest Juneteenth Celebration

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

DuSable Museum Juneteenth BBQ & Block Party

DuSable Museum of African American History celebrates Juneteenth, the oldest nationally recognized commemoration of the ending of slavery in the U.S., with a Juneteenth BBQ & Block Party on Sunday, June 19, 2022, from 11 am-8 pm. A quilting exhibition, horseback riding, food, fashion … [Read more...] about DuSable Museum Juneteenth BBQ & Block Party

Memorial Day Weekend Deals

The long Memorial Day holiday weekend typically brings parades, barbecues and relaxation but it also inspires lots of deals. In between your celebration of loved ones who served in the armed forces, check out these discounts and deals courtesy of the Living On The Cheap … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Weekend Deals

Whole Foods Mother’s Day $9.99 Tulips

Whole Foods is offering a Mother's Day deal with $9.99 tulips for Amazon Prime members through May 10, 2022. The store will have 15-stem, one-color tulip bunches for a Sourced for Good program benefit. Scoop up the deal in-store or through delivery on Amazon Prime while supplies last. Whole Foods … [Read more...] about Whole Foods Mother’s Day $9.99 Tulips

Ravenswood Mother’s Day Market

Your Mother's Day gift shopping just got an exciting dose of creativity thanks to the Ravenswood Mother's Day Market on Saturday, April 30, 2022, from 10 am -4 pm. Wander through the open-air market of artisan gifts and hand-crafted goods including artwork, jewelry, beauty products and … [Read more...] about Ravenswood Mother’s Day Market

Celebrate Mom With Free Yogurt at TCBY

Mother's Day will be even sweeter with a free 6 oz cup of frozen yogurt for moms at participating TCBY locations on Sunday, May 8, 2022. Drop into a self-serve location and scoop up some creamy goodness, including toppings, for free. At traditional stores, toppings are extra with the … [Read more...] about Celebrate Mom With Free Yogurt at TCBY