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Free or cheap things to do in Chicago this weekend

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Free or cheap things to do in Chicago this weekend. Friendly Reminder: Always Confirm all details before heading out Chicago On The Cheap does its best to verify every item published and strives for 100% accuracy. However, due to Covid hours and events change or are canceled, locations close, … [Read more...] about Free or cheap things to do in Chicago this weekend

ZooLights at Lincoln Park Zoo $5 plus free nights

ZooLights at Lincoln Park Zoo $5 plus free nights. Head to Lincoln Park Zoo for the brilliance of this annual fun, free, family-oriented holiday celebration, featuring luminous displays and holiday-season activities throughout zoo grounds. Where:  Lincoln Park Zoo, 2001 N Clark St, (312) … [Read more...] about ZooLights at Lincoln Park Zoo $5 plus free nights

Macy’s State Street Holiday Windows and Santa

Macy’s State Street Holiday Windows and Santa. It's official the holidays are here with the Macy’s Holiday Windows unveiling and the Tree in the Walnut Room. Where:  Macy's 111 N. State Street, 312-781-1000. When: Open A holiday tradition, Macy’s on State Street welcomes guests to see all … [Read more...] about Macy’s State Street Holiday Windows and Santa

Ice skating at Gallagher Way Nov 19-Feb 20 $6+

Ice skating at Gallagher Way Nov 19-Feb 20 $6+ When:Nov 19-Feb 20, 2022 November - December: Monday – Thursday 3 – 9 p.m. Friday – Saturday 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. January - February : Monday - Thursday 3 - 9 p.m. Friday - Saturday 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m. - 7 … [Read more...] about Ice skating at Gallagher Way Nov 19-Feb 20 $6+

Millennium Park Holiday Tree Lighting Nov 19

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Millennium Park Holiday Tree Lighting Nov 19 When: November 19, 2021 5:30pm-7:45pm Tree up Friday, November 19, 2021-January 9, 2022. Where:  Millennium Park, Michigan Avenue at Washington Street This year the tree lighting is live! 5:30–6pm: Preshow with DJ Selah Say 6pm: Tree … [Read more...] about Millennium Park Holiday Tree Lighting Nov 19

McCormick Tribune Ice Rink Nov 19-March 6

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McCormick Tribune Ice Rink. Where: Millennium Park, McCormick Tribune Ice Rink, 55 N. Michigan When:  November 19-March 6, 2022 Admission: free.  Skate Rentals & Sharpening: Toddler 8 to Adult 13 available first come, first serve.  $13 Monday–Thursday, $15 Friday-Sunday … [Read more...] about McCormick Tribune Ice Rink Nov 19-March 6

Maggie Daley Park Skating Ribbon Nov 19-March 6

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Maggie Daley Park Skating Ribbon open. Where: 337 E. Randolph St.,  (312) 742-3918. When:  November 19-March 6, 2022.  Open 7 days a week: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm, 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm Reservations required Reservations open November 8, 2021 … [Read more...] about Maggie Daley Park Skating Ribbon Nov 19-March 6

Free day at Swedish American Museum

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Free day at Swedish American Museum Where: Swedish American Museum, 5211 N Clark St., (773) 728-8111 When:  Free admission the second Tuesday of every month Regular admission:  Adults $6; Children/students/seniors $4; Families $15.  Members and children under the age of one are … [Read more...] about Free day at Swedish American Museum

Where to hike in Cook County Illinois

Where to hike in Cook County Illinois.  There are so many places to hike in Illinois that I had to break out the City of Chicago and then each collar county into separate posts.  This is installment two.  I can't attest to any of these trails since my hiking is limited to urban hiking … [Read more...] about Where to hike in Cook County Illinois

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

Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Free Days

Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Free Days Where: Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, 2430 North Cannon Drive, 773-755-5191. When: Free day (suggested donation) is Thursday for Illinois residents.  Suggested donation days for Illinois residents are: November 11, 18, 2021. Hours: 10AM-4PM The … [Read more...] about Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Free Days

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

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