Chicago's largest indoor light experience is a family fun tradition. Light Up The Lake returns to Navy Pier from November 29 to January 5, 2025, for lots of interactive activities. Dive into twinkling holiday magic with Light Up The Lakes light displays, games, visits with Santa and more. This … [Read more...] about Light up the Lake at Navy Pier
Kids' Activities
Ride the CTA Holiday Train
One of the things that make the holidays in Chicago extra special is the CTA Holiday Train. For 33 years, a festive train carrying Santa and his reindeer runs through all of the CTA lines carrying joy and food baskets to Chicago community organizations. The train runs … [Read more...] about Ride the CTA Holiday Train
McCormick Tribune Ice Rink
Glide under the sparkling beauty of the Chicago skyline at the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink in Millennium Park. The free rink is open from November 15, 2024, through February 2, 2025, weather permitting. Whirling around the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink under the city's official … [Read more...] about McCormick Tribune Ice Rink
Autumn Fest at Gallagher Way
The pleasures of the season will fill the field around Wrigley Stadium in celebration of the cooler temperatures and bright foliage, Autumn Fest at Gallagher Way will run from October to November 2024. The Autumn Fest includes activities and offerings like seasonally themed food and drinks, … [Read more...] about Autumn Fest at Gallagher Way
Free Lincoln Park Spooktacular
Join the haunted fun tradition of celebrating Halloween along Clark Street and Lincoln Avenue at the annual Lincoln Park Spooktacular on October 26 -27, 2024. Participating businesses on Clark Street and Lincoln Avenue will transform into trick-or-treat stops featuring candy and … [Read more...] about Free Lincoln Park Spooktacular
Family Easter Cruise
There's nothing like ushering in Easter and the spring season on the blue waves of Lake Michigan. Climb aboard the 140 ft, three-story yacht Anita Dee II, on March 30, 2024, for an Easter celebration on the water. The Family Easter Cruise supplies bunny ears, crafts and the chance to dance … [Read more...] about Family Easter Cruise
Free Chicago Public Library Museum Passes
The Chicago Public Library doesn't just supply books and periodicals, it's also a great resource for museum passes that grant free admission to many Chicago museums. and attractions Check out the details to learn how to obtain a museum pass at the library. Who is eligible If you’re a Chicago … [Read more...] about Free Chicago Public Library Museum Passes
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
Field Museum Chicago Free Every Tuesday for the Rest of the Year
Chicago museum free days are a very popular time to explore world-class museums without an admission charge. Typically, only a few days are free every month but the Field Museum has just announced free admission for Illinois residents every Tuesday through the end of 2023. Discover exciting new … [Read more...] about Field Museum Chicago Free Every Tuesday for the Rest of the Year
Kids Bowl Free All Summer
Keep the kids active every day of the summer with the free Kids Bowl Free program. Roll on out to Chicago's Lawn Lanes and Waveland Bowl for free kids bowling all Summer. The Kids Bowl Free program supplies two free games for each kid every day of the Summer. The first step is to register … [Read more...] about Kids Bowl Free All Summer
View $2 Kid Flicks All Summer at Regal Cinema’s Summer Movie Express
Entertain the kiddies all summer long with budget-priced, family-friendly movies at Regal Summer Movie Express promotion, which offers $2 tickets from June 13-August 16 2023. Every Tuesday and Wednesday during the promotion, the first movie of the day will cost $2 and when you join the free Regal … [Read more...] about View $2 Kid Flicks All Summer at Regal Cinema’s Summer Movie Express
Free Lincoln Roscoe Art & Craft Fair
It's that time of year again! Chicago jumps to life with outdoor events during the spring season and one of the first events is the Lincoln Roscoe Art & Craft Fair on May 13-14, 2023 in the Lakeview neighborhood. Browse dozens of vendors selling paintings, sculptures, fiber art, … [Read more...] about Free Lincoln Roscoe Art & Craft Fair
