Enjoy fun-filled days of free family activities at the Chicago Children's Museum on the last Thursday of every month, January through May, as well as September and October in 2023. Bring kids under 10 years old to Navy Pier for engaging events at the Chicago Children's Museum during free … [Read more...] about Chicago Children’s Museum Free Family Days
Kids' Activities
Winter Bryn Market
Stock up on handmade beauty goods, art, apparel and more at the Winter Bryn Mawrket in the Edgewater neighborhood. This creative pop-up market will open every weekend through February 12, 2023. Visit the Winter Bryn Mawrket to shop artisan products, view art installations, and participate … [Read more...] about Winter Bryn Market
Free POP! Heights Park Grand Opening Celebration
Celebrate Chicago's newest park and public outdoor plaza (POP!) at Pop! Heights Park on October 29, 2022, in the Roseland neighborhood. Enjoy a day of festivities including live music, family fall-themed family activities, basketball, food from local restaurants and more at this grand opening … [Read more...] about Free POP! Heights Park Grand Opening Celebration
Free fishing Chicago Riverwalk
Free fishing Chicago Riverwalk. When: noon to 6 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays, Sundays starting June 25, 2022. Rain or shine through mid-August. Where: Riverwalk, at at the Jetty south side of river between Franklin and Wells. The Chicago Park … [Read more...] about Free fishing Chicago Riverwalk
Free Tuesdays at Museum of Contemporary Art
Free Tuesdays at the Museum of Contemporary Art for Illinois residents. Where: Museum of Contemporary Art, 220 E. Chicago Ave., 312-397-4010 When: 10am to 9pm Tuesdays; 10am to 5pm Wednesdays-Sundays; Closed Mondays. Free Tuesdays for Illinois residents with proof of residency are back … [Read more...] about Free Tuesdays at Museum of Contemporary Art
Barrio Arts Festival
The signature festival of the National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture, the Barrio Arts Fest, returns to Humboldt Park on July 9-10,2022. Immerse yourself in the richness of Puerto Rican culture during this highly anticipated free festival on the grounds of the museum. Dance … [Read more...] about Barrio Arts Festival
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
Free Comic Book Day
Comic book nerds rejoice! The annual celebration of comic book culture and artistry arrives every first Saturday in May, so May 7, 2022, is officially Free Comic Book Day. Participating comic book shops across North America will give away free comics to any visitor throughout the day. Over 2,000 … [Read more...] about Free Comic Book Day
Hyde Park Art Center Open Arts Event
Explore studios, exhibits and class demonstrations in celebration of the Hyde Park Art Center's new Open Arts Program, which accepts students on a pay what you can basis. The free event kicks off on April 23, 2022, from 1-4 pm. The family-friendly activities include art-making with paper cranes … [Read more...] about Hyde Park Art Center Open Arts Event
Take Free Photos With The Easter Bunny
Commemorate the memories of Easter 2022 with free photos with the Easter Bunny. Hop on down to Lincoln Square's Davis Theater on Saturday, April 2, 2022 and snap complimentary photos with the Easter Bunny from 9-11 am. Breakfast and snacks will be provided and mimosas and Bloody … [Read more...] about Take Free Photos With The Easter Bunny
Visit Garfield Park Conservatory
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Visit Garfield Park Conservatory Where: Garfield Park Conservatory, 300 North Central Park Avenue. 312-746-5100 Programs: 773-638-1766 When: Wednesdays 10am-8pm and Thursday through Sunday 10am-5pm. Ticket reservations required here Reservations are added each day at 9am, Wednesday through … [Read more...] about Visit Garfield Park Conservatory
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
