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Ukrainian Days Festival Aug 25-26

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Ukrainian Days Festival Aug 25-26. Celebrate Ukraine's Independence after the break up of the Soviet Union at Ukrainian Days Festival. When:  August 25-26, 2018 Saturday-Sunday 12PM-10PM. Special program Sunday 1:30PM Where:  2200 and 2300 block of Chicago Avenue FREE Admission; $5 Gate … [Read more...] about Ukrainian Days Festival Aug 25-26

Activate: Art Music People Alleys

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Activate: Art Music People Alleys.  The Chicago Loop Alliance hosts a FREE monthly event, Activate, billed as  "pop-up urban experiences" which takes place in a different Loop alley each month.  During or after the event use your wristband to get discounts listed below. When:  Thursday, August … [Read more...] about Activate: Art Music People Alleys

Edison Park Fest Aug 17-19

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Edison Park Fest When:  August 17-19, 2018, Friday - 5pm - 10:30pm, Saturday - 11am - 10:30pm, Sunday - 11am - 10pm.  The Beer Garden will be 21 and over after 7:30pm. Where:  6755 Northwest Hwy, Chicago between Oshkosh and Ottawa Aves. $5 dollar donation request to benefit local … [Read more...] about Edison Park Fest Aug 17-19

Chicago Cultural Center Free International Screenings Program

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Chicago Cultural Center Free International Screenings Program When:  Wednesdays, May 30-October 3, 2018, 6:30pm Where:  Chicago Cultural Center 78 E. Washington From musicals to documentaries enjoy the scores and soundtracks from the movies from around the world.  Cinema/Chicago, together … [Read more...] about Chicago Cultural Center Free International Screenings Program

Tuesdays on the Terrace at the MCA

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Attend a free live jazz concert every Tuesday on the Terrace at the MCA. When: Every Tuesday June 5–September 26, 2018 5:30PM-8:00PM Where: Museum of Contemporary Art, 220 East Chicago Avenue, 312-280-2660.  In case of rain, the event takes place inside the MCA Café. Free Tuesdays at the … [Read more...] about Tuesdays on the Terrace at the MCA

Free events at Wicker Park

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Free events at Wicker Park.  The Wicker Park Community hosts a number of free events year round. Here's what's coming up: Where:  Wicker Park, 1425 N. Damen Avenue, (312) 742-7553. Yoga In The Park When:  Tuesday, July 10, 17, 24, 31, August 7, 14, 21, 28, 2018 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Where: … [Read more...] about Free events at Wicker Park

Free events at Daley Plaza under the Picasso

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Free events at Daley Plaza under the Picasso.  The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events presents FREE cultural programs year round in Daley Plaza under the Picasso. When: Performances begin @ 12 Noon (Schedule is subject to change). Where: Daley Civic Center, 50 W. Washington … [Read more...] about Free events at Daley Plaza under the Picasso

Free Jazz in the Courtyard Hyde Park

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Free Jazz in the Courtyard Hyde Park. When: First Friday of every month, June - September, 2018 Where: Courtyard Shops at Hyde Park Shopping Center at 55th Street and Lake Park Avenue Enjoy free jazz performances on the FIRST FRIDAY of every month in Hyde Park. At each concert they will be … [Read more...] about Free Jazz in the Courtyard Hyde Park

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Taste of Polonia Festival Chicago Aug 31-Sept 3

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Taste of Polonia Festival Chicago Aug 31-Sept 3 When: Aug 31-Sept 3, 2018, Friday: 5PM-10PM; Sat and Sun: 12PM-10PM; Mon.:12PM-9PM Where: Copernicus Center, 5216 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago IL Regular Admission Prices: Before 5 pm – $5 ~ After 5 pm – $10 ~ Kids 12 & under FREE. Purchase … [Read more...] about Taste of Polonia Festival Chicago Aug 31-Sept 3

Free Chicago Jazz Festival Aug 29-Sept 2

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Free Chicago Jazz Festival Aug 29-Sept 2.  The Annual Chicago Jazz Festival returns to the Chicago Cultural Center, Millennium Park and on the roof of the Harris Theater. When:  August 29-Sept 2, 2018 Where:  Chicago Cultural Center, Millennium Park and Harris Theater  FREE Admission Cheap … [Read more...] about Free Chicago Jazz Festival Aug 29-Sept 2

Taste of Greektown Chicago Aug 24-26

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Taste of Greektown Chicago Aug 24-26. When:  August 24-26, 2018 Friday: 4pm to 11pm; Saturday & Sunday: Noon to 11pm Where: 400 S. Halsted Street at Van Buren FREE Admission Celebrate Hellenic pride at this annual culinary fest in Chicago's West Loop. In addition to Greek and … [Read more...] about Taste of Greektown Chicago Aug 24-26

Free concerts at Chicago Cultural Center

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Free concerts at Chicago Cultural Center. The Chicago Cultural Center hosts two free concert series year round at 12:15p on the 1st and 4th Mondays and every Wednesday. Chamber Mondays explore a rich diversity of chamber music, featuring Chicago’s most talented classical, jazz, and ethnic music … [Read more...] about Free concerts at Chicago Cultural Center

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