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Where to watch Chicago’s July 4 Fireworks

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Where to watch Chicago's July 4 Fireworks. The City of Chicago discontinued the July 3 lakefront fireworks in 2011 so Navy Pier took over with their display on July 4.  At least a half million people used to come down to Monroe Harbor to see the City fireworks and now they all try to go to Navy … [Read more...] about Where to watch Chicago’s July 4 Fireworks

Free Chicago Mariachi Festival

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              Free Chicago Mariachi Festival. Mix some margaritas and head out to the annual Chicago Mariachi Festival. When: Sunday, June 24, 2018 4pm-9PM Where: Millennium Park, 201 E. Randolph. Multiple stages throughout Millennium Park, … [Read more...] about Free Chicago Mariachi Festival

Ravenswood on Tap June 23-24

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Ravenswood on Tap June 23-24. Where:  Ravenswood and Berteau. , in front of Empirical Brewery) When: Sat-Sun, June 23-24, 2018 Sat. 12PM-10PM and Sun 12Pm-6PM (rain or shine). A $5 donation for entry is requested, with beer tickets available for sale.  Proceeds from On Tap support the Greater … [Read more...] about Ravenswood on Tap June 23-24

Logan Square Arts Festival June 22-24

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Head to Logan Square for three days of music, art, food, and drinks. Benefiting the restoration of Logan Square's Centennial Monument. Just steps away from the Logan Square Blue Line Station. When:  June 22-24, 2018, Friday 5pm-10pm, Saturday 12PM-10PM, Sunday 12PM-9PM.  Family activities from … [Read more...] about Logan Square Arts Festival June 22-24

Free lunchtime Grant Park Music Festival rehearsals

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Free lunchtime Grant Park Music Festival rehearsals.  The Grant Park Music Festival takes place every year from June through August in Millennium Park.   In preparation for those weekly concerts the Grant Park Orchestra rehearses at lunch time and sometimes later into the afternoon. When:  June … [Read more...] about Free lunchtime Grant Park Music Festival rehearsals

Free live DJ Series Navy Pier

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Free live DJ Series Navy Pier.  Head to Navy Pier’s South Dock at the Wave Wall Performance Platform for a DJ set as part of Wave Wall Wax, Navy Pier’s free live DJ series on Saturdays from Memorial Day through Labor Day. When: Saturdays, May 26 – September 1, 2018 2:00pm-4:00pm Complete … [Read more...] about Free live DJ Series Navy Pier

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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 events Navy Pier

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Free events Navy Pier. Where:  600 E Grand Ave, 312-595-5629. City Stage in Polk Bros Park When:  June 21, 2018, 12:00 pm-5:30 pm As part of the citywide celebration of Make Music Chicago, Navy Pier invites all “citizen musicians” of all levels to come out and play.  , Make Music Chicago … [Read more...] about Free events Navy Pier

Chicago Pride Parade June 24

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Chicago Pride Parade.  Gird your loins ladies and gentleman the annual Chicago Pride Parade is happening and includes a million exuberant souls celebrating pride. Great people watching. When: Sunday, June 24, 2018 12noon. The parade lasts 3 hours. Events continue on into the evening. Where: … [Read more...] about Chicago Pride Parade June 24

Free Millennium Park Summer Music Series

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Free Millennium Park Summer Music Series features a wide variety of genre-defying music from top local, national and international artists – both established and emerging. Where: Millennium Park, Jay Pritzker Pavilion, 201 E. Randolph St. When: June 18-August 18, 2018 Select Mondays and … [Read more...] about Free Millennium Park Summer Music Series

Free Millennium Park concerts

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Free Millennium Park concerts. Whether you're picnicking on the Great Lawn or you've snagged a free seat in the back half of the Jay Pritzker Pavilion attending a concert in Millennium Park is one of the best deals in town. Where:  Jay Pritzker Pavilion, 201 E Randolph St, 312 742-1168.  More info … [Read more...] about Free Millennium Park concerts

Free Wednesday Millennium Park concerts

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Whether you're picnicking on the Great Lawn or you've snagged a free seat in the back half of the Jay Pritzker Pavilion attending a FREE concert in Millennium Park is one of the best deals in town. Where:  Jay Pritzker Pavilion, 201 E Randolph St, 312 742-1168.  More info here or … [Read more...] about Free Wednesday Millennium Park concerts

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