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Free New Music Chicago concerts

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Free New Music Chicago concerts When: Third Thursday of Every Month 12:15pm-1:00pmpm Where:  Chicago Cultural Center 78 E. Washington, Claudia Cassidy Theater, 2nd Floor North (unless indicated) About New Music Chicago New Music Chicago advocates for the importance of a vital, vibrant music … [Read more...] about Free New Music Chicago concerts

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Free WBEZ Winter Block Party

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Free WBEZ Winter Block Party When:  Saturday, February 8, 2020 @ 12:00pm – 10:00pm Where:  Metro, 3730 N. Clark Street Register here The Winter Block Party is a daylong celebration of hip hop arts and culture. This year’s theme celebrates the power of community. Through programming we aim to … [Read more...] about Free WBEZ Winter Block Party

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Free concerts Fourth Presbyterian Church Chicago

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Free concerts Fourth Presbyterian Church Chicago. When:  Each Friday of the year at 12:10 p.m., free Noonday concerts. September through June in the Sanctuary or Buchanan Chapel (except when otherwise noted). To get to Buchanan Chapel enter door to the left of the main church entrance.  Walk all … [Read more...] about Free concerts Fourth Presbyterian Church Chicago

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-1pm on the 1st and 4th Mondays and every Wednesday. See schedule below. Chamber Mondays explore a rich diversity of chamber music, featuring Chicago’s most talented … [Read more...] about Free concerts at Chicago Cultural Center

Free Young People’s Concerts Chicago Cultural Center

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Free Young People's Concerts Chicago Cultural Center Where: Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington St., 312-744-6630, Preston Bradley Hall, 3rd Floor South. Take the elevators at the Washington Street entrance. When:  Thursdays, November 21, December 19, 2019; January 23, February 20, March … [Read more...] about Free Young People’s Concerts Chicago Cultural Center

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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). Select dates.  Schedule below. Where: Daley Civic … [Read more...] about Free events at Daley Plaza under the Picasso

Logan Center: third Tuesday free jazz series

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Logan Center: third Tuesday free jazz series. When:  Third Tuesday of the month October-June.  First set 7:30–8:30 pm; second set 9–10 pm Where:  Café Logan,  915 E 60th St at Drexel Avenue, Free parking lot at 60th and Drexel Ave Free admission; seating is first come, first served.  Schedule … [Read more...] about Logan Center: third Tuesday free jazz series

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Free Holiday Performances Harold Washington Library

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Free Holiday Performances Harold Washington Library Where: Harold Washington Library Center, 400 S. State Street, 312-747-4300. Always call ahead. Schedule subject to change or cancellation. Most events are held in the Cindy Pritzker Auditorium, Lower Level. Check the signage or with the info … [Read more...] about Free Holiday Performances Harold Washington Library

Discount Civic Orchestra Tickets

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Discount Civic Orchestra Tickets. The Civic Orchestra is the training orchestra for the Chicago Symphony.  Civic concerts in Orchestra Hall are free, but tickets are required. A non-refundable $5.00 per ticket service fee applies. Enjoy! The fee is charged whether you buy them online, by phone … [Read more...] about Discount Civic Orchestra Tickets

Free events Rockefeller Memorial Chapel

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Free events Rockefeller Memorial Chapel. The University of Chicago's non-denominational Rockefeller Memorial Chapel offers free events throughout the academic year. Where:  5850 South Woodlawn Avenue, (773) 702-2100 When: Check schedule availability varies. Tower tours Tower tours begin at … [Read more...] about Free events Rockefeller Memorial Chapel

Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Music Now $29

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Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Music Now $29. MusicNOW offers an immersive, sonic journey through groundbreaking repertoire. Join us for a program of expertly curated contemporary music featuring new commissions and multimedia works performed by musicians of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Bring … [Read more...] about Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Music Now $29

Revolution Oktoberfest Sept 27-28

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Revolution Oktoberfest When: Friday, September 27, 2019 3pm-10pm; Saturday,  September 28, 2019 12pm-10pm Where: Milwaukee Ave. from Fullerton to California $5 entry donation benefits charitable partner, Friends of Goethe.  Since bringing the fest to Milwaukee Ave., $30,000 has been raised for … [Read more...] about Revolution Oktoberfest Sept 27-28

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