On Father’s Day, many restaurants and retailers are offering discounts and freebies to make celebrating with Dad a little easier on the wallet. Whether your dad is a steak guy or has a passion for Mexican or Italian food, you’ll be able to treat him right without worrying about your … [Read more...] about Best Father’s Day deals and freebies 2026
Food & Drink
Free Pepsi Eats Fest Chicago with Dylan Efron
Pepsi will celebrate food and Chicago restaurant fave Big Star Wicker Park with foodie and TV personality Dylan Efron at the free Pepsi Eats Fest on June 27, 2026. Dive into the honky tonk fun at Big Star and enjoy music, complimentary bites, Pepsi-infused cocktails and Efron's debut of … [Read more...] about Free Pepsi Eats Fest Chicago with Dylan Efron
Enjoy half-price shakes at Potbelly this summer for limited time
Belly up for sweet savings at Potbelly, milkshake lovers! A delicious shake on a hot summer day is the perfect way to just chill out. And, this summer, Potbelly is shaking up the sunny season with a “shaky” deal for a limited time. All of the shop’s shakes are made with hand-dipped ice … [Read more...] about Enjoy half-price shakes at Potbelly this summer for limited time
Taste of Chicago
The legendary summer food festival that spawned dozens of similar events across the city, the Taste of Chicago, returns to Grant Park for a showcase of Chicago's culinary diversity on July 8-12 2026. As the biggest free culinary festival in the country, the Taste of Chicago opens in … [Read more...] about Taste of Chicago
Amazon offers $5 pizza deal from Little Caesars for two weeks
Pizza is perfect for any meal or family gathering! Everyone loves pizza and it’s an easy option for a quick meal with little to no clean-up. And one of the most affordable places for pizza has always been Little Caesars. However, thanks to the pizza joint’s partnership with Amazon, it’s … [Read more...] about Amazon offers $5 pizza deal from Little Caesars for two weeks
Chipotle brings back ‘Summer of Extras’ with free burritos, bonus points and exclusive offers
Chipotle has summer savings all wrapped up in 2026! This summer, the popular fast-casual restaurant is bringing back its popular “Summer of Extras,” a three-month program rewarding Chipotle Rewards members with FREE entrées, extra points and exclusive offers — from June 1 to August 31, … [Read more...] about Chipotle brings back ‘Summer of Extras’ with free burritos, bonus points and exclusive offers
Jamba celebrates National Smoothie Day with $1 smoothies
Sip on savings at Jamba! Summer and smoothies are the perfect pairing for a refreshing break. With so many fruitful options on the menu, Jamba is the perfect stop on a hot summer day to chill out and enjoy a delicious smoothie. And the popular smoothie shop is celebrating National Smoothie Day … [Read more...] about Jamba celebrates National Smoothie Day with $1 smoothies
Taste of Randolph Street
Over 16 restaurants and two stages of live acts will commemorate the 28th anniversary of the Taste of Randolph on June 19-21, 2026. The highly anticipated festival features some of the best bites in the West Loop neighborhood. Expect to eat and dance your way through three days of events, … [Read more...] about Taste of Randolph Street
Chicago Pride Fest
Chicago is home to the nation's first recognized LGBTQ community and the annual Chicago Pride Fest is one of its most anticipated community events. The fest returns on June 20-21, 2026, with three stages of music, vendors, food, drinks and fun. Kicking off the weekend before the Chicago Pride … [Read more...] about Chicago Pride Fest
Memorial Day Weekend freebies and deals 2026
Memorial Day is a day for parades and remembrance, picnics and barbecues — and lots of deals! Many restaurants and retailers are offering discounts and freebies over the Memorial Day weekend. Some of the deals are only for military personnel or veterans, while others are available to all. Some of … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Weekend freebies and deals 2026
7-Eleven offers $1 Slurpee Happy Hour every weekday this summer
Set reminders on your phone now, Slurpee fans! The countdown to Slurpee Day in July is on and 7-Eleven is kicking off the summer season with its Slurpee Drink Happy Hour. A Slurpee makes the perfect pick-me-up treat on a hot summer day — especially because of the variety of flavors. And, for a … [Read more...] about 7-Eleven offers $1 Slurpee Happy Hour every weekday this summer
Kentucky Fried Chicken offers $10 ‘Bucket of the Day’ deal each weekday for limited time
Add KFC to your bucket list! Hungry bargain hunters are always on the lookout for a bucketful of savings when dining out with the family. And KFC is turning a fan-favorite into a new “Bucket of the Day” deal each weekday — for a limited time. Image: KFC With four different … [Read more...] about Kentucky Fried Chicken offers $10 ‘Bucket of the Day’ deal each weekday for limited time




















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