Get ready for lots of summery savings at Sonic Drive-In! Starting on the first day of summer, the popular fast-food restaurant is launching Live Free Fridays — a weekly celebration packed with exclusive in-app freebies and deals. The celebration runs through August 29, 2025, so there will be … [Read more...] about Sonic Drive-In’s Live Free Fridays offers weekly freebies all summer long
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Enjoy free fries (any size!) every week at Burger King
You simply can’t enjoy a burger without fries. It’s an iconic pairing for all-time, especially at fast-food burger joints. And Burger King is making it cheaper for its loyal customers to enjoy the salty potato side. Image: Burger King Burger King’s Royal Perks members can … [Read more...] about Enjoy free fries (any size!) every week at Burger King
Get Free Stuff on Your Birthday
It's your special day so you deserve a gift. Lots of companies offer free stuff for your birthday. In some cases, you will be required to sign up to receive emails, download an app, or sometimes join a dining or other club for free or for a fee in order to receive birthday freebies. All … [Read more...] about Get Free Stuff on Your Birthday
Sauced Night Market Before Christmas
Welcome the holiday season with shopping, food, music and vibes at Sauced Night Market Before Christmas, on December 13-14, 2024 at the Chicago Athletic Association downtown. This roving market supplies over three dozen vendors selling hand-crafted artisan goods and food. The holiday … [Read more...] about Sauced Night Market Before Christmas
Free Pasta Dishes with Barilla Connection Kitchen Food Truck
Enjoy delicious pasta dishes while making a difference at the Barilla Connection Kitchen Food Truck, which will partner with Meals on Wheels to encourage volunteer sign-ups at the Merchandise Mart on December 6, 2024. Chase the freezing temperatures away with a warm bowl of pasta and consider … [Read more...] about Free Pasta Dishes with Barilla Connection Kitchen Food Truck
Free Time Out Market Fifth Anniversary Party
Join the all-day celebration for five years of food, drinks and events during the Fifth Anniversary Celebration of Time Out Market, on November 16, 2024. Enjoy food and drink specials and live DJs in the West Loop neighborhood. Head to Time Out Market for festivities filled … [Read more...] about Free Time Out Market Fifth Anniversary Party
Andersonville Viking Pub Crawl
The Andersonville neighborhood's historic Swedish roots will be on full display during the sixth annual Viking Pub Crawl down Clark Street on November 17, 2024. Hundreds of revelers will don viking gear and grab a commemorative glass as they visit a dozen bars and restaurants offering specials … [Read more...] about Andersonville Viking Pub Crawl
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 September 6-8, 2024. After a series of neighborhood food pop-ups, the Taste of Chicago opens in all its … [Read more...] about Taste of Chicago
Taste of Greektown
Chicago's largest celebration of Hellenic culture returns for the 34th annual Taste of Greektown on September 6-8, 2024. Head to the historic Greektown neighborhood to savor Greek food, music and warm hospitality. The hallmark of Taste of Greektown is sampling dishes from the … [Read more...] about Taste of Greektown
Taste of Polonia
Celebrate Polish culture at the largest Polish festival in the country, Taste of Polonia, scheduled for August 30- September 2- 2024. The 42nd-anniversary festival brings four days of traditional Polish food, music and crafts. The Taste of Polonia festival serves up live music on four stages, art … [Read more...] about Taste of Polonia
Cheap Eats Lakeview
Chicago ranks as one of the top foodie towns in the country but sometimes all that flavorful excellence comes at a price. The Lakeview neighborhood is filled with chic and trendy restaurants that can be a little pricey but don't worry. This community also hosts eateries for folks … [Read more...] about Cheap Eats Lakeview
Old Town Chicago Happy Hours
The historic Old Town neighborhood is noted as the birthplace of modern improv but the area's Victorian area structures are also filled with classic neighborhood bars and hangouts. Visit these bars for Happy Hour deals and specials. Deals are subject to changes so check the … [Read more...] about Old Town Chicago Happy Hours




















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