Ice skating is a beloved Chicago winter tradition with rinks all over the city but one of the most scenic skating experiences is at The Peninsula Chicago's Sky Rink, perched above the Magnificent Mile with sparkling lights and pine trees. The rink is open through February 2, 2025. Ride up to the … [Read more...] about Skate in the Clouds at Peninsula Sky Rink
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Maggie Daley Park Skating Ribbon
Whirl around the twirling ice skating ribbon at Maggie Daley Park for the ultimate winter season experience. The Maggie Daley Park Ice Skating Ribbon is open every day from November 26, 2024, through March 9, 2025. Roll around the whimsical ice skating ribbon for a more exciting … [Read more...] about Maggie Daley Park Skating Ribbon
McCormick Tribune Ice Rink
Glide under the sparkling beauty of the Chicago skyline at the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink in Millennium Park. The free rink is open from November 15, 2024, through February 2, 2025, weather permitting. Whirling around the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink under the city's official … [Read more...] about McCormick Tribune Ice Rink
St. Patrick’s Day Cruises from $20
Float along with smiling Irish eyes and hop a St. Patrick's Day Shamrock Cruise on Lake Michigan from March 15-17, 2024. Enjoy skyline views on a three-story luxury yacht while celebrating St. Patrick's Day. Choose from a morning, afternoon or night cruise with a full bar, dance floor and … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Day Cruises from $20
Free Polar Adventure Days
Explore the natural beauty of the winter season during the annual Polar Adventure Days on January 20, and February 17, 2024. Bundle up and enjoy chilly fun on the 300 acres of Big Marsh Park in the South Deering neighborhood. Connect with nature during a day of winter adventures from noon to … [Read more...] about Free Polar Adventure Days
Kids Bowl Free All Summer
Keep the kids active every day of the summer with the free Kids Bowl Free program. Roll on out to Chicago's Lawn Lanes and Waveland Bowl for free kids bowling all Summer. The Kids Bowl Free program supplies two free games for each kid every day of the Summer. The first step is to register … [Read more...] about Kids Bowl Free All Summer
Free POP! Heights Park Grand Opening Celebration
Celebrate Chicago's newest park and public outdoor plaza (POP!) at Pop! Heights Park on October 29, 2022, in the Roseland neighborhood. Enjoy a day of festivities including live music, family fall-themed family activities, basketball, food from local restaurants and more at this grand opening … [Read more...] about Free POP! Heights Park Grand Opening Celebration
Late Night Booze Cruise for $10
Glide along Lake Michigan under the moonlight on a Late Night Booze Cruise with Chicago Party Boat on November 5 and 12, 2022. Enjoy the last boat cruises of the season with climate-controlled interior decks. Board the four-story, luxury yacht, the Spirit of Chicago, to take in iconic … [Read more...] about Late Night Booze Cruise for $10
Free Summer Membership for Teens at Planet Fitness
Summer means more activity and fun and teens will be able to enjoy the season even more as they build their fitness with free summer memberships at Planet Fitness. Starting on May 16, 2022, teens aged 14-19 can sign up for High School Summer Pass, which is a free membership that lasts … [Read more...] about Free Summer Membership for Teens at Planet Fitness
Where to hike in Cook County Illinois
Where to hike in Cook County Illinois. There are so many places to hike in Illinois that I had to break out the City of Chicago and then each collar county into separate posts. This is installment two. I can't attest to any of these trails since my hiking is limited to urban hiking … [Read more...] about Where to hike in Cook County Illinois
Free Cook County Forest Preserves events
Free Cook County Forest Preserves events. There are a many free things to do in the Cook Country Forest Preserves. Get out into the outdoors. All events are open to the public and all ages are welcome. No registration required or fee except where indicated. Events subject to … [Read more...] about Free Cook County Forest Preserves events
Register for Chicago Park District winter programs
Register for Chicago Park District winter programs. Program Dates In-Person Programs: January 25 - March 28, 2022 Virtual Programs: January 4 - March 21, 2022 Seniors & Special Recreation Programs At this time, programming for seniors and individuals with intellectual disabilities remains … [Read more...] about Register for Chicago Park District winter programs
