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Free things to do during Chicago Winter All Day Free things to do during Chicago WinterDailyChicago's winters boast a well-deserved reputation for being brutal. It's true that the wind chill can make a snowman cry but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the frozen beauty of the city. When the ... Read More » I-Hop Free Bottomless Pancakes All Day I-Hop Free Bottomless PancakesMore butter and syrup, please. And keep ’em coming! Pancake lovers will want to hop over to IHOP to enjoy an unlimited stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pancakes. For a limited time, the popular diner is ... Read More » Greektown Restaurant Week Greektown Restaurant WeekSunday, March 1, 2026 The fifth annual Greektown Restaurant Week unleashes an array of special discounts, offers and dishes on March 1-7, 2026. Head to the historic Greektown neighborhood, dine in and mention "Greektown Restaurant Week" to score deals. Step ... Read More » North Side Restaurant Week North Side Restaurant WeekDailyTravel beyond the familiar downtown, West Loop and River North dining scenes and explore the eclectic culinary diversity of far north side neighborhoods, including Edgewater, Rogers Park and Ravenswood, during the North Side Restaurant Week ... Read More » | Free things to do during Chicago Winter All Day Free things to do during Chicago WinterDailyChicago's winters boast a well-deserved reputation for being brutal. It's true that the wind chill can make a snowman cry but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the frozen beauty of the city. When the ... Read More » I-Hop Free Bottomless Pancakes All Day I-Hop Free Bottomless PancakesMore butter and syrup, please. And keep ’em coming! Pancake lovers will want to hop over to IHOP to enjoy an unlimited stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pancakes. For a limited time, the popular diner is ... Read More » Greektown Restaurant Week Greektown Restaurant WeekDailyThe fifth annual Greektown Restaurant Week unleashes an array of special discounts, offers and dishes on March 1-7, 2026. Head to the historic Greektown neighborhood, dine in and mention "Greektown Restaurant Week" to score deals. Step ... Read More » North Side Restaurant Week North Side Restaurant WeekDailyTravel beyond the familiar downtown, West Loop and River North dining scenes and explore the eclectic culinary diversity of far north side neighborhoods, including Edgewater, Rogers Park and Ravenswood, during the North Side Restaurant Week ... Read More » | Free things to do during Chicago Winter All Day Free things to do during Chicago WinterDailyChicago's winters boast a well-deserved reputation for being brutal. It's true that the wind chill can make a snowman cry but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the frozen beauty of the city. When the ... Read More » I-Hop Free Bottomless Pancakes All Day I-Hop Free Bottomless PancakesMore butter and syrup, please. And keep ’em coming! Pancake lovers will want to hop over to IHOP to enjoy an unlimited stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pancakes. For a limited time, the popular diner is ... Read More » Greektown Restaurant Week Greektown Restaurant WeekDailyThe fifth annual Greektown Restaurant Week unleashes an array of special discounts, offers and dishes on March 1-7, 2026. Head to the historic Greektown neighborhood, dine in and mention "Greektown Restaurant Week" to score deals. Step ... Read More » North Side Restaurant Week North Side Restaurant WeekDailyTravel beyond the familiar downtown, West Loop and River North dining scenes and explore the eclectic culinary diversity of far north side neighborhoods, including Edgewater, Rogers Park and Ravenswood, during the North Side Restaurant Week ... Read More » | Free things to do during Chicago Winter All Day Free things to do during Chicago WinterDailyChicago's winters boast a well-deserved reputation for being brutal. It's true that the wind chill can make a snowman cry but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the frozen beauty of the city. When the ... Read More » I-Hop Free Bottomless Pancakes All Day I-Hop Free Bottomless PancakesMore butter and syrup, please. And keep ’em coming! Pancake lovers will want to hop over to IHOP to enjoy an unlimited stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pancakes. For a limited time, the popular diner is ... Read More » Greektown Restaurant Week Greektown Restaurant WeekDailyThe fifth annual Greektown Restaurant Week unleashes an array of special discounts, offers and dishes on March 1-7, 2026. Head to the historic Greektown neighborhood, dine in and mention "Greektown Restaurant Week" to score deals. Step ... Read More » North Side Restaurant Week North Side Restaurant WeekDailyTravel beyond the familiar downtown, West Loop and River North dining scenes and explore the eclectic culinary diversity of far north side neighborhoods, including Edgewater, Rogers Park and Ravenswood, during the North Side Restaurant Week ... Read More » | Free things to do during Chicago Winter All Day Free things to do during Chicago WinterDailyChicago's winters boast a well-deserved reputation for being brutal. It's true that the wind chill can make a snowman cry but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the frozen beauty of the city. When the ... Read More » I-Hop Free Bottomless Pancakes All Day I-Hop Free Bottomless PancakesMore butter and syrup, please. And keep ’em coming! Pancake lovers will want to hop over to IHOP to enjoy an unlimited stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pancakes. For a limited time, the popular diner is ... Read More » Greektown Restaurant Week Greektown Restaurant WeekDailyThe fifth annual Greektown Restaurant Week unleashes an array of special discounts, offers and dishes on March 1-7, 2026. Head to the historic Greektown neighborhood, dine in and mention "Greektown Restaurant Week" to score deals. Step ... Read More » North Side Restaurant Week North Side Restaurant WeekDailyTravel beyond the familiar downtown, West Loop and River North dining scenes and explore the eclectic culinary diversity of far north side neighborhoods, including Edgewater, Rogers Park and Ravenswood, during the North Side Restaurant Week ... Read More » | Free things to do during Chicago Winter All Day Free things to do during Chicago WinterDailyChicago's winters boast a well-deserved reputation for being brutal. It's true that the wind chill can make a snowman cry but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the frozen beauty of the city. When the ... Read More » I-Hop Free Bottomless Pancakes All Day I-Hop Free Bottomless PancakesMore butter and syrup, please. And keep ’em coming! Pancake lovers will want to hop over to IHOP to enjoy an unlimited stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pancakes. For a limited time, the popular diner is ... Read More » Greektown Restaurant Week Greektown Restaurant WeekDailyThe fifth annual Greektown Restaurant Week unleashes an array of special discounts, offers and dishes on March 1-7, 2026. Head to the historic Greektown neighborhood, dine in and mention "Greektown Restaurant Week" to score deals. Step ... Read More » North Side Restaurant Week North Side Restaurant WeekDailyTravel beyond the familiar downtown, West Loop and River North dining scenes and explore the eclectic culinary diversity of far north side neighborhoods, including Edgewater, Rogers Park and Ravenswood, during the North Side Restaurant Week ... Read More » | Free things to do during Chicago Winter All Day Free things to do during Chicago WinterDailyChicago's winters boast a well-deserved reputation for being brutal. It's true that the wind chill can make a snowman cry but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the frozen beauty of the city. When the ... Read More » I-Hop Free Bottomless Pancakes All Day I-Hop Free Bottomless PancakesMore butter and syrup, please. And keep ’em coming! Pancake lovers will want to hop over to IHOP to enjoy an unlimited stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pancakes. For a limited time, the popular diner is ... Read More » Greektown Restaurant Week Greektown Restaurant WeekDailyThe fifth annual Greektown Restaurant Week unleashes an array of special discounts, offers and dishes on March 1-7, 2026. Head to the historic Greektown neighborhood, dine in and mention "Greektown Restaurant Week" to score deals. Step ... Read More » North Side Restaurant Week North Side Restaurant WeekDailyTravel beyond the familiar downtown, West Loop and River North dining scenes and explore the eclectic culinary diversity of far north side neighborhoods, including Edgewater, Rogers Park and Ravenswood, during the North Side Restaurant Week ... Read More » |
Free things to do during Chicago Winter All Day Free things to do during Chicago WinterDailyChicago's winters boast a well-deserved reputation for being brutal. It's true that the wind chill can make a snowman cry but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the frozen beauty of the city. When the ... Read More » I-Hop Free Bottomless Pancakes All Day I-Hop Free Bottomless PancakesMore butter and syrup, please. And keep ’em coming! Pancake lovers will want to hop over to IHOP to enjoy an unlimited stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pancakes. For a limited time, the popular diner is ... Read More » North Side Restaurant Week North Side Restaurant WeekDailyTravel beyond the familiar downtown, West Loop and River North dining scenes and explore the eclectic culinary diversity of far north side neighborhoods, including Edgewater, Rogers Park and Ravenswood, during the North Side Restaurant Week ... Read More » Chicago Irish Film Fest Chicago Irish Film FestTransport yourself with the magic of Irish storytelling during the 27th annual Chicago Irish Film Festival. Enjoy movies that celebrate the complexity and joy of the Emerald Isle during the in-theater showings from February 26 to ... Read More » | Free things to do during Chicago Winter All Day Free things to do during Chicago WinterDailyChicago's winters boast a well-deserved reputation for being brutal. It's true that the wind chill can make a snowman cry but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the frozen beauty of the city. When the ... Read More » I-Hop Free Bottomless Pancakes All Day I-Hop Free Bottomless PancakesMore butter and syrup, please. And keep ’em coming! Pancake lovers will want to hop over to IHOP to enjoy an unlimited stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pancakes. For a limited time, the popular diner is ... Read More » Happy Hour 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm Happy HourWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayUnwind and celebrate the end of the work day with food and drink deals at Canal Street Eatery Monday through Friday, 3- 6 p.m. in the bustling West Loop neighborhood. Sip on $8 cocktails like Aperol ... Read More » WInterland at Gallagher Way 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm WInterland at Gallagher WayDailyDive into a quintessential Chicago holiday experience by skating around the iconic Wrigley Field as well as enjoying live music, holiday decor, classic holiday movies and more at Winterland at Gallagher Way, November 23-December 31, ... Read More » | Free things to do during Chicago Winter All Day Free things to do during Chicago WinterDailyChicago's winters boast a well-deserved reputation for being brutal. It's true that the wind chill can make a snowman cry but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the frozen beauty of the city. When the ... Read More » I-Hop Free Bottomless Pancakes All Day I-Hop Free Bottomless PancakesMore butter and syrup, please. And keep ’em coming! Pancake lovers will want to hop over to IHOP to enjoy an unlimited stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pancakes. For a limited time, the popular diner is ... Read More » Free admission for Illinois residents 10:00 am to 9:00 pm Free admission for Illinois residentsWeekly on TuesdayFree Tuesdays at the Museum of Contemporary Art for Illinois residents. Where: Museum of Contemporary Art, 220 E. Chicago Ave., 312-397-4010 When: 10am to 9pm Tuesdays; 10am to 5pm Wednesdays-Sundays; Closed Mondays. Free Tuesdays for Illinois residents with ... Read More » Happy Hour 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm Happy HourWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayUnwind and celebrate the end of the work day with food and drink deals at Canal Street Eatery Monday through Friday, 3- 6 p.m. in the bustling West Loop neighborhood. Sip on $8 cocktails like Aperol ... Read More » | Free things to do during Chicago Winter All Day Free things to do during Chicago WinterDailyChicago's winters boast a well-deserved reputation for being brutal. It's true that the wind chill can make a snowman cry but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the frozen beauty of the city. When the ... Read More » I-Hop Free Bottomless Pancakes All Day I-Hop Free Bottomless PancakesMore butter and syrup, please. And keep ’em coming! Pancake lovers will want to hop over to IHOP to enjoy an unlimited stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pancakes. For a limited time, the popular diner is ... Read More » Happy Hour 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm Happy HourWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayUnwind and celebrate the end of the work day with food and drink deals at Canal Street Eatery Monday through Friday, 3- 6 p.m. in the bustling West Loop neighborhood. Sip on $8 cocktails like Aperol ... Read More » WInterland at Gallagher Way 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm WInterland at Gallagher WayDailyDive into a quintessential Chicago holiday experience by skating around the iconic Wrigley Field as well as enjoying live music, holiday decor, classic holiday movies and more at Winterland at Gallagher Way, November 23-December 31, ... Read More » | Free things to do during Chicago Winter All Day Free things to do during Chicago WinterDailyChicago's winters boast a well-deserved reputation for being brutal. It's true that the wind chill can make a snowman cry but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the frozen beauty of the city. When the ... Read More » I-Hop Free Bottomless Pancakes All Day I-Hop Free Bottomless PancakesMore butter and syrup, please. And keep ’em coming! Pancake lovers will want to hop over to IHOP to enjoy an unlimited stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pancakes. For a limited time, the popular diner is ... Read More » Chicago Cultural Center Tours 1:15 pm to 12:00 am Chicago Cultural Center ToursWeekly on Thursday and FridayExplore the neoclassical beauty of the historic Chicago Cultural Center during free tours every Thursday and Friday. Discover the fascinating history and landmark status of one of Chicago's most beloved architectural treasures. Nicknamed the "People's Palace," ... Read More » Chicago RIverwalk and History Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Chicago RIverwalk and History TourWeekly on Thursday Friday and SaturdayChicago's skyline is legendary, our city's soaring architecture distinguishes it from every city in the world and there's no more scenic way to view it than from the Chicago Riverwalk. The Architecture Boat Tour is one ... Read More » | Free things to do during Chicago Winter All Day Free things to do during Chicago WinterDailyChicago's winters boast a well-deserved reputation for being brutal. It's true that the wind chill can make a snowman cry but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the frozen beauty of the city. When the ... Read More » I-Hop Free Bottomless Pancakes All Day I-Hop Free Bottomless PancakesMore butter and syrup, please. And keep ’em coming! Pancake lovers will want to hop over to IHOP to enjoy an unlimited stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pancakes. For a limited time, the popular diner is ... Read More » St. Patrick's Day Shamrock Cruise 9:30 am to 10:00 pm St. Patrick's Day Shamrock CruiseFriday, March 13, 2026 Float along with smiling Irish eyes and hop a St. Patrick's Day Green River Cruise on the Chicago River from March 13-17, 2026. Enjoy skyline views on a three-story luxury yacht while celebrating St. Patrick's ... Read More » Chicago Cultural Center Tours 1:15 pm to 12:00 am Chicago Cultural Center ToursWeekly on Thursday and FridayExplore the neoclassical beauty of the historic Chicago Cultural Center during free tours every Thursday and Friday. Discover the fascinating history and landmark status of one of Chicago's most beloved architectural treasures. Nicknamed the "People's Palace," ... Read More » | Free things to do during Chicago Winter All Day Free things to do during Chicago WinterDailyChicago's winters boast a well-deserved reputation for being brutal. It's true that the wind chill can make a snowman cry but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the frozen beauty of the city. When the ... Read More » I-Hop Free Bottomless Pancakes All Day I-Hop Free Bottomless PancakesMore butter and syrup, please. And keep ’em coming! Pancake lovers will want to hop over to IHOP to enjoy an unlimited stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pancakes. For a limited time, the popular diner is ... Read More » St. Patrick's Day Shamrock Cruise 9:30 am to 10:00 pm St. Patrick's Day Shamrock CruiseFloat along with smiling Irish eyes and hop a St. Patrick's Day Green River Cruise on the Chicago River from March 13-17, 2026. Enjoy skyline views on a three-story luxury yacht while celebrating St. Patrick's ... Read More » Chicago St. Pat's Parade Updated 12:15 pm to 3:00 pm Chicago St. Pat's Parade UpdatedSaturday, March 14, 2026 Chicago's extensive Irish history and heritage will be on glorious display at the downtown Chicago 2026 St. Patrick's Day Parade, at 12:15 pm on Saturday, March 14, 2026. This annual event full of floats, music, dancing ... Read More » |
Free things to do during Chicago Winter All Day Free things to do during Chicago WinterDailyChicago's winters boast a well-deserved reputation for being brutal. It's true that the wind chill can make a snowman cry but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the frozen beauty of the city. When the ... Read More » I-Hop Free Bottomless Pancakes All Day I-Hop Free Bottomless PancakesMore butter and syrup, please. And keep ’em coming! Pancake lovers will want to hop over to IHOP to enjoy an unlimited stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pancakes. For a limited time, the popular diner is ... Read More » St. Patrick's Day Shamrock Cruise 9:30 am to 10:00 pm St. Patrick's Day Shamrock CruiseFloat along with smiling Irish eyes and hop a St. Patrick's Day Green River Cruise on the Chicago River from March 13-17, 2026. Enjoy skyline views on a three-story luxury yacht while celebrating St. Patrick's ... Read More » Northwest Side Irish St. Pat's Day Parade 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm Northwest Side Irish St. Pat's Day ParadeSunday, March 15, 2026 The 23rd annual Northwestside Irish St. Patrick's Day Parade gears up at noon on Sunday, March 15, 2026. The parade kicks off at Onahan School, at 6634 W. Raven St. and Neola Avenue south to ... Read More » | Free things to do during Chicago Winter All Day Free things to do during Chicago WinterDailyChicago's winters boast a well-deserved reputation for being brutal. It's true that the wind chill can make a snowman cry but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the frozen beauty of the city. When the ... Read More » I-Hop Free Bottomless Pancakes All Day I-Hop Free Bottomless PancakesMore butter and syrup, please. And keep ’em coming! Pancake lovers will want to hop over to IHOP to enjoy an unlimited stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pancakes. For a limited time, the popular diner is ... Read More » St. Patrick's Day Shamrock Cruise 9:30 am to 10:00 pm St. Patrick's Day Shamrock CruiseFloat along with smiling Irish eyes and hop a St. Patrick's Day Green River Cruise on the Chicago River from March 13-17, 2026. Enjoy skyline views on a three-story luxury yacht while celebrating St. Patrick's ... Read More » Happy Hour 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm Happy HourWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayUnwind and celebrate the end of the work day with food and drink deals at Canal Street Eatery Monday through Friday, 3- 6 p.m. in the bustling West Loop neighborhood. Sip on $8 cocktails like Aperol ... Read More » | Free things to do during Chicago Winter All Day Free things to do during Chicago WinterDailyChicago's winters boast a well-deserved reputation for being brutal. It's true that the wind chill can make a snowman cry but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the frozen beauty of the city. When the ... Read More » I-Hop Free Bottomless Pancakes All Day I-Hop Free Bottomless PancakesMore butter and syrup, please. And keep ’em coming! Pancake lovers will want to hop over to IHOP to enjoy an unlimited stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pancakes. For a limited time, the popular diner is ... Read More » St. Patrick's Day Shamrock Cruise 9:30 am to 10:00 pm St. Patrick's Day Shamrock CruiseFloat along with smiling Irish eyes and hop a St. Patrick's Day Green River Cruise on the Chicago River from March 13-17, 2026. Enjoy skyline views on a three-story luxury yacht while celebrating St. Patrick's ... Read More » Free admission for Illinois residents 10:00 am to 9:00 pm Free admission for Illinois residentsWeekly on TuesdayFree Tuesdays at the Museum of Contemporary Art for Illinois residents. Where: Museum of Contemporary Art, 220 E. Chicago Ave., 312-397-4010 When: 10am to 9pm Tuesdays; 10am to 5pm Wednesdays-Sundays; Closed Mondays. Free Tuesdays for Illinois residents with ... Read More » | Free things to do during Chicago Winter All Day Free things to do during Chicago WinterDailyChicago's winters boast a well-deserved reputation for being brutal. It's true that the wind chill can make a snowman cry but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the frozen beauty of the city. When the ... Read More » I-Hop Free Bottomless Pancakes All Day I-Hop Free Bottomless PancakesMore butter and syrup, please. And keep ’em coming! Pancake lovers will want to hop over to IHOP to enjoy an unlimited stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pancakes. For a limited time, the popular diner is ... Read More » Happy Hour 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm Happy HourWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayUnwind and celebrate the end of the work day with food and drink deals at Canal Street Eatery Monday through Friday, 3- 6 p.m. in the bustling West Loop neighborhood. Sip on $8 cocktails like Aperol ... Read More » WInterland at Gallagher Way 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm WInterland at Gallagher WayDailyDive into a quintessential Chicago holiday experience by skating around the iconic Wrigley Field as well as enjoying live music, holiday decor, classic holiday movies and more at Winterland at Gallagher Way, November 23-December 31, ... Read More » | Free things to do during Chicago Winter All Day Free things to do during Chicago WinterDailyChicago's winters boast a well-deserved reputation for being brutal. It's true that the wind chill can make a snowman cry but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the frozen beauty of the city. When the ... Read More » I-Hop Free Bottomless Pancakes All Day I-Hop Free Bottomless PancakesMore butter and syrup, please. And keep ’em coming! Pancake lovers will want to hop over to IHOP to enjoy an unlimited stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pancakes. For a limited time, the popular diner is ... Read More » Chicago Cultural Center Tours 1:15 pm to 12:00 am Chicago Cultural Center ToursWeekly on Thursday and FridayExplore the neoclassical beauty of the historic Chicago Cultural Center during free tours every Thursday and Friday. Discover the fascinating history and landmark status of one of Chicago's most beloved architectural treasures. Nicknamed the "People's Palace," ... Read More » Chicago RIverwalk and History Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Chicago RIverwalk and History TourWeekly on Thursday Friday and SaturdayChicago's skyline is legendary, our city's soaring architecture distinguishes it from every city in the world and there's no more scenic way to view it than from the Chicago Riverwalk. The Architecture Boat Tour is one ... Read More » | Free things to do during Chicago Winter All Day Free things to do during Chicago WinterDailyChicago's winters boast a well-deserved reputation for being brutal. It's true that the wind chill can make a snowman cry but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the frozen beauty of the city. When the ... Read More » I-Hop Free Bottomless Pancakes All Day I-Hop Free Bottomless PancakesMore butter and syrup, please. And keep ’em coming! Pancake lovers will want to hop over to IHOP to enjoy an unlimited stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pancakes. For a limited time, the popular diner is ... Read More » Chicago Cultural Center Tours 1:15 pm to 12:00 am Chicago Cultural Center ToursWeekly on Thursday and FridayExplore the neoclassical beauty of the historic Chicago Cultural Center during free tours every Thursday and Friday. Discover the fascinating history and landmark status of one of Chicago's most beloved architectural treasures. Nicknamed the "People's Palace," ... Read More » Chicago RIverwalk and History Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Chicago RIverwalk and History TourWeekly on Thursday Friday and SaturdayChicago's skyline is legendary, our city's soaring architecture distinguishes it from every city in the world and there's no more scenic way to view it than from the Chicago Riverwalk. The Architecture Boat Tour is one ... Read More » | Free things to do during Chicago Winter All Day Free things to do during Chicago WinterDailyChicago's winters boast a well-deserved reputation for being brutal. It's true that the wind chill can make a snowman cry but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the frozen beauty of the city. When the ... Read More » I-Hop Free Bottomless Pancakes All Day I-Hop Free Bottomless PancakesMore butter and syrup, please. And keep ’em coming! Pancake lovers will want to hop over to IHOP to enjoy an unlimited stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pancakes. For a limited time, the popular diner is ... Read More » Chicago RIverwalk and History Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Chicago RIverwalk and History TourWeekly on Thursday Friday and SaturdayChicago's skyline is legendary, our city's soaring architecture distinguishes it from every city in the world and there's no more scenic way to view it than from the Chicago Riverwalk. The Architecture Boat Tour is one ... Read More » Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster TourWeekly on Sunday Friday and SaturdayChicago boasts a reputation for a lot of great things--architecture, food and a stunning skyline. The city's claim as the home of the blues is another great accolade but Chicago is also recognized for its ... Read More » |
Free things to do during Chicago Winter All Day Free things to do during Chicago WinterDailyChicago's winters boast a well-deserved reputation for being brutal. It's true that the wind chill can make a snowman cry but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the frozen beauty of the city. When the ... Read More » I-Hop Free Bottomless Pancakes All Day I-Hop Free Bottomless PancakesMore butter and syrup, please. And keep ’em coming! Pancake lovers will want to hop over to IHOP to enjoy an unlimited stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pancakes. For a limited time, the popular diner is ... Read More » Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster TourWeekly on Sunday Friday and SaturdayChicago boasts a reputation for a lot of great things--architecture, food and a stunning skyline. The city's claim as the home of the blues is another great accolade but Chicago is also recognized for its ... Read More » WInterland at Gallagher Way 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm WInterland at Gallagher WayDailyDive into a quintessential Chicago holiday experience by skating around the iconic Wrigley Field as well as enjoying live music, holiday decor, classic holiday movies and more at Winterland at Gallagher Way, November 23-December 31, ... Read More » | Free things to do during Chicago Winter All Day Free things to do during Chicago WinterDailyChicago's winters boast a well-deserved reputation for being brutal. It's true that the wind chill can make a snowman cry but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the frozen beauty of the city. When the ... Read More » I-Hop Free Bottomless Pancakes All Day I-Hop Free Bottomless PancakesMore butter and syrup, please. And keep ’em coming! Pancake lovers will want to hop over to IHOP to enjoy an unlimited stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pancakes. For a limited time, the popular diner is ... Read More » Happy Hour 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm Happy HourWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayUnwind and celebrate the end of the work day with food and drink deals at Canal Street Eatery Monday through Friday, 3- 6 p.m. in the bustling West Loop neighborhood. Sip on $8 cocktails like Aperol ... Read More » WInterland at Gallagher Way 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm WInterland at Gallagher WayDailyDive into a quintessential Chicago holiday experience by skating around the iconic Wrigley Field as well as enjoying live music, holiday decor, classic holiday movies and more at Winterland at Gallagher Way, November 23-December 31, ... Read More » | Free things to do during Chicago Winter All Day Free things to do during Chicago WinterDailyChicago's winters boast a well-deserved reputation for being brutal. It's true that the wind chill can make a snowman cry but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the frozen beauty of the city. When the ... Read More » I-Hop Free Bottomless Pancakes All Day I-Hop Free Bottomless PancakesMore butter and syrup, please. And keep ’em coming! Pancake lovers will want to hop over to IHOP to enjoy an unlimited stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pancakes. For a limited time, the popular diner is ... Read More » Free admission for Illinois residents 10:00 am to 9:00 pm Free admission for Illinois residentsWeekly on TuesdayFree Tuesdays at the Museum of Contemporary Art for Illinois residents. Where: Museum of Contemporary Art, 220 E. Chicago Ave., 312-397-4010 When: 10am to 9pm Tuesdays; 10am to 5pm Wednesdays-Sundays; Closed Mondays. Free Tuesdays for Illinois residents with ... Read More » Happy Hour 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm Happy HourWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayUnwind and celebrate the end of the work day with food and drink deals at Canal Street Eatery Monday through Friday, 3- 6 p.m. in the bustling West Loop neighborhood. Sip on $8 cocktails like Aperol ... Read More » | Free things to do during Chicago Winter All Day Free things to do during Chicago WinterDailyChicago's winters boast a well-deserved reputation for being brutal. It's true that the wind chill can make a snowman cry but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the frozen beauty of the city. When the ... Read More » I-Hop Free Bottomless Pancakes All Day I-Hop Free Bottomless PancakesMore butter and syrup, please. And keep ’em coming! Pancake lovers will want to hop over to IHOP to enjoy an unlimited stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pancakes. For a limited time, the popular diner is ... Read More » Happy Hour 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm Happy HourWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayUnwind and celebrate the end of the work day with food and drink deals at Canal Street Eatery Monday through Friday, 3- 6 p.m. in the bustling West Loop neighborhood. Sip on $8 cocktails like Aperol ... Read More » WInterland at Gallagher Way 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm WInterland at Gallagher WayDailyDive into a quintessential Chicago holiday experience by skating around the iconic Wrigley Field as well as enjoying live music, holiday decor, classic holiday movies and more at Winterland at Gallagher Way, November 23-December 31, ... Read More » | Free things to do during Chicago Winter All Day Free things to do during Chicago WinterDailyChicago's winters boast a well-deserved reputation for being brutal. It's true that the wind chill can make a snowman cry but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the frozen beauty of the city. When the ... Read More » I-Hop Free Bottomless Pancakes All Day I-Hop Free Bottomless PancakesMore butter and syrup, please. And keep ’em coming! Pancake lovers will want to hop over to IHOP to enjoy an unlimited stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pancakes. For a limited time, the popular diner is ... Read More » Chicago Cultural Center Tours 1:15 pm to 12:00 am Chicago Cultural Center ToursWeekly on Thursday and FridayExplore the neoclassical beauty of the historic Chicago Cultural Center during free tours every Thursday and Friday. Discover the fascinating history and landmark status of one of Chicago's most beloved architectural treasures. Nicknamed the "People's Palace," ... Read More » Chicago RIverwalk and History Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Chicago RIverwalk and History TourWeekly on Thursday Friday and SaturdayChicago's skyline is legendary, our city's soaring architecture distinguishes it from every city in the world and there's no more scenic way to view it than from the Chicago Riverwalk. The Architecture Boat Tour is one ... Read More » | Free things to do during Chicago Winter All Day Free things to do during Chicago WinterDailyChicago's winters boast a well-deserved reputation for being brutal. It's true that the wind chill can make a snowman cry but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the frozen beauty of the city. When the ... Read More » I-Hop Free Bottomless Pancakes All Day I-Hop Free Bottomless PancakesMore butter and syrup, please. And keep ’em coming! Pancake lovers will want to hop over to IHOP to enjoy an unlimited stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pancakes. For a limited time, the popular diner is ... Read More » Chicago Cultural Center Tours 1:15 pm to 12:00 am Chicago Cultural Center ToursWeekly on Thursday and FridayExplore the neoclassical beauty of the historic Chicago Cultural Center during free tours every Thursday and Friday. Discover the fascinating history and landmark status of one of Chicago's most beloved architectural treasures. Nicknamed the "People's Palace," ... Read More » Chicago RIverwalk and History Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Chicago RIverwalk and History TourWeekly on Thursday Friday and SaturdayChicago's skyline is legendary, our city's soaring architecture distinguishes it from every city in the world and there's no more scenic way to view it than from the Chicago Riverwalk. The Architecture Boat Tour is one ... Read More » | Free things to do during Chicago Winter All Day Free things to do during Chicago WinterDailyChicago's winters boast a well-deserved reputation for being brutal. It's true that the wind chill can make a snowman cry but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the frozen beauty of the city. When the ... Read More » I-Hop Free Bottomless Pancakes All Day I-Hop Free Bottomless PancakesMore butter and syrup, please. And keep ’em coming! Pancake lovers will want to hop over to IHOP to enjoy an unlimited stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pancakes. For a limited time, the popular diner is ... Read More » Chicago RIverwalk and History Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Chicago RIverwalk and History TourWeekly on Thursday Friday and SaturdayChicago's skyline is legendary, our city's soaring architecture distinguishes it from every city in the world and there's no more scenic way to view it than from the Chicago Riverwalk. The Architecture Boat Tour is one ... Read More » Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster TourWeekly on Sunday Friday and SaturdayChicago boasts a reputation for a lot of great things--architecture, food and a stunning skyline. The city's claim as the home of the blues is another great accolade but Chicago is also recognized for its ... Read More » |
Free things to do during Chicago Winter All Day Free things to do during Chicago WinterDailyChicago's winters boast a well-deserved reputation for being brutal. It's true that the wind chill can make a snowman cry but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the frozen beauty of the city. When the ... Read More » I-Hop Free Bottomless Pancakes All Day I-Hop Free Bottomless PancakesMore butter and syrup, please. And keep ’em coming! Pancake lovers will want to hop over to IHOP to enjoy an unlimited stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pancakes. For a limited time, the popular diner is ... Read More » Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster Tour 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Lincoln Park Blues and Gangster TourWeekly on Sunday Friday and SaturdayChicago boasts a reputation for a lot of great things--architecture, food and a stunning skyline. The city's claim as the home of the blues is another great accolade but Chicago is also recognized for its ... Read More » WInterland at Gallagher Way 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm WInterland at Gallagher WayDailyDive into a quintessential Chicago holiday experience by skating around the iconic Wrigley Field as well as enjoying live music, holiday decor, classic holiday movies and more at Winterland at Gallagher Way, November 23-December 31, ... Read More » | Free things to do during Chicago Winter All Day Free things to do during Chicago WinterDailyChicago's winters boast a well-deserved reputation for being brutal. It's true that the wind chill can make a snowman cry but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the frozen beauty of the city. When the ... Read More » I-Hop Free Bottomless Pancakes All Day I-Hop Free Bottomless PancakesMore butter and syrup, please. And keep ’em coming! Pancake lovers will want to hop over to IHOP to enjoy an unlimited stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pancakes. For a limited time, the popular diner is ... Read More » Happy Hour 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm Happy HourWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayUnwind and celebrate the end of the work day with food and drink deals at Canal Street Eatery Monday through Friday, 3- 6 p.m. in the bustling West Loop neighborhood. Sip on $8 cocktails like Aperol ... Read More » WInterland at Gallagher Way 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm WInterland at Gallagher WayDailyDive into a quintessential Chicago holiday experience by skating around the iconic Wrigley Field as well as enjoying live music, holiday decor, classic holiday movies and more at Winterland at Gallagher Way, November 23-December 31, ... Read More » | Free things to do during Chicago Winter All Day Free things to do during Chicago WinterDailyChicago's winters boast a well-deserved reputation for being brutal. It's true that the wind chill can make a snowman cry but that doesn't mean you can't still enjoy the frozen beauty of the city. When the ... Read More » Free admission for Illinois residents 10:00 am to 9:00 pm Free admission for Illinois residentsWeekly on TuesdayFree Tuesdays at the Museum of Contemporary Art for Illinois residents. Where: Museum of Contemporary Art, 220 E. Chicago Ave., 312-397-4010 When: 10am to 9pm Tuesdays; 10am to 5pm Wednesdays-Sundays; Closed Mondays. Free Tuesdays for Illinois residents with ... Read More » Happy Hour 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm Happy HourWeekly on Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and FridayUnwind and celebrate the end of the work day with food and drink deals at Canal Street Eatery Monday through Friday, 3- 6 p.m. in the bustling West Loop neighborhood. Sip on $8 cocktails like Aperol ... Read More » WInterland at Gallagher Way 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm WInterland at Gallagher WayDailyDive into a quintessential Chicago holiday experience by skating around the iconic Wrigley Field as well as enjoying live music, holiday decor, classic holiday movies and more at Winterland at Gallagher Way, November 23-December 31, ... Read More » |








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