Looking for something fun to do this weekend in Chicago? There are tons of free and cheap events in the city.
Here’s our list of the top free events, discounts, and deals to have fun around town on your Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
There are many diversified events so choose your favorite. Some events may require advance registration, and some may be on a first come first serve basis.
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Phil says
Hyde Park Jazz Fest is this weekend. It’s huge. Surprised there’s no mention of it.
Rosalind Cummings-Yeates says
Hi Phil, The Hyde Park Jazz Fest is certainly posted on the site but for some reason, it didn’t come up for the weekend round up. Thanks for pointing this out, I will investigate.