The Year of Chicago Dance continues with this month's Elevate Chicago Dance city-wide festival, which runs from October 13-16, 2022. The exciting schedule includes in-person, virtual and hybrid performances mostly free of charge or at affordable prices. Free performances include a day-long … [Read more...] about Elevate Chicago Dance
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Pier Pumpkin Lights
The joys of the Fall season will be on vivid display during Pier Pumpkin Lights at Navy Pier, from October 1-31, 2022. Visitors can experience seven different seasonal installations throughout the pier's 50 acres. Stroll the pier at dusk and gain a striking visual experience with light displays … [Read more...] about Pier Pumpkin Lights
Free Toolbox Dance Performance at Hyde Park Art Center
Toolbox @ Twenty,a new performative exhbit that showcases collaborative work between dancers and visual artists, kicks off with two new dances by experimental dance company The Seldoms on September 24, 2022 at the Hyde Park Art Center. The exhibit will feature performances by … [Read more...] about Free Toolbox Dance Performance at Hyde Park Art Center
Millennium Park Tribute to Curtis Mayfield
Chicago honors our own legendary singer-songwriter, Curtis Mayfield with a Tribute to his Music and Legacy on September 10, 2022. Millennium Park hosts the event which also celebrates the 50th anniversary of the classic "Superfly" album. The line-up will include vocalists, DJs and vocalists … [Read more...] about Millennium Park Tribute to Curtis Mayfield
Labor Day Weekend Events
Labor Day weekend in Chicago brings a frenzy of activities to savor the last days of Summer. Warm weather excursions like boat cruising and beach lounging are always fun but there's also an exciting assortment of festivals, concerts and food events to celebrate the holiday. Check out … [Read more...] about Labor Day Weekend Events
Lincoln Square Greek Fest
Celebrate the end of Summer at Chicago's longest-running festival of Greek culture, Lincon Square Greek Fest, from September 2-5, 2022. Experience the joys of Greek culture in the Lincoln Square neighborhood. Enjoy Greek delicacies like gyros, souvlaki, saganaki and … [Read more...] about Lincoln Square Greek Fest
Chicago Food Truck Festival
Dig into a tasty array of Chicago dishes at the Chicago Food Truck Festival, every Friday at Daley Plaza, through October 7, 2022. Enjoy a rotating line-up of local food trucks in the heart of the Loop. The historic Daley Plaza is the headquarters for the edible goodies of seven food … [Read more...] about Chicago Food Truck Festival
Taste of Italy at World Market
The new Italian shop at World Market Lincoln Park introduces authentic Italian flavors and products to Chicago with a free Taste of Italy event on August 18, 2022. Savor the richness of gourmet Italian brands representing each of Italy's 20 regions during the Taste of Italy event which runs all … [Read more...] about Taste of Italy at World Market
Free fishing Chicago Riverwalk
Free fishing Chicago Riverwalk. When: noon to 6 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays, Sundays starting June 25, 2022. Rain or shine through mid-August. Where: Riverwalk, at at the Jetty south side of river between Franklin and Wells. The Chicago Park … [Read more...] about Free fishing Chicago Riverwalk
Meet Me on The Mile Free Events
The splendor of Michigan Avenue will be in full effect during the return of the Meet Me on The Mile events from August 18, 2022, to October 1, 2022. A full calendar of free cultural, culinary and health-focused happenings will bring even more activity to the Gold Coast … [Read more...] about Meet Me on The Mile Free Events
Free Vintage Market at The Lake House
Explore local vintage vendors and artisans at the Lake House Vintage Market, a special Summer pop-up experience at Fairmont Chicago. Celebrate late Summer evenings with shopping and lovely views of Millennium Park on August 10 and September 14, 2022. Browse through vintage home decor, … [Read more...] about Free Vintage Market at The Lake House
Free Tuesdays at Museum of Contemporary Art
Free 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 proof of residency are back … [Read more...] about Free Tuesdays at Museum of Contemporary Art
Free fireworks Wednesday nights at Navy Pier
Free fireworks Wednesday nights at Navy Pier. About the Navy Pier Fireworks Navy Pier is the destination for spectacular FREE Chicago fireworks synchronized to blasting music on Lake Michigan. The twice weekly fireworks shows are all summer long from Memorial Day weekend through Labor … [Read more...] about Free fireworks Wednesday nights at Navy Pier
Here’s the deal on free day at Museum of Science and Industry
Here's the deal on free day at Museum of Science and Industry. Here's what you get (and don't get) at the Museum of Science and Industry, 5700 S Lake Shore Dr., 773-684-1414 on free day. All free museum days. Remaining 2022 free days for Illinois residents that have been … [Read more...] about Here’s the deal on free day at Museum of Science and Industry
Celebrate Mandela Day at Nando’s With Free Chicken and Chips
South African restaurant Nando's Peri Peri honors the memory of former president and anti-apartheid activist Nelson Mandela with a day of giving on Mandela Day, July 18. 2022. All Nando's restaurants are celebrating Mandela Day by serving their signature meal of a quarter of a … [Read more...] about Celebrate Mandela Day at Nando’s With Free Chicken and Chips
