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
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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
Bucktown Arts Fest Aug 27-28, 2022
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2022 Bucktown Arts Fest dates announced: Aug. 27-28 Details to come. 2021 information Bucktown Arts Fest Aug 24-25 Where: 2200 N Oakley, across from Holstein Park When: August 24-25, 2019, 11am to 7pm Admission: … [Read more...] about Bucktown Arts Fest Aug 27-28, 2022
Free Kemps Moose Tracks Ice Cream
Enjoying cool and creamy ice cream is a summertime essential and Kemps Ice Cream just made the experience a little sweeter. 10,000 scoops of Kemps Moose Tracks Ice Cream will be served up to help raise money for the Greater Chicago Food Depository on July 26, 2022. In the ultimate ice cream … [Read more...] about Free Kemps Moose Tracks Ice Cream
21c Museum Hotel Hosts Art of Music Events
July just got even hotter with innovative music events at 21c Museum Hotel Chicago. The hotel hosts free "Art of Music" performances on July 14 and July 27, 2022. Guests are invited to connect with the hotel's curated artworks as well as the special "Art of Music " series. The Matt Jarosch … [Read more...] about 21c Museum Hotel Hosts Art of Music Events
Harper Court Summer Music Series
Hyde Park sizzles in the summer and the neighborhood will get even more energized during the Harper Court Summer Music Series, set for July 7 and August 4, 2022. A summer tradition since 2015, the free outdoor concerts feature local musicians and bring a festive sense of community to Hyde … [Read more...] about Harper Court Summer Music Series
Best Restaurants to View Fireworks All Summer Long
Summertime in Chicago means soaking up the sun and enjoying all the street fests, outdoor concerts, sidewalk cafes and events that the city has to offer. Fireworks are another Chicago summer hallmark, not just on the fourth of July but all summer long. Navy Pier hosts an exciting fireworks display … [Read more...] about Best Restaurants to View Fireworks All Summer Long
Rogers Park Music & Art Fest
Celebrate the creativity and diversity of Rogers Park musicians and artists at the Rogers Park Music & Art Fest, July 8-9, 2022. Soak up the high energy and enjoy one of the most diverse neighborhoods in Chicago. Formerly known as the Flatts and Sharpe Music Fest, this free event … [Read more...] about Rogers Park Music & Art Fest
HotHouse Jazz Fest
The influential Chicago performance and exhibition center, Hothouse, celebrates 35 years with a day-long, free jazz festival and spoken word performance on Saturday, July 23, 2022. Since 1987, Hothouse has presented acclaimed international artists including Afro-Peruvian singer Suzana … [Read more...] about HotHouse Jazz Fest
Roscoe Village Burger Fest
Chicagoans love chowing down on burgers and there's no better place to compare grilling skills than at the annual Roscoe Village Burger Fest. This year's event is scheduled for July15-17, 2022 and promises some mouth-watering eats. Visitors can taste a wide array of burgers with … [Read more...] about Roscoe Village Burger Fest
$5 Summer Happy Hour Menu at Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
Summer just got a little sweeter with the $5 Summer Happy Hour menu at Bar 104 in the Chicago Firehouse Restaurant. Head to this historic restaurant Tuesday-Friday, 4:30-5:30 pm for this exciting deal. Choose from a sophisticated menu of oysters on the half shell, lobster bisque, … [Read more...] about $5 Summer Happy Hour Menu at Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
Barrio Arts Festival
The signature festival of the National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture, the Barrio Arts Fest, returns to Humboldt Park on July 9-10,2022. Immerse yourself in the richness of Puerto Rican culture during this highly anticipated free festival on the grounds of the museum. Dance … [Read more...] about Barrio Arts Festival
Free Open Mic Tickets at The Comedy Bar
Everyone enjoys laughing but there's an extra excitement when you get to laugh for free at a comedy club. The Comedy Bar offers free open-mic tickets on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays through September 1, 2022. Enjoy emerging stand-up comedians at The Comedy Bar's sleek Gold Coast space, which … [Read more...] about Free Open Mic Tickets at The Comedy Bar
