Shop for fresh produce, flowers and more in the shadow of the iconic Picasso statue at the longest-running market in Chicago, Daley Plaza City Market. The market opens Thursday, May 12,2022 and runs through October 27, 2022, from 7am to 2pm. Located in the heart … [Read more...] about Daley Plaza City Market
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Free and Cheap Spring Events
Spring in Chicago brings slowly rising temperatures and more opportunities to enjoy outdoor activities. This year's spring events include a fun line-up of films, art and design shows and festivals. Sprinkle some variety into the typical spring choices like parks and zoos and consider these … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Spring Events
One of a Kind Spring Show
Get ready for spring by browsing handmade home goods, art, clothing, jewelry, gourmet products and more at the One of a Kind spring show at theMART, April 29-May 1, 2022. Explore the work of over 300 artists and designers from all over North America during the sixth annual spring show. The event … [Read more...] about One of a Kind Spring Show
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Take Free Photos With The Easter Bunny
Commemorate the memories of Easter 2022 with free photos with the Easter Bunny. Hop on down to Lincoln Square's Davis Theater on Saturday, April 2, 2022 and snap complimentary photos with the Easter Bunny from 9-11 am. Breakfast and snacks will be provided and mimosas and Bloody … [Read more...] about Take Free Photos With The Easter Bunny
Revolution Brewing Tours
Revolution Brewing started as a small craft brewery in Logan Square in 2010. The beer and ales quickly developed a following and today the company distributes all over Illinois as well as Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, Wisconsin, Massachusettes, New Jersey and New York. The brewery has … [Read more...] about Revolution Brewing Tours
Free Art Exhibit: Art and Race Matters: The Career of Robert Colescott
Browse through the first retrospective of Robert Colescott, an influential early 20th-century painter who created large-scale works to critique cultural hierarchies and inequality in America. The Chicago Cultural Center hosts the thought-provoking exhibit, Art and Race Matters: The Career of … [Read more...] about Free Art Exhibit: Art and Race Matters: The Career of Robert Colescott
Free Things to Do In March In Chicago
March in Chicago is one of those months that teases us with a hint of warm Spring weather, only to switch back to snow and frigid temps a few days later. The good thing is that there are free things to do indoors that give a hint of sunnier seasons. The Garfield Park Conservatory supplies the … [Read more...] about Free Things to Do In March In Chicago
Visit Garfield Park Conservatory
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Visit Garfield Park Conservatory Where: Garfield Park Conservatory, 300 North Central Park Avenue. 312-746-5100 Programs: 773-638-1766 When: Wednesdays 10am-8pm and Thursday through Sunday 10am-5pm. Ticket reservations required here Reservations are added each day at 9am, Wednesday through … [Read more...] about Visit Garfield Park Conservatory
Free Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Rides
With the quickly falling COVID 19 infection rates and test positivity, Chicago will remove the vaccine and mask requirements for certain public spaces on February 28. To celebrate the lifting of the mandate, Navy Pier will offer free rides on the Centennial Wheel from 11 am-7 … [Read more...] about Free Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Rides
Get $5 Happy Hour Deals at Ema Restaurant
Discover another reason to feel happy at Meditteranean small plate emporium Ema. The River North hot spot provides a happy hour menu of an assortment of mezze, including hummus, crispy potatoes, feta & olives and crispy brussel sprouts, all for $5. The drink selection features craft beer and … [Read more...] about Get $5 Happy Hour Deals at Ema Restaurant
Free museum: DePaul Art Museum
Free museum: DePaul Art Museum Where: DePaul Art Museum, 935 W. Fullerton, 773.325.7506 When: Mon–Tue: Closed, Wed–Th: 11 am–7 pm, Fri–Sun: 11 am–5 pm. DPAM is closed on the following days: Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, (December 25–27), and New Year’s … [Read more...] about Free museum: DePaul Art Museum
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Join Lettuce Entertain You Frequent Diner Club Get $10 Lettuce Entertain You has really good restaurants at all different price points all over the City and many in the suburbs. A great way to save money is to earn points for meals you would have had anyway and then redeem them for free … [Read more...] about Join Lettuce Entertain You Frequent Diner Club Get $10
Help save Navy Pier’s Crystal Garden
Help save Navy Pier's Crystal Garden Navy Pier Chicago has closed the Crystal Gardens off to the public without addressing our concerns. Show them how much we care about maintaining a free, indoor green space for all! The organizers will set up signs at a location near the Pier to … [Read more...] about Help save Navy Pier’s Crystal Garden
Free day at Swedish American Museum
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Free day at Swedish American Museum Where: Swedish American Museum, 5211 N Clark St., (773) 728-8111 When: Free admission the second Tuesday of every month Regular admission: Adults $6; Children/students/seniors $4; Families $15. Members and children under the age of one are … [Read more...] about Free day at Swedish American Museum
