Every year, Chicago honors the Lunar New Year with parades and festivities. February 10, 2024, marks the Lunar New Year of the Horse 4724. Celebrate the excitement and colors of the Lunar New Year at the Chicago Chinatown Lunar New Year Parade on March 1, 2026. Get ready … [Read more...] about Chicago Chinatown Lunar New Year Parade
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Chicago Argyle Lunar New Year Celebration
The Uptown neighborhood celebrates its 41-year tradition of honoring the Lunar New Year with the Argyle New Year Celebration on February 21, 2026. The festivities include a colorful parade, family fun activities, an art walk and restaurant offerings. March on down to honor the … [Read more...] about Chicago Argyle Lunar New Year Celebration
Chicago Black History Month Events
Black History Month is an anticipated annual event that was started in 1915 in Chicago by Carter G, Woodson and it continues to be an important avenue for celebrating African American achievements across the country. Chicago’s extensive African American cultural … [Read more...] about Chicago Black History Month Events
Celebrate Chicago Black Restaurant Week Deals
Chicago is home to an exciting range of award-winning restaurants and eateries that make this city a recognized foodie capital. And while lots of food fans look forward to Chicago Restaurant Week, the city also hosts Chicago Black Restaurant Week from February 8-22, 2026. Munch … [Read more...] about Celebrate Chicago Black Restaurant Week Deals
Celebrate Carnivale at Navy Pier
Carnival season brings parties, parades and all-out revelry in many countries around the world and this year, Chicago hosts Global Connections: International Carnivale at Navy Pier on February 7, 2026, from 12-5 PM. Dance on down to Navy Pier's Grand Ballroom and participate in free … [Read more...] about Celebrate Carnivale at Navy Pier
Chicago Travel & Adventure Show Discount Tickets
The travel industry has definitely changed over the last few years. Deciding how, where and when to travel has grown more complex, especially with the pandemic and various travel restrictions. Head to the Chicago Travel & Adventure Show for resources, discounts and ideas about your next vacation … [Read more...] about Chicago Travel & Adventure Show Discount Tickets
Free Black History Concert at Auditorium Theatre
Experience the musical journey of the Black Diaspora during the thrilling Black History Month concert series: "Black History Concert Series: Voices of 'Ase: Afrofuturism II" by Uniting Voices Choir on February 24, 2026. The free concerts honor the tradition of Afrofuturism, which … [Read more...] about Free Black History Concert at Auditorium Theatre
National Day of Racial Healing Free Events
Spend the evening creating collective restoration during an engaging program of storytelling, discussions and healing during the 10th annual National Day of Racial Healing, on January 20, 2026. Connect with this year's theme of "We Carry The Light" by sharing a story, poem, song or … [Read more...] about National Day of Racial Healing Free Events
Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival Free Events
Dive into the fanciful world of puppetry at the Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival, which presents master puppeteers from around the world in an array of performances throughout the city. The fest hosts over 100 events in 12 days. Performance tickets range from $15-$48 but the … [Read more...] about Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival Free Events
Free and Cheap Martin Luther King Day Chicago Events
Martin Luther King Jr. Day offers opportunities to celebrate the legacy of Dr. King by supporting racial justice causes, giving back to the community, and attending events that reflect his fight for equality and civil rights. Chicago boasts a particular connection with the icon because it was … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Martin Luther King Day Chicago Events
Free Polar Adventure Days
Explore the natural beauty of the winter season during the annual Polar Adventure Days on January 24, 2026. Bundle up and enjoy the chilly fun on the 119 acres of Northerly Island Park, located along the shoreline of Lake Michigan. Connect with nature during a day of … [Read more...] about Free Polar Adventure Days
2026 Free Chicago Museum Days
Chicago boasts an impressive number of acclaimed museums and cultural institutions. All across the city, there are museums to document the history and culture of various people, topics, and interests. Most of these public institutions feature free days at certain times of the year. Check out our … [Read more...] about 2026 Free Chicago Museum Days
