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Fine Arts Building 125th Anniversary Celebration

Chicago's landmark artist's haven which boasts 10 floors of art studios and performance spaces, celebrates 125 years as the "heartbeat of arts and culture in America" with the Fine Arts Building 125th Anniversary Celebration on October 13, 2023. A home for art in all forms, the historic Fine Arts … [Read more...] about Fine Arts Building 125th Anniversary Celebration

Maxwell Street Market

There's no Chicago market more iconic than Maxwell Street Market. This year, the market runs every Sunday through October 29, 2023, 9 am -3 pm. Open since 1912, this bustling marketplace is much more than just a place to shop, it's a Chicago cultural mecca. Maxwell Street was where Chicago … [Read more...] about Maxwell Street Market

German-American Fest Chicago

Celebrate German heritage in all its forms including dance, music, food at the annual German-American Fest on September 8-10,2023 in the Lincoln Square neighborhood. Commemorating 100 years of German traditions, the German American Fest features the Von Steuben Day Parade on September 9 … [Read more...] about German-American Fest Chicago

Free Chicago Shakespeare in the Parks

Grab a blanket or chair, pack a picnic and head to parks all over the city for the beloved annual Chicago Shakespeare in the Parks. This year's pop-up events will mix popular music and interdisciplinary art with scenes and speeches from Shakespeare's plays that explore how we can all be heroes … [Read more...] about Free Chicago Shakespeare in the Parks

View $2 Kid Flicks All Summer at Regal Cinema’s Summer Movie Express

Entertain the kiddies all summer long with budget-priced, family-friendly movies at Regal Summer Movie Express promotion, which offers $2 tickets from June 13-August 16 2023. Every Tuesday and Wednesday during the promotion, the first movie of the day will cost $2 and when you join the free Regal … [Read more...] about View $2 Kid Flicks All Summer at Regal Cinema’s Summer Movie Express

Free Hyde Park Art Center Days

The creative fun of art making, exhibit tours, workshops and artist talks returns with the free quarterly event, Hyde Park Art Center Days, on April 22, 2023. This family-friendly program offers art-centered activities for the whole family. This season's installment features artmaking using tin … [Read more...] about Free Hyde Park Art Center Days

Easter Egg-Stravaganza at Lincoln Park Zoo

Celebrate Easter and spring at Lincoln Park Zoo for the annual Easter Egg-Stravaganza on Saturday, April 8, 2023. Connect with furry friends and experience Easter traditions at this beloved event. The exciting activities will run from 8 am to noon and include multiple egg hunts for … [Read more...] about Easter Egg-Stravaganza at Lincoln Park Zoo

South Loop Easter Egg Hunt

Head to the Chicago Women's Park in the Prairie District for an outdoor egg hunt and other festivities during the South Loop Easter Egg Hunt on April 8, 2023. Prepare for springtime fun with an easter hunt for over 15,000 eggs, a petting zoo, face painting, arts and crafts, pinatas, and sports … [Read more...] about South Loop Easter Egg Hunt

Free Easter Egg Hunt at NewCity

Hop on down to the NewCity complex for the third annual Easter Egg Hunt, "NewCity and the Chocolate Factory" on April 1. 2023. This free event is open to children under 16. Step into a world of pure imagination with over 20,000 eggs stuffed with candy and toys, music, face painting, a candy … [Read more...] about Free Easter Egg Hunt at NewCity

Sor Juana Festival Events

The annual Sor Juana Festival honors the historic Mexican writer, feminist and nun, Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz with a dynamic line-up of artists, writers and singers at the National Museum of Mexican Art through May 13, 2023. Check out some of the exciting free … [Read more...] about Sor Juana Festival Events

New Interactive Art Installation at Navy Pier

Stroll through glowing reflections that mimic planetary and solar movements at the new art installation, "Solstice" at Navy Pier. The free exhibit creates a new audio-visual reality with sound, light, AI and projections through April 16, 2023. Using large-scale sculptures and audiovisual … [Read more...] about New Interactive Art Installation at Navy Pier

St. Patrick’s Day at Gallagher Way

It's the green season again! Chicago's Irish pride runs deep and there's no better way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day than at the free St. Patrick's Day events at Gallagher Way on March 12.2023. The festivities include activities for ages during this family-friendly celebration. Kick off the fun … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Day at Gallagher Way