Category: Free Things To Do
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February Free Days at the Field Museum for Illinois Residents
Photo courtesy the Field Museum If you’re looking for free days at the Field Museum of Natural History, you’re in luck! One of the best museums in the country is free for the entire month of February for Illinois residents. Admission for a family of four would normally be around $80, so this is quite […]
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Fortitude and Grit: the Story of Chicago’s Oldest House
The Clarke House Museum tells a remarkable story.
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Seven Luxurious Places to Watch the Chicago Air and Water Show
If you’re going to watch the 2019 Chicago Air and Water Show you don’t have to fight the crowds for blanket space. Instead, make plans to elevate your experience with a buffet on the beach, a picnic in the sky, or a rooftop away from the fray. Below, seven luxurious places to watch the Chicago Air […]
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Chicago Botanic Garden: Everything You Need to Know
The Chicago Botanic Garden is an oasis in the northern Chicago suburb of Glencoe. The 385-acre attraction features over 2.5 million plants that represent nearly 10,000 varieties.
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Adler Planetarium: Everything You Need to Know
Chicago’s Gateway to the Stars
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Lincoln Park Zoo: Everything you need to know
We’ve got your guide on things to do at this popular Chicago attraction.
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Chicago Cultural Center: The People’s Palace
The Chicago Cultural Center is a downtown landmark and one of Chicago’s brightest gems. Known as The People’s Palace, it was the nation’s first free municipal cultural venue, and today its programming in the arts makes it one of the most popular attractions in the city. A Brief History of the Chicago Cultural Center The building was […]
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Free Chicago Events
Check out all of the upcoming free Chicago events and search our interactive calendar by date and location.
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Chicago Shakespeare in the Parks
One of the most popular events of the summer in Chicago is Shakespeare In The Parks. Presented by the Chicago Shakespeare Theater, this free outdoor event tours the city, bringing The Bard to the parks.
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Your Complete Guide to the Taste of Chicago
The Taste of Chicago is the Grand Poobah of free festivals in Chicago. The city packs a ton into five days of food and music. With the inclusion of food trucks and pop-up restaurants, as well as booths from local restaurants, you can pack quite a lot into you! Here’s your complete guide to the Taste […]
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Get Free Tickets to Chicago Events: All Aboard The Comp Train!
Free tickets, anyone?
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Free Workouts in Millennium Park
Chicago’s popular free summer workout in Millennium Park takes place late May through August. Begin your day with a workout on the Great Lawn in front of Pritzker Pavilion.
