It’s time to get the grocery list ready for Thanksgiving 2026! The festive feast can be expensive for many families. That’s why bargain hunters are quick to gobble up any savings they can find on all of the holiday meal’s essentials — … [Read More...]
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Winter WonderFest at Navy Pier
Enjoy all that's jolly and bright during the festive season at the beloved Winter Wonderfest at Navy Pier. Slide, skate, ride and soak up holiday fun at this indoor fest from November 27, 2026, to January 3, 2027. Head to Navy … [Read More...]
Winterland at Gallagher Way
Dive into a quintessential Chicago holiday experience by skating around the iconic Wrigley Field as well as enjoying live music, holiday decor, classic holiday movies and more at Winterland at Gallagher Way, November 20-December 31, … [Read More...]
Veterans Day freebies and deals 2026
Thank you for your service. Everyone wants to thank veterans and active military members for their courage and sacrifice. And many restaurants and businesses show their appreciation on Veterans Day with a FREE or discounted meal or service on Nov. … [Read More...]
Millennium Park Holiday Tree Lighting
The beloved Chicago holiday tradition of lighting the City of Chicago Christmas tree that towers over Millennium Park will kick off on November 20, 2026. This live event will fill Millennium Park with music, fireworks and thousands of twinkling … [Read More...]
Free and cheap things to do this weekend in Chicago
Looking for something fun to do this weekend in Chicago? There are tons of free and cheap events in the city. Here’s our list of the top free events, discounts, and deals to have fun around town on your Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. There are … [Read More...]
McCormick Tribune Ice Rink
Glide under the sparkling beauty of the Chicago skyline at the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink in Millennium Park. The free rink is open from November 20, 2026, through January 31, 2027, weather permitting. Whirling around the McCormick Tribune Ice … [Read More...]
Black Harvest Film Fest
Celebrate Chicago's significant role in Black filmmaking and visit the 32nd annual Black Harvest Film Festival showcase of Black film across the Diaspora from November 6-15, 2026, at the Gene Siskel Film Center. View an exciting range of … [Read More...]
Chicago’s Christkindlmarket
You don't need to travel to visit a charming European Christmas market because Chicago hosts the most authentic European holiday market outside of Europe. Christkindlmarket brings the sights, scents and sounds of a German holiday market to … [Read More...]
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Free and cheap things to do this weekend in Chicago
Looking for something fun to do this weekend in Chicago? There are tons of free and cheap events in the city. Here’s … [Read More...]
Get Free Stuff on Your Birthday
It's your special day so you deserve a gift. Lots of companies offer free stuff for your birthday. In some cases, … [Read More...]
Free or cheap things to do in Chicago this week
If you’re looking for a way to entertain yourself, your family and your friends in Chicago without spending a lot of … [Read More...]
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Free Days
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Free Days Where: Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, 2430 North Cannon Drive, … [Read More...]
