• LatiNxt Music Festival

    Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

    This free two-day festival will feature a variety of cutting-edge music from the Latin American diaspora with a focus on new musical trends. Music performances will take place at Navy Pier’s Lake Stage, Beer Garden, and Wave Wall with an array of artisan vendors. The LatiNxt Festival is curated by Future Rootz, a collective of Latinx musicians, artists,...

    Free
  • Bud Billiken Parade

    Bronzeville heads south down King Drive and ends at Garfield Blvd./Elsworth Dr. & 55th St, Chicago, IL, United States

    This historic parade is the second largest parade in the United States, and the largest black parade in the world.  It's an important celebration of music, food, dance and laughter in the African American community. It marks the beginning of the school year, and over $25,000 in scholarships is awarded to applicants, and 100,000 school...

    Free
  • Printers Row Art Fest

    Printers Row 637 S. Dearborn, Chicago, IL, United States

    "90 juried artists from near and far! While strolling the show you’ll see incredible art from painters, street artists, jewelers, up-cycling artists, photographers, woodworkers, sculptors and more – at all price points! There’ll be lots of live music and local restaurants, cafes and bars will offer a multitude of eating and drinking options. The gorgeous...

    Free
  • Burr Ridge Art Fair

    Village Center 701 Village Center Dr, Burr Ridge, IL, United States

    "The Burr Ridge Art Fair takes place at Village Center, a beautiful upscale lifestyle venue combining high-end living with stores and restaurants. Juried artists from around the country will be showcasing their work at all price points and mediums including paintings, flat arts, jewelry, furniture, ceramics, wearables, fashion, accessories, 3D art pieces, sculptures and more....

    Free
  • Veggie Fest

    Danada South Park Navistar Cir, Lisle, United States

    Head to Veggie Fest for: Delicious Plant-Based Delights Live Music & Entertainment Children’s Activities Cooking Demos  Inspiring Speakers Wellness Workshops Eco-Marketplace  Exciting Games & Crafts

    Free
  • Northalsted Market Days

    Northalsted Halsted Street from Addison to Grace St., Chicago, IL, United States

    Northalsted Market Days® is a weekend long, live music street festival celebrating community in Chicago’s landmark Northalsted/Lakeview neighborhood. The 1/2 mile long summer festival features all-day lineups of live music on 5 stages, 250+ vendors, food and drink, dance exhibitions, drag performance, and more! $20 Suggested Donation – All Ages – Your donation helps pay...

    $20
  • Pokemon Go White Sox Game

    Guaranteed Rate Field 333 W 35th St, Chicago, IL 60616, Chicago, IL, United States

    Get ready to unleash your inner Poké-trainer at Pokémon Go Night! The co-branded White Sox/Pokémon Go shirt is no longer available. You still have the ability to purchase discounted tickets. If you have any questions or would like to purchase 10 or more tickets, or any party areas, please contact Allie Klima at (312) 674-5383...

    $38
  • Wiggleworms/Movie at Gallagher Way

    Gallagher Way 3635 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United States

    Chicago's famous Wiggleworms from the Old Town School of Folk Music are back with free performances at Gallagher Way.  There will be music, movement, bubbles, and plenty of fun for kids and parents! Each week will feature different performers and a different kids' movie will play after the performance. Artist: Shanta Nurullah & Zahra Baker...

    Free
  • Free Admission for Illinois Residents at the Museum of Contemporary Art

    Museum of Contemporary Art 220 E Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

    Illinois Residents receive FREE admission to the Museum of Contemporary Art. Usual Rates: Adults: $22 Students, teachers, and anyone 65+: $14 Note: Anyone under 18 is always FREE   The following Discounts always apply as well: $3 tickets for up to six individuals when visitors present their LINK (EBT) Card as part of the Museums...

    Free
  • FREE Resident Evening at the Shedd Aquarium

    Shedd Aquarium 1200 S DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, United States

    The Shedd Aquarium will be FREE for Illinois Residents on select evenings from 5pm-9pm with last entry at 7:00pm. Advanced tickets are required, so make your reservations soon!

    Free
  • Rockin’ in the Park

    Parkway Bank Park 5501 Park Pl, Rosemont, Illinois

    Ticket to the Moon, an ELO cover band, is performing Musical fireworks tonight after the show. All “Rockin’ in the Park” concerts will run from 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. Admission to “Rockin’ in the Park” is free. Outside food and coolers are prohibited. Parking is available at the Parkway Bank Park parking garage and...

    Free
  • Free Resident Day at the Field Museum

    Free Resident Day at the Field Museum

    Field Museum 1400 S Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

    "Free Admission Days are the perfect opportunity for Illinois residents to explore our general admission exhibitions with your family or a group of science-loving friends. Or, use these days to check out special ticketed exhibitions or a 3D movie with a discounted Discovery or All-Access Pass. Tickets for Free Days are only available to Illinois...

    Free
  • Art After Dark

    Art After Dark

    Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N Central Park Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

    "Join GPCA’s Nature Educators on Wednesday evenings to explore and discover together! This program runs every week from 4-7:30pm. This free, drop in program is designed for kids and families ages 4 and up. Activities will follow themes of nature and science, but with a special focus on learning, processing, and making personal connections to...

    FREE
  • Wild Wednesdays

    Wild Wednesdays

    Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N Central Park Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

    "Wild Wednesdays are back for the season at Garfield Park Conservatory! Join Family Programs staff outdoors in Play and Grow Garden for free, drop-in activities, such as fort building, bug hunts, chalk drawing, and more! Find us every Wednesday evening from 4:00-7:30 pm. Just head outside through our Desert House doors and follow the giant...

    FREE
  • FREE Adler at Night Admission for Illinois Residents

    FREE Adler at Night Admission for Illinois Residents

    Adler Planetarium 1300 S Dusable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL, United States

    "Every Wednesday night we are open late, and free for Illinois residents! Join us after work, school or for date night at the Adler Planetarium you’ll find hands-on, minds-on activities, experiences, and shows about the universe that will blow your mind! Wednesday tickets include entry to the museum at one of the designated entry times,...

    Free
  • Highwood Garlic Fest

    Everts Park 111 North Ave, Highwood, IL, United States

    "Held in conjunction with Highwood’s Evening Gourmet Market, this foodie fest showcases a plethora of dishes with the ever-popular taste (and scent) of garlic, with a garlic trivia contest, garlic tattoos and hennas, live music and plenty of family-friendly activities to entertain all evening long.  Not to worry, there will be loads of mints on...

    Free
  • Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest

    Rogers Part Art Festival Grounds 6900 N Glenwood Ave / 1400 W Morse Ave., Chicago

    For over twenty years, The Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest (GAAF) has presented a free, weekend-long arts festival featuring over 100 artist booths, open studios, and live entertainment on outdoor stages.  Attendees view and purchase handmade artworks directly from the creators.  The Fest brings free live music, performances and art demonstrations — along with street food and craft beer from local...

    Free
  • Naper Nights

    Naper Settlement 523 S Webster St, Naperville, IL, United States

    Eat, drink, dance, and hear the best tribute bands perform your favorite hits of different genres! Adults $20, Kids 4-12: $15 August 15 Widespread Panic, Grateful Dead, & Phish Tribute Bears Gone Phishin' | 8-10 PM String Cheese Incident Tribute Cream Cheese Accident | 6-7:30 PM August 16 Wilco Tribute Wilclone | 8-10 PM Great...

    $4 – $15