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Awesome Deal at Buca di Beppo – Like Getting $100 Free!
How about a great deal on dinner at Buca di Beppo?Right now, you can get a $50 Buca di Beppo eGift Card plus a $100 Restaurant.com eGift Card -- $150 worth of value for just $50 through Feb 28 or while supplies last (these usually sell out … [More...]
Sale: Save 15% on Apple iTunes Gift Card
For a limited time, you can save 15% on Apple iTunes Gift Card and get free shipping. Get 15% more music as a $50 iTunes card drops to $42.50. When purchasing, you have the option of choosing physical cards or digital delivery, and there's no … [More...]
Free Slow Food Chicago Meeting – Feb 26
Come on out on February 26 in Chicago for Slow Food Chicago's Annual Meeting at the Peggy Notebaert Museum 2 -4pm.Slow Food Chicago is looking forward to an exciting 2012, with several new initiatives in the works and the international … [More...]
Free Heart Health Screenings Nationwide – Feb 11
In honor of American Heart Month, Sam’s Club announced it will be hosting free heart health screenings on Feb. 11 at all locations with a pharmacy. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., members and guests can receive total cholesterol, HDL, glucose, body … [More...]
Free Chicago Business Workshops – Feb 2012
The City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs & Consumer Protection (BACP) continues to offer FREE business workshops every Wednesday and Friday at City Hall, 8th Floor. The February calendar focuses on how to start and grow your … [More...]
Free Cooking Classes in the Chicago Area – Feb 12
It's time to take a free cooking technique class in 2012! Enjoy the winter with Williams-Sonoma Technique Classes and be inspired! Learn fresh menu ideas with winter vegetables, healthy recipes for family dinners, and both classic and new … [More...]
Free UFC Trading Cards
Right now, you can receive one Free UFC Topps Moment of Truth trading card. Please do not ask which card you are going to get because it is going to be random. Whenever you open a box of cards, you should always be excited with anticipation. … [More...]
Free Weekend in Chicago at Chemistry.com – Feb 10-12
Check out the Free Communication Weekend at Chemistry.com from 2/10 - 2/12!. Online dating site Chemistry.com was created to bring together singles that are looking for ways to discover if true chemistry exists before meeting on the first date. … [More...]
CSO Unveils New Season – Free Millennium Park Concert Set for Sept 21
Chicago Symphony Orchestra's music director, Riccardo Muti unveiled details of his third season this week with the CSO's 2012-13 season set to open Sept. 20 at Symphony Center/Orchestra Hall, followed the next night by a free concert at … [More...]
The New ‘Free Things to Do in Chicago’ Email Newsletter is Almost Here
We've had a few bumps in the road at FREE THINGS TO DO IN CHICAGO but we are almost ready to move from Google Feedburner to a new daily email provider, AWeber, in the next week. This will allow us to focus on more stories of interest for our … [More...]
Experts Weigh in on Best Free Apps for Smartphones
CBS 2’s Dorothy Tucker’s got the scoop on the top free smartphone apps to help you with food, fitness, finance and fun if you’ve got a smart phone. While there are lots of apps to choose from, which ones are the best?. “What I look for … [More...]
Free Class on Baby Car Seats in Chicago – Feb 14 or Feb 28
One of the very first important decisions you will make as a parent is a car safety seat for your new arrival. Yet statistics show that up to 90 percent of car seats are installed incorrectly. Soon to be moms and dads are invited to take … [More...]
Black History Month: Free Admission Sundays at Chicago’s DuSable Museum
Come out on Sundays in February to celebrate Black History Month and enjoy for FREE the DuSable Museum of African-American History in Chicago, the oldest continuously operating museum of African-American history in the country. The DuSable is … [More...]
Summary Listing of Groupons Latest Daily Deals in Chicago – Feb 6
Chicago daily deals are impossible to keep track of, and who wants all those daily email updates? Here’s a list of just the best current Chicago daily deals from Groupon. And the best thing is you don’t have to sign up for anything to browse … [More...]
Free 2012 LEGO Event for Kids: Build a Free Mini Hockey Player – Feb 7
Free LEGOs in February! Need to get the kids out of the house? Bring your kids after 5 pm on Tuesday February 7, 2012 to the free monthly LEGO mini-model build at any of the LEGO stores and take home a free mini-model that your child has … [More...]
Free Movie in Chicago Area: Casablanca – Feb 9
A&O Films presents the Oscar-winning Casablanca starring Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman. The 1942 classic directed by Michael Curtiz is free on Thursday, February 9 at 7:00 pm at Evanston’s Block Cinema on 40 Arts Circle Drive. … [More...]
Free Sound and Video Performance at Chicago’s Bean (Cloud Gate) – Feb 10-21
Make sure to check out the new video and sound installation in February 2012 by Chicago artists Luftwerk. Entitled “Luminous Field,” the installation, created specifically for Millennium Park, which will bathe the Cloud Gate sculpture and … [More...]
Things to Do in Chicago: Free Museums This Week!
This is a stellar week for free museums in Chicago. The Art Institute continues to offer free weekday admission until Feb 10 while the Adler Planetarium offers free admission from Feb 6-9. In addition, this is free admission month at the … [More...]
Coupons/Deals
Awesome Deal at Buca di Beppo – Like Getting $100 Free!
How about a great deal on dinner at Buca di Beppo?Right now, you can get a $50 Buca di Beppo … [Read More...]
Free Heart Health Screenings Nationwide – Feb 11
In honor of American Heart Month, Sam’s Club announced it will be hosting free heart health … [Read More...]
Free Cooking Classes in the Chicago Area – Feb 12
It's time to take a free cooking technique class in 2012! Enjoy the winter with Williams-Sonoma … [Read More...]
Free UFC Trading Cards
Right now, you can receive one Free UFC Topps Moment of Truth trading card. Please do not ask which … [Read More...]
Free Weekend in Chicago at Chemistry.com – Feb 10-12
Check out the Free Communication Weekend at Chemistry.com from 2/10 - 2/12!. Online dating site … [Read More...]
Children’s Events
Free Class on Baby Car Seats in Chicago – Feb 14 or Feb 28
One of the very first important decisions you will make as a parent is a car safety seat for your … [Read More...]
Free 2012 LEGO Event for Kids: Build a Free Mini Hockey Player – Feb 7
Free LEGOs in February! Need to get the kids out of the house? Bring your kids after 5 pm on Tuesday … [Read More...]
Get a Dozen FREE Doughnuts with Purchase – To Feb 14
Who is in the mood for a Valentines yummy? Available through February 14, Krispy Kreme is … [Read More...]
Free Light Show at the Bean in Millennium Park – Feb 2012
Luminous Field, an unprecedented site-specific video and sound installation by the Chicago-based … [Read More...]
Free Admission Days in Jan-Feb at Brookfield Zoo Near Chicago
Visit with the animals of Brookfield Zoo on the zoo's upcoming free-admission days. You'll get FREE … [Read More...]
Free Museums
Black History Month: Free Admission Sundays at Chicago’s DuSable Museum
Come out on Sundays in February to celebrate Black History Month and enjoy for FREE the DuSable Museum of African-American History in Chicago, the oldest continuously operating museum of African-American history in the country. The DuSable is … [Read More...]
Free Movie in Chicago Area: Casablanca – Feb 9
A&O Films presents the Oscar-winning Casablanca starring Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman. The 1942 classic directed by Michael Curtiz is free on Thursday, February 9 at 7:00 pm at Evanston’s Block Cinema on 40 Arts Circle Drive. … [Read More...]
Things to Do in Chicago: Free Museums This Week!
This is a stellar week for free museums in Chicago. The Art Institute continues to offer free weekday admission until Feb 10 while the Adler Planetarium offers free admission from Feb 6-9. In addition, this is free admission month at the … [Read More...]
Free Chicago Museums – February 2012
Enjoy some excellent free days in February 2012 at Chicago Museums! There are lots of free days at Chicago museums in February 2012, including the Shedd Aquarium, the Field Museum, the Museum of Contemporary Art and the Art Institute of … [Read More...]
Free Admission Days in Jan-Feb at Brookfield Zoo Near Chicago
Visit with the animals of Brookfield Zoo on the zoo's upcoming free-admission days. You'll get FREE admission from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays during January and February! (Indoor animal exhibits close one … [Read More...]
Free Theater
Free Theater in Chicago – Jan 18 and Jan 25
Theater of War Productions, a social impact company that presents readings of ancient Greek plays, … [Read More...]
Sponsor: Chicago’s Provision Theater Launches “The Foreigner” Feb 4 – Mar 18
Provision Theater Company at 1001 West Roosevelt Road in Chicago will be producing THE FOREIGNER by … [Read More...]
Free Theater in Chicago – To Jan 15
Gift Theatre Company, the smallest Equity troupe in Chicago, celebrates a decade on the edge with … [Read More...]
Sponsor: Last 2 Days to See #1 Chicago Theater Pick
The number one theater pick this week by Hot Tix in Chicago is......THE CHRISTMAS MIRACLE OF … [Read More...]
Sponsor: Strong Chicago Theater Reviews for Provision Theater’s “The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey”
One of our sponsors, Provision Theater Company presents the “The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan … [Read More...]
Free Comedy
Free Stand Up Comedy in Chicago – August 7
Come on out on Sunday for some FREE Stand-Up Comedy Open Mic in Schubas' Upstairs Lounge in Chicago! … [Read More...]
Free Night of ComedySportz in Chicago Every Wednesday – To Aug 24
Come on out on Wednesdays for a free night of ComedySportz in Chicago as you get to see students … [Read More...]
Free Comedy Shows in Chicago
Are you looking for some free comedy in Chicago to brighten your spirits? Why not check out either … [Read More...]
Free Daily Comedy Clips in Chicago from Jerry Seinfeld
Jerry Seinfeld has launched his personal website, www.jerryseinfeld.com, offering fans free daily … [Read More...]
Free Comedy in Chicago – You, Me, Them, Everybody – April 24
Come out and enjoy Brandon Wetherbee and Esmeralda Leon, who will be the hosts of a live talk show … [Read More...]
Free Concerts
CSO Unveils New Season – Free Millennium Park Concert Set for Sept 21
Chicago Symphony Orchestra's music director, Riccardo Muti unveiled details of his third season this week with the CSO's 2012-13 season set to open Sept. 20 at Symphony Center/Orchestra Hall, followed the next night by a free concert at … [Read More...]
Free Super Bowl Party at Empty Bottle – Feb 5
For those of you not terribly interested in any sporting events that might be happening this weekend, Gapers Block has the line on a free Super Bowl party on Sunday at the Empty Bottle for the music fans! The band scheduled to play is … [Read More...]
Free Opening Day Summerfest Concert Tickets
Summerfest is offering a free general admission opening day ticket to Summerfest 2012. That's the best offer we've seen for this event since 2010. Summerfest is an 11-day music festival that runs from June 27 to July 8 in Milwaukee, WI. (click … [Read More...]
Lots of Free Museums, Events, Concerts and More In Chicago and Suburbs
If you are looking for something to do in Chicago, we have got 'em all at FREE THINGS TO DO IN CHICAGO! CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION … [Read More...]
Sing All the Beatles Songs in Chicago! Jan 21-22 ($10)
Join in the celebration of the opening of the new Old Town School of Folk Music performance space in Chicago, The Old Town School of Folk Music presents a two-day performance of the complete Beatles catalog. Two days of the Fab Four in the … [Read More...]
Free Food & Drinks
Awesome Deal at Buca di Beppo – Like Getting $100 Free!
How about a great deal on dinner at Buca di Beppo?Right now, you can get a $50 Buca di Beppo … [Read More...]
Free Cooking Classes in the Chicago Area – Feb 12
It's time to take a free cooking technique class in 2012! Enjoy the winter with Williams-Sonoma … [Read More...]
Free Food Alert: Free Onion Rings Today in Chicago Area
Stop in this weekend to get free Burger King onion rings on February 4 & 5. Burger King is … [Read More...]
Get a Dozen FREE Doughnuts with Purchase – To Feb 14
Who is in the mood for a Valentines yummy? Available through February 14, Krispy Kreme is … [Read More...]
Free Chicago Museums – February 2012
Enjoy some excellent free days in February 2012 at Chicago Museums! There are lots of free days at … [Read More...]
Free Arts Events
Free Admission: The Art of Printmaking in Chicago – Jan 27 – April 30
In conjunction with the Polish printmaking exhibition at the Chicago Cultural Center, this show … [Read More...]
Free Admission to Art Institute of Chicago – Weekdays to Feb 10
Did you know that the Art Institute of Chicago offers Free Winter Weekdays? Daily admission to the … [Read More...]
Free Artisans Holiday Art Spree – Get Handmade Gifts in Chicago – Dec 14-16
The Illinois Artisans Program is hosting its Holiday Art Spree Dec. 14-16 in the Thompson Center … [Read More...]
Free Admission to Chicago Museums — Nov 28-Dec 4
It's shaping up for a big week for free days at Chicago museums from November 28-December 4, 2011 … [Read More...]
Free Bucktown Bazaar in Chicago – Nov 26-27
Start and maybe finish your holiday shopping at the FREE Bucktown Bazaar for everyone on your list. … [Read More...]
Free Festivals
2012 Free Taste of Chicago Shortened – July 11-15
One of the great free Chicago summer traditions, the Taste of Chicago (Chicago's annual foodie festival) will undergo big changes in 2012 and be shortened to five days instead of the historical ten days. In addition, the start of the Taste will … [Read More...]
Enjoy Visiting the Free Christkindlmarket in Chicago this Christmas Season
Make sure to take in the Chicago Christkindl Market in Daley Plaza this Christmas season from Nov 23 to Dec 24, 2011. The red-and-white-striped huts of the free Christkindlmarket in Daley Plaza invite holiday shoppers to take a virtual trip … [Read More...]
Free Admission to Germany’s Oktoberfest at Chicago’s Navy Pier
Traditional and modern Germany meet at Navy Pier!Germany's Best & Oktoberfest combines an authentic Oktoberfest featuring German food and drinks with exhibits and programs portraying modern Germany in the areas of business, culture, … [Read More...]
Free Family Fun: Cantigny Fall Festival – Oct 8
The free Cantigny Fall Festival, in Wheaton, a Chicago suburb, one of the park’s most popular annual events, will take place Saturday, October 8 (click at bottom for more info). Festival hours are 10 am to 4 pm. Admission is free to the … [Read More...]
Free Scarecrow Festival in Chicago Suburb – Oct 7-9
This weekend brings the 26th year of the Scarecrow Festival in St. Charles, Friday through Sunday, Oct. 7-9. Join generations of moms and dads, grandmas & grandpas, sisters, brothers, aunts, uncles, friends and neighbors who flock to the … [Read More...]
Free Health Events
Free Slow Food Chicago Meeting – Feb 26
Come on out on February 26 in Chicago for Slow Food Chicago's Annual Meeting at the Peggy Notebaert … [Read More...]
Free CPR Classes in Chicago
Looking for a FREE CPR class in Chicago? Look no further! We currently hold a Free CPR Class EVERY … [Read More...]
Free Coffee and Sweets on Winter Bike to Work Day in Chicago – Jan 20
Stop by the Daley Plaza in Chicago’s Loop on Friday, Jan 20 from 6:30am to 9am for the annual … [Read More...]
Free Ice Skating at Chicago Park District Rinks This Winter
Looking for something to do in Chicago? Why not take your family for an ice skating excursion at a … [Read More...]
Free Dental Screenings in Chicago
Dental students at the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry will provide free … [Read More...]
Free Music Downloads
Free Super Bowl Party at Empty Bottle – Feb 5
For those of you not terribly interested in any sporting events that might be happening this … [Read More...]
Free Opening Day Summerfest Concert Tickets
Summerfest is offering a free general admission opening day ticket to Summerfest 2012. That's the … [Read More...]
Sing All the Beatles Songs in Chicago! Jan 21-22 ($10)
Join in the celebration of the opening of the new Old Town School of Folk Music performance space … [Read More...]
Free Chicago Music MixTape – To Jan 2
Hurry and get your FREE download of a "best of Chicago" mixtape of 17 local Chicago music artists! … [Read More...]
Christmas Eve Deal in Chicago on Top 10 Music Albums – Dec 24
Need one more Christmas gift....maybe for yourself? Today only, you can get ten of the year's best … [Read More...]
Free Events
Free Slow Food Chicago Meeting – Feb 26
Come on out on February 26 in Chicago for Slow Food Chicago's Annual Meeting at the Peggy Notebaert Museum 2 -4pm.Slow Food Chicago is looking forward to an exciting 2012, with several new initiatives in the works and the international … [Read More...]
Free Chicago Business Workshops – Feb 2012
The City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs & Consumer Protection (BACP) continues to offer FREE business workshops every Wednesday and Friday at City Hall, 8th Floor. The February calendar focuses on how to start and grow your … [Read More...]
Free UFC Trading Cards
Right now, you can receive one Free UFC Topps Moment of Truth trading card. Please do not ask which card you are going to get because it is going to be random. Whenever you open a box of cards, you should always be excited with anticipation. … [Read More...]
Free Weekend in Chicago at Chemistry.com – Feb 10-12
Check out the Free Communication Weekend at Chemistry.com from 2/10 - 2/12!. Online dating site Chemistry.com was created to bring together singles that are looking for ways to discover if true chemistry exists before meeting on the first date. … [Read More...]
CSO Unveils New Season – Free Millennium Park Concert Set for Sept 21
Chicago Symphony Orchestra's music director, Riccardo Muti unveiled details of his third season this week with the CSO's 2012-13 season set to open Sept. 20 at Symphony Center/Orchestra Hall, followed the next night by a free concert at … [Read More...]
Experts Weigh in on Best Free Apps for Smartphones
CBS 2’s Dorothy Tucker’s got the scoop on the top free smartphone apps to help you with food, fitness, finance and fun if you’ve got a smart phone. While there are lots of apps to choose from, which ones are the best?. “What I look for … [Read More...]
Free Class on Baby Car Seats in Chicago – Feb 14 or Feb 28
One of the very first important decisions you will make as a parent is a car safety seat for your new arrival. Yet statistics show that up to 90 percent of car seats are installed incorrectly. Soon to be moms and dads are invited to take … [Read More...]
Black History Month: Free Admission Sundays at Chicago’s DuSable Museum
Come out on Sundays in February to celebrate Black History Month and enjoy for FREE the DuSable Museum of African-American History in Chicago, the oldest continuously operating museum of African-American history in the country. The DuSable is … [Read More...]
Summary Listing of Groupons Latest Daily Deals in Chicago – Feb 6
Chicago daily deals are impossible to keep track of, and who wants all those daily email updates? Here’s a list of just the best current Chicago daily deals from Groupon. And the best thing is you don’t have to sign up for anything to browse … [Read More...]
Free 2012 LEGO Event for Kids: Build a Free Mini Hockey Player – Feb 7
Free LEGOs in February! Need to get the kids out of the house? Bring your kids after 5 pm on Tuesday February 7, 2012 to the free monthly LEGO mini-model build at any of the LEGO stores and take home a free mini-model that your child has … [Read More...]
