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Celebrate 55 Years at the Lodge in Chicago with 55 Cent Beers
Clean out your house, gather up loose change in your Chicago office desk and head out on Monday, February 27 2012 to celebrate the 55th anniversary of The Lodge Tavern in the Rush Street area. The Lodge Tavern opened it’s doors in … [More...]
Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners: Get a FREE Logo/Website Design Consultation from 99Designs.com!
If you are a small business or an entrepreneur, you know how much your website and logo image and design signal the marketplace about your company. Right now, you can get a FREE design consultation from 99Designs.com, one of the new great … [More...]
Kids Go Free at IKC Chicago Dog Show at McCormick Place – Feb 24-26
Chicago goes to the dogs this weekend with the 2012 International Cluster of Dog Shows at McCormick Place. The International Kennel Club of Chicago (IKC) will host the 2012 International Cluster of Dog Shows. The show will draw the top dogs … [More...]
Free Ice Cream Cone at Ben & Jerry’s in Chicago Area – April 3
Who is ready for a spring ice cream cone in the Chicago area? Make sure to mark your calendars for Ben & Jerry’s FREE Cone Day again this year on April 3rd. With so many locations, times and participation may vary so make sure to check … [More...]
Free Curves Workout Guest Passes in Chicago
Get in shape before the summer gets here in Chicago! CLICK to receive a FREE one week guest pass for Curves (or exchange your pass on your first visit for a special membership discount). Offer is available to new members only. Offer is … [More...]
Free Online Streaming: Bruce Springsteen’s New Song
The Boss, Bruce Springsteen, is streaming the third track of his latest album, “Wrecking Ball,” for 24 hours today on Rolling Stone’s website, and the song, “Shackled and Drawn,” is chockful of choice morsels aimed at the Wall Street … [More...]
Free Chicago Photo of the Week – Sunrise at Monroe Harbor
Here on Free Things to Do in Chicago, we like to feature a photographer's work as they show us Chicago from the camera lens. We love Chicago and all there is to do here, but we also love the look and feel of Chicago and since there are 2.4 … [More...]
Need a Bank in Chicago? Top 4 Online FREE Checking Accounts
The era of free checking accounts seems to be coming to a close in Chicago. The comeback of monthly account fees is proving to have a major impact on the banking habits of consumers. Newspapers are writing about how checking account customers … [More...]
Free Vienna Beef Factory Tour in Chicago – Wednesdays
Ever wondered how a Chicago hot dog is made? Come on out to a Chicago food institution and get a free Chicago factory tour on Wednesdays. Let Vienna Beef debunk the myth about what goes into a hot dog (at least our hot dogs!) Vienna Beef is now … [More...]
Need Your Help: Free Chicagoland Book Collection Drive for Bernie’s Book Bank
The Chicago Bulls and Rush University Medical Center will host a Free book collection drive on Saturday, March 10 to benefit Bernie’s Book Bank and you can drop off books at any of the drop off locations including the United Center M-F from … [More...]
Free Peppercorn Shrimp at Panda Express in Chicago – Feb 22
Who would like some free food from Panda Express? They are promoting their new Peppercorn Shrimp, a bold new flavor that starts with tender marinated shrimp and add fresh asparagus, onions and red bell peppers, then wok toss them all in their … [More...]
Free Admission to Shedd Aquarium – To Feb 23, Plus Feb 27-28
The Shedd Aquarium offers free basic admission from Feb 19-23, plus Feb 27 and 28 for Illinois residents to regular galleries and discounted admissions to special exhibits. On Shedd's Illinois Resident Discount Days, Illinois … [More...]
It is time for Fat Tuesday in Chicago – Mardi Gras Time! – Feb 21, 2012
Who is ready for Mardi Gras in Chicago? Mardi Gras, literally “Fat Tuesday,” falls on February 21 this year and is the last day of feasting, drinking and dancing before Lent kicks in on Ash Wednesday, when we are supposed to give up our … [More...]
Big Week for Free Chicago Museums – Feb 20-26
It is going to be a great week for free museums in Chicgo from feb 20 to Feb 26....free admission can be found at Adler, Field, Shedd, Science and Industry, Contemporary Art, History, Notebaert and more.....see the links below: Check out one of … [More...]
Free Beverage at Starbucks
Get a FREE drink at a Chicago Area Starbucks on your birthday. To qualify for this Chicago freebie, you need to register a Starbucks card here and make one purchase at a participating Starbucks within 12 months of registering. You will receive a … [More...]
Save! Great Laptop, Computer Deals on President’s Day Weekend!
We are in the market for a new laptop and it turn out, President's Day weekend is a good time to sit back at home and get some great deals. Check out these awesome deals at TigerDirect.com, which is featuring some unbelievable daily DEALS this … [More...]
Free Concert at Chicago’s Old Town School of Music – Feb 21
Come celebrate the grand opening of the new performing space at the Old Town School of Folk Music at a FREE evening concert on February 21 at 4545 North Lincoln Avenue. This free admission "Guerilla Glee" night is show choir mania! Musical … [More...]
Question of the Day: Would you pay to be a Groupon VIP?
Would you be willing to pay an annual fee to have greater access to the deals you want? Groupon aficionados know there's nothing like being away from email for a day or two, then learning that you missed out on a huge discount at your … [More...]
Coupons/Deals
Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners: Get a FREE Logo/Website Design Consultation from 99Designs.com!
If you are a small business or an entrepreneur, you know how much your website and logo image and … [Read More...]
Free Ice Cream Cone at Ben & Jerry’s in Chicago Area – April 3
Who is ready for a spring ice cream cone in the Chicago area? Make sure to mark your calendars for … [Read More...]
Free Curves Workout Guest Passes in Chicago
Get in shape before the summer gets here in Chicago! CLICK to receive a FREE one week guest … [Read More...]
Free Online Streaming: Bruce Springsteen’s New Song
The Boss, Bruce Springsteen, is streaming the third track of his latest album, “Wrecking … [Read More...]
Free Peppercorn Shrimp at Panda Express in Chicago – Feb 22
Who would like some free food from Panda Express? They are promoting their new Peppercorn Shrimp, … [Read More...]
Children’s Events
Kids Go Free at IKC Chicago Dog Show at McCormick Place – Feb 24-26
Chicago goes to the dogs this weekend with the 2012 International Cluster of Dog Shows at McCormick … [Read More...]
Free Admission at Chicago History Museum on President’s Day – Feb 20
Why not take a some time on President's Day holiday Monday Feb 20 and make your way to the Chicago … [Read More...]
Free Admission to Brookfield Zoo on FREEze Day – Feb 19
Come out and enjoy free admission to Brookfield Zoo on FREEze day on Feb 19. Get into the spirit … [Read More...]
Free Polar Days Event on Northerly Island in Chicago – Feb 18
It's time to get outside and enjoy Chicago's own Northerly Island, 1400 S. Lynn, which will be … [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 … [Read More...]
Free Museums
Free Admission to Shedd Aquarium – To Feb 23, Plus Feb 27-28
The Shedd Aquarium offers free basic admission from Feb 19-23, plus Feb 27 and 28 for Illinois residents to regular galleries and discounted admissions to special exhibits. On Shedd's Illinois Resident Discount Days, Illinois … [Read More...]
Big Week for Free Chicago Museums – Feb 20-26
It is going to be a great week for free museums in Chicgo from feb 20 to Feb 26....free admission can be found at Adler, Field, Shedd, Science and Industry, Contemporary Art, History, Notebaert and more.....see the links below: Check out one of … [Read More...]
Free Admission to Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium – Feb 19-23
Ready to enjoy the Presidents Day weekend? Why not make your way to the Shedd Aquarium from Feb 19-23, which celebrates this whole weekend (and part of next week) with free general admission for Illinois residents to regular galleries and … [Read More...]
Free Admission at Chicago History Museum on President’s Day – Feb 20
Why not take a some time on President's Day holiday Monday Feb 20 and make your way to the Chicago History Museum (free all month) and learn how the Secret Service works, what its like to live in the White House and more as they host “Kids in … [Read More...]
Free Admission to Brookfield Zoo on FREEze Day – Feb 19
Come out and enjoy free admission to Brookfield Zoo on FREEze day on Feb 19. Get into the spirit of winter with outdoor activities and free admission to Brookfield Zoo at the zoo's annual FREEze Day. Snow or no snow, come and enjoy the … [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
Free Concert at Chicago’s Old Town School of Music – Feb 21
Come celebrate the grand opening of the new performing space at the Old Town School of Folk Music at a FREE evening concert on February 21 at 4545 North Lincoln Avenue. This free admission "Guerilla Glee" night is show choir mania! Musical … [Read More...]
Free Concerts with the Civic Orchestra of Chicago – Feb 12-May 11
The Chicago Park District and the Civic Orchestra of Chicago announce the 2012 lineup for In the Park with Civic, an admission-free concert series of interactive and educational performances at select field houses Feb. 3-May 11. Families with … [Read More...]
Free Concert by Civic Orchestra of Chicago – Feb 11
Join members of the Civic Orchestra of Chicago for a free interactive and educational performance this Saturday February 11 at 11:00 am. North Park Village Nature Center, 5801 N. Pulaski Rd, Chicago. Suitable for children 5 and older. Concerts … [Read More...]
Free Family-friendly Open Music Jam Session in Chicago – Feb 11
Come on out and enjoy a free Family-friendly open jam session at the Old Town School of Folk Music in Lincoln Park. All instruments. Adults and children welcome!Saturday, February 11, 12:00 PM 909 West Armitage · Bers … [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...]
Free Food & Drinks
Free Ice Cream Cone at Ben & Jerry’s in Chicago Area – April 3
Who is ready for a spring ice cream cone in the Chicago area? Make sure to mark your calendars for … [Read More...]
Free Vienna Beef Factory Tour in Chicago – Wednesdays
Ever wondered how a Chicago hot dog is made? Come on out to a Chicago food institution and get a … [Read More...]
Free Peppercorn Shrimp at Panda Express in Chicago – Feb 22
Who would like some free food from Panda Express? They are promoting their new Peppercorn Shrimp, … [Read More...]
Free Beverage at Starbucks
Get a FREE drink at a Chicago Area Starbucks on your birthday. To qualify for this Chicago freebie, … [Read More...]
FREE Ice Cream at Participating Ben & Jerry’s Scoop shop
Get a FREE ice cream cone at a participating Ben & Jerry’s Scoop shop on February 14, between … [Read More...]
Free Arts Events
Free “Second Fridays” Chicago Gallery Night – Feb 10
The Chicago Arts District hosts its free “2nd FRIDAYS Gallery Night” every second Friday of the … [Read More...]
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 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 Curves Workout Guest Passes in Chicago
Get in shape before the summer gets here in Chicago! CLICK to receive a FREE one week guest … [Read More...]
Free Yoga Classes in Chicago
If you are looking for a free yoga class in Chicago, click at the bottom to see all the free classes … [Read 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 … [Read More...]
Free Heart Health Screenings in Chicago Area – Feb 11
In honor of American Heart Month, Sam’s Club announced it will be hosting free heart health … [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 Music Downloads
Free Online Streaming: Bruce Springsteen’s New Song
The Boss, Bruce Springsteen, is streaming the third track of his latest album, “Wrecking … [Read More...]
Free Concert at Chicago’s Old Town School of Music – Feb 21
Come celebrate the grand opening of the new performing space at the Old Town School of Folk Music at … [Read More...]
Weekend Free Store Events – Feb 18-19
If you want to get out the house and have some fun at a free event, then check out our list of free … [Read More...]
Free Concerts with the Civic Orchestra of Chicago – Feb 12-May 11
The Chicago Park District and the Civic Orchestra of Chicago announce the 2012 lineup for In the … [Read More...]
Free Concert by Civic Orchestra of Chicago – Feb 11
Join members of the Civic Orchestra of Chicago for a free interactive and educational performance … [Read More...]
Free Events
Celebrate 55 Years at the Lodge in Chicago with 55 Cent Beers
Clean out your house, gather up loose change in your Chicago office desk and head out on Monday, February 27 2012 to celebrate the 55th anniversary of The Lodge Tavern in the Rush Street area. The Lodge Tavern opened it’s doors in … [Read More...]
Kids Go Free at IKC Chicago Dog Show at McCormick Place – Feb 24-26
Chicago goes to the dogs this weekend with the 2012 International Cluster of Dog Shows at McCormick Place. The International Kennel Club of Chicago (IKC) will host the 2012 International Cluster of Dog Shows. The show will draw the top dogs … [Read More...]
Free Curves Workout Guest Passes in Chicago
Get in shape before the summer gets here in Chicago! CLICK to receive a FREE one week guest pass for Curves (or exchange your pass on your first visit for a special membership discount). Offer is available to new members only. Offer is … [Read More...]
Free Vienna Beef Factory Tour in Chicago – Wednesdays
Ever wondered how a Chicago hot dog is made? Come on out to a Chicago food institution and get a free Chicago factory tour on Wednesdays. Let Vienna Beef debunk the myth about what goes into a hot dog (at least our hot dogs!) Vienna Beef is now … [Read More...]
Need Your Help: Free Chicagoland Book Collection Drive for Bernie’s Book Bank
The Chicago Bulls and Rush University Medical Center will host a Free book collection drive on Saturday, March 10 to benefit Bernie’s Book Bank and you can drop off books at any of the drop off locations including the United Center M-F from … [Read More...]
Free Peppercorn Shrimp at Panda Express in Chicago – Feb 22
Who would like some free food from Panda Express? They are promoting their new Peppercorn Shrimp, a bold new flavor that starts with tender marinated shrimp and add fresh asparagus, onions and red bell peppers, then wok toss them all in their … [Read More...]
Free Admission to Shedd Aquarium – To Feb 23, Plus Feb 27-28
The Shedd Aquarium offers free basic admission from Feb 19-23, plus Feb 27 and 28 for Illinois residents to regular galleries and discounted admissions to special exhibits. On Shedd's Illinois Resident Discount Days, Illinois … [Read More...]
It is time for Fat Tuesday in Chicago – Mardi Gras Time! – Feb 21, 2012
Who is ready for Mardi Gras in Chicago? Mardi Gras, literally “Fat Tuesday,” falls on February 21 this year and is the last day of feasting, drinking and dancing before Lent kicks in on Ash Wednesday, when we are supposed to give up our … [Read More...]
Big Week for Free Chicago Museums – Feb 20-26
It is going to be a great week for free museums in Chicgo from feb 20 to Feb 26....free admission can be found at Adler, Field, Shedd, Science and Industry, Contemporary Art, History, Notebaert and more.....see the links below: Check out one of … [Read More...]
Free Concert at Chicago’s Old Town School of Music – Feb 21
Come celebrate the grand opening of the new performing space at the Old Town School of Folk Music at a FREE evening concert on February 21 at 4545 North Lincoln Avenue. This free admission "Guerilla Glee" night is show choir mania! Musical … [Read More...]
