The weekend is finally here in Chicago, and you're ready to go out and have some fun. We've done the hard work for you and rounded top Free Things to Do in Chicago this weekend in our up-to-date Chicago Free Events This Weekend Calendar that covers the best free concerts (classical, jazz, pop, rock, opera), free comedy shows, art exhibitions (museum, galleries), free and cheap party and nightlife activities & things to do this weekend (this Saturday and Sunday) in Chicago including Berwyn, Evanston, Gary, Oak Park, Bridgeview, Calumet City, Elmhurst, Oak Brook and more.
Jones (Mary Richardson) Park, 1240 South Plymouth Court, Chicago, IL 60616
United Center, 1901 West Madison Street, Chicago, IL 60612
Fancy Plants Cafe, 613 West Briar Place, Chicago, IL 60657
Good To Go Jamaican Cuisine, 711 Howard St, Evanston, IL 60202, USA
4513 N Greenview Ave, 4513 North Greenview Avenue, Chicago, IL 60640
2233 S Throop St, 2233 South Throop Street, Chicago, IL 60608
Eli Tea Bar, 5507 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60640
A Non-Alc Wine Shop, 2048 West Chicago Avenue #Ste A, Chicago, IL 60622
Donnie's Place, 466 25th Avenue, Bellwood, IL 60104
Bar106 The Neighborhood Tavern, 10649 South Pulaski Road, Chicago, IL 60655
Momentum Coffee - South Loop, 2119 South State Street, Chicago, IL 60616
ALTAR Community, 2518 West Armitage Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647
1821 W Hubbard St, 1821 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL
Harold Washington Library, 400 South State Street, Chicago, IL 60605
3500 S Morgan St, 3500 South Morgan Street, Chicago, IL 60609
1800 Dewes St, 1800 Dewes Street, Glenview, IL 60025
800 E Roosevelt Rd, 800 East Roosevelt Road, Lombard, IL 60148
2255 S Michigan Ave unit 3w, 2255 South Michigan Avenue #unit 3w, Chicago, IL 60616
Chicago Cultural Center, 78 East Washington Street, Chicago, IL 60602
Besides many free events listed in our Chicago Free Events this Weekend calendar above, here are some more Free Things to Do in Chicago This Weekend:
Water Tower Place 835 Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL | https://www.shopwatertower.com/ The ultimate place to be for fanfare and activity on Chicago's famed Magnificent Mile during weekends, Water Tower Place features dozens of major retailers, incredible restaurants, and fun entertainment options housed in a seven-level atrium. Water Tower Place is also home to Broadway in Chicago.
Holy Name Cathedral 730 North Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL While ground broke on Chicago's cathedral in July of 1874, the building has been restored several times over the years to repair fire damage. The cathedral notably replaced the Cathedral of Saint Mary after it was destroyed during the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. Pope John Paul II became the first Pontiff to visit Holy Name Cathedral during a visit to the United States in October of 1979.
The Famous Tiffany Dome Inside the Chicago Cultural Center 78 East Washington Street, Chicago, IL | https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/chicago_culturalcenter-tiffanydome.html Free admission makes it possible to pop into this historic building to see a magnificent translucent dome made of Tiffany Favrile glass. Cut into the shape of fish scales, this zodiac-inspired dome has a diameter of 38 feet. It was made by the famous Tiffany Glass and Decorating Company of New York.
Sculpture Hunt Along Chicago's Magnificent Mile There's something fun about the Saturday hustle and bustle of shoppers and tourists on the Magnificent Mile. One way to stay busy for hours without spending a dime is to look for the list of statues nestled around Chicago's most famous loop. The list includes the Wings of Mexico sculpture at 410 North Michigan Avenue, the Agora Big Feet sculpture at 1135 South Michigan Avenue, and the World Traveler sculpture at 100 East Lake Shore Drive.
Brewery Tours and Pub Crawls Chicago is one of the best cities for beer in the country! The city boasts more than 160 breweries offering locally crafted beers. Many brewers offer free tours on a first-come basis on weekend afternoons.
Blues and Jazz Music on Halsted Street While there are many spots for live music around Chicago, Halsted Street has a nice concentration of bars and clubs playing blues and jazz. Most don't open until 6 p.m. on weekends.
The Chicago Skyline on a Saturday Night 875 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL Why pay $25 a pop to check out the view from one of Chicago's observatory decks? A spot called Signature Lounge on top of Chicago's John Hancock Building offers the same view for free. The only catch is that you may need to order at least a drink to be able to stick around.
Free Games at the Game Room 12 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL | https://www.chicagoathletichotel.com/restaurants/game-room The Game Room is a rarity because it's one of the only old-time athletic clubs to survive the Great Depression. While the Game Room is housed in a hotel, the games are totally free for the public. Playing shuffleboard, pool, foosball, bocce, and other classics in an upscale location is a great way to spend a Saturday night.
Navy Pier 600 East Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL Navy Pier is an iconic Chicago attraction located in the city's scenic lakefront area. It's also the place to be on weekends. Found in the Streeterville neighborhood, Navy Pier juts 3,300 feet into the shoreline of Lake Michigan. This 52-acre wonderland features more than 50 shops, restaurants, gardens, parks, museums, exhibition spaces, and attractions. In fact, it is considered one of the Midwest's most important attractions. This is also the place to ride on the famed Navy Pier Centennial Wheel for amazing views of the city, shoreline, and beyond!
The Most Haunted Hotel in Illinois 520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL Congress Plaza Hotel was named by Leisure + Travel as the most haunted place in all of Illinois. This 122-year-old hotel is routinely the source of ghost sightings. The ghost of Al Capone is frequently seen near the infamous gangster's favorite eight-floor suite. Several other ghosts are known to cause banging sounds, scratching noises, slammed doors, and flickering lights. Touring the lobby on the weekends makes it easier to blend in with the flow of tourists.
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