Chicago on the Cheap Deals, discounts and free events in Chicago Mon, 27 Jul 2026 04:40:42 +0000 en-US hourly 1 45470443 https://chicagoonthecheap.com/glenwood-avenue-arts-fest/ Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/433613618/0/chicagoonthecheap~Glenwood-Avenue-Arts-Fest/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/433613618/0/chicagoonthecheap~Glenwood-Avenue-Arts-Fest/#respond Mon, 27 Jul 2026 05:30:58 +0000 http://chicagoonthecheap.com/?p=146228 The Rogers Park neighborhood will host the highly anticipated Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest on August 14-16, 2026.  Chicago’s most diverse community will showcase free live music, art,  creative performances, food and crafts by an eclectic array of artists and artisans. Over 120 artists, 30 dance and music acts and live art demonstrations will be featured […]

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/433613618/0/chicagoonthecheap~Glenwood-Avenue-Arts-Fest/feed/ 0 146228The Rogers Park neighborhood will host the highly anticipated Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest on August 14-16, 2026.  Chicago’s most diverse community will showcase free live music, art,  creative performances, food and crafts by an eclectic array of artists and artisans. Over 120 artists, 30 dance and music acts and live art demonstrations will be featured […]

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]]> https://chicagoonthecheap.com/jazz-n-on-the-steps/ Jazz ‘N on The Steps https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/703457242/0/chicagoonthecheap~Jazz-N-on-The-Steps/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/703457242/0/chicagoonthecheap~Jazz-N-on-The-Steps/#respond Fri, 24 Jul 2026 05:15:41 +0000 https://chicagoonthecheap.com/?p=200452 Take in the smooth rhythms of jazz during Summer evenings at the Jazz’ N on the Steps free event on July 26,  August 28 and September 27, 2026, at St. Moses the Black Parish.   Hosted by the Southside Jazz Coalition, this popular community concert features well-known jazz vocalists and musicians performing on the steps of […]

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/703457242/0/chicagoonthecheap~Jazz-N-on-The-Steps/feed/ 0 200452Take in the smooth rhythms of jazz during Summer evenings at the Jazz’ N on the Steps free event on July 26,  August 28 and September 27, 2026, at St. Moses the Black Parish.   Hosted by the Southside Jazz Coalition, this popular community concert features well-known jazz vocalists and musicians performing on the steps of […]

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]]> https://chicagoonthecheap.com/free-and-cheap-things-to-do-this-weekend-in-chicago/ Free and cheap things to do this weekend in Chicago https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/695525858/0/chicagoonthecheap~Free-and-cheap-things-to-do-this-weekend-in-Chicago/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/695525858/0/chicagoonthecheap~Free-and-cheap-things-to-do-this-weekend-in-Chicago/#comments Fri, 24 Jul 2026 05:11:47 +0000 https://chicagoonthecheap.com/?p=199918 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 many diverse events, so choose your favorite.  Some events may […]

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/695525858/0/chicagoonthecheap~Free-and-cheap-things-to-do-this-weekend-in-Chicago/feed/ 4 199918Looking 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 many diverse events, so choose your favorite.  Some events may […]

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]]> https://chicagoonthecheap.com/bud-billiken-parade/ Bud Billiken Parade https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/706146814/0/chicagoonthecheap~Bud-Billiken-Parade/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/706146814/0/chicagoonthecheap~Bud-Billiken-Parade/#respond Fri, 24 Jul 2026 05:03:08 +0000 https://chicagoonthecheap.com/?p=200723 Head to Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood to witness the second-largest parade in the U.S. after the Rose Bowl; the historic Bud Billiken Parade celebrates 97 years of African American music, pageantry and community on August 8, 2026. Filled with over 200 elaborate marching bands, drill teams, acrobats, dance groups and floats promenaded for two miles down […]

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/706146814/0/chicagoonthecheap~Bud-Billiken-Parade/feed/ 0 200723Head to Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood to witness the second-largest parade in the U.S. after the Rose Bowl; the historic Bud Billiken Parade celebrates 97 years of African American music, pageantry and community on August 8, 2026. Filled with over 200 elaborate marching bands, drill teams, acrobats, dance groups and floats promenaded for two miles down […]

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]]> https://chicagoonthecheap.com/chicago-house-music-festival-and-conference/ Chicago House Music Festival and Conference https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/710263350/0/chicagoonthecheap~Chicago-House-Music-Festival-and-Conference/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/710263350/0/chicagoonthecheap~Chicago-House-Music-Festival-and-Conference/#respond Thu, 23 Jul 2026 05:02:31 +0000 https://chicagoonthecheap.com/?p=200879   As the birthplace of house music, Chicago always celebrates and honors this influential art form. The Chicago House Music Festival and Conference will bring the music, history and culture of house music into focus on August 27-30, 2026. The four days of free events will feature live performances by house music stars as well […]

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/710263350/0/chicagoonthecheap~Chicago-House-Music-Festival-and-Conference/feed/ 0 200879  As the birthplace of house music, Chicago always celebrates and honors this influential art form. The Chicago House Music Festival and Conference will bring the music, history and culture of house music into focus on August 27-30, 2026. The four days of free events will feature live performances by house music stars as well […]

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]]> https://chicagoonthecheap.com/enjoy-classic-frosty-for-just-1-at-wendys-this-summer/ Enjoy Classic Frosty for just $1 at Wendy’s this summer https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/961508657/0/chicagoonthecheap~Enjoy-Classic-Frosty-for-just-at-Wendy%e2%80%99s-this-summer/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/961508657/0/chicagoonthecheap~Enjoy-Classic-Frosty-for-just-at-Wendy%e2%80%99s-this-summer/#respond Wed, 22 Jul 2026 05:20:35 +0000 https://chicagoonthecheap.com/?p=213209 Hey, Frosty fans! Chill out this summer and take a break from all the heat with the iconic treat. And it’s even sweeter when you can enjoy it at a bargain price (especially nowadays!) of just one buck. Add Wendy’s to your list of must-stops for sweet savings for the remainder of the summer. The […]

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/961508657/0/chicagoonthecheap~Enjoy-Classic-Frosty-for-just-at-Wendy%e2%80%99s-this-summer/feed/ 0 213209Hey, Frosty fans! Chill out this summer and take a break from all the heat with the iconic treat. And it’s even sweeter when you can enjoy it at a bargain price (especially nowadays!) of just one buck. Add Wendy’s to your list of must-stops for sweet savings for the remainder of the summer. The […]

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]]> https://chicagoonthecheap.com/free-chicago-air-and-water-show/ Free Chicago Air and Water Show https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/758659805/0/chicagoonthecheap~Free-Chicago-Air-and-Water-Show/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/758659805/0/chicagoonthecheap~Free-Chicago-Air-and-Water-Show/#respond Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:30:38 +0000 http://chicagoonthecheap.com/?p=119404 One of the most anticipated events of the Summer is the thrilling Chicago Air and Water Show.  For over six decades, Chicagoans have witnessed the exciting spectacle of pilots and parachutists performing daring tricks over Lake Michigan. The largest show of its kind in the U.S., this year’s Air and Water Show is scheduled for August […]

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/758659805/0/chicagoonthecheap~Free-Chicago-Air-and-Water-Show/feed/ 0 119404One of the most anticipated events of the Summer is the thrilling Chicago Air and Water Show.  For over six decades, Chicagoans have witnessed the exciting spectacle of pilots and parachutists performing daring tricks over Lake Michigan. The largest show of its kind in the U.S., this year’s Air and Water Show is scheduled for August […]

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]]> https://chicagoonthecheap.com/chicago-summerdance/ Chicago SummerDance https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/692772794/0/chicagoonthecheap~Chicago-SummerDance/ Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:02:42 +0000 http://chicagoonthecheap.com/?p=108756 One of the city’s most beloved dance traditions, Chicago Summerdance, returns to the Spirit of Music Garden in Grant Park as well as neighborhood parks for open-air dancing, live music and dance lessons all summer long, through August 29, 2026. Every Wednesday through Saturday of each week, an eclectic array of bands and dancers will […]

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]]> 108756One of the city’s most beloved dance traditions, Chicago Summerdance, returns to the Spirit of Music Garden in Grant Park as well as neighborhood parks for open-air dancing, live music and dance lessons all summer long, through August 29, 2026. Every Wednesday through Saturday of each week, an eclectic array of bands and dancers will […]

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]]> https://chicagoonthecheap.com/northalsted-market-days/ Northalsted Market Days https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/425220802/0/chicagoonthecheap~Northalsted-Market-Days/ Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:03:30 +0000 http://chicagoonthecheap.com/?p=110514 The largest street festival in the Midwest returns to the bustling Lakeview neighborhood for a three-day celebration of music, pride and community. Northalsted Market Days is scheduled for August 7-9, 2026. The 44th annual festival kicks off with over 250 vendors, five stages and all-day line-ups of live music and DJs. The raucous crowds pack […]

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]]> 110514The largest street festival in the Midwest returns to the bustling Lakeview neighborhood for a three-day celebration of music, pride and community. Northalsted Market Days is scheduled for August 7-9, 2026. The 44th annual festival kicks off with over 250 vendors, five stages and all-day line-ups of live music and DJs. The raucous crowds pack […]

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]]> https://chicagoonthecheap.com/free-obama-center-activities/ Free Obama Center Activities https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960310059/0/chicagoonthecheap~Free-Obama-Center-Activities/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960310059/0/chicagoonthecheap~Free-Obama-Center-Activities/#respond Wed, 15 Jul 2026 05:43:25 +0000 https://chicagoonthecheap.com/?p=213154 The Obama  Presidential Center has drawn visitors from all over the world who want to discover the history and legacy of the country’s first Black President.  The museum and its interactive exhibits capture a lot of attention but the campus also hosts free events open to the public. Consider free concerts, movies, karaoke sessions and […]

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960310059/0/chicagoonthecheap~Free-Obama-Center-Activities/feed/ 0 213154The Obama  Presidential Center has drawn visitors from all over the world who want to discover the history and legacy of the country’s first Black President.  The museum and its interactive exhibits capture a lot of attention but the campus also hosts free events open to the public. Consider free concerts, movies, karaoke sessions and […]

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