Chicago on the Cheap Deals, discounts and free events in Chicago Mon, 13 Jul 2026 02:47:17 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 45470443 https://chicagoonthecheap.com/free-chicago-museum-days-for-summer/ Free Chicago Museum Days for Summer https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960229100/0/chicagoonthecheap~Free-Chicago-Museum-Days-for-Summer/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960229100/0/chicagoonthecheap~Free-Chicago-Museum-Days-for-Summer/#respond Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:22:46 +0000 https://chicagoonthecheap.com/?p=213149 Summertime Chicago supplies so many non-stop activities and adventures that it’s easy to overlook excursions that are available all year round. But Chicago’s world-class museums are popular at any time, so it’s helpful to consider Chicago museum free days during the summer months. Check out these free days through September 2026. Adler Planetarium, 1300 S. […]

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960229100/0/chicagoonthecheap~Free-Chicago-Museum-Days-for-Summer/feed/ 0 213149Summertime Chicago supplies so many non-stop activities and adventures that it’s easy to overlook excursions that are available all year round. But Chicago’s world-class museums are popular at any time, so it’s helpful to consider Chicago museum free days during the summer months. Check out these free days through September 2026. Adler Planetarium, 1300 S. […]

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]]> https://chicagoonthecheap.com/free-centennial-wheel-rides-through-labor-day/ Free Centennial Wheel Rides through Labor Day https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/959974754/0/chicagoonthecheap~Free-Centennial-Wheel-Rides-through-Labor-Day/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/959974754/0/chicagoonthecheap~Free-Centennial-Wheel-Rides-through-Labor-Day/#respond Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:14:28 +0000 https://chicagoonthecheap.com/?p=213137 Whirling around Navy Pier’s famous Centennial Wheel and viewing the iconic Chicago skyline is a beloved summer tradition. Thanks to the foggy weather on July 4th, visitors can ride the Centennial Wheel for free through September 7, 2026. The popular Chicago summer season just became sweeter with free Centennial Wheel rides every Wednesday through Labor […]

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/959974754/0/chicagoonthecheap~Free-Centennial-Wheel-Rides-through-Labor-Day/feed/ 0 213137Whirling around Navy Pier’s famous Centennial Wheel and viewing the iconic Chicago skyline is a beloved summer tradition. Thanks to the foggy weather on July 4th, visitors can ride the Centennial Wheel for free through September 7, 2026. The popular Chicago summer season just became sweeter with free Centennial Wheel rides every Wednesday through Labor […]

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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, 10 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 diversified 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 diversified events, so choose your favorite.  Some events may […]

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]]> https://chicagoonthecheap.com/free-outdoor-movie-series-at-navy-pier/ Free Outdoor Movie Series at Navy Pier https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/702574342/0/chicagoonthecheap~Free-Outdoor-Movie-Series-at-Navy-Pier/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/702574342/0/chicagoonthecheap~Free-Outdoor-Movie-Series-at-Navy-Pier/#respond Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:29:39 +0000 https://chicagoonthecheap.com/?p=200396 Catch movies in the shadow of Lake Michigan and Navy Pier all summer long. The Polk Bros Park at Navy Pier will host a series of free, family-friendly movies throughout the Summer. Movies at the Pier will kick off every Monday at 6:00 pm through August 31, 2026. The Lake Stage in Polk Bros. Park […]

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/702574342/0/chicagoonthecheap~Free-Outdoor-Movie-Series-at-Navy-Pier/feed/ 0 200396Catch movies in the shadow of Lake Michigan and Navy Pier all summer long. The Polk Bros Park at Navy Pier will host a series of free, family-friendly movies throughout the Summer. Movies at the Pier will kick off every Monday at 6:00 pm through August 31, 2026. The Lake Stage in Polk Bros. Park […]

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]]> https://chicagoonthecheap.com/dairy-queen-celebrates-national-ice-cream-day-with-free-dilly-bar-for-one-week/ Dairy Queen celebrates National Ice Cream Day with free Dilly Bar for one week https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/959866148/0/chicagoonthecheap~Dairy-Queen-celebrates-National-Ice-Cream-Day-with-free-Dilly-Bar-for-one-week/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/959866148/0/chicagoonthecheap~Dairy-Queen-celebrates-National-Ice-Cream-Day-with-free-Dilly-Bar-for-one-week/#respond Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:56:34 +0000 https://chicagoonthecheap.com/?p=213093 Chill out with a cool freebie on National Ice Cream Day — July 19, 2026! And there’s no better place to celebrate the sweet day than at the king of all ice cream shops, Dairy Queen. The shop has something sweet on the menu for all fans, including cones, sundaes, banana splits, Blizzards and, of […]

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/959866148/0/chicagoonthecheap~Dairy-Queen-celebrates-National-Ice-Cream-Day-with-free-Dilly-Bar-for-one-week/feed/ 0 213093Chill out with a cool freebie on National Ice Cream Day — July 19, 2026! And there’s no better place to celebrate the sweet day than at the king of all ice cream shops, Dairy Queen. The shop has something sweet on the menu for all fans, including cones, sundaes, banana splits, Blizzards and, of […]

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]]> https://chicagoonthecheap.com/taste-of-lincoln-avenue/ Taste of Lincoln Avenue https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/560647520/0/chicagoonthecheap~Taste-of-Lincoln-Avenue/ Wed, 08 Jul 2026 05:02:56 +0000 http://chicagoonthecheap.com/?p=109555 One of Chicago’s most beloved street fests, Taste of Lincoln Avenue, returns to thrill foodies and music lovers alike on July 24-26, 2026. Taking over the intersection of Fullerton and Lincoln Ave., the 42nd annual fest is one of the highlights of the Chicago summer season. Food, arts and crafts vendors and music will fill […]

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]]> 109555One of Chicago’s most beloved street fests, Taste of Lincoln Avenue, returns to thrill foodies and music lovers alike on July 24-26, 2026. Taking over the intersection of Fullerton and Lincoln Ave., the 42nd annual fest is one of the highlights of the Chicago summer season. Food, arts and crafts vendors and music will fill […]

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]]> https://chicagoonthecheap.com/chinatown-summer-fair/ Chinatown Summer Fair https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/396185856/0/chicagoonthecheap~Chinatown-Summer-Fair/ Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:02:07 +0000 http://chicagoonthecheap.com/?p=110141 The dynamic colors and traditions of Chinese culture will be the highlight of the Chinatown Summer Fair, scheduled for July 25-26, 2026.  This free, family-friendly event offers food, arts and crafts and entertainment for everyone in the historic Chinatown neighborhood. The fair officially opens with the excitement of a lion dance procession at 12:30 pm. […]

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]]> 110141The dynamic colors and traditions of Chinese culture will be the highlight of the Chinatown Summer Fair, scheduled for July 25-26, 2026.  This free, family-friendly event offers food, arts and crafts and entertainment for everyone in the historic Chinatown neighborhood. The fair officially opens with the excitement of a lion dance procession at 12:30 pm. […]

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]]> https://chicagoonthecheap.com/fiesta-del-sol/ Fiesta Del Sol https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/703246054/0/chicagoonthecheap~Fiesta-Del-Sol/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/703246054/0/chicagoonthecheap~Fiesta-Del-Sol/#respond Mon, 06 Jul 2026 05:40:38 +0000 https://chicagoonthecheap.com/?p=200415 The largest Latino fest in the country returns to the Pilsen neighborhood on July 23-26, 2026, with the highly anticipated Fiesta Del Sol.  This year’s festival commemorates 53 years of celebrating Latino art, music, food and traditions with a four-day, family-friendly event. You’ll be greeted with an explosion of colors, sounds and aromas as soon as […]

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/703246054/0/chicagoonthecheap~Fiesta-Del-Sol/feed/ 0 200415The largest Latino fest in the country returns to the Pilsen neighborhood on July 23-26, 2026, with the highly anticipated Fiesta Del Sol.  This year’s festival commemorates 53 years of celebrating Latino art, music, food and traditions with a four-day, family-friendly event. You’ll be greeted with an explosion of colors, sounds and aromas as soon as […]

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]]> https://chicagoonthecheap.com/taste-of-river-north/ Taste of River North https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/901067960/0/chicagoonthecheap~Taste-of-River-North/ Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:27:51 +0000 http://chicagoonthecheap.com/?p=110498 Sample a delicious selection of River North’s popular restaurants, dance to live music and absorb the joys of summer at the annual Taste of River North on July 17-18, 2026. This two-day food fest supplies chances to try neighborhood eateries like Lure Fish Bar, Seoul Taco and ,Fogo de Chao, as well as listen to […]

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]]> 110498Sample a delicious selection of River North’s popular restaurants, dance to live music and absorb the joys of summer at the annual Taste of River North on July 17-18, 2026. This two-day food fest supplies chances to try neighborhood eateries like Lure Fish Bar, Seoul Taco and ,Fogo de Chao, as well as listen to […]

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]]> https://chicagoonthecheap.com/barrio-arts-festival/ Barrio Arts Festival https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/700036338/0/chicagoonthecheap~Barrio-Arts-Festival/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/700036338/0/chicagoonthecheap~Barrio-Arts-Festival/#respond Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:22:48 +0000 https://chicagoonthecheap.com/?p=200138 The signature festival of the National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture, the Barrio Arts Fest, returns to Humboldt Park on July 11-12,2026. Immerse yourself in the richness of Puerto Rican culture during this highly anticipated free festival on the grounds of the museum. Dance to the rhythms of plena and bomba music, listen […]

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/700036338/0/chicagoonthecheap~Barrio-Arts-Festival/feed/ 0 200138The signature festival of the National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture, the Barrio Arts Fest, returns to Humboldt Park on July 11-12,2026. Immerse yourself in the richness of Puerto Rican culture during this highly anticipated free festival on the grounds of the museum. Dance to the rhythms of plena and bomba music, listen […]

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