Chicago on the Cheap Deals, discounts and free events in Chicago Sun, 05 Jul 2026 20:29:35 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 45470443 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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]]> https://chicagoonthecheap.com/bronzeville-art-district-trolley-tour/ Bronzeville Art District Trolley Tour https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/899737916/0/chicagoonthecheap~Bronzeville-Art-District-Trolley-Tour/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/899737916/0/chicagoonthecheap~Bronzeville-Art-District-Trolley-Tour/#respond Thu, 02 Jul 2026 05:21:08 +0000 https://chicagoonthecheap.com/?p=206805 From June through September, the historic Bronzeville neighborhood pulses with excitement during the annual Bronzeville Art District Trolley Tour on the third Friday of every month. Art lovers hop double-decker buses to visit the community’s three main galleries: Faie Afrikan Art, Gallery Guichard and Blanc Gallery, as well as Bronzeville Artist Lofts, which houses artist […]

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/899737916/0/chicagoonthecheap~Bronzeville-Art-District-Trolley-Tour/feed/ 0 206805From June through September, the historic Bronzeville neighborhood pulses with excitement during the annual Bronzeville Art District Trolley Tour on the third Friday of every month. Art lovers hop double-decker buses to visit the community’s three main galleries: Faie Afrikan Art, Gallery Guichard and Blanc Gallery, as well as Bronzeville Artist Lofts, which houses artist […]

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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 Thu, 02 Jul 2026 05:18:47 +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/enjoy-free-slurpee-at-7-eleven-on-slurpee-day-7-11/ Enjoy free Slurpee at 7-Eleven on Slurpee Day, 7/11 https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/958894400/0/chicagoonthecheap~Enjoy-free-Slurpee-at-Eleven-on-Slurpee-Day/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/958894400/0/chicagoonthecheap~Enjoy-free-Slurpee-at-Eleven-on-Slurpee-Day/#respond Thu, 02 Jul 2026 05:14:41 +0000 https://chicagoonthecheap.com/?p=213065 Slurpees and summer are the perfect pairing — one of the best ways to chill out on a hot summer day! And 7-Eleven is again honoring its iconic cold treat with its annual Slurpee Day giveaway on July 11, 2026. Photo: 7-Eleven FREE Slurpee Giveaway Sip the new Mountain Dew Confetti Chill Slurpee or your […]

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/958894400/0/chicagoonthecheap~Enjoy-free-Slurpee-at-Eleven-on-Slurpee-Day/feed/ 0 213065Slurpees and summer are the perfect pairing — one of the best ways to chill out on a hot summer day! And 7-Eleven is again honoring its iconic cold treat with its annual Slurpee Day giveaway on July 11, 2026. Photo: 7-Eleven FREE Slurpee Giveaway Sip the new Mountain Dew Confetti Chill Slurpee or your […]

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]]> https://chicagoonthecheap.com/chicago-gospel-music-festival/ Chicago Gospel Music Festival https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/548539302/0/chicagoonthecheap~Chicago-Gospel-Music-Festival/ Wed, 01 Jul 2026 05:05:51 +0000 http://chicagoonthecheap.com/?p=107360 Enjoy the spirit-filled gospel music genre that was created in Chicago at the annual Gospel Music Festival on July 24-25, 2026, in Millennium Park. This beloved fest draws fans from all over the country to hear some of gospel’s greatest voices at this free event. A cherished Chicago tradition for over 40 years, the Chicago […]

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]]> 107360Enjoy the spirit-filled gospel music genre that was created in Chicago at the annual Gospel Music Festival on July 24-25, 2026, in Millennium Park. This beloved fest draws fans from all over the country to hear some of gospel’s greatest voices at this free event. A cherished Chicago tradition for over 40 years, the Chicago […]

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]]> https://chicagoonthecheap.com/square-roots-festival/ Square Roots Festival https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/557063862/0/chicagoonthecheap~Square-Roots-Festival/ Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:45:28 +0000 http://chicagoonthecheap.com/?p=110404 Music lovers rejoice, the return of Old Town School of Folk Music’s Square Roots Festival is set for July 10-12, 2026.  This free, family-friendly music fest celebrates music from around the globe as well as the popular Lincoln Square community.  This year’s artist line-up of two stages over three days includes diverse artists like rising […]

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]]> 110404Music lovers rejoice, the return of Old Town School of Folk Music’s Square Roots Festival is set for July 10-12, 2026.  This free, family-friendly music fest celebrates music from around the globe as well as the popular Lincoln Square community.  This year’s artist line-up of two stages over three days includes diverse artists like rising […]

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]]> https://chicagoonthecheap.com/dairy-queen-celebrates-americas-250th-with-sweet-2-50-special/ Dairy Queen celebrates America’s 250th with sweet $2.50 special https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/958689164/0/chicagoonthecheap~Dairy-Queen-celebrates-America%e2%80%99s-th-with-sweet-special/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/958689164/0/chicagoonthecheap~Dairy-Queen-celebrates-America%e2%80%99s-th-with-sweet-special/#respond Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:40:37 +0000 https://chicagoonthecheap.com/?p=213001 America’s turning 250 and, to celebrate, Dairy Queen is introducing a new a patriotic sweet treat and at a special price for one week.  The Stars & Stripes Misty Slush Float includes layers of DQ Cherry Misty Slush, world-famous soft serve and blue raspberry Misty Slush with festive star sprinkles — perfect for celebrating the […]

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/958689164/0/chicagoonthecheap~Dairy-Queen-celebrates-America%e2%80%99s-th-with-sweet-special/feed/ 0 213001America’s turning 250 and, to celebrate, Dairy Queen is introducing a new a patriotic sweet treat and at a special price for one week.  The Stars & Stripes Misty Slush Float includes layers of DQ Cherry Misty Slush, world-famous soft serve and blue raspberry Misty Slush with festive star sprinkles — perfect for celebrating the […]

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]]> https://chicagoonthecheap.com/free-movies-park-wrigley/ Free Movies at Gallagher Way https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/400627112/0/chicagoonthecheap~Free-Movies-at-Gallagher-Way/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/400627112/0/chicagoonthecheap~Free-Movies-at-Gallagher-Way/#respond Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:03:44 +0000 http://chicagoonthecheap.com/?p=164521 Enjoy the fun of viewing movies al fresco during the Gallagher Way Movie Nights. The screenings will feature family-friendly themes and popular classics on Wednesday nights through September 30, 2026.     The lineup of all-ages movies includes “Matilda,” “Black Panther,” and “High School Musical.” Guests can bring blankets to view the screenings so arrive […]

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/400627112/0/chicagoonthecheap~Free-Movies-at-Gallagher-Way/feed/ 0 164521Enjoy the fun of viewing movies al fresco during the Gallagher Way Movie Nights. The screenings will feature family-friendly themes and popular classics on Wednesday nights through September 30, 2026.     The lineup of all-ages movies includes “Matilda,” “Black Panther,” and “High School Musical.” Guests can bring blankets to view the screenings so arrive […]

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