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Discover the best things to do in Chicago, including popular events, festivals, attractions, tours and free activities

30 cheap things to do in Chicago for fun on a budget

30 cheap things to do in Chicago for fun on a budget

Enjoy the city without spending a ton of cash by searching out cheap things to do in Chicago.

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The best Chicago museums

The best Chicago museums

Experience art, history and science and these well-respected cultural institutions.

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New Beers Eve

New Beers Eve

Join Artifact Events for a party with some of Chicago’s most popular local breweries. You'll get to sample beers from Begyle, Off Color,...

Lake View
Oddities Flea Market

Oddities Flea Market

Find that perfect piece to complete your collection at this two-day marketplace, where visitors can look through everything from taxidermy to natural...

River West/West Town
Chicago Pickle Fest

Chicago Pickle Fest

Do you love all things pickled? Well there’s a festival for you. This Wrigleyville event—taking place at some of the neighborhood's top...

Loop

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Oddities Flea Market

Oddities Flea Market

Find that perfect piece to complete your collection at this two-day marketplace, where visitors can look through everything from taxidermy to natural...

River West/West Town
EXPO Chicago

EXPO Chicago

The International Exposition of Contemporary and Modern Art (better known as EXPO Chicago) returns to Navy Pier, hosting more than 170 of the world's...

ART on THE MART

ART on THE MART

Displaying a 25-story-tall video installation on the side of the Merchandise Mart, ART on THE MART is the largest permanent digital art...

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Things to do in Chicago neighborhoods

Avondale

Avondale

The traditionally Polish neighborhood is dotted with arts centers, small parks and interesting shops.

Logan Square

Logan Square

Explore a bustling selection of restaurants, bars and entertainment.

Pilsen

Pilsen

Explore vibrant murals, the city's best tacos and the businesses of 18th Street.

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