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The Chicago $20 and Under Collection
Experience the best Chicago has to offer on a budget. From trivia nights and dance parties to food festivals and yoga classes, here are a bunch of fun things to do this month that won’t break the bank.
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Chicago Event Calendar: The Best Things to Do This Month
The ultimate calendar of fun things to do in Chicago today, this weekend, and beyond. These events and adventures have been hand-picked for maximum good times. You're welcome, folks!
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Editor's Picks
Today at 9:00 PM + 9 more events
Latin Nights in River North
Latin Nights in River North
Cava Room (Moes Cantina - River North 2nd Floor) • Chicago, IL
Free
Tomorrow at 11:00 AM
Mac & Cheese Crawl - Chicago's Cheesiest Bar Crawl!
Mac & Cheese Crawl - Chicago's Cheesiest Bar Crawl!
River North's Best Bars (Full List In Event Description) • Chicago, IL
Thu, Feb 13, 6:00 PM
The Obama Portraits with Kehinde Wiley and Amy Sherald
The Obama Portraits with Kehinde Wiley and Amy Sherald
Stony Island Arts Bank • Chicago, IL
Free
Today at 9:00 PM + 9 more events
Latin Nights in River North
Latin Nights in River North
Cava Room (Moes Cantina - River North 2nd Floor) • Chicago, IL
Free
Tomorrow at 11:00 AM
Mac & Cheese Crawl - Chicago's Cheesiest Bar Crawl!
Mac & Cheese Crawl - Chicago's Cheesiest Bar Crawl!
River North's Best Bars (Full List In Event Description) • Chicago, IL
Thu, Feb 13, 6:00 PM
The Obama Portraits with Kehinde Wiley and Amy Sherald
The Obama Portraits with Kehinde Wiley and Amy Sherald
Stony Island Arts Bank • Chicago, IL
Free
Popular in Chicago
See moreSun, Feb 16, 1:00 PM
HENNY&WAFFLES CHICAGO | NBA ALL STAR WEEKEND | FEB 16 | RECESS : CITY HALL
HENNY&WAFFLES CHICAGO | NBA ALL STAR WEEKEND | FEB 16 | RECESS : CITY HALL
Recess • Chicago, IL
Fri, Feb 28, 7:30 PM
Eric Nam - Before We Begin World Tour
Eric Nam - Before We Begin World Tour
The Vic Theatre - Jam Productions • Chicago, IL
Tue, Mar 10, 7:15 PM
Chelsea Cutler: How To Be Human Tour
Chelsea Cutler: How To Be Human Tour
Riviera Theatre - Jam Productions • Chicago, IL
Sat, Mar 14, 8:00 AM
Chicago Shamrock Crawl
Chicago Shamrock Crawl
Wrigleyville's Best Bars (Full List In Event Description) • Chicago, IL
Fri, Sep 25, 6:00 PM
Chicago Gourmet 2020
Chicago Gourmet 2020
Sun, Feb 16, 1:00 PM
HENNY&WAFFLES CHICAGO | NBA ALL STAR WEEKEND | FEB 16 | RECESS : CITY HALL
HENNY&WAFFLES CHICAGO | NBA ALL STAR WEEKEND | FEB 16 | RECESS : CITY HALL
Recess • Chicago, IL
Fri, Feb 28, 7:30 PM
Eric Nam - Before We Begin World Tour
Eric Nam - Before We Begin World Tour
The Vic Theatre - Jam Productions • Chicago, IL
Tue, Mar 10, 7:15 PM
Chelsea Cutler: How To Be Human Tour
Chelsea Cutler: How To Be Human Tour
Riviera Theatre - Jam Productions • Chicago, IL
Sat, Mar 14, 8:00 AM
Chicago Shamrock Crawl
Chicago Shamrock Crawl
Wrigleyville's Best Bars (Full List In Event Description) • Chicago, IL
Fri, Sep 25, 6:00 PM
Chicago Gourmet 2020
Chicago Gourmet 2020
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Rally • Oct 29
Words: Sam Hockley-Smith Photography: Christel Robleto
Rally • Oct 29
This Weekend
See moreTomorrow at 9:00 AM
SALVEO 20/20 - CELEBRATING SELF-CARE AS THE NEW HEALTHCARE!
SALVEO 20/20 - CELEBRATING SELF-CARE AS THE NEW HEALTHCARE!
Venue SIX10 • Chicago, IL
Tomorrow at 11:00 AM
INVEST S/W Celebration: Bronzeville, South Shore and South Chicago
INVEST S/W Celebration: Bronzeville, South Shore and South Chicago
Gary Comer Youth Center • Chicago, IL
Free
Tomorrow at 10:00 AM
25th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Luncheon
25th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Luncheon
Marriott Marquis Chicago • Chicago, IL
Sun, Jan 26, 3:30 PM
Dream In Your New Year: A Sound Meditation with GongLab & Special Guests
Dream In Your New Year: A Sound Meditation with GongLab & Special Guests
South Shore Cultural Center • Chicago, IL
Tomorrow at 9:00 AM
SALVEO 20/20 - CELEBRATING SELF-CARE AS THE NEW HEALTHCARE!
SALVEO 20/20 - CELEBRATING SELF-CARE AS THE NEW HEALTHCARE!
Venue SIX10 • Chicago, IL
Tomorrow at 11:00 AM
INVEST S/W Celebration: Bronzeville, South Shore and South Chicago
INVEST S/W Celebration: Bronzeville, South Shore and South Chicago
Gary Comer Youth Center • Chicago, IL
Free
Tomorrow at 10:00 AM
25th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Luncheon
25th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Luncheon
Marriott Marquis Chicago • Chicago, IL
Sun, Jan 26, 3:30 PM
Dream In Your New Year: A Sound Meditation with GongLab & Special Guests
Dream In Your New Year: A Sound Meditation with GongLab & Special Guests
South Shore Cultural Center • Chicago, IL
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Music events
See moreSat, Feb 15, 9:00 PM
House Meets Hip Hop Chicago 2020
House Meets Hip Hop Chicago 2020
The Congress Plaza Hotel & Convention Center • Chicago, IL
Fri, Mar 20, 8:00 PM
An Evening With Josh Ritter: A Book of Gold Thrown Open
An Evening With Josh Ritter: A Book of Gold Thrown Open
Fourth Presbyterian Church • Chicago, IL
Sat, Feb 15, 9:00 PM
House Meets Hip Hop Chicago 2020
House Meets Hip Hop Chicago 2020
The Congress Plaza Hotel & Convention Center • Chicago, IL
Fri, Mar 20, 8:00 PM
An Evening With Josh Ritter: A Book of Gold Thrown Open
An Evening With Josh Ritter: A Book of Gold Thrown Open
Fourth Presbyterian Church • Chicago, IL
Food & Drink events
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Chicago Whiskey Festival - A River North Whiskey Tasting
Chicago Whiskey Festival - A River North Whiskey Tasting
Old Crow Smokehouse River North • Chicago, IL
Wed, Feb 26, 2:00 PM
TRE BICCHIERI 2020 Chicago
TRE BICCHIERI 2020 Chicago
Bridgeport Arts Center - Skyline Loft • Chicago, IL
Free
Sat, Mar 21, 7:00 PM
Uncorked: Chicago Wine Festival
Uncorked: Chicago Wine Festival
Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago • Chicago, IL
Sat, Feb 1, 1:00 PM
Chicago Whiskey Festival - A River North Whiskey Tasting
Chicago Whiskey Festival - A River North Whiskey Tasting
Old Crow Smokehouse River North • Chicago, IL
Wed, Feb 26, 2:00 PM
TRE BICCHIERI 2020 Chicago
TRE BICCHIERI 2020 Chicago
Bridgeport Arts Center - Skyline Loft • Chicago, IL
Free
Sat, Mar 21, 7:00 PM
Uncorked: Chicago Wine Festival
Uncorked: Chicago Wine Festival
Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago • Chicago, IL
Dispensary 33 events
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Friday Jan 24 - D33 Recreational Customer Registration
Friday Jan 24 - D33 Recreational Customer Registration
Dispensary33 • Chicago, IL
Free
Thu, Jan 30, 5:00 PM
Cannabis Card Certifications - Chicago, IL
Cannabis Card Certifications - Chicago, IL
LeafyQuick Flagship Store: 4033 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago IL 60618 • Chicago, IL
Free
Sat, Feb 8, 10:00 AM
State of Illinois Responsible Vendor Training
State of Illinois Responsible Vendor Training
Blue Lacuna-Free Parking • Chicago, IL
Sat, May 16, 9:00 AM
Pharmacology University's second MMJ Seminar in Chicago!
Pharmacology University's second MMJ Seminar in Chicago!
The University of Illinois at Chicago 750 South Halsted Street Chicago, IL 60607 • Chicago, IL
Today at 12:00 PM
Friday Jan 24 - D33 Recreational Customer Registration
Friday Jan 24 - D33 Recreational Customer Registration
Dispensary33 • Chicago, IL
Free
Thu, Jan 30, 5:00 PM
Cannabis Card Certifications - Chicago, IL
Cannabis Card Certifications - Chicago, IL
LeafyQuick Flagship Store: 4033 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago IL 60618 • Chicago, IL
Free
Sat, Feb 8, 10:00 AM
State of Illinois Responsible Vendor Training
State of Illinois Responsible Vendor Training
Blue Lacuna-Free Parking • Chicago, IL
Sat, May 16, 9:00 AM
Pharmacology University's second MMJ Seminar in Chicago!
Pharmacology University's second MMJ Seminar in Chicago!
The University of Illinois at Chicago 750 South Halsted Street Chicago, IL 60607 • Chicago, IL
Sports & Fitness events
See moreWed, Feb 12, 5:00 PM
All-Star Weekend 2020 - ALL ACCESS PASS with Lifebrand Inc
All-Star Weekend 2020 - ALL ACCESS PASS with Lifebrand Inc
The Bureau Bar and Restaurant • Chicago, IL
Thu, Feb 20, 7:00 PM + 3 more events
Adults Night at the Trampoline Park - 21+ Night at Altitude Chicago
Adults Night at the Trampoline Park - 21+ Night at Altitude Chicago
Altitude Chicago Trampoline Park • Chicago, IL
Wed, Feb 12, 5:00 PM
All-Star Weekend 2020 - ALL ACCESS PASS with Lifebrand Inc
All-Star Weekend 2020 - ALL ACCESS PASS with Lifebrand Inc
The Bureau Bar and Restaurant • Chicago, IL
Thu, Feb 20, 7:00 PM + 3 more events
Adults Night at the Trampoline Park - 21+ Night at Altitude Chicago
Adults Night at the Trampoline Park - 21+ Night at Altitude Chicago
Altitude Chicago Trampoline Park • Chicago, IL