CHICAGO FREE EVENTS CALENDAR

TODAY - Monday, Dec 22, 2025

FREE

Baby Brunch
December 22 @ 10am - 12pm

Goldfish Swim School - Elmhurst, 614 North Michigan Street, Elmhurst, IL 60126

Join us for a delightful morning of fun and relaxation! 🏊‍♀️🍽️Swim Time: Dive into the pool from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM for some refreshing water play and ...

FREE

Drl’S Beauty Toy Drive
December 22 @ 4pm - 7pm

9128 S Commercial Ave, 9128 South Commercial Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617

Join us at DRL’s Beauty Toy Drive to spread holiday cheer and donate toys to children in need!

FREE

Avondale Arts December Monthly Meetup & Potluck Party
December 22 @ 5:30pm - 8pm

3642 W Belmont Ave, 3642 West Belmont Avenue, Chicago, IL 60618

Celebrate with arts volunteers and raise a potluck treat as we toast to another year of community-building together! All are welcome, but space is limited. ...

FREE

Monday December 22: Late Nite Mic With Vik Pandya
December 22 @ 7pm - 9pm

The Comedy Bar - Chicago Main Stage, 162 E Superior St 3rd floor, Chicago, IL 60611

2-Item Minimum Per GuestValid ID Required for EntryFree tickets will be sat after paid tickets have been accounted forNo Outside Food or Beverage Vik Pandya is ...

FREE Comedy

Free Tickets Monday Night Standup Comedy At Laugh Factory
December 22 @ 7pm - 8:30pm. Weekly - Mondays

Laugh Factory, 3175 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60657, USA

Chicago's Best Standup Comedy is back and better than ever. We've compiled the absolute best standup lineup that you will ever see. Some of today's biggest ...

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TOMORROW - Tuesday, Dec 23, 2025

FREE

Ugly Sweater Christmas Party
December 23 - December 24 @ 1pm - 11pm

Raffle House Sports Bar, 4000 west 135th street, Robbins, IL 60472

UGLY SWEATER CHRISTMAS TURN-UP “Sleigh & Slay Edition” It’s that time again—dust off the wildest, tackiest, most disrespectful sweater you’ve got and pull ...

FREE

Pilsen Industry Toy Drive
December 23 @ 6pm - 10pm

1726 S Racine Ave, 1726 South Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60608

🎁✨ PILSEN INDUSTRY TOY DRIVE — LET’S TURN UP FOR A CAUSE! ✨ We’re taking over La Luna on Dec 23 | 6–10 PM for a night packed with energy, community, and ...

FREE

Capricorn Night Ft. Astrology Readings By Toby Everhart
December 23 @ 6pm - 11pm

Dorothy, 2500 West Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60622

Capricorn season is here! Celebrate with us at Dorothy. All night we'll be serving up our regular menu as well as a custom Capricorn cocktail made as an ode to ...

FREE Party

We Love R&B Taco Tuesdays At The Wild Hare
December 23 - December 24 @ 6pm - 12am. Weekly - Tuesdays

The Wild Hare & Singing Armadillo Frog Sanctuary, 2610 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614, USA

Who love Tacos? Come hang out at The Wild Hare and get a couple of Tacos and a 7 drinks. We start at 7pm. We got Dj Sean Mac cranking the RB Vibes. The ...

FREE

Chi-Ville 25'
December 23 @ 6pm - 9pm

The.BlkRoom, 4015 West Carroll Avenue #Unit 204, Chicago, IL 60624

¡Prepárate para CHIVILLE 25'! Este evento in person es la excusa perfecta para juntarte con amigos, disfrutar buena vibra y vivir momentos únicos. No te ...

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Wednesday, Dec 24, 2025

FREE

“The Purpose Of Christmas” Christmas Eve Worship Service
December 24 @ 5pm - 7pm

The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center Chicago, 1250 West 119th Street, Chicago, IL 60643

Christmas Eve Worship Service An Evening of Music & Praise at the Church at the Kroc Center. Wednesday, December 24th, 5:00 pm -7:00 pm Free Event – ...

FREE

1st Annual Sweater Slay & Holiday Sway Party
December 24 - December 25 @ 6pm - 2am

Harold's Ice Bar LLC, 13730 South Claire Boulevard, Robbins, IL 60472

1St Annual Sweater Slay & Holiday Sway Party Come join us for a night of festive fun at Harold's Ice Bar LLC! Get ready to show off your most fabulous ...

FREE Comedy

Wednesday Night Standup Comedy At Laugh Factory Chicago
December 24 @ 7pm - 8:30pm. Weekly - Wednesdays

Laugh Factory, 3175 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60657, USA

Join us Wednesday night for Chicago's best standup comedy! Chicago's Best Standup Comedy is back and will be better than ever. We know you have been itching to ...

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Thursday, Dec 25, 2025

FREE Open Mic

Slvrrm Open Mic Night
December 25 @ 5pm - 7pm. Monthly - 4th Thursday

The Silver Room, 1506 E 53rd St, Chicago, IL 60615, USA

Join Us Every Fourth Thursday Of The Month At The Silverroom From 6-8pm For The Slvrrm Open Mic! We're Providing An Open Platform And A Mic That Welcomes ...

FREE Party

Truth Or Dare Thursdays @ Joy District
December 25 - December 26 @ 9pm - 1am. Weekly - Thursdays

Joy District, 112 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Join us each and every Thursday at Joy District to kick off your weekend festivities. Thursday nights just got so much better. We are pleased to announce an ...

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Friday, Dec 26, 2025

FREE

At The Museum - Family Story Time: Cyclops In Central Park
December 26 @ 11am - 12pm

National Hellenic Museum, 333 South Halsted Street, Chicago, IL 60661

Join us for a story time adventure as we read the book Cyclops in Central Park, a whimsical tale about a gentle one-eyed giant exploring the sights and sounds ...

FREE

D&T: Happy Hour
December 26 @ 4pm - 9pm

etc., 404 South Wells Street, Chicago, IL 60607

After-Holiday Happy Hour Join us in person for some laid-back vibes at the After-Holiday Happy Hour! It's the perfect chance to catch up, unwind, and share ...

FREE Party

The Link Up! (Friday After Work Series)
December 26 @ 4pm - 8pm. Weekly - Fridays

BAR22, 2244 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60616, USA

The Link Up is the newest social event in Chicago! Food, Drinks, and Vibes! Come out and get your weekend started off at the hottest weekly social The Link Up! ...

FREE Party

A Night Out @ Tribe Friday’S
December 26 - December 27 @ 5pm - 2am. Weekly - Fridays

Tribe Supper Club, 1239 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA

Friday nights just got so much better. We are pleased to announce an ALL NEW 'Night Out' experience you won't forget taking place at the newly opened and black ...

FREE

2026 Intention Setting Workshop
December 26 @ 6pm - 8pm

Lighthouse Church, 4501 West 127th Street, Alsip, IL 60803

2026 Intention Setting Workshop Welcome to our 2026 Intention Setting Workshop! Join us at the Lighthouse Church for an evening of reflection, goal-setting, ...

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WEEKEND

Saturday, Dec 27, 2025

FREE Party

Brunch & Beatz Saturdays @ Good To Go
December 27 @ 9am - 3pm. Weekly - Saturdays

Good To Go Jamaican Cuisine, 711 Howard St, Evanston, IL 60202, USA

Join us every Saturday for BRUNCH BEATZ @ GOODTOGO located on the north side of Chicago where you can enjoy all the vibes without having to deal with the ...

FREE

Smooth & Sip With European Wax Center & Blue Bayou!
December 27 @ 11am - 5pm

3728 N Southport Ave, 3728 North Southport Avenue, Chicago, IL 60613

Kick off the weekend with beauty perks at European Wax Center, including exclusive event-only specials, giveaways, and a chance to win self-care prizes. Then ...

FREE

Hennessy Christmas Engraving & Tasting Party
December 27 @ 12pm - 8pm

800 W 27th St, 800 West 27th Street, Chicago, IL 60608

Close out the year in true Hennessy style Join us for our final celebration of the year, the Hennessy Christmas Engraving & Tasting Party, featuring XO ...

FREE

Spa Social | Galore Service
December 27 @ 2pm - 7pm

Kompound Fitness, 1212 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60605

Galore Service Presents To You A Holiday Themed Spa Social Join Us At KOMPOUND | Galore Service For A Day Of Pampering + Relaxation! Date: 12·27·2025 Time: 2pm ...

FREE

Melanated In America Presents: The 6th Annual M.I.A Kwanzaa Celebration
December 27 @ 2pm - 7pm

Kitchen Chicago, 324 North Leavitt Street #Suite 100, Chicago, IL 60612

The 6th Annual M.I.A Kwanzaa Presentation, dedicated to honoring the principle of Kujichagulia – Self-Determination. This event uplifts Black culture, ...

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Sunday, Dec 28, 2025

FREE Party

Brunch & Beatz Sundays @ Good To Go
December 28 @ 9am - 3pm. Weekly - Saturdays

Good To Go Jamaican Cuisine, 711 Howard St, Evanston, IL 60202, USA

Join us every Sunday for BRUNCH BEATZ @ GOODTOGO located on the north side of Chicago where you can enjoy all the vibes without having to deal with the ...

After X-Mas Daytime Salsa Sunday @ The Stadium Club
December 28 @ 11:30am - 4:30pm

4740 Vernon Ave, McCook, IL 60525, USA

🎄 4 Fantastic Events PresentsAfter X-Mas DAYTIME Salsa Sunday @ The Stadium Club Due to the Chicago Bears playing during our regular time slot, we’re turning ...

FREE

Cozy Thoughts: Last Call Market Pop-Up
December 28 @ 12pm - 4pm

Drink happy thoughts Humboldt, 2415 West North Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647

COZY THOUGHTS — VENDOR POP UP Art • Coffee • Music Cozy Thoughts is back with a daytime vendor pop-up bringing together local creatives, DJs, and good ...

FREE Party

Life After Brunch Day Party
December 28 @ 3pm - 7pm. Weekly - Sundays

Tribe Supper Club, 1239 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA

Every Sunday, experience Life After Brunch...one of Chicago's most exclusive day parties! Great food + drinks + Chicago's hottest DJs Great Vibes. Come dressed ...

FREE

The Epiphany Lounge Featuring Chris Greene
December 28 @ 3pm - 5pm

Epiphany Center for the Arts, 201 South Ashland Avenue, Chicago, IL 60607

The Epiphany Lounge Featuring Chris Greene Date: Sunday, December 28th, 2025 Doors: 2:30PM Showtime: 3:00PM Tickets: FREE ADMISSION |RSVP BELOW ‘Service ...