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Chicago Free Events Calendar - find hundreds of fun free events and free things to do in Phoenix including the best free concerts (classical, jazz, pop, rock, opera) indoor and outdoor, free comedy shows, free museums, art exhibitions & galleries, cheap party and nightlife activities for adults and couples to do right now, today, tomorrow, every week day and on the weekend.

TODAY - Sunday, Jan 4, 2026

  • 1st Salsa Sunday of 2026 @ Stadium Club
    FREE
    1st Salsa Sunday Of 2026 @ Stadium Club
    January 4 @ 6pm - 11pm

    Stadium Club at the Max, 4740 Vernon Avenue, McCook, IL 60525

    🎉 4 Fantastic Events Presents1st Salsa Sunday of 2026 @ Stadium ClubTemporary location during Compass Arena construction Kick off 2026 with an unforgettable ...
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TOMORROW - Monday, Jan 5, 2026

  • THE LAST RESORT Book Launch Party with Jasmine Warga
    FREE
    The Last Resort Book Launch Party With Jasmine Warga
    January 5 @ 6pm - 7:30pm

    Art Makers Outpost, 609 South Boulevard, Evanston, IL 60202

    THE LAST RESORT: THE CLAIMING Launch Party with Jasmine Warga presented by Booked and Art Makers Outpost We're launching the newest novel from Newbery Honor ...
  • J5 Kappa Alpha Psi Founders' Day Celebration
    FREE
    J5 Kappa Alpha Psi Founders' Day Celebration
    January 5 - January 6 @ 7pm - 1am

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

    RPAC Nupes presents... J5 Night Out in celebration of our Fraternity's Founding Day Where: etc. Chicago - A premier black owned supper club located in downtown ...
  • MONDAY JANUARY 5: LATE NITE MIC WITH VIK PANDYA
    FREE
    Monday January 5: Late Nite Mic With Vik Pandya
    January 5 @ 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 Tickets Monday Night Standup Comedy At Laugh Factory
    FREE Comedy
    Free Tickets Monday Night Standup Comedy At Laugh Factory
    January 5 @ 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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Tuesday, Jan 6, 2026

  • Trauma Responses as a Means of Survival in Jamaica with Georgia Rose
    FREE
    Trauma Responses As A Means Of Survival In Jamaica With Georgia Rose
    January 6 @ 4pm - 5pm

    720 University Pl, 720 University Place Second Floor, Evanston, IL 60208

    On October 28, 2025, Hurricane Melissa with windspeeds in excess of 185 mph made landfall on the small Caribbean Island of Jamaica. In the aftermath, over ...
  • Sapphic Gamer Night at Dorothy
    FREE
    Sapphic Gamer Night At Dorothy
    January 6 @ 6pm - 11pm

    Dorothy, 2500 West Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60622

    Join us for SAPPHIC GAMER NIGHT - celebrating those who love their handheld games! Open to anyone who identifies as sapphic, is part of the LGBTQIA+ community ...
  • We Love R&B Taco Tuesdays At The Wild Hare
    FREE Party
    We Love R&B Taco Tuesdays At The Wild Hare
    January 6 - January 7 @ 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 ...
  • Silent Bookclub @ Lilliput Books
    FREE
    Silent Bookclub @ Lilliput Books
    January 6 @ 6:30pm - 7:30pm

    Lilliput Books, 2150 North Halsted Street, Chicago, IL 60614

    Please note: We've been selling out each week. If you are unable to attend, please cancel your reservation to allow others to attend in your place. Thank you!
  • TUESDAY JANUARY 6: TOMATO THROW SHOW
    FREE
    Tuesday January 6: Tomato Throw Show
    January 6 @ 7pm - 8:30pm

    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 Join us for ...
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Wednesday, Jan 7, 2026

  • Cal Alumni 2026 Kick Off
    FREE
    Cal Alumni 2026 Kick Off
    January 7 @ 5pm - 8pm

    Punch Bowl Social, 310 North Green Street, Chicago, IL 60607

    Cal Alumni 2026 Kick Off Hey Cal grads! Join us in person to celebrate the Cal Alumni 2026 Kick Off. It’s a fun chance to reconnect, share stories, and make ...
  • Neighbors Night Out
    FREE
    Neighbors Night Out
    January 7 @ 5pm - 7pm

    The Booze Hound at Grayland Station, 3734 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL 60641

    Looking to meet new people and get more involved in your neighborhood? Neighbors Night Out is a recurring community networking event held on the first ...
  • Wednesday Night Standup Comedy At Laugh Factory Chicago
    FREE Comedy
    Wednesday Night Standup Comedy At Laugh Factory Chicago
    January 7 @ 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 ...
  • BYOC: bring your own craft night!
    FREE
    Byoc: Bring Your Own Craft Night!
    January 7 @ 7pm - 9pm

    Qahwah House Coffee - Lombard, 406 East Roosevelt Road, Lombard, IL 60148

    ________________________ all adults are welcome! 🧶📖🪡🎨 from crocheting to scrapbooking to making jewelry, bring your work-in-progress to this casual ...
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Thursday, Jan 8, 2026

  • Golden Hour Featuring Jay Tyre
    FREE
    Golden Hour Featuring Jay Tyre
    January 8 @ 5pm - 8pm

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

    Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM! Golden ...
  • The Mill | variety show & open mic
    FREE
    The Mill | Variety Show & Open Mic
    January 8 @ 6:30pm - 9:30pm

    Burlington Bar, 3425 West Fullerton Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647

    This month, we're fundraising for the National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC). The night opens with FOUR featured performances, followed by an all-genres open ...
  • Comedy N’ Cream: New Year, New Laughs
    FREE
    Comedy N’ Cream: New Year, New Laughs
    January 8 @ 7pm - 8:30pm

    Emerald City Coffee, 1224 West Wilson Avenue, Chicago, IL 60640

    Comedy N' Cream brings in the new year with a night of fun and laughter featuring Chicago's funniest! Show starts 7pm, Doors open 7:30pm. BYOB, No Cover Charge ...
  • Karaoke With REMi Family Night at Muggs-N-Manor in Addison
    FREE
    Karaoke With Remi Family Night At Muggs-N-Manor In Addison
    January 8 @ 7pm - 11pm

    Muggs-N-Manor, 437 Addison Road, Addison, IL 60101

    🎉 Karaoke With REMi will be hosting a monthly family karaoke night at Muggs-N-Manor in Addison with our first “Family Night” show on Thursday January 8th!🎤 ...
  • Truth Or Dare Thursdays @ Joy District
    FREE Party
    Truth Or Dare Thursdays @ Joy District
    January 8 - January 9 @ 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, Jan 9, 2026

  • Clean Slate Illinois Celebration
    FREE
    Clean Slate Illinois Celebration
    January 9 @ 12pm - 3pm

    2150 S Canalport Ave, 2150 South Canalport Avenue, Chicago, IL 60608

    Celebrate a historic win for second chances with the Clean Slate Illinois Coalition at our Clean Slate Illinois Celebration, following the bill signing with ...
  • The Link Up! (Friday After Work Series)
    FREE Party
    The Link Up! (Friday After Work Series)
    January 9 @ 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! ...
  • A Night Out @ Tribe Friday’s
    FREE Party
    A Night Out @ Tribe Friday’S
    January 9 - January 10 @ 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 ...
  • Golden Hour Featuring Luke Frees
    FREE
    Golden Hour Featuring Luke Frees
    January 9 @ 5pm - 8pm

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

    Join us in the Cafe Bar Thursday through Saturday for free live music, starting at 5PM until 8PM. Enjoy our exclusive food and drink specials until 7PM! Golden ...
  • Cindy the Cowgirl’s Kindness Kickoff Party
    FREE
    Cindy The Cowgirl’S Kindness Kickoff Party
    January 9 @ 5pm - 7:30pm

    Lou Malnati's Pizzeria, 3859 West Ogden Avenue, Chicago, IL 60623

    Welcome y'all to Cindy the Cowgirl’s Kindness Kickoff Party at Lou Malnati's Pizzeria! Get ready for a rootin' tootin' good time on January 9, 2026 at 5:00 PM ...
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WEEKEND

Saturday, Jan 10, 2026

  • Brunch & Beatz Saturdays @ Good To Go
    FREE Party
    Brunch & Beatz Saturdays @ Good To Go
    January 10 @ 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 ...
  • Miss Nancy's Musical Storytime!
    FREE
    Miss Nancy's Musical Storytime!
    January 10 @ 10am - 11am

    The World Music Foundation Listening Room, 1066 West Granville Avenue, Chicago, IL 60660

    About this event Family & Education • Education Come to Miss Nancy’s Musical Storytime for a joyful morning of songs, stories, and family fun! This special ...
  • Nursing Student Meet && Greet
    FREE
    Nursing Student Meet && Greet
    January 10 @ 12pm - 3pm

    Wishbone, 161 North Jefferson Street, Chicago, IL 60661

    Join us for a casual nursing student meet and greet as we kick off this exciting journey together! Whether you’re fresh out of high school or changing careers, ...
  • Youth Empowerment Brunch Featuring Live Talks and Community Q and A
    FREE
    Youth Empowerment Brunch Featuring Live Talks And Community Q And A
    January 10 @ 1pm - 4pm

    Maywood Park District (First Floor), 921 South 10th Avenue, Maywood, IL 60153

    This event is all about good vibes, open ears, and real support — whether you need someone to listen 👂🏽, a shoulder to lean on 🤍, or just a little extra ...
  • ARABIC CLUB KICK OFF PARTY
    FREE
    Arabic Club Kick Off Party
    January 10 @ 2pm - 4pm

    Motherland Cafe, 5008 North Lincoln Avenue #5012, Chicago, IL 60625

    Arabic Club Kickoff Party ⏰☕🎶 Language • Culture • Coffee • Music Join us at Motherland Cafe for the Arabic Club Kickoff Party, a one-of-a-kind experience ...
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