The weekend is finally here in Chicago, and you're ready to go out and have some fun. We've done the hard work for you and rounded top Free Things to Do in Chicago this weekend in our up-to-date Chicago Free Events This Weekend Calendar that covers the best free concerts (classical, jazz, pop, rock, opera), free comedy shows, art exhibitions (museum, galleries), free and cheap party and nightlife activities & things to do this weekend (this Saturday and Sunday) in Chicago including Berwyn, Evanston, Gary, Oak Park, Bridgeview, Calumet City, Elmhurst, Oak Brook and more.

WEEKEND

Saturday, May 3, 2025

  • Women's Clothes Swap
    FREE
    Women's Clothes Swap
    May 3 @ 10am - 12pm

    Awaken Chicago Church, 1829 South State Street, Chicago, IL 60605

    ✨ Clothes Swap Event ✨Refresh your wardrobe and support a meaningful cause! Join us for a fun and sustainable clothes swap—no clothing donation required. It’s ...
  • Neighborhood Trash Cleanup
    May 3 @ 10am - 12pm

    McGuane (John) Park, 2901 S Poplar Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

    Join the BE community for our May trash cleanup! We'll be helping a group from St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta Parish clean up McGuane Park. We will meet in ...
  • Marché Privé
    FREE
    Marché Privé
    May 3 @ 10am - 3pm

    The Promontory, 5311 South Lake Park Avenue West, Chicago, IL 60615

    DOORS 10 AM FREE Marché Privé, a curated luxury pop-up market is proud to announce its inaugural event celebrating Chicago's BIPOC creative entrepreneurs. ...
  • Brunch & Beatz Saturdays @ Good To Go
    FREE Party
    Brunch & Beatz Saturdays @ Good To Go
    May 3 @ 10am - 4pm. 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 ...
  • Cars & Qualifying at Porsche Downtown Chicago (Miami GP)
    FREE
    Cars & Qualifying At Porsche Downtown Chicago (Miami Gp)
    May 3 @ 10:30am - 4pm

    Porsche Downtown Chicago, 570 West Monroe Street, Chicago, IL 60661

    🏁 Formula 1 Miami GP Viewing Party 🏁Hosted at Porsche Downtown Chicago Join us for an exhilarating day of high-speed action and motorsport passion as we host ...
  • Letters to Loved Ones: A Mother’s Day Gathering for Grievers
    FREE
    Letters To Loved Ones: A Mother’S Day Gathering For Grievers
    May 3 @ 11am - 1:30pm

    318 W Adams St, 318 West Adams Street Suite 400c, Chicago, IL 60606

    Letters to Loved Ones: A Mother’s Day Gathering for Grievers Mother’s Day can be a complex and tender time for those of us who have lost a parent. This year, ...
  • Logan Art Mart at Federales in Logan Square
    FREE
    Logan Art Mart At Federales In Logan Square
    May 3 @ 12pm - 3pm

    Federales Tacos & Tequila - Logan Square, Chicago, 2471 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647

    The First Saturday of Every Month Logan Art Mart Saturday, May 3, 12pm – 3pm May 3rd [hidden] Chang @emiliaartstuffJet Pottery @jet_potterySarah Becan ...
  • Storehouse 3D Basketball Awards Celebration
    FREE
    Storehouse 3d Basketball Awards Celebration
    May 3 @ 12pm - 3pm

    Storehouse Church, 5701 West Montrose Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634

    Get ready for an unforgettable day at our 3D Basketball Awards Celebration — because this season deserves a BIG finish! Here’s what’s going down:🎶 Live music ...
  • Namastate of Mind Studio Launch Event
    FREE
    Namastate Of Mind Studio Launch Event
    May 3 @ 1pm - 5pm

    1222 W Webster Ave, 1222 West Webster Avenue, Chicago, IL 60614

    Welcome to the Namastate of Mind Studio Launch Event! Step into a space where wellness, movement, creativity, and community come together. Join us as we ...
  • EcoKarat Jewelry Anniversary & Raices Digital Marketing Grand Opening
    FREE
    Ecokarat Jewelry Anniversary & Raices Digital Marketing Grand Opening
    May 3 @ 2pm - 6pm

    131 N Marion St, Oak Park, IL, USA, 131 North Marion Street, Oak Park, IL 60301

    Celebrate Raices Digital Marketing’s grand opening & EcoKarat’s anniversary! Free jewelry while supplies last!

Sunday, May 4, 2025

  • Group Run at Side Practice Coffee for AANHPI Month (3RUN2 x New Balance)
    FREE
    Group Run At Side Practice Coffee For Aanhpi Month (3run2 X New Balance)
    May 4 @ 9am - 10am

    Side Practice Coffee, 5139 North Damen Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625

    What: 3RUN2 x New Balance Group Run Where: Side Practice Coffee (5139 N Damen) When: Sunday, 5/4/2025, 9:00 AM [hidden] the run at the Side Practice Coffee ~5k ...
  • Brunch & Beatz Sundays @ Good To Go
    FREE Party
    Brunch & Beatz Sundays @ Good To Go
    May 4 @ 10am - 4pm. 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 ...
  • Glow Birth +Body - Mother's Day Open House
    May 4 @ 11am - 2pm

    2120 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60618, USA

    Welcome to the Glow B+B Chicago - Mother's Day Open House! Join us at 2120 W Belmont Ave as we celebrate you, our clients, and your journey of motherhood. ...
  • DISCOTECA - Cinco De Mayo Brunch & Day Party (Latin House & Reggaeton)
    FREE
    Discoteca - Cinco De Mayo Brunch & Day Party (Latin House & Reggaeton)
    May 4 @ 12pm - 5pm

    Botanero, 1413 North Ashland Avenue, Chicago, IL 60622

    SUNDAY MAY 4TH, 2025DISCOTECA Brunch & Day Party 🪩🥂TACOS | TEQUILA | MARGARITAS🍹Live DJs playing Latin House w/ Rhythms, Reggaeton Clásico y Moderno ...
  • Free Kids Day for Mom!
    FREE
    Free Kids Day For Mom!
    May 4 @ 12pm - 2pm

    The Crab Pad, 2529 N Milwaukee Ave 1, Chicago, IL 60647

    Celebrate Mom with a Free Kids Day! We’re throwing a fun-filled day just for the little ones—to honor the amazing moms out there! 🎉 Bring the kids out for a ...
  • Goodbye Chicago Art solo Finale by Ruth Pycke
    FREE
    Goodbye Chicago Art Solo Finale By Ruth Pycke
    May 4 @ 12pm - 4pm

    5504 W Lawrence Ave, 5504 West Lawrence Avenue, Chicago, IL 60630

    Goodbye Chicago Art solo show by Ruth Pycke Come join us for a farewell to Chicago with Ruth Pycke's solo art show! Ruth's vibrant and thought-provoking pieces ...
  • ¡Vamos A La Fiesta!
    May 4 @ 1pm - 3pm

    650 S Clark St, Chicago, IL 60605, USA

    ¿Qué te espera? — Deliciosa comida mexicana auténtica — Música en vivo y bailes — Juegos y entretenimiento divertidos — Nuevas amistades y mucha energía ...
  • Get Your Camera off Auto: Intro to Film Photography
    FREE
    Get Your Camera Off Auto: Intro To Film Photography
    May 4 @ 1pm - 2pm

    Bellows Film Lab Chicago, 1702 North Damen Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647

    Get ready to learn the basics of film photography! From the anatomies of your cameras to the exposure traingle, we will be going over all you need to know to ...
  • CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATION
    FREE
    Cinco De Mayo Celebration
    May 4 @ 3pm - 9pm

    The Staley, 1736 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60616

    CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATION Come join us for a festive Cinco de Mayo Celebration at The Staley! Get ready for a fun-filled day of music, dancing, delicious food, ...
  • Jade Chinese Music Ensemble Spring Concert
    FREE
    Jade Chinese Music Ensemble Spring Concert
    May 4 @ 3:30pm - 5pm

    Logan Center for the Arts, 915 East 60th Street, Chicago, IL 60637

    Come embark on a journey through time as we bring your favorite Chinese folktales and stories to life through a musical compilation featuring traditional ...

More Free Things To Do in Chicago This Weekend

Besides many free events listed in our Chicago Free Events this Weekend calendar above, here are some more Free Things to Do in Chicago This Weekend:

Water Tower Place
835 Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL | https://www.shopwatertower.com/
The ultimate place to be for fanfare and activity on Chicago's famed Magnificent Mile during weekends, Water Tower Place features dozens of major retailers, incredible restaurants, and fun entertainment options housed in a seven-level atrium. Water Tower Place is also home to Broadway in Chicago.

Holy Name Cathedral
730 North Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL
While ground broke on Chicago's cathedral in July of 1874, the building has been restored several times over the years to repair fire damage. The cathedral notably replaced the Cathedral of Saint Mary after it was destroyed during the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. Pope John Paul II became the first Pontiff to visit Holy Name Cathedral during a visit to the United States in October of 1979.

The Famous Tiffany Dome Inside the Chicago Cultural Center
78 East Washington Street, Chicago, IL | https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/chicago_culturalcenter-tiffanydome.html
Free admission makes it possible to pop into this historic building to see a magnificent translucent dome made of Tiffany Favrile glass. Cut into the shape of fish scales, this zodiac-inspired dome has a diameter of 38 feet. It was made by the famous Tiffany Glass and Decorating Company of New York.

Sculpture Hunt Along Chicago's Magnificent Mile
There's something fun about the Saturday hustle and bustle of shoppers and tourists on the Magnificent Mile. One way to stay busy for hours without spending a dime is to look for the list of statues nestled around Chicago's most famous loop. The list includes the Wings of Mexico sculpture at 410 North Michigan Avenue, the Agora Big Feet sculpture at 1135 South Michigan Avenue, and the World Traveler sculpture at 100 East Lake Shore Drive.

Brewery Tours and Pub Crawls
Chicago is one of the best cities for beer in the country! The city boasts more than 160 breweries offering locally crafted beers. Many brewers offer free tours on a first-come basis on weekend afternoons.

Blues and Jazz Music on Halsted Street
While there are many spots for live music around Chicago, Halsted Street has a nice concentration of bars and clubs playing blues and jazz. Most don't open until 6 p.m. on weekends.

The Chicago Skyline on a Saturday Night
875 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
Why pay $25 a pop to check out the view from one of Chicago's observatory decks? A spot called Signature Lounge on top of Chicago's John Hancock Building offers the same view for free. The only catch is that you may need to order at least a drink to be able to stick around.

Free Games at the Game Room
12 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL | https://www.chicagoathletichotel.com/restaurants/game-room
The Game Room is a rarity because it's one of the only old-time athletic clubs to survive the Great Depression. While the Game Room is housed in a hotel, the games are totally free for the public. Playing shuffleboard, pool, foosball, bocce, and other classics in an upscale location is a great way to spend a Saturday night.

Navy Pier
600 East Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL
Navy Pier is an iconic Chicago attraction located in the city's scenic lakefront area. It's also the place to be on weekends. Found in the Streeterville neighborhood, Navy Pier juts 3,300 feet into the shoreline of Lake Michigan. This 52-acre wonderland features more than 50 shops, restaurants, gardens, parks, museums, exhibition spaces, and attractions. In fact, it is considered one of the Midwest's most important attractions. This is also the place to ride on the famed Navy Pier Centennial Wheel for amazing views of the city, shoreline, and beyond!

The Most Haunted Hotel in Illinois
520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
Congress Plaza Hotel was named by Leisure + Travel as the most haunted place in all of Illinois. This 122-year-old hotel is routinely the source of ghost sightings. The ghost of Al Capone is frequently seen near the infamous gangster's favorite eight-floor suite. Several other ghosts are known to cause banging sounds, scratching noises, slammed doors, and flickering lights. Touring the lobby on the weekends makes it easier to blend in with the flow of tourists.

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