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Head to Rogers Park to celebrate the spring season with an egg hunt around Jarvis Square, accompanied by high-energy live music with a fun-filled Jarvis alfresco event on April 4, 2026. Stroll around the lively block between Jarvis and Greenview and enjoy refreshments from local restaurants, R Public House, Charmers Cafe and Anto Pizza.  Search […]

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No jokes here — just a sweet giveaway from The Cheesecake Factory! With April Fools’ Day around the corner, it’s time to start planning on how to prank your friends and family. However, The Cheesecake Factory is just celebrating its new Cheesecake Rewards app with a FREE slice of cheesecake — starting April 1, 2026. […]

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Looking for something fun to do this weekend in Chicago? There are tons of free and cheap events in the city. Here’s our list of the top free events, discounts, and deals to have fun around town on your Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. There are many diversified events, so choose your favorite.  Some events may […]

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Celebrate Easter and spring at Lincoln Park Zoo for the annual Spring Egg-Stravaganza on Saturday, April 4, 2026.  Connect with furry friends and experience Easter traditions at this beloved event.   The exciting activities will run from 7:45 am to 11:45 am and include multiple egg hunts for different age groups, photos with the Easter Bunny […]

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Commemorating 15 years of jazz music’s role in fostering peace and intercultural dialogue, International Jazz Day is celebrated in 190 countries around the globe. On April 30, 2026, Chicago will host an all-star global concert, directed by the city’s own and International Jazz Day founder, Herbie Hancock, featuring a thrilling line-up of 40 artists from […]

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