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It’s the green season again! Chicago’s Irish pride runs deep and there’s no better way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day than at the free St. Patrick’s Day events at Gallagher Way on March 15.2026.     The festivities include activities for all ages during this family-friendly celebration. Kick off the fun with live Irish music […]

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Chill out this spring with lots of cool treats at Dairy Queen! The popular ice cream shop celebrates the start of spring with its annual (and extremely popular!) FREE Cone Day on March 19, 2026.  Image: Dairy Queen Since 2015, Free Cone Day marks the official kickoff to spring at DQ and has become a […]

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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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Welcome the colors and excitement of the spring season with the annual Spring Flower Show at Garfield Park Conservatory. This year’s show is called “Showers of Flowers” and runs through May 10, 2026. Wander through over 80 hanging baskets that overflow with fragrant and brightly colored blooms.   Lush trailing ivy and sweet potato vines, as […]

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With a pedigree that reaches back over 46 years, the Southside Irish St. Patrick’s Day Parade is one of the largest community-focused St. Patrick’s Day Parades outside of Dublin. This year’s parade marches on Sunday, March 15, 2026, from noon to 3 p.m. The parade runs through the Beverly neighborhood and starts at 103rd and […]

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