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Every year, Chicago honors the Lunar New Year with parades and festivities. February 10, 2024, marks the Lunar New Year of the Horse 4724.  Celebrate the excitement and colors of the Lunar New Year at the Chicago Chinatown Lunar New Year Parade on  March 1, 2026.   Get ready for dragon dances, acrobats, music and […]

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 No telescope required — just a love of queso! QDOBA will have fans howling at the moon in 2026. Is the moon really made of cheese? Well, in this case, the moon means you can enjoy lots of delicious, gooey cheese at the popular restaurant — all year long. For every monthly full moon in […]

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The Uptown neighborhood celebrates its 41-year tradition of honoring the Lunar New Year with the Argyle New Year Celebration on February 21, 2026.  The festivities include a colorful parade, family fun activities, an art walk and restaurant offerings.   March on down to honor the Year of the Horse with a parade that kicks off […]

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Black History Month is an anticipated annual event that was started in  1915 in Chicago by Carter G, Woodson and it continues to be an important avenue for celebrating African American achievements across the country.     Chicago’s extensive African American cultural history supplies a rich assortment of activities for this year’s celebration, which includes […]

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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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