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A Conversation: State of Youth Mental Health
Tuesday at 8:30 AM
Chicago · mHUB
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A Conversation: State of Youth Mental Health
Tuesday at 8:30 AM
Chicago · mHUB
Newborn Care: First 48 Hours & Beyond- WEISSBLUTH PEDIATRICS (SOUTH LOOP)
Mon, Dec 28, 6:00 PM + 2 more
Chicago · Weissbluth Pediatrics
Newborn Care: First 48 Hours & Beyond- WEISSBLUTH PEDIATRICS (SOUTH LOOP)
Mon, Dec 28, 6:00 PM + 2 more
Chicago · Weissbluth Pediatrics
Cassidy Theater Film Club x Art is Labor: SHOWING UP
Wed, Nov 18, 6:30 PM
Chicago · Chicago Cultural Center
Cassidy Theater Film Club x Art is Labor: SHOWING UP
Wed, Nov 18, 6:30 PM
Chicago · Chicago Cultural Center
Almost full
Disease Control & Antimicrobial Stewardship Conference
Wednesday at 8:30 AM
Chicago · Malcolm X College
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Disease Control & Antimicrobial Stewardship Conference
Wednesday at 8:30 AM
Chicago · Malcolm X College
Chicago African Restaurant Week 2026
Thu, Dec 3, 12:00 PM
Chicago · Chicago
Chicago African Restaurant Week 2026
Thu, Dec 3, 12:00 PM
Chicago · Chicago
Viva la Vida: Sand Painting
Thu, Nov 19, 10:00 AM + 1 more
Chicago · National Museum of Mexican Art
Viva la Vida: Sand Painting
Thu, Nov 19, 10:00 AM + 1 more
Chicago · National Museum of Mexican Art
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League of Legends Worlds 2026 Watch Party - FREE
Saturday at 1:00 PM
Chicago · F1 Arcade Chicago
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League of Legends Worlds 2026 Watch Party - FREE
Saturday at 1:00 PM
Chicago · F1 Arcade Chicago
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Gather & Give Thanks: A Friendsgiving Celebration
Saturday at 6:00 PM
Chicago · 1757 N Kimball Ave
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Gather & Give Thanks: A Friendsgiving Celebration
Saturday at 6:00 PM
Chicago · 1757 N Kimball Ave
Christmas in Chicago Concert
Sat, Dec 12, 2:30 PM + 1 more
Chicago · The Moody Church
Christmas in Chicago Concert
Sat, Dec 12, 2:30 PM + 1 more
Chicago · The Moody Church
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2026 Research Symposium - Alzheimer's Association Community Conference
Tomorrow at 9:30 AM
Chicago · Malcolm X College
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2026 Research Symposium - Alzheimer's Association Community Conference
Tomorrow at 9:30 AM
Chicago · Malcolm X College
Strength & Mobility
Thu, Nov 19, 6:30 PM + 37 more
Chicago · Blink Fitness Bridgeport
Strength & Mobility
Thu, Nov 19, 6:30 PM + 37 more
Chicago · Blink Fitness Bridgeport
Photography Studies Club
Thu, Dec 10, 6:00 PM + 5 more
Chicago · Filter Photo
Photography Studies Club
Thu, Dec 10, 6:00 PM + 5 more
Chicago · Filter Photo
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2026 iShine Women's Conference | Upgrade (In-Person)
Tomorrow at 6:00 PM
Chicago · The CityLight Church
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2026 iShine Women's Conference | Upgrade (In-Person)
Tomorrow at 6:00 PM
Chicago · The CityLight Church
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Melodies of the Steppes
Sunday at 7:00 PM
Chicago · Holtschneider Performance Center — Allen Recital Hall
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Melodies of the Steppes
Sunday at 7:00 PM
Chicago · Holtschneider Performance Center — Allen Recital Hall
Artini at Gallery Guichrd!
Today at 6:00 PM
Chicago · Gallery Guichard
Artini at Gallery Guichrd!
Today at 6:00 PM
Chicago · Gallery Guichard
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BLACK COFFEE TABLE
Thu, Nov 19, 11:00 AM
Chicago · Monday Coffee Co.
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BLACK COFFEE TABLE
Thu, Nov 19, 11:00 AM
Chicago · Monday Coffee Co.
Stitch 'n Bitch in the Morning!
Thu, Nov 19, 8:00 AM + 4 more
Chicago · Inclement Craft
Stitch 'n Bitch in the Morning!
Thu, Nov 19, 8:00 AM + 4 more
Chicago · Inclement Craft
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Bevy on Sundays @ Joy District
Sunday at 10:00 PM + 150 more
Chicago · Joy District
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Bevy on Sundays @ Joy District
Sunday at 10:00 PM + 150 more
Chicago · Joy District
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Red Bull Wings Cup National Final
Fri, Dec 4, 6:00 PM
Chicago · Moonlight Studios
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Red Bull Wings Cup National Final
Fri, Dec 4, 6:00 PM
Chicago · Moonlight Studios
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"Daniel O'Connell: The Emancipator" CHICAGO SCREENING
Sunday at 3:00 PM
Chicago · Chicago History Museum
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"Daniel O'Connell: The Emancipator" CHICAGO SCREENING
Sunday at 3:00 PM
Chicago · Chicago History Museum

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What are the best free events to attend?

According to Eventbrite, the best free events are:

A Conversation: State of Youth Mental Health

Newborn Care: First 48 Hours & Beyond- WEISSBLUTH PEDIATRICS (SOUTH LOOP)

Cassidy Theater Film Club x Art is Labor: SHOWING UP

Disease Control & Antimicrobial Stewardship Conference

Which events are currently trending in Chicago?

The trending searches this month in Chicago are:

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Which free events are coming up?

Discover the best free events happening soon – you don't want to miss them:

Artini at Gallery Guichrd!

2026 Research Symposium - Alzheimer's Association Community Conference

2026 iShine Women's Conference | Upgrade (In-Person)

League of Legends Worlds 2026 Watch Party - FREE