Here’s a roundup of free days at Chicago-area museums, zoos and other cultural institutions. Plus 15 places that are always free.

The group will make a stop at Chicago’s Soldier Field on Thursday, Aug. 27 through Friday, Aug. 28. A link to tickets can be ...

We often view our parks, downtown restaurants and galleries as sites meant for tourists. Our advice? Don’t. Chicago is meant ...

A new Art Institute exhibition is putting the late architect back into the spotlight. Here are five places in the Chicago ...

As the winter months settle in, Chicagoans have a unique opportunity to explore the city's rich cultural landscape without spending a dime. This article will guide you through various museums and ...

January in Chicago is generally cold, but the city remains busy with free activities that make winter feel more manageable.

Adler Planetarium is projecting a space and musical tribute to Pink Floyd's "The Dark Side Of The Moon" on its full dome screen to mark the album's 50th anniversary. So I decided to test drive it for ...

The Chicago Bears are considering a move out of the Windy City, according to an open letter the team sent to fans on Dec. 17. The team said in the letter that it's considering Northwest Indiana as a ...

Fit City Kids is where exercise, imagination and movement collide—a family-friendly Chicago spot designed for kids who love to play and for parents who... Chicago, renowned for its sports culture and ...

Sending a letter to Santa is one of the sweetest holiday traditions, and Chicago makes it easy for kids to get their wish lists... Chicago Parent is Chicagoland’s trusted parenting hub since 1984. We ...

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One of the biggest and best meteor showers of the year is set to take to the skies this weekend, as the Geminids will hit their peak. According to astronomers, the annual meteor shower produces more ...