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Daily Email - Friday - 06/19/2026
Happy Juneteenth, Chicago! You still have time to run to the The DuSable today for the chance to celebrate Freedom Day at the nation’s oldest independent Black History Museum. Learn and honor the celebration with their free event and see other community events here.
Now let’s keep things rolling with a giveaway for this inspiring Broadway in Chicago production…
Last chance to step under the big top! Follow Jacob’s circus journey in Water for Elephants, a Broadway show full of spectacle, storytelling, and daring acrobatics. Experience it in Chicago before it’s gone. Win your way into the June 24th show.*
JUST ANNOUNCED
Taste of Chicago returns to Grant Park July 8th-12th with five days of free food, live music, SummerDance lessons, and citywide flavor. Sample bites from local vendors, catch performances, and experience one of Chicago’s favorite summer traditions. See what’s in store for this year!*
Chicago’s legendary Gold Coast Art Fair returns to Grant Park Saturday and Sunday with 200+ artists, live music, family fun, fest bars, and great eats. Enter now for your chance to win a $100 ArtFest Gift Card.*
Femme Fridays gets a boost when Roxy Ferrari takes over Hideaway tonight. Start the weekend early with her high-energy show at the nightclub. Get tickets for tonight!*
Godzilla Comedy Show crashes into The Den Theatre with stand-up, live music, sketches, and craziness led by Japanese comedians KT and Seiji. Use code "Do312" for 15% off.*
FREE THINGS TO DO
Chicago doesn't have to be expensive. From outdoor movies and neighborhood festivals to concerts, markets, and museum days, we've rounded up the best free things happening around the city right now.
GARCIA’S CHICAGO PRESENTS
MICHAEL GLABICKI OF RUSTED ROOT WITH DIRK MILLER
Michael Glabicki has spent decades crafting the unmistakable sound of Rusted Root, and he's bringing those songs to an intimate Chicago stage with Dirk Miller. Expect a stripped-down evening of rhythm, storytelling, and the roots-driven music that made Rusted Root a festival favorite.*
HYPE UP YOUR SUMMER
 | FRI 06.19-SAT 06.20 - WINNETKA MUSIC FESTIVAL in DOWNTOWN WINNETKA SAT 06.20 - 2026 DRAGON BOAT RACE FOR LITERACY at PING TOM MEMORIAL PARK (FREE) SAT 06.20 - GODSMACK at CREDIT UNION 1 AMPHITHEATRE SAT 06.20-SUN 06.21 - THE KID ZONE at TASTE OF RANDOLPH (FREE + RSVP)* EVERY WED. - BOTTOMLESS MIMOSAS ON THE RIVERWALK (WIN)* |
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The Major League Rugby Championship is in Chicago this weekend. While I am a women’s rugby player - I guess you should go support the men too. The rugby thighs are calling your name…
The West Loop Community Organization presents your Taste Of Randolph™ 2026 lineup. Ranging from Chicago favorites to national headliners with Gene Farris, The Happy Fits, Joyce Manor, Justin Martin, Matt Maeson, and more! See who else is playing!*
FEATURED
btdubs - earlier this week for date night, my partner and I hit up Champions of Magic at Studebaker Theater. The show’s here till August, and we could not get enough. I knew it was gonna be good, and it was even better than that. Take our advice and make this your next date night or family outing!
