Yesterday we managed to catch the train and bus back-to-back with no wait. Talk about a good sign, it’s about to be a great-ass weekend!

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• Ten years in, State Champs still sound like heartbreak at 100 mph. Their Salt Shed stop on January 9th is a can’t-miss for anyone who’s ever punched the air to a breakdown. Get tickets now.*

• Meet your new favorite pour — Gardenista. Fresh lime, bold herbs, and a subtle jalapeño twist, now available at Garfield’s Beverage. Chill, shake, or top with soda for a little sparkle. Pick up a bottle at Garfield’s.*

• Plus other just announced shows from B2K, “Weird Al” Yankovic, Alex Warren, Mötley Crüe, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Fred Again.., Emperor, Twin Peaks, and more!

FREE EVENTS IN CHICAGO

Think of this as your cheat code to living large on literally $0. Pop-ups, markets, concerts, no weird pyramid schemes, you wallet remains untouched, and you dignity intact. We rounded up everything free (and actually worth your time) across the city, now go take advantage.

• STUDIO 64: OLD SCHOOL DJ DANCE PARTY - Tonight at Arcada Theatre (8:30PM)

• THE MEADOWLARK LEMONS - Tonight at FitzGerald’s (9PM)

• FREE FRIDAYS - Tonight at Electric Hotel (11PM)

• LAUGHTER YOGA - Tomorrow at Logan Square Branch, Chicago Public Library (10:30AM)

• ANNOYANCE STUDENT JAM - Mondays at Annoyance Theatre (7PM)

THIS WEEKEND

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• If you live here and haven’t ice-skated under The Bean, or seen a tree lighting. We’re disappointed. Complete the holiday bucket list or turn in your deep dish privileges.

• Marty’s Martini Bar is back! The spot finally opened their doors to the public yesterday.

• It’s time for a dangerously charming holiday market. Is/Was Brewing is throwing a cozy lil’ holiday market on December 6th. If you haven’t seen their new space yet, this is your sign.

• We might be getting ahead of ourselves, but the Christkindlmarket just got cheesier, in a good way. Kraft is popping up December 10th-13th with snacks, samples, and prizes.

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There’s officially one week left till the CTA holiday train starts running!