It’s somehow the last full week of March, which feels suspiciously fast. We’ll spare you the whole “time flies when you’re having fun in Chicago” spiel (okay fine, we said it) and get down to what you actually want: free stuff.

JUST ANNOUNCED

• Godzilla Comedy is back for another show on April 5th at The Den Theatre. The show is a fast, chaotic blast of duo stand‑up, live music, and top‑tier comedians. Snag a pair of discounted tickets til March 28th!*

• Fun for the whole family, your favorite Disney stars take the stage at United Center and Allstate Arena this October. We’re giving away some free tickets to the shows.*

• CEMC brings together Chicago's electronic music and nightlife community for a full day of panels, workshops, and hands-on demos at Ramova Theatre on April 11th. Enter to win a pair of tickets and AIAIAI Headphones.*

• Plus other just announced shows from Belmont Sheffield Music Festival, Wu-Tang, Kesha, Steel Pulse, Anvil, Mindy Smith, Chris Travis, and more!

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THIS WEEK

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LOCALS ONLY

• Potluck For The People is exactly what it sounds. A burlesque/drag/fringe community get together - bring something to eat, volunteer to help, or just drop by and eat! Monday at The Newport.

• A Texas dessert spot is pulling up to Fulton Market on April 30th. Come get your sugar fix.

• Laugh Your Face Off for a good cause. The annual benefit is back at Aon Grand Ballroom on April 25th. Snag some seats now.

• Festival season is creeping up, and Chicago is more than just music festivals. Grunge Fest is Thursday, and Bacon, Bourbon & Bubbles Fest is Saturday, just to give you a little taste. See what else is coming up.

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