Going out in Chicago can be expensive, but it doesn’t have to be. There’s plenty of fun to be had every week without putting a dent in your wallet. We’re making it easier for you by providing a weekly guide to free things to do throughout the city.
THURSDAY, JUNE 20
Sauced Night Market at House of Vans
113 N. Elizabeth St., 312-733-5270
Sample beer and cocktails, watch artists paint an 18-foot mural, and shop dozens of vendors selling food, clothing, plants, candles, soap and more. 5-10 p.m. houseofvanschicago.queueapp.com
FRIDAY, JUNE 21
Cloztalk Social Impact Block Party at Box Shops by Related
725 W. Randolph St.
Learn about the missions of more than 100 charities while enjoying food and drink from Haymarket Pub & Brewery. 4-10 p.m.

SATURDAY, JUNE 22
Jubilant Birthday Bash at Z Bar
108 E. Superior St., 312-573-6888
The lounge within The Peninsula Chicago celebrates its first anniversary with a set from local DJ Chess Knight and complimentary slices of birthday cake. 7 p.m. zbarchicago.com

SUNDAY, JUNE 23
Wicker Park Farmers Market at Wicker Park
1425 N. Damen Ave., 773-384-2672
Take a yoga class, catch a performance by the 1099 String Quartet, drop off your composting and shop local vendors selling crepes, honey, juice, vegan baked goods and more. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. wickerparkbucktown.com
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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26
Barn Dance at Theater on the Lake
2401 N. Lake Shore Drive, 312-414-1313
The Golden Horse Ranch Band provides music for line and contra dancing at the second annual event, which celebrates the venue’s role as a dance hall from the ’30s through the ’50s. 6-9 p.m.
https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/events/theater-lake-prologue


