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Museum & zoo free days

Lincoln Park Zoo

A real zoo in the middle of Chicago that is open 365 days a year and always free.

What it costs you: Nothing at allNo end dateVerified on Sept 27, 2026

Museum & zoo free days

MCA Chicago free Tuesdays and free for 18 and under

The Museum of Contemporary Art is free for Illinois residents Tuesdays 5-9 pm, and always free for anyone 18 and under.

What it costs you: Nothing at allNo end dateVerified on Sept 27, 2026

Museum & zoo free days

Garfield Park Conservatory

Chicago residents get into this giant indoor jungle at no charge; donations welcome.

What it costs you: Nothing at allNo end dateVerified on Sept 27, 2026

Museum & zoo free days

Smart Museum of Art

The University of Chicago’s art museum is always free and open to the public.

What it costs you: Nothing at allNo end dateVerified on Sept 27, 2026

Museum & zoo free days

Chicago Cultural Center

Free admission to Chicago’s “People’s Palace,” with stained-glass domes and free music, dance, theater and films.

What it costs you: Nothing at allNo end dateVerified on Sept 27, 2026

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