Free things to do this weekend in and around Chicago

Chicago's Top Picks for FREE family-friendly fun Friday, June 26, 2026 to Sunday, June 28, 2026

(Scroll down for full, detailed list of free weekend activities.)

Latine Fest at Lincoln Park Zoo - Lincoln Park Zoo - 2400 North Cannon Drive, Chicago, IL 60614 - Friday, June 26, 2026, 6 pm to 10 pm

Nature Playdates at Heller Nature Center: Messy Play Day - Heller Nature Center - Ridge Road, Highland Park, IL - Saturday, June 27, 2026, 10 am to 12 pm

Free spring mini photo session with Shoott! - Chicago - Shoott - Broadway, Chicago, IL - Sunday, June 28, 2026, see link for times

College students can participate in bicultural identity study - University of Rochester - ONLINE ONLY - Friday, June 26, 2026 to Sunday, June 28, 2026, 24/7

Kids Bowl Free - Register your kids for a summer fun bowling pass today - Kids Bowl Free - Find a participating bowling center near you today! - Friday, June 26, 2026 to Sunday, June 28, 2026, see website for details