Free things to do this weekend in and around Chicago

Chicago's Top Picks for FREE family-friendly fun Friday, April 24, 2026 to Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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

• Free spring mini photo session with Shoott! - Chicago - Shoott, Broadway, New York, NY, USA, Sunday, April 26, 2026, See link for times
• Celebrate Earth Week at Lincoln Park Zoo - Lincoln Park Zoo, 2400 North Cannon Drive, Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL 60614, Sunday, April 26, 2026, 10 am - 2 pm