It’s the final week of August and there are so many back to school events to check out! Enjoy a Crafternoon at the Red Balloon with WE Events, head over to Fleet Fields for an outdoor screening of School of Rock, or go hang at the Pilsen Back to School Block Party. Make the most of your week in Chicago before school starts!
Movies in the Parks – The Wiz
Monday, August 26, 8:00 – 10:13pm
South Shore Cultural Center
Back to School Crafternoon with WE Events
Tuesday, August 27, 2:30 – 4:00pm
The Red Balloon Co.
FREE afternoon of fun filled back to school crafts for the kiddos.
Sundown Sessions: Classical
Tuesday, August 27, 6:00 – 7:30pm
Gallagher Way
Enjoy some live music at Gallagher way. Outside food and blankets are welcome.
Free Admission to the Field Museum
Weekly on Wednesday until November 13
Basic admission is free for Illinois residents with proof of residency.
Back to School Movie Night
Wednesday, August 28, 7:30 – 10:00pm
Fleet Fields
Showing: School of Rock. Bring your own blankets, chairs and snacks!
Free Admission the Nature Museum
Weekly on Thursday, until September 5
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
Illinois residents enjoy free or pay-what-you-want admission every Thursday until Sept. 5.
Pilsen Back to School Block Party
Thursday, August 29, 2pm – 5pm
Open Books Pilsen
Giving away free backpacks, books, and school supplies! There will be food, drink, music, storytime, as well as arts & crafts!
Sing Along with Mr. Singer
Weekly on Wednesdays & Fridays, 9:15 – 10:00am
Lincoln Park Zoo
Main Barn at the Farm-in-the-Zoo.
Love Pilsen at the Park
Saturday, August 31, 11am – 2pm
Dvorak (Anton) Park
Free community event. Bounce houses, fire truck rides, BBQ, storytime, school supplies & live music!
Philz Coffee Soft Opening, Hyde Park
Saturday, August 31, 11am – 3pm
Check out the new store, meet the team and enjoy complimentary coffee and treats. RSVP.
Don’t forget to take a look at our calendar for the full list of events going on this week!
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