Free things to do this weekend in and around Chicago

Chicago's Top Picks for FREE family-friendly fun Friday, September 12, 2026 to Sunday, September 13, 2026.

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FREE fall and holiday mini photo sessions with Shoott! - Chicago - Shoott - Broadway, New York, NY, USA, 09/12/2026, 09/13/2026, 09/18/2026, See link for times