On Saturday, September 22, Smithsonian magazine will celebrate Museum Day, offering free admission to institutions throughout the country. In Chicago, you'll be able to score free tickets to places like the National Writers Museum, the Museum of Contemporary Art, Adler Planetarium and the DuSable Museum of African American History. Claim your free ticket by visiting the Smithsonian website, where you can browse the list of participating institutions.
Now that the school year is back in full swing, weekends are more precious than ever for families. Fill your days off with fun events that everyone will enjoy. September ushers in kid-friendly events like Fall Fest at Lincoln Park Zoo, Museum Day and Fiesta Familiar. Of course, there's still time to check out a classic Chicago summer festival, with options like Festival de la Villita, St. Alphonsus Oktoberfest and Lakeview Taco Fest. Soak up the last days of summer with our guide to September events for kids in Chicago.
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