Free concerts, character appearances and story time at Navy Pier this winter.

February 17, 2010 by Cindy

As you know from some of my other posts, I am always looking for FREE things to do with my kids here in Chicago.  Navy Pier has brought back their Toddlin Thursdays and weekend  Family Fun Days! Your family can enjoy FREE musical performances, story time, character appearances and more.  Plus, don’t forget that the Children’s Museum is FREE every Thursday from 5pm-8pm.

Toddlin Thursdays - Each Thursday through April 8th:

  • Musical Performances (including Chicago favorites like Mr. Singer and Super Stolie) at 12pm and 2pm.  Click here for complete list of performers.
  • Character Appearances including  Curious George at 11am, 1pm, 3pm and 4pm.  Click here for a complete list of characters.
  • Story time with World Kids at 3:30pm

Family Fun Days – Select weekends through April 28th.

  • Sat., Feb. 20th – Take It to the Max IMAX film at 12:15 and after show party (DJ and Michael Jackson impersonator) at the Family Pavilion Stage from 1-3pm.  First 400 guest receive FREE admission to the IMAX movie.
  • Sat., Feb. 20th from 3:30-4:30pm – Radio Disney Road Crew takes the Family Pavilion stage with music, dance and giveaways.
  • Sat., Feb. 27  - You learn to juggle with Mike Vondruska at noon and 3:30 or improve your circus skills with CircEsteem at 11am and 2:30pm.
  • Sun., Feb. 28th from 12-6pm Celebrate Poland.  Event features traditional music, dance, and food.
  • Thur., April 1- Sun., April 4 – The Family Pavilion will be transformed into the Storybook Square where the Storybook Villagers will at out stories and lead children in a host of games.  Guest can also take a picture with Bonny Bunny at the top of every hour.
  • All weekends March 6 through April 26th from 11am-5pm your family will be entertained by a variety of performers from jugglers and clowns to magicians and balloon artists.  Click here for a complete list of performers.

Unfortunately parking isn’t free, and I have yet to find an affordable alternative lot or street parking.  One affordable option is the CTA.  Click here for door to door directions using the CTA. Check out my blog on stroller friendly CTA stops for additional information.

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