{"id":6737,"date":"2016-07-12T09:36:29","date_gmt":"2016-07-12T14:36:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/?p=6737"},"modified":"2020-01-10T11:07:05","modified_gmt":"2020-01-10T16:07:05","slug":"cheap-chicago-date-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/cheap-chicago-date-ideas\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Cheap Chicago Date Ideas"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">College student? First year in the field? We\u2019ve all been there<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (including some of us at UrbanMatter right now).<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just because you\u2019re on a budget doesn\u2019t mean you shouldn\u2019t be able to enjoy yourself, especially in the beautiful city of Chicago. So, if your pockets aren\u2019t as <em>f l e x <\/em>i<em> b l e<\/em> as you\u2019d like them to be, you\u2019re in for a treat. Indulge in life\u2019s luxuries with the one you love, without breaking the bank, with this handy list of cheap dates ideas. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(You can thank us later).<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2>Activities<\/h2>\n<p><b><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6739 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/shutterstock_199849865-1.jpg\" alt=\"Cheap Chicago Date Ideas\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/shutterstock_199849865-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/shutterstock_199849865-1-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/shutterstock_199849865-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/shutterstock_199849865-1-128x86.jpg 128w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>1. Take a Bike Ride<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Catch the breathtaking scenery of the city while getting your blood flowing for only $10. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.divvybikes.com\/pricing\/24-Hour-Passes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Divvy bike rentals<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> last for 24 hours. This\u2019ll help you save on taxi and bus fares so you can spend your money where it counts \u2013 for food and entertainment!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>2. Trip to the Museum<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re looking for a pre-weekend date night, here\u2019s a cool option. Take a break from the party scene and view the massive selection of over 300,000 pieces of art at the <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.artic.edu\/visit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Art Institute of Chicago<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. On Thursdays, Illinois residents get in for <\/span><b>free <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">from 5 &#8211; 8pm.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6740 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/shutterstock_318534491.jpg\" alt=\"Cheap Chicago Date Ideas\" width=\"600\" height=\"397\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/shutterstock_318534491.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/shutterstock_318534491-600x397.jpg 600w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/shutterstock_318534491-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/shutterstock_318534491-128x86.jpg 128w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>3. Go to a Free Concert<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Artists of all genres will conquer the stage during <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cityofchicago.org\/city\/en\/depts\/dca\/supp_info\/millennium_park9.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Millennium Park\u2019s summer music series<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Most importantly, this series is absolutely <\/span><b>free<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to you. Check out the schedule here.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>4. Animal Lovers, Rejoice<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who wouldn\u2019t want to see a tiger or elephant for free? The <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.lpzoo.org\/plan-your-visit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lincoln Park Zoo<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> always has <\/span><b>free<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> admission. (<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just plan for parking).<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b>5. Attend an Improv Show<\/b><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.secondcity.com\/shows\/chicago\/venue\/chicago-mainstage\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Second City offers improv shows<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at cheap rates (<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$10 tickets<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) for students. Take a peek at their upcoming shows.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6741 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/beach-vacations-chicago-illinois-beach-01.jpeg\" alt=\"Cheap Chicago Date Ideas\" width=\"601\" height=\"384\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/beach-vacations-chicago-illinois-beach-01.jpeg 720w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/beach-vacations-chicago-illinois-beach-01-600x383.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/beach-vacations-chicago-illinois-beach-01-300x192.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 601px) 100vw, 601px\" \/><br \/>\n<\/b><em>Photo Credit:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluegreenvacations.com\/?gclid=CO3HqdSW7s0CFRCRaQodQaQJ1w\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Blue Green Vacations<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><b>6. Go to the Beach<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Though this is limited to the summer and good weather, it\u2019s a great <\/span><b>free<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> activity. Why not take advantage of it while you can? Just pack a lunch and soak up the sun. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(And as always, plan for parking).<\/span><\/i>\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.chicagoparkdistrict.com\/parks\/north-avenue-beach\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">North Avenue Beach<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a favorite.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>7. Take a Swing at the Batting Cages<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bat away at <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sluggersbar.com\/games2.asp?page=games\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sluggers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This is a super fun, multi-level bar with batting cages. You can typically find a Groupon deal for them too. Also, on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, they have live dueling pianos, which is a must-see experience!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>8. Trivia Night<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Put up $12 or $16 for a pitcher, dominate the <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.state-chicago.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">State\u2019s trivia night<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and you two could walk out with an $800 cash prize. Need we say more?<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Food &amp; Drink<\/h2>\n<p><b><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6742 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/maxresdefault.jpg\" alt=\"Cheap Chicago Date Ideas\" width=\"601\" height=\"335\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/maxresdefault.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/maxresdefault-600x334.jpg 600w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/maxresdefault-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/maxresdefault-1024x570.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/maxresdefault-1300x724.jpg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 601px) 100vw, 601px\" \/><br \/>\n<\/b><em>Photo Credit:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=CSkitaIH90I\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Youtube<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><b>9. Grab Dessert<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skip right to dessert with your sweetie and split a sundae. <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.margiesfinecandies.com\/ice-cream-gallery.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Margie\u2019s Candies<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offers an old-school ice cream parlor experience with the largest sundae you\u2019ll ever see, The Royal George ala George. And if that\u2019s not enough to satisfy your sweet tooth, grab a box of homemade candy for the road.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>10. Wine Tasting<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stop by <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.lushwineandspirits.com\/tasting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lush Wine &amp; Spirits<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on Sunday from 2 &#8211; 5pm for free wine tasting. Afterward, take a bottle home from their $10 bottle selection.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you\u2019re getting some exercise, perfecting your swing, or satisfying your sweet tooth, get the best bang for your buck and an awesome date night. Got other cheap date night ideas? Share them below.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>College student? First year in the field? We\u2019ve all been there (including some of us at UrbanMatter right now). 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