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Exploring the culture and night life of Chicago can get expensive.
We have a discussion group on facebook, if you would like to join and discuss upcoming event ideas and things like that: https://www.facebook.com/groups/771200826332471/
Anyone can join, so please come on by!
This is a meetup group for things a little more on the inexpensive side- a great for parties, discount theatre tickets, bar discounts, free billiards nights, free days at museums, trips to the zoo, etc.
The less expensive it is to go out, the *more* we can all get together!
We'll see if we can get group discounts to some events, explore some "free days" at museums, go visit cheap greasy spoon diners, throw parties, etc.
I'm actually opening up the meetup so you can make suggestions of anything that's free and cheap in Chicago. Please bear in mind, while "free" is easy, "cheap" is relative.
Try to keep things inexpensive- if it's an item where there's a discount, a 50% discount is really sweet, but not if the cost is still something like $30. And don't just dump every little promotion you can think of here; that could go crazy. Use your good judgment, and let's find some terrific events to go to.
Upcoming events (4+)
Leagues played at various locations around Chicago. See league specifics for details!
When Springtime finally arrives in Chicago, everyone's goal is to be outside enjoying the weather as much as possible. And there's absolutely nothing better than joining a social intramural league! It's a blast getting to know new people playing games and then over drinks at your league sponsor bar that all teams walk to.
REGISTER TO JOIN US as we MEETUP for some coed, recreational level (ALL skill levels welcome) "Simply Social" sports leagues! You can sign up by yourself or with friends and get placed on a team for the season!
****Send me a message if you have any questions and I'll get back to you right away!****
NOTE: I'VE GOT A LOT OF DIFFERENT SPRING LEAGUES THAT RUN FROM APRIL-JUNE AND PLAY SUNDAY-FRIDAY ALL OVER THE CITY! THE DATE AND LOCATION SHOWN FOR THIS MEETUP EVENT ARE JUST A PLACEHOLDER. CHECK OUT MY WEBSITE FOR THE FULL LEAGUE OPTIONS, DETAILS & TO REGISTER FOR A SUPER FUN SEASON!! https://s3leagues.com/spring-leagues
WHY JOIN S3 SIMPLY SOCIAL SPORTS LEAGUES?
People love to join my 16" Softball, Kickball & Beach Volleyball league teams by themselves or with friends to get placed with others around their age. Once registered, you'll have a super fun weekly social experience in an environment where meeting people is just as important as the games! And we always have friendly people in my leagues, not overly competitive folks.
Hanging out with the same group week after week for 5-8 weeks makes it pretty effortless to build lasting relationships too. That's the best part :)
*Want to get on a team but can't make it to every game? No problem! We put extra players on every team for this very reason.
GET $20 OFF 16" SOFTBALL OR KICKBALL PLAYER FEES W/ PROMO CODE 'MEETUPHOOKUP'* PLUS GIRLS GET 50% OFF 16" SOFTBALL! Play 7-8 weeks for only $50-$85!! 5-week Beach Volleyball seasons are cheap too at only $65-70 for everyone :)
IF YOU'VE GOT A FULL TEAM TO SIGN UP, EMAIL [masked] (THAT'S ME!) TO REGISTER AND MAKE IT EVEN CHEAPER PER PLAYER!
FULL DETAILS & REGISTRATION: https://s3leagues.com/spring-leagues
In these leagues, ALL SKILL LEVELS ARE WELCOME (no experience required) and we can place anyone aged 21-42 on a team. Simply register by yourself or with friends and I'll put you with others around your age for the season. Then before we start I'll email EVERYTHING you need to know for the season including your teammate info, the full schedule, how/where we play and TONS more!
Over 84,000 past players (yeah that many haha) have had a blast the past 13 years I've run these leagues!
LEAGUES INCLUDE:
- 5-8 Week Season (varies by league)
- We buy your team some beer each week!
- Team player shirt in your requested size!
- Food and drink specials at your sponsor bar!
- Team victory bar parties for multiple league champs!
Members of this Meetup Group & Your Friends Get $20 OFF 16" Softball & Kickball Player League Fees! USE PROMO CODE 'MEETUPHOOKUP'! PLUS GIRLS GET 50% OFF 16" SOFTBALL! Play 5-8 weeks for just $50-$85! Beach volleyball is cheap for everyone at just $65-70 for 5 weeks.
FULL DETAILS & REGISTRATION: https://s3leagues.com/spring-leagues
I hope you let me show you what makes S3 Simply Social Sports Leagues so popular and exciting. I guarantee it'll be a unique experience unlike anything you've ever been a part of :)
Please send me a message if you have any questions!
Cheers,
Ben
- Ben S.
- Tom
- Rebecca
- 3 attendees
The Laugh Factory in Lakeview (Broadway & Belmont) is open for comedy and we all could use some laughs! We always get A LOT of people to attend these shows. Often times over 100 Meetup members!
If you attend by yourself or with friends and want to be seated in the Meetup group section, simply request this when you check in at the ticket booth! Then just say hi to those around you :)
Every First Friday of the month we get $5 TICKETS to their shows at 7:00, 9:00 & 11:00 pm. They're ALWAYS hilarious!
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Get your $5 tickets ASAP before the quantity they give us get sells out. And with our "laugh or get a refund" policy (that has never in 4 years been requested), I know you'll enjoy your MUCH NEEDED night out! This event is posted in lots of different Meetup groups, so the RSVP # won't show how many are actually attending.
READ THE DESCRIPTION OF EACH SHOW AND GET YOUR $5 TIX HERE: https://tinyurl.com/firstfridayslaughfactory
*You can purchase tickets for several people and multiple shows this night through the link. No physical tickets will be issued. Your name will be on a list at the door and all tickets will be under the purchaser's name. Groups of up to 6 people can be sat together if arriving together.
Please Note: These shows are for ages 18+ w/ ID. If you show up after start time you will not be able to enter. There is a 2 drink minimum per person per show (non-alcoholic or alcoholic). Drinks are reasonably priced, and a comedy show is funnier with a few drinks, so this shouldn't be an issue with how cheap our tickets are :) Also, an 18% service fee (aka gratuity) will be applied to all drink tabs at payment to be given directly to service staff.
No refunds or exchanges but tickets can be transferred.
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Is there parking? Street parking and some garages are available throughout the area. However, public transit, ridesharing apps, and taxi services are highly encouraged.
What is the dress code? There is no dress code. Be comfortable!
READ THE DESCRIPTION OF EACH SHOW AND GET YOUR $5 TIX HERE: https://tinyurl.com/firstfridayslaughfactory
Enjoy the laughter!
-Ben
- Ben S.
- Evelyn
- BRENDA C.
- 9 attendees
Let's MEETUP on Sunday Fundays this spring! There's nothing better in Chicago than playing in one of my laid back, coed, recreational "Simply Social" intramural leagues! For the past 12 years, people have been joining teams in my leagues because we offer not only a super fun outdoor activity, but also create an environment where meeting people is just as important as the games!
We get super cool, super friendly people to sign up, not overly competitive folks. Hanging out with the same group week after week for 8 weeks makes it effortless to build lasting relationships. That really is the best part :)
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TONS OF PEOPLE JOIN BY THEMSELVES OR WITH A FRIEND OR A FEW TO GET PLACED ON A TEAM OF OTHERS AROUND THEIR AGE!
*Want to get placed on a team but can't make it to every game? No problem! We put extra players on every team for this very reason.
FULL DETAILS & REGISTRATION: https://s3leagues.com/spring-leagues
PLAY 8-WEEKS FOR JUST $75 W/ PROMO CODE 'MEETUPHOOKUP'! ALSO, GIRLS PLAY 16" SOFTBALL FOR ONLY $47 W/ PROMO CODE 'SOFTBALLGIRLS'!
OR EMAIL [masked] (THAT'S ME!) TO REGISTER A FULL TEAM FOR A BIG DISCOUNT!
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FULL LEAGUE DETAILS:
*Don't pay attention to the RSVP #. People find out about and join these leagues from many places and they always fill up fast!
Before the season starts, you'll get an email with TONS of important info including your teammates' names and emails, the full schedule, how we play, sponsor bar location more.
FIRST GAMES: Sunday, April 16th. Games played 1:00-4:30 pm and your team's game time rotates weekly.
LENGTH: 8 Weeks. Multiple final day playoffs tournaments & all teams make it in!
LOCATION: Stanton Park (North & Halsted). There's easy and free parking lots right next to the fields here! All teams walk to the same post-game sponsor bar to hang out after playing!
FULL DETAILS & REGISTRATION: https://s3leagues.com/spring-leagues
Let me know if you have any questions at all! I hope to see you there ;)
Cheers, Ben
- Ben S.
- 1 attendee
The Laugh Factory in Lakeview (Broadway & Belmont) is open for comedy and we all could use some laughs! We always get A LOT of people to attend these shows. Often times over 100 Meetup members!
If you attend by yourself or with friends and want to be seated in the Meetup group section, simply request this when you check in at the ticket booth! Then just say hi to those around you :)
Every First Friday of the month we get $5 TICKETS to their shows at 7:00, 9:00 & 11:00 pm. They're ALWAYS hilarious!
***
Get your $5 tickets ASAP before the quantity they give us get sells out. And with our "laugh or get a refund" policy (that has never in 4 years been requested), I know you'll enjoy your MUCH NEEDED night out! This event is posted in lots of different Meetup groups, so the RSVP # won't show how many are actually attending.
READ THE DESCRIPTION OF EACH SHOW AND GET YOUR $5 TIX HERE: https://tinyurl.com/firstfridayslaughfactory
*You can purchase tickets for several people and multiple shows this night through the link. No physical tickets will be issued. Your name will be on a list at the door and all tickets will be under the purchaser's name. Groups of up to 6 people can be sat together if arriving together.
Please Note: These shows are for ages 18+ w/ ID. If you show up after start time you will not be able to enter. There is a 2 drink minimum per person per show (non-alcoholic or alcoholic). Drinks are reasonably priced, and a comedy show is funnier with a few drinks, so this shouldn't be an issue with how cheap our tickets are :) Also, an 18% service fee (aka gratuity) will be applied to all drink tabs at payment to be given directly to service staff.
No refunds or exchanges but tickets can be transferred.
***
Is there parking? Street parking and some garages are available throughout the area. However, public transit, ridesharing apps, and taxi services are highly encouraged.
What is the dress code? There is no dress code. Be comfortable!
READ THE DESCRIPTION OF EACH SHOW AND GET YOUR $5 TIX HERE: https://tinyurl.com/firstfridayslaughfactory
Enjoy the laughter!
-Ben
- Ben S.
- 1 attendee
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O'Hare International Airport
- Anna B.
- Oddie
- Abril
- 12 attendees