Chicago’s Black Wednesday, Black Friday, & Black Friday WEEK deals and parties

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There’s no better season to snag a good deal than Black Friday, an American retail tradition following Thanksgiving. While shopping primarily takes place at big stores like Walmart or online with Amazon, there are a few opportunities to celebrate this holiday tradition in Chicago at local restaurants. Additionally, don’t miss a special Black Friday deal with Chicago Star! Find out more below.

Chicago Star Media’s Black Friday Week BOGO special

Businesses looking for a way to expand their reach can take advantage of Chicago Star Media’s Black Friday Week BOGO special on sponsored articles. Now through the Friday, December 6, purchase a sponsored article with us and get one FREE. Sponsored articles include a full interview with one of our writers, circulation on our front page, and a feature in our weekly City Buzz newsletter. 

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Bodega Taqueria y Tequila’s Black Out Wednesday parties

Join both locations in River North and West Loop for Black Out Wednesday celebrations on Wednesday, November 27 to kick off Thanksgiving weekend. Music, drink, and late-night bites will be provided. 

Bodega’s River North location will feature sounds by MACH from  9 p.m. to 1 a.m. The West Loop location will feature DJ Metro from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. while guests enjoy tacos and tequila. Reservations are recommended. 

Hard Rock Cafe Chicago's Pre-Black Friday Breakfast with Santa

On Thanksgiving Day—Thursday, November 28—the Hard Rock Cafe Chicago will host its Breakfast with Santa for families to ring in the holiday season. From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., guests can dine at the festive breakfast buffet while taking photos with Santa. Tickets are $25 for adults and $13 for children.

Old Town Pour House’s Black Friday Holiday Gift Card special

From Black Friday though Tuesday, December 31, all Old Town Pour House locations are offering a bounce-back deal on holiday gift cards, both in-house and online. For $100 purchased in gift cards, guests will get a $50 bounce back; for $50 purchased in gift cards, guests will get a $20 bounce back. Bounce-back offers are redeemable in January and February 2025. Old Town Pour House locations can be found in downtown Chicago, Oak Brook, and Naperville. 

At the Naperville location only on Black Friday, the Goose Island Bourbon County Stout will be put on tap at 11 a.m. for guests to enjoy. 

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