Lava Island

Free Admission for Illinois Residents

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 · 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

You can reserve your free tickets online in advance; your resident status will be verified using the zip code associated with the billing address provided. If you’re unable to reserve tickets in advance, please stop by the admissions desks on the day of your visit for assistance. Free Winter Weekdays: January 5–February 28 Free admission is available from 11 a.m. through closing each weekday we’re open (5 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays and 8 p.m. on Thursdays) For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
Date & Time: Feb 18, 2026, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Schedule: weekly on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, starting from 1/5/26, until 2/28/26
Venue: The Art Institute of Chicago
111 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, 60603
(312) 443-3600
Cost: Free
Registration: Drop-in (no registration needed)