Teacher Discounts in Chicago
As a teacher, you work hard educating and caring for our children. Here is our list of the top stores and places that show their appreciation to first responders with deals, offers, promo codes, and freebies on entertainment, restaurants, hotels, shopping, and more! Some of the places listed offer discounted admission or prices during certain times of the year, while most of them offer a year round discount. So, whether you live in the Chicago area or are visiting on vacation, here are the top places where you can save money:
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Adidas- to thank you for your service they give teachers a 30% off discount online and in-store and 15% off at factory outlets throughout the Chicago area.
Adler Planetarium- supports teachers with one free adult entry admission. Visit their website for details.
American Blues Theater- honors educators with an exclusive deal. Teachers are eligible to purchase two half priced tickets to any performance. Visit their site for details.
Art Institute of Chicago- provides free admission to Illinois educators, teaching artists in schools, and homeschool parents everyday of the week. Register on their website to receive a free voucher for a complimentary ticket.
Field Museum- General Admission is free for Illinois teachers (pre-K through 12th grade). Show your employee ID when purchasing tickets at the museum
Great Wolf Lodge- (Gurnee, IL) save up to 40% off your stay with their "Howling Heroes Offer." This exclusive discount is available to teachers, military, and more.
Griffon Museum of Science & Industry- Pre-K through 12th grade Illinois teachers can receive FREE admission when you fill out the form online or when you show a valid ID onsite at the ticket office.
Harrah's- (Joliet, IL) shows their appreciation to teachers by giving you an extra 15% off hotel sale rates.
iFLY- supports educators by giving a 20% discount on select weekday packages when you verify with GovX. Teachers use the verification link during checkout to apply the discount. Terms and conditions apply.
Legoland Discovery Center- at certain times of the year, Legoland Discovery Centers offer teacher appreciation days/months where you receive free or discounter admission. Follow us on social media for the latest updates.
Lyric Opera of Chicago- through their "DEAL" discount ticket program, they offer a special rate of $35 to select performances to educators and school administrators. Register on their website to receive this deal.
Museum of Contemporary Art- shows their appreciation for educators with a special free admission to Illinois elementary and high school teachers when you show a professional ID.
Omni Chicago Hotel- gives a special government per diem rate to educators who work at public schools and public universities. Valid work ID required at check-in.
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum- show your work ID at the box office to receive one free ticket for yourself.
Red Roof Inn- gives teachers 2 ways to save on your next stay: National Education Assoc. (NEA) members can save 20% at any location nationwide. Use VP code# 607905. Government workers including public school teachers and university personnel can save 10% on your next vacation with VP code# 606732 .
Shedd Aquarium- thanks educators from Illinois, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Indiana with a free general admission. Reserve your tickets on their website. Exclusions apply.
Texas de Brazil- Offers a 10% heroes discount to teachers off the regular priced dinner, lunch, or salad area. Simply show a work ID to receive this deal.
Writers Theater (Glencoe, IL)- Educators can obtain a $30 ticket to any performance! Use the code EDUCATOR online or mention your educator status when making a reservation on the phone. Present a valid educator ID at will call to pick up your ticket. One discounted ticket per valid educator ID.