Centerstage Chicago praises Gray Line Tours for its “experience in the art of the bus tour,” and Travelmuse.com says it offers “an excellent overview of Chicago.” With this deal, subscribers receiveone adult ticket to an “Inside Chicago – Grand Tour” for $19, regularly $40. Kids can come along at a discount as well: a child’s ticket is $10, regularly $20.

This four-hour tour departs from the Palmer House Hilton on State Street and travels through the Loop and up the Magnificent Mile. Tours take patrons past the famous lion sculptures outside the Art Institute, Millennium Park, the Museum of Science and Industry and along the city’s famed Lake Shore Drive, with optional stops for photos at the scenic Museum Campus and Lincoln Park Conservatory.

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Big screen alien invasions are thrilling, but sometimes you’d like to enjoy a film without wearing plastic glasses. Discover the sophisticated cinematic experience you long for at Landmark Theatres, the nation’s largest chain of art houses dedicated to showcasing indie flicks. The exciting summer lineup includes three new releases from Magnolia Pictures, starring Oscar winners and silver screen vets, that have movie buffs abuzz. Take This Waltz, starring Michelle Williams and Seth Rogen, paints a bittersweet portrait of adult relationships; in The Magic of Belle Islethe star and director of The Bucket List, Morgan Freeman and Rob Reiner, reunite for a re-coming of age story; and 360 is a sexually charged thriller exploring intersecting lives, starring Anthony Hopkins, Jude Law, and Rachel Weisz. (Just be sure to check MovieTickets.com since release dates and film availability vary by location.) With this caliber of drama and A-list talent at select Landmark Theatres near you, something tells us you won’t miss the aliens. Or the glasses.

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Get rolling with this deal for 50% off roller skating at Aurora Skate Center. Select from the following options:

• $12 for admission for five people ($25 value).
• $25 for admission for 10 people ($50 value).

In business for 50 years, Aurora Skate Center offers a great environment for skaters of every skill level. There are training programs for beginners as well as competitive teams for the most seasoned skaters. Their monthly events and live DJ sessions are a great way to get exercise and have fun. Whether you come with family or friends, you are sure to have a terrific time with this deal from Aurora Skate Center.

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Sink a hole in one with this deal for 50% off mini golf for four people at Sugar Grove Family Fun Center ($28 value). Challenge three of your friends to 18 holes of mini golf, and stop by the full-scale amusement park afterward for a day full of go-karts and bumper boats.

With this kind of variety, it’s no surprise that the Family Fun Center has become a popular destination for Chicagoland fun-seekers. Everyone in your family is sure to have a blast on the putting green while navigating waterfalls, streams and sand traps. Putt your way to fun with this entertaining deal.

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Enjoy a day of family fun with 50% off a $50 Gift Certificate to Happenings Family Fun Center in Palatine. This 30-square-foot facility boasts loads of fun for the young and the young at heart.

Happenings has been open for just one year, but has already made a name for itself as a great family destination. With inflatable gyms for kids, a dance club designed for teens and an arcade with Xbox consoles for adults, this center has everything you need for a day of fun-filled activities. Their birthday packages make party planning easy, and the ample entertainment ensures that all your guests will have a great time.

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Enjoy a night of country and rock ‘n’ roll with 50% off a general admission ticket to an Alan Jackson and Neil Diamond tribute concert produced by Danny Z Entertainment ($20 value). This concert will be held at the Des Plaines Theater at 8 p.m. on Saturday, June 30, 2012.

Danny Z Entertainment is a productions company with a great love for The Rat Pack and for live entertainment in general. This tribute concert features musician Doug Brewin, who performs songs recorded by country music star Alan Jackson and aims to capture Jackson’s look and sound. Denny Diamond is one of the top Neil Diamond tribute artists, performing with a voice distinctly similar to the world-famous rock ‘n’ roll artist. Both musicians will perform at the beautiful Des Plaines Theater, which features impressive acoustics, high ceilings and art deco beauty. These two talented musicians, coupled with an amazing venue, are guaranteed to provide a fun, high-energy performance.

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Revive your closet with 50% off admission to TransWorld’s Jewelry, Fashion & Accessories show at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont ($10 value). With hundreds of vendors showcasing a wide variety of stylish apparel, you can fill your closet with fresh items and enjoy the company of fellow fashionistas.

Over the past 50 years, TransWorld Exhibits has become one of the largest independent tradeshow producers in the nation. Showcasing a diverse variety of expos, Transworld caters to all interests and tastes. The Jewelry, Fashion and Accessories show will have exhibitors with unique jewelry, new fashion trends, stylish sunglasses, shoes and more. Top off your girls’ weekend with this fun event, and be prepared for upcoming social gatherings with cute new outfits.

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Brush up on the history and mysteries of the Windy City with 50% off two adult tickets for the Chicago History Tour from Chicago’s Finest River Walk Tour ($50 value). This award-winning tour company offers a variety of walking tours that bring Chicago’s magnificent historical landscape to life, and they boast outstanding reviews on Yelp and TripAdvisor.

The Chicago History Tour is filled with interesting facts detailing how the City by the Lake went from an onion-strewn swamp to one of the world’s leading “Alpha” cities. Whether you’re a lifelong Chicago resident, suburbanite or first time visitor, this anecdotal tour will teach you all you need to know about local history, architecture and pop culture. Tour guides engage groups with fascinating storytelling, and a tour packet helps guests visualize Chicago’s illustrious past.

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Enjoy a professional ball game without the major-league price with this deal for 50% off four tickets to a Schaumburg Boomers baseball game at Schaumburg Baseball Stadium ($40 value). These tickets are for reserved box seats, providing an excellent view of the beautiful field.

As part of the independent Frontier League, The Schaumburg Boomers are kicking off their inaugural season this year. The friendly atmosphere makes a Boomers game the perfect place to bring the family for a day of fun and excitement. Check out their promotional schedule for fun giveaways, autograph sessions and “run the bases” opportunities for kids. The Schaumburg Baseball Stadium also offers a great variety of food and refreshments like pizza, hot dogs, nachos and the mighty “Schaumburger.” Take your family or friends out to the ball game with this exciting deal.

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Competition is constantly confronting us, whether it’s a battle of wits at work or a taco-eating contest among your friends. Test your challengers on the battlefield using this deal for 50% off two 30-minute laser tag sessions for one from LazerMaxx in Elgin ($24 value).

LazerMaxx has been providing endless entertainment and loads of fun to the Elgin area for eight years. It can accommodate corporate parties, sports teams, lock-ins, fundraisers and the birthday party of the year in its spacious facility. This family fun center means business when it comes to laser tag. They house a 5,000 square-foot, multi-level laser tag arena specially designed for all kinds of laser fun. In addition to the laser-tag battlefield, the center has an arcade area with a full prize center. Hone your tag skills at LazerMaxx.

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