Chicago, IL bingo cards
Whether you live in Chicago or you're visiting, these free bingo cards turn local sights into a game for any age.
Make your cards
Preview of one card. Tap squares to try marking them. Every printed card is shuffled differently.
Chicago bingo word list
These 26 words fill a 5x5 card with a free space, with a few extra for variety. They combine Chicago with Illinois symbols from the Prairie State and familiar sights from any American town.
- Chicago
- Welcome to Chicago
- Illinois
- Skyscraper
- Deep-dish pizza
- Lincoln's home
- Chicago-style hot dog
- Violet
- Corn field
- Lake Michigan
- Grocery store
- Traffic jam
- Neighbor waving
- Fireworks show
- Post office
- Local diner
- Street festival
- Library
- Bus stop
- Ice cream shop
- Bike lane
- Downtown
- Food truck
- Parade
- Weather report
- Springfield
Ideas for Chicago bingo
Neighborhood walk
Take the cards on a walk around Chicago and mark what you see: a mural, a food truck, a dog park. Kids stay curious the whole way.
Visitors and newcomers
New to Chicago? Treat the card as a checklist of first-month adventures and cross off each square as you explore.
Block party or festival
Hand cards out at a Chicago block party or street fair. Neighbors mark squares as they meet people and find booths.
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Frequently asked questions
What words are on the Chicago bingo cards?
The list includes Chicago, Illinois favorites like Skyscraper and Deep-dish pizza, and everyday city sights like grocery store and traffic jam. You can edit every word before printing.
Can I add local Chicago places?
Yes. Add your school, neighborhood park or favorite restaurant in Chicago to the word list, one per line, and they'll be shuffled into every card.
How many cards can I print?
Up to 200 at a time, with 1, 2 or 4 cards per page. Each card is shuffled differently.