Over one year after the COVID-19 pandemic first arrived in the United States, vaccines are being rolled out across the country. Here’s the latest on where things stand in Illinois and the Chicago area:
Who can get vaccinated
All residents over the age of 16-years-old. And in Cook County, youth age 12 to 15 starting Thursday, May 13.
Where to get vaccinated
In Illinois:
Several state-run vaccinations sites are located throughout Illinois and are open to residents regardless of zip code. They are open to walk-ins and available for appointments. Map of locations and information here
In Chicago
The Chicago Department of Public Health recommends contacting your health care provider directly.
Chicagoans can also visit zocdoc.com/vaccine. To register by phone, call (312) 746-4835 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. City of Chicago vaccine sites are now-accommodating walk-ins in addition to people with appointments.
Map of Chicago vaccination sites located on the CDPH website
Participating Pharmacies
Participating pharmacies have their own websites where you can to set up an appointment as well, including: Costco | HyVee | Jewel-Osco | Kroger | Mariano’s | Meijer | Sam’s Club | Walgreens | Walmart
City of Chicago Vaccination Sites
Vaccination sites operated by the City of Chicago are now open to anyone 12+ and can accommodate walk-ins.
Vaccine Finder
While the best place to get your COVID-19 vaccine is with your healthcare provider, the City of Chicago is operating multiple vaccination sites.
All City of Chicago-operated sites accept walk-ins. Appointments are preferred but not required.
Chicagoans age 12-18 are able to receive vaccination at all City of Chicago sites offering Pfizer vaccine. Individuals under the age of 18 seeking vaccination need to be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
No Government issued ID or insurance required.
Appointments can be booked through the City’s call center at 312.746.4835 or through www.zocdoc.com/vaccine. All vaccine sites will accept walk-ins. A parent or guardian must accompany any minor under age 18.
Kennedy-King, Malcolm X, Richard J Daley, and Wilbur Wright vaccination sites will end vaccine operations on July 24, 2021.
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SITE
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ADDRESS
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DAYS AND HOURS OF OPERATION
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ELIGIBILITY
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TYPE OF VACCINE
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REGISTRATION
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CDPH Greater Lawn Immunization Clinic
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4150 W 55th St
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Monday - Friday:
8am - 4pm
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Anyone 12+ |
Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson
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Walk-ins welcome. Appointments recommended. Register at getvaxnow@chicago.gov.
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Kennedy-King College
(2nd dose only)
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6343 S Halsted St (Building W)
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Saturdays: 9am-3pm
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Anyone 18+ living in Englewood/West Englewood (60621 & 60636) |
J&J
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Walk-ins only, no appointments
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Malcolm X College
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1900 W Jackson Blvd
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Monday-Friday:
1pm-7pm
Saturdays: 9am-3pm
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Anyone 12+ |
Pfizer
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Link: www.zocdoc.com/vaccine
Phone: 312.746.4835
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Richard J. Daley College
(2nd dose only)
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7500 S Pulaski Rd
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Tuesday-Friday: Noon-6pm
Saturday: 9am-3pm
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Anyone 12+ |
Pfizer
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Link: www.zocdoc.com/vaccine
Phone: 312.746.4835
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Wilbur Wright College
(2nd dose only)
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4300 N Narragansett Ave |
Wednesday and Friday: Noon-6pm
Saturday: 9am-3pm
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Anyone 12+ |
Pfizer |
Link: www.zocdoc.com/vaccine
Phone: 312.746.4835
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Get vaccinated at a CPS school-based site
CPS has opened three school-based vaccination sites specifically for its students and families at the schools listed below. The vaccine is free for all and walk-ins are welcome.
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SITE
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ADDRESS
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DAYS AND HOURS OF OPERATION
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ELIGIBILITY
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TYPE OF VACCINE
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REGISTRATION
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Chicago Vocational Career Academy
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2100 E 87th St
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Tuesdays
9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
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Anyone 12+ |
Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson
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Walk-ins welcome, appointments can be made online.
Additional information available on the CPS website.
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Theodore Roosevelt High School
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3436 W Wilson Ave
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Wednesdays
9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
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Anyone 12+ |
Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson
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Walk-ins welcome, appointments can be made online.
Additional information available on the CPS website.
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Michele Clark High School
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5101 W Harrison St
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Thursdays
9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
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Anyone 12+ |
Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson
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Walk-ins welcome, appointments can be made online.
Additional information available on the CPS website.
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