Chicago holidays

Chicago New Year’s Eve: events, fireworks, parties, and more

From swanky balls at historic hotels to live DJs at underground clubs to unforgettable meals at Michelin-starred restaurants — there are tons of memorable ways…

Holiday family fun in Chicago

The holidays are a magical time in the city, especially with kids in tow. There are so many fun things to do with kids in…

Holidays in Chicago: Top things to do and see

There’s no time like Christmas in Chicago, where you can’t help but feel the magic of the holiday season. The city is full of bustling…

Holidays, Shopping and fashion

Guide to holiday shopping in Chicago

Find something for everyone on your list (including yourself) at Chicago’s top boutiques, retail centers, and shopping districts. Our guide to shopping in Chicago during…

Top spots in Chicago for holiday lights

‘Tis the season to be merry and bright! Celebrate this magical time of year with Chicago’s most luminous Christmas light displays and traditions. Here are…

Blog, Family, Festivals & special events, Holidays, Special events

Your guide to The Magnificent Mile Lights Festival 2022

The holiday season in Chicago is always an exciting time. With countless events across multiple neighborhoods, there are so many ways to celebrate. One event…

Published on October 24, 2022 by Zoe Krey

Smaller Ballet Folklorico Xochitl girls in a line at the Arts in the Dark parade

Halloween in Chicago: Top events and things to do

Experience Halloween in Chicago with these spooky, spectacular, and supernatural events. The city is packed with haunted happenings every autumn, from frightening to family-friendly activities. Celebrate…

Holidays, Tours & attractions

Chicago ghost tours for Halloween

Chicago’s long and fascinating history — and that includes quite a few ghost stories. This Halloween, explore the city’s spooky side, from supernatural sites to…

Free & cheap, Holidays

Free Halloween events in Chicago

Halloween in Chicago is so much more than just trick-or-treating. There are magical nighttime parades, authentic Day of the Dead celebrations, spine-tingling ghost tours, and…

Family, Holidays

Kid-friendly Halloween events in Chicago

Tricks, treats, and costume fun — Halloween season brings tons of family-friendly events and activities to Chicago. You can pick your own pumpkins, go trick-or-treating,…