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Illinois Holocaust Museum presents Experience360
Nov29
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Illinois Holocaust Museum presents Experience360

Illinois Holocaust Museum presents Experience360 provides a panoramic view through history and truth, inviting visitors of all backgrounds to witness stories of survival, ask questions, and reflect…

Saturday, November 29th
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Illinois Holocaust Museum presents Experience360
360 N State St
Christkindlmarket
Nov29
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Christkindlmarket

What can you expect at the market?  The German-style Christmas Market provides a safe outdoor experience for the whole family. All Christkindlmarkets are always free admission. The smell of roasted nuts,…

Saturday, November 29th
11:00 a.m.9:00 p.m.
Daley Civic Center
50 W. Washington St.
McCormick Tribune Ice Rink
Nov29
Sports & Recreation

McCormick Tribune Ice Rink

Ice skating at the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink in Millennium Park begins Nov. 21 (weather permitting). Admission to the ice rink will be free, but…

Saturday, November 29th
11:00 a.m.10:30 p.m.
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph St
Chicago Greeter InstaGreeter Walks of the Loop
Nov29

Chicago Greeter InstaGreeter Walks of the Loop

InstaGreeter Downtown walks Looking for a quick and easy way to see downtown Chicago’s top sights? Let InstaGreeter take you on a free hour-long guided…

Saturday, November 29th
11:30 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Meet at Chicago Cultural Center – Welcome Desk – Randolph St. Entrance
Seadog Architecture Tour on the Chicago River
Nov29
Tours & Attractions

Seadog Architecture Tour on the Chicago River

Soak in unobstructed views of Chicago’s world-famous architecture with an exciting 45-minute ride on our Seadog Chicago River Architecture Tour! Starting right on the Chicago…

Saturday, November 29th
12:30 p.m.1:30 p.m.
City Cruises – River Esplanade
455 N Cityfront Plaza Dr
EXP Presents Horizon of Khufu
Nov29
Tours & Attractions

EXP Presents Horizon of Khufu

Be among the first to experience EXP Rosemont, a brand-new 26,000-square-foot immersive destination blending art, science and technology through rotating world-class experiences. Opening its doors…

Saturday, November 29th
1:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
EXP
9900 Berwyn Avenue
Vienna Boys Choir: Christmas in Vienna
Nov29
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Vienna Boys Choir: Christmas in Vienna

Overview For six centuries, the child musicians of the Vienna Boys Choir have been enthralling the world with their lively singing style and purity of…

Saturday, November 29th
1:30 p.m.3:30 p.m.
Chicago Symphony Center
220 S Michigan Ave
A Christmas Carol
Nov29
Theatre & Performing Arts

A Christmas Carol

“I will honor Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year.” Rediscover a Dickens’ classic with an adaptation that “makes you…

Saturday, November 29th
2:00 p.m.
Goodman Albert Theatre
170 N. Dearborn, Chicago, IL, 60601
The Taming of the Shrew
Nov29
Theatre & Performing Arts

The Taming of the Shrew

Deception, disguise, and desire. What if we want to be tamed? The richest man in town has two daughters and one big problem: he refuses to marry…

Saturday, November 29th
2:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Court Theatre
5535 S. Ellis, Chicago, IL, 60637
ComedySportz Chicago
Nov29
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

ComedySportz Chicago

Chicago’s longest running and best interactive improv comedy experience. ComedySportz is comedy played as a sport, not comedy ABOUT sports (whew). Refs, fouls, points, games…

Saturday, November 29th
6:00 p.m.7:30 p.m.
Malarkey Comedy Company
1501 N Kingsbury St
Family Flaws Stage Play
Nov29
Theatre & Performing Arts

Family Flaws Stage Play

Come hang out with the Carter Family in this hilarious stage play as they deal with their family issues, challenges and drama.

Saturday, November 29th
6:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Baer Theater at Morgan Park Academy
2153 W 111th St, Chicago, IL, 60643
The Infinite Wrench
Nov29
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

The Infinite Wrench

Don’t miss the longest running late-night show in Chicago! At The Infinite Wrench you’ll see 30 original plays in 60 minutes written and performed by…

Saturday, November 29th
7:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
The Neo-Futurist Theater
5153 N. Ashland Ave.
Teatro Zinzanni
Nov29
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Teatro Zinzanni

Tickets are on sale Now at https://zinzanni.com/chicago/ for Love, Chaos, & Dinner ! Teatro Zinzanni returns to the vibrant Chicago Loop inside the velvet walls…

Saturday, November 29th
7:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Spiegeltent – Cambria Hotel
32 W. Randolph
Amadeus
Nov29
Theatre & Performing Arts

Amadeus

Vienna: a cacophony of music and intrigue. The emperor’s composer, Antonio Salieri, holds court until the flamboyant entrance of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: prodigy and wild…

Saturday, November 29th
7:30 p.m.
Steppenwolf Theatre Company
1650 N. Halsted St. , Chicago, IL, 60614
Baby Wants Candy! The Original Completely Improvised Musical
Nov29
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Baby Wants Candy! The Original Completely Improvised Musical

“CRITICS’ PICK. TRULY AMAZING!” – New York Times “BEST VISITING IMPROV COMEDY!”– TimeOut NY “HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!” – The Onion “★★★★★” THEY ARE AN ENTERTAINMENT PHENOMENON AND I…

Saturday, November 29th
7:30 p.m.8:30 p.m.
The Second City
1616 N. Wells St.
Clued In
Nov29
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Clued In

After getting a single suggestion, the cast of six professional comedians asks the audience to choose a detective. Enjoy as they invent a tale of…

Saturday, November 29th
7:30 p.m.8:30 p.m.
The Second City
1616 N. Wells St., Theater on the Second Floor
The Improvised Shakespeare Company®
Nov29
Theatre & Performing Arts

The Improvised Shakespeare Company®

The Improvised Shakespeare Company® proudly presents its critically-acclaimed, long-running hit show Improvised Shakespeare Chicago, now in its 19th year! Join us for an evening of…

Saturday, November 29th
7:30 p.m.9:00 p.m.
iO Theater
1501 N. Kingsbury St.
CSO at the Movies: How to Train Your Dragon in Concert
Nov29
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

CSO at the Movies: How to Train Your Dragon in Concert

Overview A young Viking named Hiccup defies tradition when he befriends a ferocious dragon he calls Toothless, and together, these unlikely heroes must fight against…

Saturday, November 29th
7:30 p.m.9:30 p.m.
Chicago Symphony Center
220 S Michigan Ave
The Taming of the Shrew
Nov29
Theatre & Performing Arts

The Taming of the Shrew

Deception, disguise, and desire. What if we want to be tamed? The richest man in town has two daughters and one big problem: he refuses to marry…

Saturday, November 29th
7:30 p.m.9:30 p.m.
Court Theatre
5535 S. Ellis, Chicago, IL, 60637
Chicago Philharmonic Presents: Sleeping At Last – Home for the Holidays
Nov29
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Chicago Philharmonic Presents: Sleeping At Last – Home for the Holidays

Following their acclaimed collaboration and a sold-out World Premiere tour in 2024, Sleeping At Last and the Chicago Philharmonic reunite for a new concert experience—this time, to celebrate the…

Saturday, November 29th
7:30 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Auditorium Theatre
50 East Ida B. Wells Drive
A Night of Mellon Collie and Infinite Sadness
Nov29
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

A Night of Mellon Collie and Infinite Sadness

Billy Corgan achieved stratospheric fame as the founder, frontman, and creative force behind the legendary Smashing Pumpkins. A Grammy winner whose powerful songwriting, commanding vocals,…

Saturday, November 29th
7:30 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Lyric Opera of Chicago
20 N. Wacker Dr. , Chicago, IL, 60606
The Lincoln Lodge
Nov29
Theatre & Performing Arts

The Lincoln Lodge

The Lincoln Lodge stand-up comedy and variety showcase plays every Friday and Saturday night in Chicago’s glamorous Logan Square! In addition to The Lodge’s rotating…

Saturday, November 29th
8:00 p.m.9:30 p.m.
The Lincoln Lodge Theater
2040 N. Milwaukee Ave.
ComedySportz Chicago
Nov29
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

ComedySportz Chicago

Chicago’s longest running and best interactive improv comedy experience. ComedySportz is comedy played as a sport, not comedy ABOUT sports (whew). Refs, fouls, points, games…

Saturday, November 29th
8:00 p.m.9:30 p.m.
Malarkey Comedy Company
1501 N Kingsbury St
Jefferey Cooke- “My Christmas Spectacular 2025!”
Nov29
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Jefferey Cooke- “My Christmas Spectacular 2025!”

Holiday craziness is beginning soon, so why not see a cabaret show that celebrates that zany part of the season?  For the 4th consecutive holiday…

Saturday, November 29th
8:00 p.m.9:45 p.m.
Gateway Theater Annex @ The Copernicus Center
5216 W Lawrence Ave.
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