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The Rendez-Vous Pop-Up
France is coming to Chicago’s famous Magnificent Mile! The final iteration of World Business Chicago’s Pop-Up Program – The Rendez-Vous – is now officially open.…
Friday, October 20th
8:30 a.m. – Saturday, December 23rd
6:00 p.m.875 North Michigan Avenue
875 North Michigan AvenueFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Holidays in the Loop
Experience the Loop, where Chicago’s holiday traditions are made. Witness the transformation of the city’s official downtown into a winter wonderland. #HOLIDAYSINTHELOOP – WIN A…
Thursday November 2, 2023 – Sunday January 7, 2024Various locationsFestivals, Fairs & Special Events, Tours & Attractions
Gingerbread Express Elevator
Starting Saturday, November 18th, 2023 join us for the most joyful ride of the season! Stop by the hotel’s lobby and visit our famed Gingerbread…
Saturday, November 18th – Sunday, December 31stTrump International Hotel & Tower Chicago
401 N Wabash AveFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Disney100: The Exhibition
⭐ The Walt Disney Archives opens its vault of historical and special treasures, works of art, artifacts, costumes, and memorabilia with the launch of Disney100:…
Friday, November 24th
9:00 a.m. – Saturday, November 25th
7:00 p.m.Exhibition Hub Art Center Chicago
2367 W Logan BlvdFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Disney100: The Exhibition
⭐ The Walt Disney Archives opens its vault of historical and special treasures, works of art, artifacts, costumes, and memorabilia with the launch of Disney100:…
Saturday, November 25th
9:00 a.m. – Sunday, November 26th
7:00 p.m.Exhibition Hub Art Center Chicago
2367 W Logan BlvdFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Ride the Holly Jolly Trolley on Small Business Saturday!
The Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) is encouraging everyone to shop small over the holidays by making it fun and rewarding to support our…
Saturday, November 25th
11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Hazel Gift Store
1835 West Montrose AveFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Christkindlmarket
The traditional German-Style Christkindlmarket returns! The free outdoor holiday market has been a Chicago favorite since 1996. Enjoy international and local food, merchandise, and live…
Saturday, November 25th
11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.Daley Civic Center
50 W. Washington St.Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Tours & Attractions
Ice Skating at Parkway Bank Park
Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district is thrilled to kick off the holiday season with the return of its Chicago Wolves Ice Rink Saturday, November…
Saturday, November 25th
11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.Parkway Bank Park
5501 Park PlaceFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
NoMI Lounge Hot Chocolate Experience
This holiday season, Park Hyatt Chicago invites you to NoMI Lounge for the annual NoMI Hot Chocolate Experience. Kicking off just in time for the…
Saturday, November 25th
11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.Park Hyatt Chicago @ Nomi Lounge
110 E Chicago aveFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Winterland at Gallagher Way
Winterland at Gallagher Way is back and better than ever with family-friendly festivities both at Gallagher Way and inside historic Wrigley Field, including new experiences…
Saturday, November 25th
11:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.Gallagher Way
3635 North Clark StreetFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Festive Holiday Tea at The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago
Enjoy a delightful afternoon of scrumptious holiday-inspired treats during Festive Holiday Tea at The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago every weekend from November 25 through December 24. Tea…
Saturday, November 25th
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago
160 East Pearson Street at Water Tower PlaceFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Fashion Outlets of Chicago’s Photos with Santa
Fashion Outlets of Chicago invites visitors to experience the magic of the holiday season with a visit to Santa’s winter wonderland. Santa will be at…
Saturday, November 25th
2:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Fashion Outlets of Chicago
5520 Fashion Outlets WayFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Brookfield Zoo’s Holiday Magic
Light up the festive season with family and friends at Brookfield Zoo’s 42nd annual Holiday Magic®. Chicagoland’s longest-running lights festival returns from 3 to 9 p.m.…
Southwest Suburbs
Event detailsSaturday, November 25th
3:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Brookfield Zoo/Chicago Zoological Society
8400 31st StreetFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
ZooLights
This year’s ZooLights Presented by ComEd and Invesco QQQ will include new and exciting displays, photo ops, and interactive programming all bundled up in the…
Saturday, November 25th
4:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Lincoln Park Zoo
2400 North Cannon DriveFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Lightscape at Chicago Botanic Garden
Embrace the beauty of winter and discover the brightest spot for holiday cheer during Lightscape at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Starting November 10 and running…
North Suburbs
Event detailsSaturday, November 25th
4:30 p.m. – 9:15 p.m.Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lake Cook Rd.Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Logan Square Chamber of Commerce Annual Holidays on the Square
The Logan Square Chamber of Commerce (LSCC) Presents its “Annual Holidays on the Square (HOTS) – “10 Days of Logan” campaign. The LSCC is thrilled…
Sunday, November 26th
9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.2808 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
2808 N Milwaukee AveFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Disney100: The Exhibition
⭐ The Walt Disney Archives opens its vault of historical and special treasures, works of art, artifacts, costumes, and memorabilia with the launch of Disney100:…
Sunday, November 26th
9:00 a.m. – Monday, November 27th
7:00 p.m.Exhibition Hub Art Center Chicago
2367 W Logan BlvdFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Holiday Cookie Decorating
Create sweet masterpieces and even sweeter memories with your loved ones this holiday season. Adorn cookies together in the heart of the city at the…
Sunday, November 26th
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile
540 N Michigan AveFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Winterland at Gallagher Way
Winterland at Gallagher Way is back and better than ever with family-friendly festivities both at Gallagher Way and inside historic Wrigley Field, including new experiences…
Sunday, November 26th
11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.Gallagher Way
3635 North Clark StreetFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Christkindlmarket
The traditional German-Style Christkindlmarket returns! The free outdoor holiday market has been a Chicago favorite since 1996. Enjoy international and local food, merchandise, and live…
Sunday, November 26th
11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.Daley Civic Center
50 W. Washington St.Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Tours & Attractions
Ice Skating at Parkway Bank Park
Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district is thrilled to kick off the holiday season with the return of its Chicago Wolves Ice Rink Saturday, November…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
NoMI Lounge Hot Chocolate Experience
This holiday season, Park Hyatt Chicago invites you to NoMI Lounge for the annual NoMI Hot Chocolate Experience. Kicking off just in time for the…
Sunday, November 26th
11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.Park Hyatt Chicago @ Nomi Lounge
110 E Chicago aveFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Festive Holiday Tea at The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago
Enjoy a delightful afternoon of scrumptious holiday-inspired treats during Festive Holiday Tea at The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago every weekend from November 25 through December 24. Tea…
Sunday, November 26th
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago
160 East Pearson Street at Water Tower PlaceFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Fashion Outlets of Chicago’s Photos with Santa
Fashion Outlets of Chicago invites visitors to experience the magic of the holiday season with a visit to Santa’s winter wonderland. Santa will be at…
Sunday, November 26th
2:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Fashion Outlets of Chicago
5520 Fashion Outlets Way

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