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Holiday Magic
We’re lighting up the night this holiday season! Returning with a brand new light display, celebrate more than 40 years of Holiday Magic. Now with…
Thursday, December 18th
3:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Brookfield Zoo Chicago
3300 Golf RdFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Sheraton Sleigh Bar, Presented by Shula’s Steak House
Celebrate the holidays in Chicago at the Sheraton Sleigh Bar, presented by Shula’s Steak House—a limited-time holiday pop-up bar located inside the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk. This festive…
Thursday, December 18th
5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk
301 E. North Water StreetFestivals, Fairs & Special Events, Tours & Attractions
Krampus: The Fright Before Christmas
We have transformed our haunted house into a Christmas wonderland, although it won’t be all glitter and snowflakes. You better watch out. You better not…
Thursday, December 18th
7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.13th Floor Chicago
5050 River RdFestivals, Fairs & Special Events, Tours & Attractions
Halloween Chicago Ghost Tour & Hunt: Lincoln Park Hauntings by American Ghost Walks
Join American Ghost Walks on a spine-chilling Chicago Ghost Tour & Ghost Hunt in Lincoln Park, known for its eerie hauntings and chilling history. Dive…
Thursday, December 18th
8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.Meeting Point: In front of the Chicago History Museum
1601 N Clark St.Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Letter to Santa
Little ones are invited to share their holiday wishes in our beautifully decorated lobby. Children can pen letters to Santa and place them in our…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Evanston Art Center’s 23nd Annual Winter Arts & Crafts Expo
The Evanston Art Center is proud to present the 23rd annual Winter Arts & Crafts Expo, featuring one-of-a-kind pieces of work by over 160 selected…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Paris in Black Exhibition Opening at the DuSable Museum
Join us at the DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center for the opening of Paris in Black: Internationalism and the Black Renaissance. Discover the…
Friday, December 19thDuSable Museum of African American History
740 East 56th PlaceFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Holidays at Skydeck!
HOLIDAYS @ SKYDECK CHICAGO! Celebrate the season from 103 stories above the city at Holidays @ Skydeck! Skydeck’s lower-level Chicago museum and observation deck will…
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,…
Friday, December 19th
11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.Daley Civic Center
50 W. Washington St.Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Holiday Magic
We’re lighting up the night this holiday season! Returning with a brand new light display, celebrate more than 40 years of Holiday Magic. Now with…
Friday, December 19th
3:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Brookfield Zoo Chicago
3300 Golf RdFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Sheraton Sleigh Bar, Presented by Shula’s Steak House
Celebrate the holidays in Chicago at the Sheraton Sleigh Bar, presented by Shula’s Steak House—a limited-time holiday pop-up bar located inside the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk. This festive…
Friday, December 19th
5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk
301 E. North Water StreetFestivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Wicker Park Bucktown’s “First Fridays” Art Walk
The “First Fridays Art Walk,” organized by the Wicker Park Bucktown Chamber of Commerce, welcomes art enthusiasts to explore the neighborhoods’ vibrant arts scene. All…
Friday, December 19th
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.Jackson Junge Gallery
1389 N Milwaukee AveFestivals, Fairs & Special Events, Tours & Attractions
Krampus: The Fright Before Christmas
We have transformed our haunted house into a Christmas wonderland, although it won’t be all glitter and snowflakes. You better watch out. You better not…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Tours & Attractions
Halloween Chicago Ghost Tour & Hunt: Lincoln Park Hauntings by American Ghost Walks
Join American Ghost Walks on a spine-chilling Chicago Ghost Tour & Ghost Hunt in Lincoln Park, known for its eerie hauntings and chilling history. Dive…
Friday, December 19th
8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.Meeting Point: In front of the Chicago History Museum
1601 N Clark St.Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Letter to Santa
Little ones are invited to share their holiday wishes in our beautifully decorated lobby. Children can pen letters to Santa and place them in our…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Evanston Art Center’s 23nd Annual Winter Arts & Crafts Expo
The Evanston Art Center is proud to present the 23rd annual Winter Arts & Crafts Expo, featuring one-of-a-kind pieces of work by over 160 selected…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Paris in Black Exhibition Opening at the DuSable Museum
Join us at the DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center for the opening of Paris in Black: Internationalism and the Black Renaissance. Discover the…
Saturday, December 20thDuSable Museum of African American History
740 East 56th PlaceFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Holidays at Skydeck!
HOLIDAYS @ SKYDECK CHICAGO! Celebrate the season from 103 stories above the city at Holidays @ Skydeck! Skydeck’s lower-level Chicago museum and observation deck will…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Indoor Farmers Market
As our outdoor season wraps up, we’re heading inside for the colder months. Come support local vendors and farmers, and stock up on your favorite…
Saturday, December 20th
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.2800 N Milwaukee Ave
2800 N Milwaukee AveFestivals, 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, December 20th
11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.Daley Civic Center
50 W. Washington St.Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Holiday Magic
We’re lighting up the night this holiday season! Returning with a brand new light display, celebrate more than 40 years of Holiday Magic. Now with…
Saturday, December 20th
3:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Brookfield Zoo Chicago
3300 Golf RdFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Light Of Christmas Drive Thru
Chicago’s drive thru, Light Of Christmas is back at White Sox Rate Field. More info at www.lightofchristmas.com
Saturday, December 20th
5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Guaranteed Rate Field
333 W 35th StFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Sheraton Sleigh Bar, Presented by Shula’s Steak House
Celebrate the holidays in Chicago at the Sheraton Sleigh Bar, presented by Shula’s Steak House—a limited-time holiday pop-up bar located inside the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk. This festive…
Saturday, December 20th
5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk
301 E. North Water StreetFestivals, Fairs & Special Events, Tours & Attractions
Krampus: The Fright Before Christmas
We have transformed our haunted house into a Christmas wonderland, although it won’t be all glitter and snowflakes. You better watch out. You better not…
Saturday, December 20th
7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.13th Floor Chicago
5050 River Rd

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