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Drunk Christmas Carol
Drunk Christmas Carol, presented by the Drunk Shakespeare Society, brings a boozy twist on Charles Dickens’ holiday classic to Chicago for a limited run at…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Light Of Christmas Drive Thru
Chicago’s Drive Through Light Show located at White Sox, Rate Field opens November 19, 2026. Make holiday memories from your warm car!
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Chicago Super Debate 2: The Challenge of Philosophy
University of Chicago philosopher Benjamin Callard takes the stage for a live debate with a challenger to be announced. Guests score the arguments, ask questions…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
DES across the Atlantic: What Medicine Knew and What Women Lived
About the Event Join British author, DES daughter and documentary participant Claire Silverstone-Bright for a distinctive evening of memoir, medicine and transatlantic conversation in the…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Theatre & Performing Arts
America@250 – Now is the Time: Artists Go to Work
On July 4, 2026, America turned 250 years old. To reckon with the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence is to reckon with freedom…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce Announces Return of “Wrigleyville Wonderland,” Chicago’s Largest Holiday Pop-Up District
The Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the return of one of Chicago’s favorite holiday traditions, Wrigleyville Wonderland, at select venues throughout…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Student Research Spotlight: Hawaiian Protest in Print
Join the Kim-Park Program for the Study of the Book at Newberry Library for a Student Research Spotlight from Sam Maza, Kim-Park Student Fellow and…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Tours & Attractions
ZooLights Presented by Invesco and ComEd
ZooLights Presented by Invesco and ComEd returns to Lincoln Park Zoo, lighting up the city’s favorite holiday tradition once again! Over 3 million lights and…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Drunk Christmas Carol
Drunk Christmas Carol, presented by the Drunk Shakespeare Society, brings a boozy twist on Charles Dickens’ holiday classic to Chicago for a limited run at…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Light Of Christmas Drive Thru
Chicago’s Drive Through Light Show located at White Sox, Rate Field opens November 19, 2026. Make holiday memories from your warm car!
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy
Step inside CELESTIA: A “Spellbinding” Multisensory Experience coming to Chicago
All ages are invited to experience the brand-new CELESTIA in Chicago this November! Witness as the iconic St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Lincoln…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Brother Ali
City Winery Chicago presents Brother Ali live on Friday, November 20th at 7:30 PM. Brother Ali is a respected Hip Hop artist, speaker, and community…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Theatre & Performing Arts
America@250 – Now is the Time: Artists Go to Work
On July 4, 2026, America turned 250 years old. To reckon with the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence is to reckon with freedom…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce Announces Return of “Wrigleyville Wonderland,” Chicago’s Largest Holiday Pop-Up District
The Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the return of one of Chicago’s favorite holiday traditions, Wrigleyville Wonderland, at select venues throughout…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Holiday Magic
Bundle up, grab some cocoa and get ready to glow! Chicagoland’s longest-running holiday lights festival has been lighting up the night for 45 years, and…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Magnificent Mile Lights Festival Viewing Party at NoMI Kitchen
There’s no better place to experience the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival than right above the avenue itself. As one of Chicago’s most anticipated holiday traditions…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Magnificent Mile Lights Festival Viewing Party at NoMI Kitchen
There’s no better place to experience the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival than right above the avenue itself. As one of Chicago’s most anticipated holiday traditions…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Tours & Attractions
ZooLights Presented by Invesco and ComEd
ZooLights Presented by Invesco and ComEd returns to Lincoln Park Zoo, lighting up the city’s favorite holiday tradition once again! Over 3 million lights and…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts
Drunk Christmas Carol
Drunk Christmas Carol, presented by the Drunk Shakespeare Society, brings a boozy twist on Charles Dickens’ holiday classic to Chicago for a limited run at…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Light Of Christmas Drive Thru
Chicago’s Drive Through Light Show located at White Sox, Rate Field opens November 19, 2026. Make holiday memories from your warm car!
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Theatre & Performing Arts
America@250 – Now is the Time: Artists Go to Work
On July 4, 2026, America turned 250 years old. To reckon with the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence is to reckon with freedom…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Photos with Santa at The Guesthouse Hotel
Get ready to make your holiday season even more special with our Photos with Santa event at The Guesthouse Hotel in Andersonville! This festive occasion…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce Announces Return of “Wrigleyville Wonderland,” Chicago’s Largest Holiday Pop-Up District
The Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the return of one of Chicago’s favorite holiday traditions, Wrigleyville Wonderland, at select venues throughout…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Santa Sails the Seadog to Harry Caray’s Navy Pier
Kick off the holiday season by welcoming Santa as he makes his grand entrance by boat on the iconic Seadog, operated by City Cruises, before…
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