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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, 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, Tours & Attractions
Adults Night Out: Sugar and Spice at Lincoln Park Zoo
Adults Night Out: Sugar and Spice is a lighthearted and kid-free (21+) holiday party that promises to be equal parts sweet and spicy. With exclusive…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Wintrust Winter WonderFest at Navy Pier
Step into the magic of Wintrust Winter WonderFest, where Navy Pier comes alive with festive décor, seasonal attractions and family fun for all ages. Stroll 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, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Art & Faith of the Crèche Exhibit
A Holiday Tradition Returns! The Art & Faith of the Crèche exhibition honors the legacy of James and Emilia Govan, whose extraordinary collection of Crèches…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Annual Holiday Art & Faith of the Creche Exhibition
Loyola University Museum of Art invites visitors to experience the beauty and meaning of the Nativity through Art & Faith of the Crèche. This holiday…
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, 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
Wintrust Winter WonderFest at Navy Pier
Step into the magic of Wintrust Winter WonderFest, where Navy Pier comes alive with festive décor, seasonal attractions and family fun for all ages. Stroll 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
Handmade Market
Handmade Market Chicago is a unique event to connect the makers of beautiful things to people who appreciate the unique and handmade. There are more…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Art & Faith of the Crèche Exhibit
A Holiday Tradition Returns! The Art & Faith of the Crèche exhibition honors the legacy of James and Emilia Govan, whose extraordinary collection of Crèches…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Annual Holiday Art & Faith of the Creche Exhibition
Loyola University Museum of Art invites visitors to experience the beauty and meaning of the Nativity through Art & Faith of the Crèche. This holiday…
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
Cookies with Santa
Decorate holiday cookies with Santa at The Guesthouse Hotel located at 4872 N Clark. Join us for a delightful holiday cookie decorating event with Santa…
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!
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