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Adults Night Out: Holidaze at Lincoln Park Zoo
Don we now our ugly sweaters for Adults Night Out: Holidaze, an exclusive after-hours holiday party for the 21+ crowd. Be merry and bright without…
Thursday, December 11th
6:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.Lincoln Park Zoo
ChicagoFestivals, 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 11th
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
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 12th
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 12th
3:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Brookfield Zoo Chicago
3300 Golf RdFestivals, Fairs & Special Events, Tours & Attractions
Late Night Andersonville
Pop-up vendors and jolly characters line Clark for a late night evening of shopping, dining, and events.
Friday, December 12th
5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.Clark Street
Clark Street, between Armitage and Diversey and Diversey from Orchard to LakeviewFestivals, 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 12th
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.Jackson Junge Gallery
1389 N Milwaukee AveFestivals, 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 12th
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
Holiday Fair
Join us for the Chicago Waldorf School Holiday Fair on Saturday, December 13 from 10am – 3pm! This festive event will be held at the school and is open…
Saturday, December 13th
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Chicago Waldorf School
5002 N AshlandFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Holiday Hurrah
Join the 99th & 103rd Street businesses in Beverly for a festive day of holiday shopping. Family-friendly crafts, shopping for the holidays, a visit from…
Saturday, December 13th
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.99th & 103rd Street Shopping District
99th/Walden/Wood + 103rd Street in BeverlyFestivals, 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 13th
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 13th
3:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Brookfield Zoo Chicago
3300 Golf RdFestivals, 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
Chicago Artisan Market – Fulton Market
The Chicago Artisan Market in Fulton Market takes place at historic Morgan MFG (401 N. Morgan St., Chicago) in the heart of Fulton Market. This…
Sunday, December 14th
11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.401 North Morgan Street Chicago
401 North Morgan StreetFestivals, 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,…
Sunday, December 14th
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…
Sunday, December 14th
3:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Brookfield Zoo Chicago
3300 Golf RdFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Hanukkah Menorah Lighting
Celebrate the first night of Hanukkah with our third annual candle lighting with Jewish Drag Bubbie Merriam Levkowitz proceeded by drag storytime
Sunday, December 14th
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.andersonville
1554 W HollywoodFestivals, 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…
Sunday, December 14th
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…

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