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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, Theatre & Performing Arts
Champagne & Satin: A Burlesque Salon
Champagne & Satin is an intimate evening of cabaret where vintage glamour, sparkling champagne, and timeless seduction take center stage. Set inside the luxurious Blue…
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
Austin 26 Annual Christmas Parade
The 27th Annual Austin Community Parade. Santa. We need donations sent to our collection center at the 15th District Police station of toys, coats 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
Winter Walk on Wilson
The Uptown Chamber of Commerce is hosting our 12th Annual WINTER WALK ON WILSON on Friday, December 4th, 2026 from 5:00 – 8:30 PM. This…
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, 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
Wicker Park Bucktown’s Winter Wonderland & Tree Lighting
Celebrate the holiday season at Wicker Park Bucktown’s annual Winter Wonderland & Tree Lighting! This free, family-friendly neighborhood celebration features festive activities, seasonal treats 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
Winter Fireworks at Navy Pier
Cozy up this winter at Navy pier with free fireworks over Lake Michigan and iconic Chicago skyline views. Catch the dazzling 10-minute display every Saturday…
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…
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