A Beautiful Noise
Nov21
Theatre & Performing Arts

A Beautiful Noise

RETURNING IN 2025 DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND! Click Here to purchase tickets for the return. THE UNTOLD TRUE STORY OF A BROOKLYN KID WHO BECAME A CHART-BUSTING,…

Friday, November 21st
Cadillac Palace Theatre
151 W. Randolph St. , Chicago, IL, 60601
Evanston Art Center’s 23nd Annual Winter Arts & Crafts Expo
Nov21
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…

Friday, November 21st
Evanston Art Center
1717 Central St
Lincoln Park ZooLights
Nov21

Lincoln Park ZooLights

Chicagoland’s favorite holiday tradition is back and brighter than ever! ZooLights Presented by Invesco QQQ and ComEd twinkles with more than 3 million lights, hundreds…

Friday, November 21st
“Not a Soft Thing: A Group Exhibition by Artist Mothers”
Nov21

“Not a Soft Thing: A Group Exhibition by Artist Mothers”

On view from Oct. 25, 2025, through Mar. 22, 2026, in the Chicago Rooms (2nd Floor North), this exhibition explores the intersections of caregiving, creativity…

Friday, November 21st
Chicago Cultural Center, Chicago Rooms, 2nd Floor North
Lightscape
Nov21

Lightscape

Tickets are on sale now for all. Book in advance and secure your preferred slot; popular dates and times go fast! Step into an enchanting…

North Suburbs

Event details
Friday, November 21st
Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lake Cook Rd.
The Joffrey + Ballet in the U.S.
Nov21

The Joffrey + Ballet in the U.S.

The Joffrey + Ballet in the U.S. is a large-scale exhibition celebrating the rich history of The Joffrey Ballet and the life of Robert Joffrey. The…

Friday, November 21st
659 W. Wrightwood Ave Chicago, IL 60614
Balloon Museum: EmotionAir
Nov21

Balloon Museum: EmotionAir

The Pop Air and Let’s Fly exhibitions continue to thrill and engage a participative audience, but EmotionAir sets an even more ambitious goal. This latest…

Friday, November 21st
Chicago :The Fields Studios – Gate 1
2828 N. Pulaski
Trek to Chicago
Nov21
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Trek to Chicago

Westin O’Hare hotel 6100 N River Rd, Rosemont, IL 60018 Starting at 12pm on Friday until 7pm on Sunday, with evening concerts and events. Full…

Friday, November 21st
Westin O’Hare Hotel
6100 North River Road
Comedy Hour at Annoyance Theatre
Nov21
Nov22
Theatre & Performing Arts

Comedy Hour at Annoyance Theatre

Each week, Chicago comics bring the freshest, most experimental new material to the Annoyance for the Comedy Hour. The weekly show is an eclectic mix…

Friday, November 21st
12:00 a.m.Saturday, November 22nd
1:00 a.m.
Annoyance Theatre & Bar
851 W. Belmont Ave., 2nd Fl.
A Tragedy of Religious Fanaticism and Outta Here
Nov21
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

A Tragedy of Religious Fanaticism and Outta Here

A Tragedy of Religious Fanaticism and Outta Here will be exhibited in the Second Floor Gallery of the Art Center. The opening reception is free…

Friday, November 21st
9:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
Evanston Art Center
1717 Central St
Charting Imaginary Worlds: Why Fantasy and Games Are Inseparable
Nov21
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Charting Imaginary Worlds: Why Fantasy and Games Are Inseparable

From Dungeons & Dragons to The Witcher, fantasy has long been a popular theme for games. But the relationship between fantasy and games is longer…

Friday, November 21st
9:00 a.m.4:45 p.m.
Special Collections Research Center Exhibition Gallery
1100 East 57th Street
By A Thread: Nature’s Resilience
Nov21
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

By A Thread: Nature’s Resilience

By A Thread: Nature’s Resilience dives into the science of biodiversity and what it takes to protect it—showcasing the research, conservation, and education work happening…

Friday, November 21st
10:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
Homeschool Days at PEPPA PIG World of Play Chicago
Nov21
Tours & Attractions

Homeschool Days at PEPPA PIG World of Play Chicago

Join us for Homeschool Days at Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago, where preschool families can enjoy an OINKTASTIC discount! Experience the magic of Peppa…

Friday, November 21st
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago
5 Woodfield Mall
Big Bus Tours’ Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour
Nov21
Tours & Attractions

Big Bus Tours’ Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour

Big Bus Tours’ daily Hop-On, Hop-Off tours offer visitors a convenient way to explore Chicago’s vibrant downtown, including historic landmarks, cultural institutions and hidden gems.…

Friday, November 21st
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Illinois Holocaust Museum presents Experience360
Nov21
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Illinois Holocaust Museum presents Experience360

Illinois Holocaust Museum presents Experience360 provides a panoramic view through history and truth, inviting visitors of all backgrounds to witness stories of survival, ask questions, and reflect…

Friday, November 21st
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Illinois Holocaust Museum presents Experience360
360 N State St
Take Care with Peanuts: The Exhibit
Nov21
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Take Care with Peanuts: The Exhibit

Good grief! Join Charlie Brown and the Peanuts Gang at Chicago Children’s Museum! Step into Take Care with Peanuts: The Exhibit and be transported into…

Friday, November 21st
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Chicago Children’s Museum
700 E. Grand Ave.
Museum of Ice Cream’s Pinkmas
Nov21
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Museum of Ice Cream’s Pinkmas

Pinkmas at Museum of Ice Cream is officially back for the season, step into the sweetest holiday celebration of the season, happening now through January…

Friday, November 21st
10:00 a.m.7:00 p.m.
435 N Michigan Ave Suite G, Chicago, IL 60611
435 N Michigan Ave. Suite G
Nova Music Festival Exhibition October 7th 06:29 AM – The Moment Music Stood Still
Nov21
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Nova Music Festival Exhibition October 7th 06:29 AM – The Moment Music Stood Still

Thousands of music and arts fans gathered to celebrate life and music in Re’im, Israel at the Nova Music Festival. On Saturday, October 7, 2023,…

Friday, November 21st
10:00 a.m.8:00 p.m.
1800 N Clybourn Ave, Chicago, IL 60614
1800 N Clybourn Ave
Peter Pan at Chicago Kids Company
Nov21
Theatre & Performing Arts

Peter Pan at Chicago Kids Company

Follow Peter Pan and Tinkerbell to Neverland! The adventures are endless in a world of pirates and mayhem. Let your imagination fly to a place…

Friday, November 21st
10:30 a.m.11:30 a.m.
Stahl Family Theatre
5900 W Belmont Ave
Movies and TV in Chicago’s Union Station: Guided Tour
Nov21
Tours & Attractions

Movies and TV in Chicago’s Union Station: Guided Tour

Embark on a 90-minute guided walking tour through Chicago’s historic Union Station to explore its longtime Hollywood connections. Discover how this iconic train station has…

Friday, November 21st
10:30 a.m.12:00 p.m.
Union Station
225 S Canal St
Christkindlmarket
Nov21
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, November 21st
11:00 a.m.9:00 p.m.
Daley Civic Center
50 W. Washington St.
McCormick Tribune Ice Rink
Nov21
Sports & Recreation

McCormick Tribune Ice Rink

Ice skating at the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink in Millennium Park begins Nov. 21 (weather permitting). Admission to the ice rink will be free, but…

Friday, November 21st
11:00 a.m.10:30 p.m.
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph St
Chicago Greeter InstaGreeter Walks of the Loop
Nov21

Chicago Greeter InstaGreeter Walks of the Loop

InstaGreeter Downtown walks Looking for a quick and easy way to see downtown Chicago’s top sights? Let InstaGreeter take you on a free hour-long guided…

Friday, November 21st
11:30 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Meet at Chicago Cultural Center – Welcome Desk – Randolph St. Entrance
Millennium Park Holiday Market
Nov21
Tours & Attractions

Millennium Park Holiday Market

Enjoy shopping, live entertainment, and concessions at the Millennium Park Holiday Market! The opening of the market is aligned with the 112th Annual Christmas Tree…

Friday, November 21st
12:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph St