Balloon Museum: EmotionAir
Jan1

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…

Thursday January 1, 2026
Chicago :The Fields Studios – Gate 1
2828 N. Pulaski
Paris in Black Exhibition Opening at the DuSable Museum
Jan1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

Paris in Black Exhibition Opening at the DuSable Museum

Join us at the DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center for the opening of Paris in Black: Internationalism and the Black Renaissance.  Discover the…

Thursday January 1, 2026
DuSable Museum of African American History
740 East 56th Place
Holidays at Skydeck!
Jan1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Holidays at Skydeck!

HOLIDAYS @ SKYDECK CHICAGO! Celebrate the season from 103 stories above the city at Holidays @ Skydeck! Skydeck’s lower-level Chicago museum and observation deck will…

Thursday January 1, 2026
Skydeck Chicago
233 S Wacker Dr.
By A Thread: Nature’s Resilience
Jan1
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…

Thursday January 1, 2026
10:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
Not a Soft Thing: A Group Exhibition by Artist Mothers
Jan1
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Not a Soft Thing: A Group Exhibition by Artist Mothers

Not a Soft Thing is a multifaceted exhibition by 15 artist/mothers spanning diverse cultural backgrounds, disciplines, and stages of caregiving. Together, this artist collective challenges…

Thursday January 1, 2026
10:00 a.m.4:45 p.m.
Chicago Cultural Center
78 E Washington St
Homeschool Days at PEPPA PIG World of Play Chicago
Jan1
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…

Thursday January 1, 2026
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago
5 Woodfield Mall
Take Care with Peanuts: The Exhibit
Jan1
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…

Thursday January 1, 2026
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Chicago Children’s Museum
700 E. Grand Ave.
Museum of Ice Cream’s Pinkmas
Jan1
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…

Thursday January 1, 2026
10:00 a.m.7:00 p.m.
435 N Michigan Ave Suite G, Chicago, IL 60611
435 N Michigan Ave. Suite G
Pilsen Day Trip
Jan1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Tours & Attractions

Pilsen Day Trip

We’re excited to host a Pilsen Day Trip Passport for visitors to shop local, shop small for their holiday shopping needs or for anyone who…

Thursday January 1, 2026
10:00 a.m.7:00 p.m.
Pilsen Commercial Corridor, 18th Street from Damen to Morgan
W 18th St & S Damen Ave
McCormick Tribune Ice Rink
Jan1
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…

Thursday January 1, 2026
11:00 a.m.10:30 p.m.
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph St
Seadog Architecture Tour on the Chicago River
Jan1
Tours & Attractions

Seadog Architecture Tour on the Chicago River

Soak in unobstructed views of Chicago’s world-famous architecture with an exciting 45-minute ride on our Seadog Chicago River Architecture Tour! Starting right on the Chicago…

Thursday January 1, 2026
12:30 p.m.1:30 p.m.
City Cruises – River Esplanade
455 N Cityfront Plaza Dr
The Beauty of Chicago
Jan1
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

The Beauty of Chicago

An ongoing showcase celebrating the people, places, and stories that define our city. Forum 301 Chicago will be hosting local Chicago artist to showcase their…

Thursday January 1, 2026
2:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Forum 301 Chicago
301 W Ohio
Champagne Row, by Park Hyatt Chicago
Jan1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Champagne Row, by Park Hyatt Chicago

CHAMPAGNE ROW, by Park Hyatt Chicago Thu – Sat, 3-8pm Reserve Your Seat   |   View Menu   Park Hyatt Chicago hosts an intimate champagne experience…

Thursday January 1, 2026
3:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Park Hyatt Chicago
800 N. Michigan Ave
Holiday Magic
Jan1
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…

Thursday January 1, 2026
3:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Brookfield Zoo Chicago
3300 Golf Rd
The Glenlivet 55 Legacy Experience, by Park Hyatt Chicago
Jan1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

The Glenlivet 55 Legacy Experience, by Park Hyatt Chicago

Park Hyatt Chicago presents a singular offering centered on The Glenlivet 55 Year Old – Edition No. 1 of The Eternal Collection. Matured for more…

Thursday January 1, 2026
5:00 p.m.7:00 p.m.
Park Hyatt Chicago
800 N. Michigan Ave
Light Of Christmas Drive Thru
Jan1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Light Of Christmas Drive Thru

Chicago’s drive thru, Light Of Christmas is back at White Sox Rate Field. More info at www.lightofchristmas.com

Thursday January 1, 2026
5:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Guaranteed Rate Field
333 W 35th St
Dru Hill: Tell Me it’s New Years Eve!
Jan1
Music & Comedy

Dru Hill: Tell Me it’s New Years Eve!

Get ready, Chicago — the smooth‑and‑soulful harmony of Dru Hill is hitting the Windy City! Known for their R&B anthems like In My Bed and How Deep Is Your Love, Dru Hill…

Thursday January 1, 2026
6:00 p.m.11:30 p.m.
City Winery
1200 West Randolph Street
Stars & Garters Presents “Stars & Garters After Dark”
Jan1
Theatre & Performing Arts

Stars & Garters Presents “Stars & Garters After Dark”

Chicago’s brand new Stars & Garters, 3914 N Clark St, presents Stars & Garters After Dark, every Thursday at 7 p.m. in the Rouge Room.…

Thursday January 1, 2026
7:00 p.m.9:30 p.m.
Stars and Garters Club
3914 N Clark St
Teatro Zinzanni
Jan1
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Teatro Zinzanni

Tickets are on sale now at https://zinzanni.com/chicago/tickets/ “Best Night Out” – CS Magazine | “You must see to believe!” – Forbes Teatro ZinZanni, Chicago’s most…

Thursday January 1, 2026
7:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Teatro ZinZanni – Cambria Hotel
32 W Randolph St
Krampus: The Fright Before Christmas
Jan1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Tours & Attractions

Krampus: The Fright Before Christmas

We have transformed our haunted house into a Christmas wonderland, although it won’t be all glitter and snowflakes. You better watch out. You better not…

Thursday January 1, 2026
7:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
13th Floor Chicago
5050 River Rd
Amadeus
Jan1
Theatre & Performing Arts

Amadeus

Vienna: a cacophony of music and intrigue. The emperor’s composer, Antonio Salieri, holds court until the flamboyant entrance of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: prodigy and wild…

Thursday January 1, 2026
7:30 p.m.
Steppenwolf Theatre Company
1650 N. Halsted St. , Chicago, IL, 60614
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Dallas Stars
Jan1
Thursday January 1, 2026
7:30 p.m.9:00 p.m.
United Center
1901 W Madison St,
Improvsed DCOM
Jan1
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Improvsed DCOM

Dive into the nostalgia of Disney Channel Original Movies with the cast of Improvised DCOM! This All Star cast is bringing screen to stage every…

Thursday January 1, 2026
8:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Malarkey Comedy Company
1501 N Kingsbury St
The Phantom of the Opera
Jan2
Theatre & Performing Arts

The Phantom of the Opera

THE BRILLIANT ORIGINAL RETURNS “MORE SPECTACULAR THAN EVER” – Sunday Express The Phantom is back to thrill audiences once again! Cameron Mackintosh presents a revitalized…

Friday January 2, 2026
Cadillac Palace Theatre
151 W. Randolph St. , Chicago, IL, 60601