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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…
Wednesday, December 31stCadillac Palace Theatre
151 W. Randolph St. , Chicago, IL, 60601Lincoln 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…
Winter Wonderfest
Spot twinkly light displays and playful pops of holiday cheer inside Navy Pier’s Festival Hall, take in the towering 42-foot Holiday Tree, and discover endless ways to…
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 detailsBalloon 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…
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…
Wednesday, December 31stDuSable Museum of African American History
740 East 56th PlaceFestivals, 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…
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…
Wednesday, December 31st
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
2430 N. Cannon Dr.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…
Wednesday, December 31st
10:00 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.Chicago Cultural Center
78 E Washington StTours & 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…
Wednesday, December 31st
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago
5 Woodfield MallTours & 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.…
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…
Wednesday, December 31st
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Illinois Holocaust Museum presents Experience360
360 N State StMuseums, 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…
Wednesday, December 31st
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Chicago Children’s Museum
700 E. Grand Ave.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…
Wednesday, December 31st
10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.435 N Michigan Ave Suite G, Chicago, IL 60611
435 N Michigan Ave. Suite GFestivals, 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…
Wednesday, December 31st
10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.Pilsen Commercial Corridor, 18th Street from Damen to Morgan
W 18th St & S Damen AveSports & 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…
Wednesday, December 31st
11:00 a.m. – 10:30 p.m.Millennium Park
201 E Randolph StTours & 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…
Wednesday, December 31st
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.City Cruises – River Esplanade
455 N Cityfront Plaza DrTheatre & Performing Arts
A Christmas Carol
“I will honor Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year.” Rediscover a Dickens’ classic with an adaptation that “makes you…
Wednesday, December 31st
2:00 p.m.Goodman Albert Theatre
170 N. Dearborn, Chicago, IL, 60601Museums, 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…
Music & Comedy
Jeff Dunham: Artificial Intelligence Tour
Comedian and ventriloquist Jeff Dunham lights up the stage at Allstate Arena in Rosemont, IL, on December 31, 2025, as part of his Artificial Intelligence Tour. His infamous characters…
Wednesday, December 31st
3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.Allstate Arena
6920 Mannheim RoadFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
New Year’s Eve Festa
Get ready to say ciao to 2026 Italian-style at our New Year’s Eve Festa! On Wednesday, December 31, kick-start your New Year’s Eve celebrations during…
Wednesday, December 31st
3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.Eataly Chicago
43 East Ohio StreetFestivals, 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…
Wednesday, December 31st
3:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Brookfield Zoo Chicago
3300 Golf RdFestivals, Fairs & Special Events
Kid’s New Year’s Eve at Blue Bayou!
Ring in the New Year a little early with a celebration made just for the little ones at Blue Bayou! Wednesday, December 31 | 5:00-7:00…
Wednesday, December 31st
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.Blue Bayou
3734 N Southport AveFestivals, 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…
Wednesday, December 31st
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.Park Hyatt Chicago
800 N. Michigan Ave

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