Skip to consent to cookiesSkip navigation
RP_CHRISTMAS TREE 5 copy

When you go you knowWhen you go you know

StarStarStarStar

In Chicago, you can’t help but feel the magic of the holiday season. Come experience scenic ice rinks, charming holiday markets, unique traditions, thrilling outdoor adventures, and beyond across our diverse neighborhoods. 

Come see for yourself and #ChicaGOandKNOW.

Big City in the U.S. 2023
Big City in the U.S. 2017
Big City in the U.S. 2018
Big City in the U.S. 2019
Big City in the U.S. 2020
Big City in the U.S. 2021
Big City in the U.S. 2022

Voted best big city in the U.S. 7 years in a row

Holidays in Chicago

Planning a trip? Check out all the wonders you can discover in Chicago this holiday season.

choose-chicago-events-lightscape-cropped
See the lights

Bask in the glow of luminous holiday light displays at a historic zoo, sprawling botanic garden, and beyond.

Start exploring

Chicago Botanic Garden

Book your holiday stay

Your perfect holiday getaway starts with an amazing place to stay. Explore top hotels with Marriott, Choose Chicago’s Holiday Hotel Partner.

Explore hotels

Upcoming holiday events

Explore more events

#CHICAGOANDKNOW

Check out what’s happening in Chicago this holiday season and share your own moments using #ChicaGOandKNOW

bean-night

Explore hotels, flights, deals, and more

Plan your trip

Expedia
Expedia
Expedia
Expedia

CTA Newsletter

Chicago Newsletter

Stay in the know

Sign up

OVG23_enews_cover

Visitors Guide

Start planning today

Get the guide