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Bright and Merry Holiday Market. 1,072 likes. Bright & Merry Holiday Market is on November 15 starting at 5 pm to 9 pm and November 16 from 12 pm to 9 pm. Activites includes: vendors, LED bar/lounge...
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- See The Holiday Lights
- Explore A Charming Christmas Market
- Lace Up Some Skates
- See The Official Chicago Christmas Tree
- Celebrate The Holidays at A Museum
- Catch A Festive Live Show
- Do Some Holiday Gift Shopping
- Visit The Walnut Room
- Spot The Holiday Train
It’s not the holidays in Chicago without dazzling light displays around every corner. Check out ZooLights at Lincoln Park Zoo, when the historic zoo is illuminated by millions of colorful lights, including moving displays set to music. Don’t miss special events like holiday concerts, a sensory-friendly evening, an adult’s night out, and more. In th...
Experience the magic of an authentic German Christmas market at the always-buzzing Christkindlmarket. This annual, free-admission event in the heart of downtown features vendors selling beautiful glass ornaments, wooden cuckoo clocks, hand-knit gloves, and other gifts and crafts. Make sure to get a taste of traditional German treats and fill up you...
On winter days, lace up your skates and hit one of the city’s scenic ice skating rinks. A classic holiday activity in Chicago, skating at the Millennium Park ice skating rinkoffers panoramic views of Cloud Gate (aka “The Bean”) and the surrounding city skyline dusted in snow. Nearby, Maggie Daley Parkis known for its one-of-a-kind Skating Ribbon, a...
Don’t miss one of Chicago’s biggest and brightest holiday traditions — the City of Chicago’s official Christmas Tree, a local tradition for more than 100 years. Don’t miss the annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in November, which includes live performances and a fireworks display. The massive tree, which will light up the center of iconic Mill...
Chicago museums love to take part in the holiday fun. The Museum of Science and Industry hosts their annual Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light, with 50 elaborately decorated trees that represent holiday traditions from across the globe. The exhibit also honors the traditions of Chinese New Year, Diwali, Kwanzaa, Ramadan, Hanukkah, Vis...
The holidays are the perfect time to plan a memorable night out on the town to experience the thrill of live musicals, dramas, ballets, and more. Whether you’re drawn to our bustling downtown theatre district (home to Broadway in Chicago) or more intimate neighborhood venues, there’s a holiday show for you. Grab your seats today for limited-time pr...
Pick up some gifts for loved ones (and maybe something for yourself) in Chicago’s many shopping districts. The Magnificent Mile, one of the world’s most iconic retail destinations, is a good place to start. You’ll find famous department stores, luxury showrooms, and favorite chains — plus tons of holiday lights twinkling from the trees that make th...
It doesn’t get much more festive than a meal at the Walnut Room. Located inside Macy’s on State Street, the historic spot is the the first restaurant ever opened in a department store and an essential holiday destination. The stately interior is adorned with elegant decor and sparkling chandeliers, with the towering Great Tree in the center of it a...
A beloved Chicago tradition for more than 30 years, the CTA holiday trainwill once again make its way through the city this December. Marvel at the six-car train decorated with holiday scenes and thousands of sparkling lights, then hop on board to meet the elves handing out candy. Don’t forget to wave to Santa, whose sled replaces the head car. The...
Nov 12, 2021 · CHICAGO AREA, IL — They are the best and brightest of holiday lights displays in the Chicago area, and many will soon be flipping their switches for the first time this holiday season — and...
Nov 16, 2022 · Check out 6 Chicago holiday markets that feature the best makers, creators, and artisans that the city has to offer. Support these small business and make your holiday season brighter.
- ZooLights, Lincoln Park Zoo. The city’s historic Lincoln Park Zoo is transformed into a winter wonderland called ZooLights. Now in its 28th year, the annual event features hundreds of themed 3D and LED light displays set amid the sprawling grounds and animal habitats.
- Christkindlmarket, Daley Plaza. The annual German outdoor holiday marketplace positively glows beneath the city’s monumental, unnamed Picasso sculpture in Daley Plaza.
- Christmas Around The World, Museum Of Science And Industry. In the magnificent rotunda of the Museum of Science and Industry, the towering four-story Grand Tree anchors the annual Christmas Around The World exhibition.
- The Nutcracker, Art On theMART. Formerly known as the Merchandise Mart and renamed “theMART,” the historic 25-story Art Deco structure spans two city blocks on the Chicago River.
Nov 7, 2019 · From Thanksgiving Day to New Year’s Eve, there are multiple ways to ensure your holiday spirit stays merry and bright all season long. Christkindlmarket. Inspired by the 16th century markets in...
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Sep 21, 2020 · Welcome to our multi vendor event! We have some amazing women sharing their creations & the brands they represent. We’ll have a ton of giveaways and fun games please feel free to invite your friends & family to join us.
