Holidays
Chicago New Year’s Eve: fireworks, parties, dinners, and more
From swanky balls at historic hotels to live DJs at underground clubs to unforgettable meals at Michelin-starred restaurants — there are tons of memorable ways…
Clayton Hauck for Choose Chicago
Chicago holidays
Holidays, Shopping and fashion
Guide to holiday shopping in Chicago
Find something for everyone on your list (including yourself) this holiday season at Chicago’s top shopping events, boutiques, outlets malls, and retail districts. Our guide…
Blog, Family, Festivals & special events, Holidays, Special events
Your guide to The Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival 2024
The holiday season in Chicago is always an exciting time. With countless events across multiple neighborhoods, there are so many ways to celebrate. One of…
Holidays
Top spots in Chicago for holiday lights
‘Tis the season to be merry and bright! Celebrate this magical time of year with Chicago’s most luminous Christmas lights shows, including an immersive display…
Holidays, Tours & attractions
Chicago holiday tours
When Christmas comes around, Chicago lights up. There’s no shortage of holiday markets, seasonal treats, glittering Christmas light shows, snowy sights, and exciting events all…
Family, Holidays
Holiday family fun in Chicago
The holidays are a magical time in the city, especially with little ones in tow. There are so many fun things to do with kids…
Holidays, Tours & attractions
Chicago ghost tours for Halloween
Chicago boasts a long and fascinating history — and that includes quite a few ghost stories. This Halloween, explore the city’s spooky side, from supernatural…
Family, Holidays
Kid-friendly Halloween events in Chicago
Tricks, treats, and costume fun — the Halloween season brings tons of family-friendly events and activities to Chicago. You can pick your own pumpkins, go…
Bucket list, Holidays
Halloween in Chicago: Top events and things to do
Experience Halloween in Chicago with these spooky, spectacular, and supernatural events. The city is packed with haunted happenings every autumn, from frightening to family-friendly Halloween…
Free & cheap, Holidays
Free Halloween events in Chicago
Halloween in Chicago is so much more than just trick-or-treating. There are magical nighttime parades, authentic Day of the Dead celebrations, spine-tingling ghost tours, and…
Holidays
Fourth of July in Chicago
One of the best times to experience summer in Chicago is the Fourth of July. The whole city takes on a festive vibe and it’s…
Holidays
Labor Day weekend in Chicago
Summer in Chicago may be winding down, but Labor Day weekend is full of ways to enjoy the remaining sunshine and warm weather. Celebrate the…
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