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Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
2024 Pre-Kwanzaa Holiday Marketplace
Africa International House, USA, Inc. (AIH) is thrilled to announce its free Annual Pre-Kwanzaa Celebration, taking place December 6-8. This vibrant weekend will honor the…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Wicker Park Bucktown Winter Wonderland
The Wicker Park Bucktown Chamber of Commerce invites the community to kick-off the holiday season with a full-day of activities along Milwaukee Avenue on Saturday,…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Holly Jolly Gingerbread Party
Celebrate the holidays at Brookfield Zoo Chicago with this family-friendly event! Hosted at the Zoo’s Discovery Center from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., the festive…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
“Andy’s Santa Brunch” at The Metropolitan
The Metropolitan is excited to announce its Toy Story-themed “Andy’s Santa Brunch” on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 11 a.m., promising holiday magic “to infinity and…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy
Join the Festive Fun at Roosevelt Collection Shops with Carolers and an Elf!
Roosevelt Collection Shops will be welcoming an incredible Quartet of carolers for special live performances and plenty of cheer! A playful elf will also be…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Cookies & Wishes: A Santa Workshop at NoMI Lounge
Saturday, December 7 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. $120 Adult • $90 Child Join us for a magical, one-day-only holiday celebration at NoMI Lounge,…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Drie-cember Holiday Market presented by Refine Collective
Welcome to the Drie-cember Holiday Market! Come join us on two festive December week-ends for our holiday market. We will be open Saturday-Sunday, December 7-8, and Saturday-Sunday, December…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Marche De Noel
A Charming European Market Experience in the Heart of Chicago Immerse yourself in the magic of this European-style market on the Magnificent Mile™. Discover a…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Chicago Fair Trade’s Holiday Pop-Up
Chicago Fair Trade’s Holiday Shop is now open on The Magnificent Mile! Stop by 663 N Michigan Ave to explore this festive fair trade experience…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Christkindlmarket
What can you expect at the market? The German-style Christmas Market provides a safe outdoor experience for the whole family. All Christkindlmarkets are always free admission. The smell of roasted nuts,…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Underground Art Market
Underground Art Market is an annual winter holiday pop-up market, popping up at Revolution Brewing Taproom in Chicago’s Avondale neighborhood this year. We feature artists…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Viceroy Chicago’s Gingerbread Jubilee
Gingerbread Jubilee December 7, 2024 Hours: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM Location: Somerset Patio & Viceroy Chicago Lobby Step into the magic of the season at Somerset’s Gingerbread…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Tours & Attractions
Old Town presents: The Holiday Hop
Get ready to make merry like never before at the Old Town Holiday Hop! This long-awaited event will bring cheer, cocktails, and festive vibes to…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Walking In A Tiki Wonderland
Get ready to escape the winter chill and step into a tropical holiday oasis at Island Party’s Walking In A Tiki Wonderland! Every Friday, Saturday &…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Talk | On Techno and Art: Robert Hood, Arthur Jafa, and DeForrest Brown Jr.
Robert Hood, an acclaimed techno originator and founding member of Detroit’s Underground Resistance (UR) who created the commissioned soundtrack for artist Arthur Jafa’s APEX (2013),…
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Holiday Stroll on Madison Row
Join us to Shop Local on Madison St this holiday season. Enjoy holiday deals, treats for kids and adults and lots of cheer! Shop all…
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Winter Bazaar
Series of holiday pop-ups taking place throughout month of December featuring local businesses, holiday community programming, and decorated window displays that encourage shoppers to visit…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
NoMI Lounge Hot Chocolate Experience
Experience the warmth of the season at NoMI Lounge’s Hot Chocolate Experience, launching just in time for the Lights Festival. Saturday, November 23 – Monday,…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Winterland, a Thrilling and One of a Kind Immersive Holiday Experience
Prepare to step into a whimsical world of festive enchantment at Winterland, where, from the moment guests arrive, they’re transported into a wonderland of holiday delights. Experience…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Holiday Magic at Brookfield Zoo Chicago
Join Brookfield Zoo Chicago for the Chicagoland’s longest-running holiday light festival! You’ll step into a wonderland of Holiday Magic, where enchanting scenes come to life…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Living Room Sessions
The Kehrein Center for the Arts Foundation presents Living Room (LVR) Sessions in December 7th from (time) including a panel, art exhibition retail, food, beverage…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Lincoln Park Zoolights
Celebrate three decades of priceless holiday memories as Lincoln Park Zoo’s annual ZooLights Presented by ComEd and Invesco QQQ returns for its 30th year this November. This beloved staple of…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Frozen Holiday Festival
Join Elsa and Anna on December 7th for our traditional event Frozen Holiday Festival! Including Frozen, Once Upon A Snowman and Olaf’s Frozen Adventure on…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
Winter Lumberland Holiday Party & Market
Join us at Rebuilding Exchange’s industrial warehouse in Chicago (1740 W. Webster Ave.) for an eco-friendly holiday celebration. Guests can enjoy food and drinks, shop…
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