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New Year’s Eve: Rock ‘Til The Drop at The Hard Rock Café
Dec31
Jan1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

New Year’s Eve: Rock ‘Til The Drop at The Hard Rock Café

ChicagoNYEinfo.com presents Rock ‘Til The Drop at Hard Rock Cafe. Take your New Year’s Eve celebration to this iconic venue and get ready to party…

Tuesday December 31, 2024
9:00 p.m.Wednesday January 1, 2025
4:00 a.m.
Hard Rock Cafe 63 W. Ontario Street Chicago, IL 60654 United States
63 W. Ontario Street
New Year’s Eve Rock ‘Til The Drop &amp at The Hard Rock Café
Dec31
Jan1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

New Year’s Eve Rock ‘Til The Drop &amp at The Hard Rock Café

ChicagoNYEinfo.com presents Rock ‘Til The Drop at Hard Rock Cafe. Take your New Year’s Eve celebration to this iconic venue and get ready to party…

Tuesday December 31, 2024
9:00 p.m.Wednesday January 1, 2025
4:00 a.m.
Hard Rock Cafe 63 W. Ontario Street Chicago, IL 60654 United States
63 W. Ontario Street
New Year’s Eve at She-nannigans
Dec31
Jan1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

New Year’s Eve at She-nannigans

Time to ring in 2025 at She-nannigans! Your ticket includes guaranteed entry before midnight, a live DJ, huge dance floor, party favors, and a champagne…

Tuesday December 31, 2024
9:00 p.m.Wednesday January 1, 2025
4:00 a.m.
She-nannigans
16 W Division st
New Year’s Eve at The Hangge-Uppe
Dec31
Jan1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

New Year’s Eve at The Hangge-Uppe

Time to ring in 2025 at The Fun Bar! Your ticket includes guaranteed entry before midnight, two live DJs, multi-level dance floors, party favors, and…

Tuesday December 31, 2024
9:00 p.m.Wednesday January 1, 2025
4:00 a.m.
The Hangge-Uppe
14 W Elm st
NYE Bash at Hard Rock!
Dec31
Jan1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

NYE Bash at Hard Rock!

All Inclusive Event: Food, Drinks, Entertainment!  Party until 4am! 650 Attendees | 3 Events Included | 1 NYE Ticket 4.5 Hour All Inclusive Premium Cocktail…

Tuesday December 31, 2024
9:00 p.m.Wednesday January 1, 2025
4:00 a.m.
Hard Rock Cafe 63 W. Ontario Street Chicago, IL 60654 United States
63 W. Ontario Street
New Year’s Eve Party & Interactive Comedy Extravaganza
Dec31
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

New Year’s Eve Party & Interactive Comedy Extravaganza

Ring in the New Year with iO Theater’s New Year’s Eve Party & Interactive Comedy Extravaganza! An all-star evening hosted by local drag artist Malheurt…

Tuesday, December 31st
9:30 p.m.11:30 p.m.
iO Theater
1501 N. Kingsbury St.
New Year’s Eve at Broken Barrel Bar
Dec31
Jan1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

New Year’s Eve at Broken Barrel Bar

DJ’s, Drink packages and ringing in the new year with your favorite Lincoln park Bar Team. Complimentary Champagne Toast at Midnight! $40 Early Bird/$55 Regular…

Tuesday December 31, 2024
10:00 p.m.Wednesday January 1, 2025
1:00 a.m.
Broken Barrel Bar
2548 North Southport Avenue
Wrigleyville Wonderland Returns
Jan1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Wrigleyville Wonderland Returns

The Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the return of one of Chicago’s favorite holiday celebrations, Wrigleyville Wonderland, at select venues throughout…

Wednesday January 1, 2025
Various locations
The Original Rainbow Cone Brings Holiday Magic to Lombard and Wicker Park
Jan1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Tours & Attractions

The Original Rainbow Cone Brings Holiday Magic to Lombard and Wicker Park

 WHAT: The Original Rainbow Cone (Rainbow Cone) is bringing a one-of-a-kind holiday experience to Lombard and Wicker Park with its Winter Wonderland Popup. From November 29, 2024, through…

Wednesday January 1, 2025
The Original Rainbow Cone Lombard (498 E Roosevelt Rd, Lombard, IL 60148) The Original Rainbow Cone Wicker Park (1750 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622)
498 E Roosevelt Road
Jimmy Buffett’s Christmas Island Holiday Pop-up Bar
Jan1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Jimmy Buffett’s Christmas Island Holiday Pop-up Bar

Kick off the holiday season in spectacular style at Jimmy Buffett’s Christmas Island, Margaritaville’s exclusive holiday pop-up bar! This festive event will bring the magic…

Wednesday January 1, 2025
Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville Chicago
700 East Grand #118
Play Unstoppable Festival
Jan1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Play Unstoppable Festival

It’s time for a day of Unstoppable LEGO® Play! Join us as our LEGOLAND® Discovery Center gets taken over by the Play Unstoppable Festival. Be part of…

Wednesday January 1, 2025
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago
601 N. Martingale Road
LEGO® DREAMZZZ: Agents Wanted Event
Jan1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

LEGO® DREAMZZZ: Agents Wanted Event

Meet Mateo & Z-Blob from LEGO DREAMZzz and defend the dream world in the limited-time event happening June 28th – July 29th! The Never Witch…

Wednesday January 1, 2025
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago
601 N. Martingale Road
NoMI Lounge Hot Chocolate Experience
Jan1
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,…

Wednesday January 1, 2025
2:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
NoMI
800 N. Michigan Ave
Winterland, a Thrilling and One of a Kind Immersive Holiday Experience
Jan1
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…

Wednesday January 1, 2025
2:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Navy Pier
600 East Grand Avenue
ZooLights at Lincoln Park Zoo
Jan1
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…

Wednesday January 1, 2025
4:30 p.m.9:30 p.m.
Lincoln Park Zoo
N Cannon Dr at W Fullerton Pkwy
Willow Hill Lights
Jan1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Willow Hill Lights

Get ready for an unforgettable holiday experience at Willow Hill Lights! This beloved annual drive-thru light show at the Willow Hill Golf Course in Northbrook,…

Wednesday January 1, 2025
5:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Willow Hill Golf Course
1350 Willow Rd
Wrigleyville Wonderland Returns
Jan2
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Wrigleyville Wonderland Returns

The Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the return of one of Chicago’s favorite holiday celebrations, Wrigleyville Wonderland, at select venues throughout…

Thursday January 2, 2025
Various locations
The Original Rainbow Cone Brings Holiday Magic to Lombard and Wicker Park
Jan2
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Tours & Attractions

The Original Rainbow Cone Brings Holiday Magic to Lombard and Wicker Park

 WHAT: The Original Rainbow Cone (Rainbow Cone) is bringing a one-of-a-kind holiday experience to Lombard and Wicker Park with its Winter Wonderland Popup. From November 29, 2024, through…

Thursday January 2, 2025
The Original Rainbow Cone Lombard (498 E Roosevelt Rd, Lombard, IL 60148) The Original Rainbow Cone Wicker Park (1750 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622)
498 E Roosevelt Road
Jimmy Buffett’s Christmas Island Holiday Pop-up Bar
Jan2
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Jimmy Buffett’s Christmas Island Holiday Pop-up Bar

Kick off the holiday season in spectacular style at Jimmy Buffett’s Christmas Island, Margaritaville’s exclusive holiday pop-up bar! This festive event will bring the magic…

Thursday January 2, 2025
Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville Chicago
700 East Grand #118
Play Unstoppable Festival
Jan2
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Play Unstoppable Festival

It’s time for a day of Unstoppable LEGO® Play! Join us as our LEGOLAND® Discovery Center gets taken over by the Play Unstoppable Festival. Be part of…

Thursday January 2, 2025
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago
601 N. Martingale Road
LEGO® DREAMZZZ: Agents Wanted Event
Jan2
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

LEGO® DREAMZZZ: Agents Wanted Event

Meet Mateo & Z-Blob from LEGO DREAMZzz and defend the dream world in the limited-time event happening June 28th – July 29th! The Never Witch…

Thursday January 2, 2025
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago
601 N. Martingale Road
Local on Lincoln Artisian Market
Jan2
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Local on Lincoln Artisian Market

JOIN US FOR AN INDOOR POP-UP MARKET IN THE RETAIL SPACE AT 3169 N LINCOLN, ON THE CORNER OF BELMONT AND LINCOLN FROM 11AM-4PM A…

Thursday January 2, 2025
11:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
3169 N. Lincoln Ave
3169 N. Lincoln Ave
Local on Lincoln Artisian Market
Jan2
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Local on Lincoln Artisian Market

JOIN US FOR AN INDOOR POP-UP MARKET IN THE RETAIL SPACE AT 3169 N LINCOLN, ON THE CORNER OF BELMONT AND LINCOLN FROM 11AM-4PM A…

Thursday January 2, 2025
11:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
3169 N. Lincoln Ave
3169 N. Lincoln Ave
Winterland, a Thrilling and One of a Kind Immersive Holiday Experience
Jan2
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…

Thursday January 2, 2025
2:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Navy Pier
600 East Grand Avenue
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