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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
ZooLights at Lincoln Park Zoo
Jan2
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…

Thursday January 2, 2025
4:30 p.m.9:30 p.m.
Lincoln Park Zoo
N Cannon Dr at W Fullerton Pkwy
Willow Hill Lights
Jan2
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,…

Thursday January 2, 2025
5:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Willow Hill Golf Course
1350 Willow Rd
Wrigleyville Wonderland Returns
Jan3
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…

Friday January 3, 2025
Various locations
The Original Rainbow Cone Brings Holiday Magic to Lombard and Wicker Park
Jan3
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…

Friday January 3, 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
Jan3
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…

Friday January 3, 2025
Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville Chicago
700 East Grand #118
Play Unstoppable Festival
Jan3
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…

Friday January 3, 2025
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago
601 N. Martingale Road
LEGO® DREAMZZZ: Agents Wanted Event
Jan3
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…

Friday January 3, 2025
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago
601 N. Martingale Road
Winterland, a Thrilling and One of a Kind Immersive Holiday Experience
Jan3
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…

Friday January 3, 2025
2:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Navy Pier
600 East Grand Avenue
ZooLights at Lincoln Park Zoo
Jan3
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…

Friday January 3, 2025
4:30 p.m.9:30 p.m.
Lincoln Park Zoo
N Cannon Dr at W Fullerton Pkwy
Willow Hill Lights
Jan3
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,…

Friday January 3, 2025
5:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Willow Hill Golf Course
1350 Willow Rd
Wrigleyville Wonderland Returns
Jan4
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…

Saturday January 4, 2025
Various locations
The Original Rainbow Cone Brings Holiday Magic to Lombard and Wicker Park
Jan4
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…

Saturday January 4, 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
Jan4
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…

Saturday January 4, 2025
Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville Chicago
700 East Grand #118
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