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Holiday Bricktacular
Dec19
Tours & Attractions

Holiday Bricktacular

Build the best memories at Chicago’s top family holiday event, Holiday Bricktacular! Daily from November 29th – January 5th, families can enjoy a winter wonderland…

Thursday, December 19th
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago
601 N. Martingale Road
The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour
Dec19
Tours & Attractions

The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour

“Everything has beauty, but not everyone sees it.”  (Confucius) Everyone does a boat tour when they visit Chicago.  But as fun as that is, it’s…

Thursday, December 19th
11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
Open Your Eyes: Explore Chicago’s Underground Pedway & Other Secrets of the Loop
Dec19
Tours & Attractions

Open Your Eyes: Explore Chicago’s Underground Pedway & Other Secrets of the Loop

“What strange phenomena we find in a great city — all we need do is stroll about with our eyes open.” (Charles Baudelaire) Come experience…

Thursday, December 19th
2:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Chicago Pedway
120 N. LaSalle St.
Winterland, a Thrilling and One of a Kind Immersive Holiday Experience
Dec19
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, December 19th
2:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Navy Pier
600 East Grand Avenue
Big Bus Tours’ Sunset Live Tour
Dec19
Tours & Attractions

Big Bus Tours’ Sunset Live Tour

Big Bus Tours, the global leader in open-top bus sightseeing, invites visitors to experience the enhanced Sunset Live Tour in Chicago. Available now through Oct.…

Thursday, December 19th
7:30 p.m.9:00 p.m.
63 West Ontario Street Chicago, IL 60654
63 West Ontario Street
City Cruises Holiday Fireworks and Drone Dinner Cruises
Dec20
Tours & Attractions

City Cruises Holiday Fireworks and Drone Dinner Cruises

Embark on an unforgettable evening filled with magic on a Holiday Fireworks or Drone Dinner Cruise on Lake Michigan or the Chicago River. Savor the…

Friday, December 20th
12:00 a.m.
Navy Pier, 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
Flyover Chicago: Two Flying Journeys Under One Roof
Dec20
Tours & Attractions

Flyover Chicago: Two Flying Journeys Under One Roof

Flyover, one of the city’s most exciting attractions to open in 2024, has launched an exciting new double feature that pairs their immersive Believe Chicago…

Friday, December 20th
Navy Pier 600 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL
600 East Grand Avenue
Great Big Game Show Launch Party
Dec20
Dec21
Tours & Attractions

Great Big Game Show Launch Party

Come try out our game show for a chance to win $1,000! Stop by to participate in our two-day Great Big Game Show Launch Party…

Friday, December 20th
9:00 a.m.Saturday, December 21st
10:30 p.m.
Chicago, IL
Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective
Dec20
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective

What do a red sequin burlesque costume, a pair of original Air Jordan 1s, a baby’s wool bathing suit, and an enormous white tulle Christian…

Friday, December 20th
9:30 a.m.4:30 p.m.
Chicago History Museum
1601 N. Clark St.
BRICK-Tastic Spring Break at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago
Dec20
Tours & Attractions

BRICK-Tastic Spring Break at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago

Spring Break memories will last a lifetime at the ultimate indoor LEGO® playground! Jump into a world of creativity, color and playful learning at LEGOLAND…

Friday, December 20th
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago
601 N. Martingale Road
Brick-or-Treat: Monster Party!
Dec20
Tours & Attractions

Brick-or-Treat: Monster Party!

Chicagoland’s top family Halloween event is here! Daily from September 27th – October 31st, families can get into the Halloween spirit as LEGO® Monsters take over LEGOLAND Discovery…

Friday, December 20th
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago
601 N. Martingale Road
Homeschool Days at PEPPA PIG World of Play Chicago
Dec20
Tours & Attractions

Homeschool Days at PEPPA PIG World of Play Chicago

Join us for Homeschool Days at Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago, where preschool families can enjoy an OINKTASTIC discount! Experience the magic of Peppa…

Friday, December 20th
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago
5 Woodfield Mall
Holiday Bricktacular
Dec20
Tours & Attractions

Holiday Bricktacular

Build the best memories at Chicago’s top family holiday event, Holiday Bricktacular! Daily from November 29th – January 5th, families can enjoy a winter wonderland…

Friday, December 20th
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago
601 N. Martingale Road
The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour
Dec20
Tours & Attractions

The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour

“Everything has beauty, but not everyone sees it.”  (Confucius) Everyone does a boat tour when they visit Chicago.  But as fun as that is, it’s…

Friday, December 20th
11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour
Dec20
Tours & Attractions

The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour

“Everything has beauty, but not everyone sees it.”  (Confucius) Everyone does a boat tour when they visit Chicago.  But as fun as that is, it’s…

Friday, December 20th
11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour
Dec20
Tours & Attractions

The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour

“Everything has beauty, but not everyone sees it.”  (Confucius) Everyone does a boat tour when they visit Chicago.  But as fun as that is, it’s…

Friday, December 20th
1:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
Open Your Eyes: Explore Chicago’s Underground Pedway & Other Secrets of the Loop
Dec20
Tours & Attractions

Open Your Eyes: Explore Chicago’s Underground Pedway & Other Secrets of the Loop

“What strange phenomena we find in a great city — all we need do is stroll about with our eyes open.” (Charles Baudelaire) Come experience…

Friday, December 20th
2:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Chicago Pedway
120 N. LaSalle St.
Winterland, a Thrilling and One of a Kind Immersive Holiday Experience
Dec20
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, December 20th
2:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Navy Pier
600 East Grand Avenue
3rd Fridays Free Admission Night
Dec20
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

3rd Fridays Free Admission Night

Free Admission Museum Nights take place every third Friday of each month from 5 pm to 8 pm! The tour will start at 6:00 pm…

Friday, December 20th
5:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Heritage Museum of Asian Art
3FL, 3500 S Morgan St, Chicago, IL, 60609
Big Bus Tours’ Sunset Live Tour
Dec20
Tours & Attractions

Big Bus Tours’ Sunset Live Tour

Big Bus Tours, the global leader in open-top bus sightseeing, invites visitors to experience the enhanced Sunset Live Tour in Chicago. Available now through Oct.…

Friday, December 20th
7:30 p.m.9:00 p.m.
63 West Ontario Street Chicago, IL 60654
63 West Ontario Street
Latin Dance Night
Dec20
Dec21
Tours & Attractions

Latin Dance Night

Immerse yourself in a cultural experience on Friday evening! It’s the new and exciting Salsa & Bachata Night at Takito Street, where you can immerse…

Friday, December 20th
9:00 p.m.Saturday, December 21st
2:00 a.m.
Takito Street
2423 N Lincoln Ave
City Cruises Holiday Fireworks and Drone Dinner Cruises
Dec21
Tours & Attractions

City Cruises Holiday Fireworks and Drone Dinner Cruises

Embark on an unforgettable evening filled with magic on a Holiday Fireworks or Drone Dinner Cruise on Lake Michigan or the Chicago River. Savor the…

Saturday, December 21st
12:00 a.m.
Navy Pier, 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
Flyover Chicago: Two Flying Journeys Under One Roof
Dec21
Tours & Attractions

Flyover Chicago: Two Flying Journeys Under One Roof

Flyover, one of the city’s most exciting attractions to open in 2024, has launched an exciting new double feature that pairs their immersive Believe Chicago…

Saturday, December 21st
Navy Pier 600 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL
600 East Grand Avenue
Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective
Dec21
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions

Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective

What do a red sequin burlesque costume, a pair of original Air Jordan 1s, a baby’s wool bathing suit, and an enormous white tulle Christian…

Saturday, December 21st
9:30 a.m.4:30 p.m.
Chicago History Museum
1601 N. Clark St.
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