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Mrs. Claus! A Holiday Musical
Nov22
Theatre & Performing Arts

Mrs. Claus! A Holiday Musical

Chicago Kids Company’s Holiday Classic returns for the 25th Year!  Our biggest and most colorful show will put you in the Holiday Spirit in no…

Friday, November 22nd
10:30 a.m.11:30 a.m.
Beverly Arts Center
2407 W. 111th Street
The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour
Nov22
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, November 22nd
11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour
Nov22
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, November 22nd
11:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
Cleve Carney Museum of Art presents “Grid Luck”
Nov22
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Cleve Carney Museum of Art presents “Grid Luck”

The Cleve Carney Museum of Art (CCMA), located on the College of DuPage campus will present “Grid Luck,” an exhibition by Chicago-based artist  Alberto Aguilar.   In “Grid Luck,”…

Friday, November 22nd
11:00 a.m.3:00 p.m.
Cleve Carney Museum of Art
425 W Fawell Blvd.
New Monuments | Chicago Brendan Fernandes
Nov22
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Theatre & Performing Arts

New Monuments | Chicago Brendan Fernandes

Envisioned as the first in a series of interventions that engage monuments in and outside of the United States, New Monuments | Chicago by Brendan Fernandes seeks…

Friday, November 22nd
11:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Grant Park
301 S Columbus Dr
Chicago Fair Trade’s Holiday Pop-Up
Nov22
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…

Friday, November 22nd
11:00 a.m.7:00 p.m.
663 N Michigan Ave on The Magnificent Mile!
663
Christkindlmarket
Nov22
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,…

Friday, November 22nd
11:00 a.m.9:00 p.m.
Daley Civic Center
50 W. Washington St.
The World Within: Chicago’s Original & Best Architecture Interiors Tour
Nov22
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, November 22nd
1:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Chicago Loop & River North
The Beloved Holiday Classic, “Ruth Page’s The Nutcracker,” Returns
Nov22
Theatre & Performing Arts

The Beloved Holiday Classic, “Ruth Page’s The Nutcracker,” Returns

CHICAGO – The Ruth Page Center for the Arts is proud to present its annual live production of “Ruth Page’s The Nutcracker” featuring original choreography…

Friday, November 22nd
1:00 p.m.3:30 p.m.
Various locations
Open Your Eyes: Explore Chicago’s Underground Pedway & Other Secrets of the Loop
Nov22
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, November 22nd
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
Nov22
Jan5
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 November 22, 2024
2:00 p.m.Sunday January 5, 2025
9:00 p.m.
Navy Pier
600 East Grand Avenue
LOVE SONG by John Kolvenbach from Remy Bumppo Theatre Company
Nov22
Theatre & Performing Arts

LOVE SONG by John Kolvenbach from Remy Bumppo Theatre Company

CHICAGO – Remy Bumppo Theatre Company is pleased to announce the cast, creative and production teams for Love Song, written by John Kolvenbach and directed…

Friday, November 22nd
2:30 p.m.5:00 p.m.
Theater Wit
Curious Theatre Branch announces with a world premiere from Jenny Magnus, The Good
Nov22
Theatre & Performing Arts

Curious Theatre Branch announces with a world premiere from Jenny Magnus, The Good

CHICAGO – Curious Theatre Branch, continues its 35th anniversary season with a world premiere from Founding Co-Artistic Director Jenny Magnus, The Good, March 29 –…

Friday, November 22nd
3:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Chicago Dramatists
1105 W. Chicago Ave. , Chicago, IL, 60642
ZooLights at Lincoln Park Zoo
Nov22
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, November 22nd
4:30 p.m.9:30 p.m.
Lincoln Park Zoo
N Cannon Dr at W Fullerton Pkwy
Neon Gardens Opens New Chicago Bears Themed Patio
Nov22
Sports & Recreation

Neon Gardens Opens New Chicago Bears Themed Patio

Neon Gardens, Lincoln Park’s newest hotspot for New York-style pizza, introduces the Chicago Bears Patio Pop-Up experience, now open to celebrate game days and showcase…

Friday, November 22nd
5:00 p.m.
Neon Gardens
2576 N. Lincoln Ave
City of Chicago Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Nov22
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

City of Chicago Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

Chicago’s official Christmas Tree will be illuminated on Friday, November 22 at 6pm with the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. The tree will remain illuminated through…

Friday, November 22nd
5:00 p.m.7:00 p.m.
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph St
Marri Rock the Mile
Nov22
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Marri Rock the Mile

Eat! Drink! And Be Charitable! Celebrating on Friday, November 22nd from 5-8pm at the Chicago Marriott Downtown Mag Mile. Enjoy curated culinary creations, tasty libations,…

Friday, November 22nd
5:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile
540 N Michigan Ave
Opening Reception: (is it) Enough? by Paul Wear and Andrea Jablonski
Nov22
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Opening Reception: (is it) Enough? by Paul Wear and Andrea Jablonski

Opening Reception Friday, November 22, 2024 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM CDT Additional Information Oliva Gallery 3816 West Armitage Avenue Chicago, IL 60647 Contact: 847-922-5736…

Friday, November 22nd
5:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
Oliva Gallery
3816 W Armitage Ave
Willow Hill Lights
Nov22
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, November 22nd
5:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Willow Hill Golf Course
1350 Willow Rd
Teatro Zinzanni
Nov22
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

Teatro Zinzanni

Tickets are on sale Now at https://zinzanni.com/chicago/ for Love, Chaos, & Dinner ! Teatro Zinzanni returns to the vibrant Chicago Loop inside the velvet walls…

Friday, November 22nd
6:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Spiegeltent – Cambria Hotel
32 W. Randolph
Little Orphan Boy The Musical!
Nov22
Music & Comedy

Little Orphan Boy The Musical!

The critically acclaimed original musical returns one more time to the Annoyance Theater just in time for the holiday season. Come enjoy some of Chicago’s…

Friday, November 22nd
6:30 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Annoyance Theatre & Bar
851 W. Belmont Ave., 2nd Fl.
Little Orphan Boy The Musical!
Nov22
Theatre & Performing Arts

Little Orphan Boy The Musical!

The critically acclaimed original musical returns one more time to the Annoyance Theater just in time for the holiday season. Come enjoy some of Chicago’s…

Friday, November 22nd
6:30 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Annoyance Theatre & Bar
851 W. Belmont Ave., 2nd Fl.
Jack O’Lantern World
Nov22
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Jack O’Lantern World

Jack O’Lantern World is famous for its 5000 hand-carved pumpkins and 2000+ LB US National Champion giant pumpkins. The event is organized by All Community…

Friday, November 22nd
6:30 p.m.10:00 p.m.
215 S Rand Road, Lake Zurich, IL. 60047
215 S Rand Road
The Infinite Wrench
Nov22
Music & Comedy, Theatre & Performing Arts

The Infinite Wrench

Don’t miss the longest running late-night show in Chicago! At The Infinite Wrench you’ll see 30 original plays in 60 minutes written and performed by…

Friday, November 22nd
7:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
The Neo-Futurist Theater
5153 N. Ashland Ave.
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