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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 31, 2024
9:30 p.m.11:30 p.m.
iO Theater
1501 N. Kingsbury St.
City Cruises New Year’s Eve Fireworks Dinner Cruises
Dec31
Jan1
Tours & Attractions

City Cruises New Year’s Eve Fireworks Dinner Cruises

Celebrate the beginning of the New Year with an unforgettable experience on a dinner cruise designed for all types of groups. Indulge in all-inclusive packages…

Tuesday December 31, 2024
9:30 p.m.Wednesday January 1, 2025
12:30 a.m.
City Cruises Chicago – Navy Pier
600 E Grand Ave
Chicago’s New Year’s Eve Fireworks Spectacular
Dec31
Jan1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Tours & Attractions

Chicago’s New Year’s Eve Fireworks Spectacular

In partnership with ART on THE MART, the New Year’s Eve celebrations will include a custom ART on THE MART projection, beginning Sunday, Dec. 31,…

Tuesday December 31, 2024
10:00 p.m.Wednesday January 1, 2025
12:00 a.m.
Chicago’s New Year’s Eve Fireworks Spectacular
Dec31
Jan1
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events

Chicago’s New Year’s Eve Fireworks Spectacular

In partnership with ART on THE MART, the New Year’s Eve celebrations will include a custom ART on THE MART projection, beginning Sunday, Dec. 31, at…

Tuesday December 31, 2024
10:00 p.m.Wednesday January 1, 2025
12:00 a.m.
Chicago River
Upper Wacker Dr. from McClurg Ct. to Franklin 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
Stand-Up Comedy: Michael Longfellow
Dec31
Music & Comedy

Stand-Up Comedy: Michael Longfellow

Michael Longfellow is a cast member on Saturday Night Live. He joined as one of the new featured players of the show’s current 48th season.…

Tuesday December 31, 2024
10:15 p.m.11:45 p.m.
Zanies Comedy Club
1548 N. Wells St.
Frozen: The Broadway Musical
Jan1
Theatre & Performing Arts

Frozen: The Broadway Musical

THE REGIONAL PREMIERE! Nominated for a Tony Award for Best Musical, this sparkling Disney fairytale has been reimagined for the stage. The theatrical production of…

Wednesday, January 1st
Paramount Theatre
23 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora, IL, 60506
Flyover Chicago: Two Flying Journeys Under One Roof
Jan1
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…

Wednesday, January 1st
Navy Pier 600 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL
600 East Grand Avenue
Teatro ZinZanni Featuring Liv Warfield And Cunio Through March
Jan1
Theatre & Performing Arts

Teatro ZinZanni Featuring Liv Warfield And Cunio Through March

Teatro ZinZanni, named “Best Night Out in Chicago” by CS Magazine, is thrilled to announce their current production has been extended through March 30th due…

Wednesday, January 1st
Teatro ZinZanni Chicago
32 West Randolph Street
Kimpton Gray Hotel and Center for Native Futures: Indigenous Art
Jan1
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Kimpton Gray Hotel and Center for Native Futures: Indigenous Art

The Kimpton Gray Hotel is proud to partner with the Center for Native Futures art gallery to highlight the work of Indigenous artists in The Gray’s Living Room.…

Wednesday, January 1st
The Kimpton Gray Hotel
126 W Monroe Street
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 1st
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 1st
Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville Chicago
700 East Grand #118
Emily Hotel’s Artist in Residence Through December: Takako Konishi
Jan1
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Emily Hotel’s Artist in Residence Through December: Takako Konishi

Explore the transformative power of art at The Emily Hotel as we welcome our current Artist in Residence, Takako Konishi, through the end of the year.…

Wednesday, January 1st
The Emily Hotel
311 N Morgan St.
League of Chicago Theatres
Jan1
Jan4
Theatre & Performing Arts

Encounters with Light

Encounters with Light features Martha Graham’s 1931 masterpiece, Primitive Mysteries as well as a world premier by guest artist, Vershawn Sanders Ward. Original choreography by…

Wednesday, January 1stSaturday, January 4th

Embrace of Comfort Group Exhibit at necessary & sufficient coffee® – Printers Row
Jan1
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Embrace of Comfort Group Exhibit at necessary & sufficient coffee® – Printers Row

The Near South Loop hosts a timely exhibit in a tumultuous time – Embrace of Comfort Group Exhibit at necessary & sufficient coffee® – Printers…

Wednesday, January 1st
7:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
necessary & sufficient coffee – Printers Row
728 S Dearborn St
Dinos Alive
Jan1
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Dinos Alive

Go back millions of years to a land ruled by giants! This immersive experience brings you face to face with the fearsome and spectacular dinosaurs…

Wednesday, January 1st
9:00 a.m.7:00 p.m.
Exhibition Hub Art Center Chicago
2367 W Logan Blvd
Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective
Jan1
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…

Wednesday, January 1st
9:30 a.m.4:30 p.m.
Chicago History Museum
1601 N. Clark St.
Flight of Butterflies
Jan1
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Flight of Butterflies

ntroducing the Flight of Butterflies! This city-wide exhibit merges nature, art, and story telling, creating a memorable experience for all in Chicago. Local artists adorn…

Wednesday, January 1st
10:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
Nature Cat: Backyard and Beyond
Jan1
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Nature Cat: Backyard and Beyond

“Tally ho!” Get ready to explore the natural world with Nature Cat in Nature Cat: Backyard and Beyond! There’s so much to learn about nature…

Wednesday, January 1st
10:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
Homeschool Days at PEPPA PIG World of Play Chicago
Jan1
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…

Wednesday, January 1st
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago
5 Woodfield Mall
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