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Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light
Explore rich holiday traditions from around the globe while creating your own traditions with loved ones in Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light. It began in 1942 with a single tree. Today, the Museum’s beloved annual celebration features a four-story, floor-to-dome Grand Tree, surrounded by a forest of more than 50 trees and displays decorated by volunteers to represent the holiday traditions from cultures around the globe. On the weekends, you can also enjoy live holiday performances. It’s the one-of-a-kind experience…
Holiday Bricktacular
Join the holly jolly fun as we team up with our Master Model Builder to transform into a winter wonderland with magical builds and activities! Don’t forget to stop by our LEGO Store for supercharged gift ideas.
Santa HQ at Fashion Outlets of Chicago
Fashion Outlets of Chicago will get guests in the holiday spirit with the return of its immersive visit with Santa: “Santa HQ,” from Nov. 8 – Dec. 24. In partnership with HGTV, Santa HQ offers families and children of all ages with the opportunity to experience the magic of Santa’s workshop through innovative and interactive digital activities. Throughout their visit, guests can use the workshop’s magic mirror to transform into one of Santa’s elves, virtually change their elf’s outfits, receive…
Little Playtimes
Mini LEGO® builders can enjoy BIG fun at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center every Tuesday morning 10:00 AM -12:00 PM with DUPLO® Little Playtimes! We will open the second floor exclusively for toddlers and their parents as a perfect location for toddler play and parenting groups. Tickets are $12 per child & $14 per adult and include 1 doughnut per person & either a tall coffee or tall hot chocolate from our Coffee Shop Bring your littlest LEGO lovers and enjoy awesome…
Eleanor’s Very Merry Christmas Wish
Eleanor's Very Merry Christmas Wish - The Musical, a new family-friendly holiday production, will debut at the Greenhouse Theater Center, 2257 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago, November 19 - December 29, 2019. Presented by Chicago-based DMT Entertainment, the 65-minute musical is an engaging tale of love, friendship, and the magic of the holiday season. Eleanor's Very Merry Christmas Wish - The Musical is recommended for all dreamers, ages 3 and up. Eleanor's Very Merry Christmas Wish - The Musical tells the…
The Joffrey Ballet Presents The Nutcracker
The Joffrey Ballet’s critically-acclaimed reimagined classic, The Nutcracker, by Tony Award®-winning choreographer Christopher Wheeldon, returns to open the holiday season at the historic Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University, in downtown Chicago at 50 East Ida B. Wells Drive, in 29 performances, November 30-December 29, 2019. For specific show times, please follow the provided link. This season’s production marks the last time The Nutcracker will take place at the Auditorium Theatre since its world premiere in 2016. The Company moves to…
Caroling at Cloud Gate
Bundle up and get ready to belt out some holiday classics at Caroling at Cloud Gate, festive events that are part concert, part sing-along as local Chicago choral groups lead hundreds of celebrants in song.
Robin Spielberg’s “Spirit of the Holidays Sing-A-Long”
Robin Spielberg is one of America's most beloved pianists/composers. With an impressive tour schedule and eighteen recordings, this Steinway Artist has been winning the hearts of listeners around the world with her compelling melodies and sensitive piano technique since debuting her first recording of original solos for piano, "Heal of the Hand." This evening will include Robin's gorgeous arrangements for the season, from traditional Christmas carols to winter favorites, as well as tales from the bench that uplift and inspire.…
Celebrate the Ho-Ho-holiday Season at NEWCITY with a Visit with Santa!
On Saturday, December 14th, Shutterbox will be on site to capture your visit with a complimentary 4x6 print and digital photo. Gather friends and family for a memorable holiday photo! Through December 22nd on Saturdays and Sundays and Santa and his North Pole Elf will be available from 1:00 p.m. -5:00 p.m. for “Selfies with Santa” inside the NEWCITY lobby. In the spirit of the holiday, NEWCITY is currently featuring a giant Christmas tree, life-size Snow Globe lounges in the…
Sequence Ch!cago
Saturday, December 14 Seasonal Concert: 5 – 6 p.m. Fifth Third Bank Family Pavilion MUSIC: The Oh Yeahs Sequence Ch!cago returns to Navy Pier this fall and winter, highlighting the city’s vibrant arts and cultural scene over 10 dates throughout the season. Presented by the Paul M. Angell Family Foundation, the series includes performances from Chicago’s gifted musicians, handcrafted works by local artisans and special events, such as “Housegiving,” a house music celebration featuring a clothing drive for the homeless.…
Krampus and St. Nicholas Visit Hofbräuhaus
Learn if you're on the naughty or nice list at Hofbräuhaus Chicago with visits from German holiday folklore icons, St. Nicholas and his mischievous companion Krampus. Derived from Germanic folklore, Krampus is a beast-like creature who punishes those who are naughty throughout the yule season. Krampus is said to be spotted during the month of December roaming the streets in search of those that wound up on the naughty list. The pair will visit Hofbräuhaus from 6 p.m. – 9…
“Characters on Ice” at Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park
The Chicago Wolves Ice Rink at Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park will host “Characters on Ice” every Sunday from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. throughout the month of December. Presented by Xfinity, children ages 12 and under are invited to visit the rink early and skate with their families alongside some of their favorite characters including: • Cinderella & The Prince (Dec. 1) • Anna & Kristoff (Dec. 8) • Batman & Catwoman (Dec. 15) • Santa Claus & Mrs. Claus…