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Christkindlmarket Chicago| Chicago |
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Traditional German winter holiday market features holiday decorations, vendors in stalls and cottages selling German gift items and foods, entertainment and activities for all ages. The annual Children's Lantern Parade on St. Martin's Day is a highlight for children. Check the website for a detailed schedule of hours and events. New in 2012, Kinder Korner, a resource for children, teachers and parents, that includes at-market activities.
Where: Daley Plaza - Chicago
When: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday-Thursday; 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday-Saturday. Open 11 a.m.-4 p.m. on Nov. 22 and Dec. 24.
Ages: Family/All Ages
Cost: Free
Christmas in Shipshewana| Shipshewana |
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Various activities held throughout the holiday season including light parade and lighting ceremony, entertainment, demonstrations and giveaways.
Where: - Shipshewana
When: Various events held Nov. 10-Dec. 31; check the website for complete schedule of events.
Ages: Family/All Ages
Long Grove Holiday Festivities| Long Grove |
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Featuring horse-drawn carriage rides, visits with Santa and entertainment. Check website for detailed schedule. Weekends from Nov. 10-Dec. 23, 2012.
Where: Routes 83 and 53, just north of Lake Cook Road - Long Grove
When: Visit website for information
Ages: Family/All Ages
Santa in the Sky| Chicago |
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Santa visits on Saturday-Sunday and there are special activities each weekend.
Where: John Hancock Observatory - Chicago
When: Open daily Nov. 17-Dec. 24, 2012. Santa visits 1-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Visit website for additional weekend activities schedule.
Ages: Family/All Ages
Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival| Milwaukee |
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The festival kicks off at 6 p.m. on Nov. 15 in Pere Marquette park. Featuring live music, fireworks and the ceremonial lighting of the downtown lights. The light festival features thousands of lights and holiday displays.
Where: various locations, downtown streets and parks - Milwaukee
When: Nov. 15-Dec. 30 Festival Kick-off: 6 p.m. Nov. 15. Visit website for Jingle Bus schedule.
Ages: Family/All Ages
Cost: Free. $1 for Jingle Bus
Winter WonderLoop| Chicago |
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Spontaneous, family-friendly experiences around the Loop that include street performances from Goodman Theatre and Joffrey Ballet; giveaways of hot beverages, pastries and prizes from Corner Bakery; free pop-up photo booths, complete with props, from SmileBooth; strolling carolers and bands from local colleges and high schools; and Berghoff Restaurant mascot "Herman the German" giving away custom steins, ornaments and treats. Plus seasonal displays, decorations, and the 10 Wonders of the Loop.
Where: 27 East Monroe Street - Chicago
Ages: Family/All Ages
Cost: Free
Wonderland Express| Glencoe |
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Enjoy indoor and outdoor lighted displays, designer wreaths and trees, a replica English country train platform, and the Model Railroad Garden in seasonal decor.
Where: Chicago Botanic Garden - Glencoe
When: Call or visit the website for times.
Ages: Family/All Ages
Historic Holidays at Clarke House Museum| Chicago |
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Experience a traditional mid-nineteenth century Christmas at Clarke House Museum this holiday season. Discover the simple joys of homemade decorations, including pine boughs and a tabletop Christmas tree, which adorned the 1850s Chicago home. Learn about gifts exchanged by families like the Clarkes and pick up a period recipe to try.
Where: Clarke House Museum - Chicago
Ages: Family/All Ages
Cost: Free with admission
Naperville Park District Santa House| Naperville |
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Santa's little house on the Naperville Riverwalk will be occupied by Santa and kids can visit and have their photo taken.
Where: Riverwalk at Jackson Avenue and Webster St. - Naperville
When: Check website for schedule.
Ages: Family/All Ages
Cost: Free, photos $8 or two for $15
Santa House Special Needs Night| Naperville |
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This is an evening for families with special needs to visit Santa in his house on the Riverwalk, and have a photo taken. Reservations required.
Where: Riverwalk at Jackson Avenue and Webster St. - Naperville
When: 5-8 p.m.
Ages: Family/All Ages
Cost: Free; phos $8 or 2 for $15
