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Light of Christmas Drive Thru

November 21, 2024 - January 05, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Photo credit: iStock/elenaleonova

Location

Guaranteed Rate Field

333 W. 35th St.

Chicago, IL 60616

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Description

Light of Christmas Drive Thru takes place at Guaranteed Rate Field. Visitors can enjoy the immersive holiday light show from the comfort of their own car.

Event cost: $20.99-plus/vehicle

Event times: 5-9 p.m. Nov. 21, 2024-Jan. 5, 2025

Additional Information

Website: https://lightofchristmas.com/

Age recommendation: Babies, Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Teens, Toddlers, Tweens

Neighborhood: Chicago

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