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Santa Days at Swissôtel Chicago

November 28 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Photo credit: Courtesy of Swissôtel Chicago

Description

Enjoy a magical Santa Days experience at Swissôtel Chicago, featuring an elf-guided Santa Suite tour, photos with Santa, kids’ crafts and cocoa from the Swiss Chocolate Trolley. A festive family favorite in the heart of the city.

Event cost: $60 per person; children under 2 free

Event times: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Nov. 28 and 3-6 p.m. Dec. 12

Additional Information

Website: https://www.exploretock.com/swissotel-chicago-chicago/event/private/3e3ae8c4-3cb4-4f61-8d55-882e2e9a986b

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

Neighborhood: Chicago

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