Upcoming Events

Dec 8, 2019 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Troll Hunt

A journey to find the larger-than-life guardians of the forest. Read more

Exhibits, Family, Gardens, Moderate, Morton Arboretum, Outdoors, Western Suburbs

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Dec 8, 2019 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Breakfast with Santa

Hotel Zachary

Families are invited to enjoy a special holiday-inspired breakfast buffet with Jolly Old Saint Nick. Read more

Brunch, Chicago, Holiday, Santa, Wrigleyville

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Dec 8, 2019

A Christmas Carol

Goodman Theatre

Join Scrooge as he journeys through his past, present and future. Read more

Arts & culture, Chicago, Family, Moderate, Performance, Theater

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Dec 8, 2019

‘A Christmas Story’ Comes Home

Indiana Welcome Center

The "A Christmas Story" Comes Home exhibit centers around 6 animatronic window displays from Macy's Department Store in New York featuring different scenes from "A Christmas Story." Read more

Free, Holiday, Movies, Pets, Santa

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Dec 8, 2019

Beauty and the Beast

Paramount Arts Centre and Theatre

One of Disney’s most beloved animated films comes to life for a holiday production. Read more

Arts & culture, Family, Naperville/Aurora, Stage, Theater, Western Suburbs

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Dec 8, 2019

Children’s Holiday Tea Events with Mrs. Claus

The Peninsula Chicago

A holiday lunch designed with children in mind, an Afternoon Tea with a sparkling cocktail for the adults, cookie decorating, classic holiday stories read by Mrs. Claus, a surprise visit from Santa and a goodie bag of treats to take home. Read more

Chicago, Cookies, Early Elementary, Family, Holiday Tea, Late Elementary, Middle School, Mrs. Claus, Preschool, Reading

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Dec 8, 2019

Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light

Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago

The Grand Tree takes center stage, surrounded by 50 smaller trees. Read more

Chicago, Christmas, Exhibits, Family, Holidays, Hyde Park, Moderate, Museums

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Dec 8, 2019

Christmas Town at Summerfield Zoo

Summerfield Farm & Zoo

Check out Santa's Reindeer Barn with Santa's entire sleigh team of reindeer, then visit with Santa Claus. Read more

Animals, Exhibit, Holiday, Illinois, North/Northwest Suburbs, Rockford, Santa

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Dec 8, 2019

Holiday Happenings in Downtown Tinley Park

Oak Park Avenue Train Station

Enjoy tree lighting, parades, carriage rides, movies and carnival rides. Read more

Fairs & fests, Family, Free, Holidays, Parades, Santa, South Suburbs

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Dec 8, 2019

Holiday Tea at Pavilion

The Langham, Chicago

Holiday afternoon tea service. Read more

Chicago, Family, Holiday, Holiday Tea, Tea time

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Dec 8, 2019

Home for the Holidays at the Rialto

Rialto Square Theatre

Festivities include holiday movies, concerts and plays. Read more

Fairs & fests, Family, Holiday Tea, Holidays, South Suburbs

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Dec 8, 2019

Imagine the Moon Sky Show

Adler Planetarium

Imagine the Moon sky show takes a closer look at humanity’s relationship with Earth’s nearest neighbor. Read more

Adler Planetarium, Chicago, Family, Moon

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Dec 8, 2019

Infinite Possibilities

Adler Planetarium

This installation shines a light on humanity’s fascination with the Moon throughout history, the exploration it inspires and the mysteries it still holds. Read more

Adler Planetarium, Chicago, Exhibit, Family, Moderate, Moon

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Dec 8, 2019

Long Grove Holiday Festivities

An old-fashioned celebration comes alive. Read more

Fairs & fests, Family, Holidays, McHenry/Lake County

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Dec 8, 2019

Naperville Park District Santa House

Kids can visit and have their photo taken with Santa. Read more

Fairs & fests, Family, Free, Holidays, Naperville/Aurora, Santa, Special needs, Western Suburbs

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Dec 8, 2019

Nature Cat: Backyard and Beyond

Kohl Children's Museum

In collaboration with WTTW, Kohl Children's Museum will debut an exhibit featuring Nature Cat designed to encourage children to explore the natural world. Read more

Early Elementary, Kohl Children's Museum, Late Elementary, Moderate, Nature, North/Northwest Suburbs, Northbrook/Glenview, Preschool

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Dec 8, 2019

Remembering Dr. King: 1929-1968

Chicago History Museum

Walk through a gallery of key moments in Dr. King’s work and Civil Rights. Read more

Chicago, Exhibits, Family, Inexpensive, Lincoln Park, Museums

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Dec 8, 2019

Santa HQ at Fashion Outlets of Chicago

Fashion Outlets of Chicago

Experience Santa's workshop in the digital and social media age. Read more

Christmas, Family, Free, Holidays, North/Northwest Suburbs, Santa, Shop

GARY G SCHEMPP

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Dec 8, 2019

The Nutcracker

Chopin Theatre

A ballet-free version of the holiday classic. Read more

Arts & culture, Chicago, Family, Holidays, Moderate, Performance, The Nutcracker, Theater

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Dec 8, 2019

The Polar Express

Union Station

Ride The Polar Express through the neighborhoods along the Chicago River. Read more

Chicago, Elementary, Holiday, Holiday Train, Santa, Trains

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Dec 8, 2019

Winter Wonderfest at Navy Pier

Navy Pier

Indoor ice skating, entertainment, rides and inflatable slides. Read more

Chicago, Expensive, Fairs & fests, Family, Holidays

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Dec 8, 2019

Wired to Wear

Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago

Wired to Wear is the first-ever exhibit dedicated to wearable technology. Read more

Chicago, Family, Moderate, Museum of Science and Industry, Teens, Tweens

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Dec 8, 2019 9:00 AM

Breakfast with Santa at the Cafe

Glenview Park Golf Club

Enjoy breakfast with Santa. Read more

Breakfast, Family, Holiday, North/Northwest Suburbs, Northbrook/Glenview, Santa

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Dec 8, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Gingerbread Houses

Taste Buds Kitchen

Parent and child pairs work together to design and decorate their very own Gingerbread House. Read more

baking, Christmas, Early Elementary, Family, gingerbread, Holiday, Late Elementary, McHenry/Lake County, Preschool, Toddlers

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Dec 8, 2019 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Breakfast with Santa

The Morton Arboretum

Children can interact with Santa and his helpers at breakfast. Read more

Brunch, Family, Food, Holiday, Morton Arboretum, Santa

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Dec 8, 2019 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

“Characters on Ice”

Parkway Bank Park Entertainment District

Visit the rink early and skate with favorite characters Read more

Disney, Family, Free, North/Northwest Suburbs, Outdoors, Princesses, Santa, super heroes, Winter Fun

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Dec 8, 2019 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Young Families Celebrate Chanukah

Chicago Children's Museum

Join jBaby Chicago and PJ Library to celebrate the Festival of Lights. Read more

Babies, Chicago Children's Museum, Early Elementary, Family, Hanukkah, Holiday, Moderate, Navy Pier, Preschool, Toddlers

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Dec 8, 2019 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Santa at the Driehaus Museum

Driehaus Museum

Art projects, lively story time, and sing-a-longs provide fun for the entire family. Read more

Chicago, Family, Gold Coast, Holidays, Moderate, Museums, Santa

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Dec 8, 2019 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Breakfast with Santa

Pheasant Run Resort

Enjoy breakfast, decorate cookies and share gift wishes with Santa. Read more

breakfast, Breakfast, Brunch, Family, Food, Holidays, Moderate, Santa, Western Suburbs

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Dec 8, 2019 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Chicago's Night Sky

Adler Planetarium

This exhibition will help connect you—and your city—to the wondrous human tradition of looking up. Read more

Adler Planetarium, Chicago, Early Elementary, Family, High school, Late Elementary, Middle School, sky, stars

Alex Goykhman

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