Juliana Yeager Winterland Illuminarium at Navy Pier This is the last weekend to experience the magic of Winterland—a family adventure you won’t forget! From the moment you arrive, you and your little ones will be swept into a whimsical holiday wonderland filled with twinkling lights, fun activities, and moments you’ll treasure forever. This 45-minute journey…
Ring in the Fun: Your Chicago New Year’s Guide
Juliana Yeager Fireworks at Navy Pier Chicago invites everyone to celebrate the arrival of the New Year with its renowned, award-winning fireworks at Navy Pier. At midnight, a mesmerizing and free showcase will light up the lakefront, filling the sky with vibrant bursts of color to welcome 2025. This year, the award-winning New Year’s Eve…
Make It Merry: Your Chicago Holiday Weekend Cheat Sheet (December 20-22)
Juliana Yeager Little Chefs’ Holiday Donut Decorating Bring the kids to Time Our Market for a fun and festive donut decorating class! Hosted by 2d Restaurant, this hands-on workshop will teach young chefs how to decorate three unique mochi donuts: Santa’s Belly, Chocolate Reindeer, and Vanilla Snowman. Kids can get creative with a variety of…
Festive Fun: Chicago’s Best Holiday Picks for the Weekend (December 13-15)
Juliana Yeager The Hip Hop Nutcracker Get ready for a holiday mash-up like no other—The Hip Hop Nutcracker is back! Directed and choreographed by Tony and Olivier Award-nominated Jennifer Weber, this reimagined classic fuses high-energy hip-hop dance with Tchaikovsky’s iconic music for an unforgettable holiday experience. With a stellar cast of dancers, a DJ, a…
Celebrate the Season: Chicago’s Best Holiday Events (December 6-8)
Juliana Yeager The Nutcracker at Lyric Opera House Experience the magic of The Nutcracker this weekend with Christopher Wheeldon’s reimagined holiday classic, set at Chicago’s 1893 World’s Fair. Follow young Marie and her mother, a sculptress creating the iconic Statue of the Republic, as their Christmas Eve celebration turns into an unforgettable adventure. After a…
Weekend Magic in Chicago: Top Holiday Happenings November 29-December 1
Juliana Yeager Light Up the Lake Navy Pier’s Light Up the Lake is back, bringing holiday magic to Chicago! This festive event features sparkling light displays, exciting rides, seasonal markets, and hands-on workshops for the whole family to enjoy. Catch the award-winning fireworks and holiday drone shows for a truly memorable experience. Whether you’re shopping…
Chicago’s Holiday Highlights: Weekend Events for November 22-24
Juliana Yeager City of Chicago Christmas Tree Lighting at Millennium Park Experience the magic of the season at Millennium Park’s Christmas Tree Lighting event! Be among the first to see Chicago’s iconic Christmas tree sparkle with lights, marking the start of the holiday season. This festive attraction will shine bright every night through the New…
Kickoff the Holiday Season in Chicago: Weekend Events November 15-17
Juliana Yeager Zoo Lights at Lincoln Park Zoo Celebrate a landmark year for Chicagoland’s beloved holiday tradition, where dazzling new artistic displays and interactive experiences are set to captivate visitors. ZooLights returns with over 3 million sparkling lights, including hundreds of vibrant LED installations and a range of festive seasonal activities. Guests can stroll through…
Weekend Vibes: Chicago’s Best Events November 1-3
Juliana Yeager Dia de los Muertos at Time Out Market Join the Día de los Muertos celebration with a full day of family-friendly activities! The festivities include Storytime with Mirabel, vibrant sugar skull face painting for all ages, and live mariachi music. Guests can also enjoy Dos Hombres Mezcal tastings with insights from the brand’s…
Fall in the City: Chicago’s Must-Do Activities for October 25-27
Juliana Yeager Boo Bash at Hamilton Elementary Come enjoy a day packed with fun for everyone, including a costume parade, a Thriller Flash Mob dance lesson, live interactive reptiles and insects, spooky carnival games, arts and crafts, exciting prizes, music, food for purchase, and the famous Hamilton Haunted House, hosted by Hamilton’s scariest Middle Schoolers!…