Winter

It’s No Christkindlmarket, But the Yuletide Festival Brings Cheer on a Smaller Scale

After playing host to Christkindlmarket for three years, Naperville’s Naper Settlement is hosting a new holiday tradition for 2019: the Yuletide Festival. My family checked out the fest on its…

Top (Santa-Free!) Things to Do With Kids in December 2019

Although December gets swallowed up by the holiday season, there are plenty of things to do in Chicagoland that don’t involve Christmas or Santa. December is a great time to…

Kick Off the Holiday Season with The Fox Valley Nutcracker

Fox Valley Ballet is proud to present The Fox Valley Nutcracker on November 30 and December 1, 2019 at the Batavia Fine Arts Centre. The production, now in its sixth…

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Review: Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light Exhibits at MSI

Now through January 5, 2020 the Museum of Science and Industry is showcasing their Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light exhibits. We always love visiting the Museum of…

Breakfast with Santa and Other Holiday Meal Options in the West and Southwest Suburbs 2019

Our family has a Christmas tradition of spending some time with the big man himself while enjoying a meal together. This is a great time to catch up on our…

Insider Tips for Christmas at The Walnut Room and Macy’s State Street

A perfect staycation during the holidays is right here in the Windy City! Pack up your car and head to Chicago for more holiday experiences! The City of Chicago has…

Winter

It’s No Christkindlmarket, But the Yuletide Festival Brings Cheer on a Smaller Scale

Top (Santa-Free!) Things to Do With Kids in December 2019

Kick Off the Holiday Season with The Fox Valley Nutcracker

Review: Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light Exhibits at MSI

Breakfast with Santa and Other Holiday Meal Options in the West and Southwest Suburbs 2019

Insider Tips for Christmas at The Walnut Room and Macy’s State Street

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