Tree Lighting
Bolingbrook Village Hall 375 W Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook, IL, United StatesKick off the 2024 Winter Walk! More details to follow. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Places to See Santa.
Free
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Holly Days
Downtown Westmont Cass Avenue & West Quincy Street, Westmont, IL, United StatesBring your family, friends and neighbors to help ring in the holiday season at the one and only Holly Days Winter Festival! We officially kick off the month-long festival on Saturday, December 7 with our Opening Ceremonies in Downtown Westmont. The Frosty & Friends Parade will step off at 5PM and proceed down Cass Ave....
Free
Frosty and Friends Parade
Downtown Westmont Cass Avenue & West Quincy Street, Westmont, IL, United StatesBring your family, friends and neighbors to help ring in the holiday season at the one and only Holly Days Winter Festival! We officially kick off the month-long festival on Saturday, December 7 with our Opening Ceremonies in Downtown Westmont. The Frosty & Friends Parade will step off at 5PM and proceed down Cass Ave....
Free
Making Spirits Bright
Riverfront Park (North Aurora) 25 East State Street, North Aurora, IL, United StatesA holly jolly holiday season is upon us and we’re kicking it off with the annual Making Spirits Bright event! Please join us on Saturday, December 7 at North Aurora Riverfront Park for a festival full of holiday and community spirit! The event begins with a Holiday Vehicle Parade and this year you can be...
Winter Wonderland
Prairie Lakes Community Center 515 E Thacker Street, Des Plaines, United StatesDon your merriest apparel and join us for our annual Winter Wonderland holiday festival! Families will enjoy live entertainment, festive music, holiday train rides, cozy hot cocoa, and more fun winter activities! Registration is required for this event. Resident registration begins November 1. Non-resident registration begins November 14.
Free
Red and Green Magic Show
La Grange Public Library 10 W. Cossitt Avenue, La Grange, IL, United StatesJoin us the evening of La Grange's Holiday Walk and experience a festive magic show presented by Pocket Circus! "Red and Green" promises a hilarious mix of surprises, laughter, and unforgettable moments—perfect for the whole family. Don’t miss out on the fun! The program is funded by the Friends of the Library. Space is limited.
Free
A&A BALLET’s The Art Deco Nutcracker
Athenaeum Theatre 2936 North Southport Avenue, Chicago, IL, United StatesStart the holidays off with a unique experience and take on the classic Nutcracker! Chicago’s renowned A&A BALLET Company is excited to present its critically acclaimed Art Deco Nutcracker. This unique rendition of the classic holiday ballet has garnered praise for its innovative choreography, stunning period costumes, and captivating set designs, all inspired by the...
$22 – $59
Winter Fireworks & Drone Shows
Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL, United StatesNavy Pier’s dazzling, award-winning fireworks show is back at Light Up The Lake, offering a spectacular display for all to enjoy! Also, join us for two exciting new holiday-themed drone shows this winter season! Winter Schedule > Saturday, November 30 at 9PM (Fireworks Show) > Friday, December 6 at 9PM (Drone Show) > Saturday, December...
Free
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