Admire Holiday Lights
Various Locations IL, United StatesVisit our guide of the 2022 Best Christmas Lights and Holiday Light Shows in Chicago’s Suburbs to find all the best spots for viewing holiday lights this season.
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Polar Express Storytime Train – SOLD OUT
Itasca Train Station Irving Park Road and Maple Street, Itasca, IL, United StatesMUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE All aboard the Polar Express Storytime Train! Take this exciting train ride, based on the book, The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg. A storyteller will...
$18 – $22
Breakfast with Tomten
Swedish American Museum 5211 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL, United StatesMUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE One of our most popular family event of the year! Join us on either Saturday or Sunday for a Swedish pancake breakfast with traditional crafts, a...
Polar Express T-Trak Model Railroad
Elmhurst Public Library 125 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst, IL, United StatesExperience model trains depicting the famous Polar Express with Chicago T-Trak, a group of railroad modelers that run N scale trains on modular layouts. Drop-in. No registration required.
Free
School-Age Social Hour
Nichols Library 200 W. Jefferson Ave, Naperville, IL, United StatesSchool-aged children from 2nd-5th grade will get the chance to socialize with each other while enjoying activities focused on reading, science, math, art, and more. Whether your child attends public...
Santa Express – SOLD OUT
Wheaton Train Station 402 W Front St, Wheaton, IL, United StatesCelebrate the holiday season with a train ride with Santa that includes a story, holiday music, and treats. Each paid child receives a small gift from Santa and a goody...
$20
Santa Express – SOLD OUT
Wheaton Train Station 402 W Front St, Wheaton, IL, United StatesCelebrate the holiday season with a train ride with Santa that includes a story, holiday music, and treats. Each paid child receives a small gift from Santa and a goody...
$20
Brunch with Buddy the Elf – SOLD OUT
Vaughan Athletic Center 2121 W. Indian Trail, Aurora, IL, United StatesREGISTER IN ADVANCE This event will be held at the Vaughan Athletic Center! Families can enjoy a special holiday brunch with the Grinch. Feast on a Grinch-themed buffet along with...
$15
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