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Candlelight and Gingerbread: A Victorian Holiday Celebration for the Entire Family

Glen Ellyn Historic Center 800 N. Main Street, Glen Ellyn, IL, United States

Join the Glen Ellyn Historical Society as we host our annual Victorian holiday celebration. Guests will start out at the history center by crafting Victorian themed ornaments and enjoying some snacks and hot chocolate while viewing the entries in our annual gingerbread house contest. The Glen Ellyn Historical Society is proud to again have Twig...

$8 – $10
Event Series Winter Fireworks

Winter Fireworks

Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

New for the winter season! Navy Pier’s free dazzling Award-Winning fireworks display will now feature Saturday shows this winter! Get cozy on the Pier and enjoy the spectacular winter display. WINTER FIREWORKS SCHEDULE Saturday, November 25 at 9PM Saturday, December 2 at 9PM Saturday, December 9 at 9PM Saturday, December 16 at 9PM Saturday, December...

Free
Event Series Caring Santa is Coming to Town

Caring Santa is Coming to Town

Woodfield Mall 5 Woodfield Mall, Schaumburg, IL, United States

CARING SANTA IS COMING TO TOWN Caring Santa is back! Make your reservation for a private photo experience for chidren with special nees by Clicking Here! Woodfield Mall will be hosting 2 Caring Santa events this year. To make your reservation for this private event for children with special needs, go to the Reservation Page, scroll...

Event Series Winter Wonderland

Winter Wonderland

Wonder Works Children's Museum 6445 West North Avenue, Oak Park, IL, United States

From December 7th to 11th, Wonder Works will transform into a Winter Wonderland. Two special friends will be available for hugs and pictures: the Winter Princess and Ursa the Wonder Polar Bear. Story time will be winter themed and we will feature a variety of stations and play materials celebrating the magic of snow and...

Included in general admission
Event Series Santa Photos

Santa Photos

Geneva Commons 602 Commons Drive, Geneva, IL, United States

Meet Santa Claus & Get a Free Toy*! Make lasting holiday memories! Santa’s waiting to say hello and ho ho ho! Bring your little ones for a visit, a photo, & a toy* with Santa Claus. Come to Room 410 Commons Drive, between Sephora and Holm Studio, and start making memories that will last a...

Free
Event Series Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides

Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides

Downtown Long Grove 308 Old McHenry Road, Long Grove, IL, United States

Carriage rides are one of our most beloved activities during our Vintage Holidays season. Passengers are invited to sit back and take in the nostalgia of our historic downtown as the clattering of horse hooves lead the way. Ride Dates November 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26 December 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23...

$15

Paper Bag Fairy Houses

St. Charles Public Library 1 S. 6th Street, St. Charles, IL, United States

Stop by with your family to create light up paper bag houses, perfect for fairies or other small creatures! Supplies are limited to 50 participants.

Free
Event Series Strolling Carolers

Strolling Carolers

Downtown Downers Grove 933A Curtiss Street, Downers Grove, IL, United States

Enjoy the sounds of strolling carolers in downtown Downers Grove. Confirm times as schedule varies daily. 

Free

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