A holly jolly holiday season is upon us and weโre 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...
Don 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.
Join 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 momentsโperfect for the whole family. Donโt miss out on the fun! The program is funded by the Friends of the Library. Space is limited.
Start the holidays off with a unique experience and take on the classic Nutcracker! Chicagoโs 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...
Navy Pierโs 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...
Photos with Santa available, plus Ladies Auxiliary Bake sale. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Place to Eat with Santa.
Join us for Santa Cares, a sensory-friendly Santa Experience on Sunday, December 8. Weโll turn down the music and provide some snacks so that your child can make holiday memories with Santa in a soothing environment. Santa Cares is reservation only. Please select a timeslot that works best for your family. One timeslot reservation per...
Macerichโs Fashion Outlets of Chicago invites children with special needs and their families for โSanta Cares,โ a sensory-friendly Santa experience on Sunday, December 8 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Taking place prior to shopping center opening, โSanta Caresโ will be carefully managed to accommodate guests with autism and other special needs, including necessary environmental...
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