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Event Series Quentin Road Christmas

Quentin Road Christmas

Quentin Road Baptist Church 24126 N. Quentin Road, Lake Zurich, United States

Take your family on a Christmas adventure through a luminary-lit forest trail. Navigate your way to Bethlehem in search of Baby Jesus. Along your journey, you will interact with townspeople, shepherds, angels, and wise men as you hear the story of Christmas.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of...

$10 – $15

Holiday Lights and Visits with Santa

Lilacia Park 150 S. Park Avenue, Lombard, IL, United States

Enjoy Lombard Park District’s annual holiday lights display in Lilacia Park! Charming holiday displays illuminate the park 4:30 – 10:00 pm daily with magical light shows, tree decorations, a gingerbread house, and so much more! Youngsters can visit with Santa Claus, enjoy a spectacular show with complimentary hot cocoa and cookies, and visit with their...

Free
Event Series Winter Fireworks

Winter Fireworks & Drone Shows

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

Navy 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
Event Series NCG Free Holiday Family Film Fest

NCG Free Holiday Family Film Fest

NCG Cinemas (Yorkville) 1505 N Bridge Street, Yorkville, United States

It’s the most wonderful time of the year and there is no better place to spend it than at NCG Cinemas! ❄️ Bring your friends and family to NCG Cinemas Holiday Film Festival β˜ƒοΈ starting December 6th. Come see your holiday favorites back on the BIG screen for a limited time 🎟️ Tickets are FREE!...

Free

Skate with Santa

Triphahn Community Center 1685 W. Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates, IL, United States

πŸ‘« Bring your friends and family for an unforgettable time on the ice! Whether you’re a skating pro or just starting out, our rink is the perfect place to make memories. All proceeds for this event will go toward the Friends of HEParks Foundation, supporting at-risk families in the Hoffman Estates community, so that they...

$7 – $10

Santa is Coming to Downtown Glen Ellyn

Downtown Glen Ellyn Main Street & Crescent Boulevard, Glen Ellyn, IL, United States

Ho Ho Ho, Santa Claus is coming to town! Don’t miss your chance to snap a photo with Santa and share your holiday wish. Visit with Santa on Candy Cane Lane. Don't miss this new tradition while you shop & dine in Downtown Glen Ellyn.   For information on more events like this, check out...

Free
Event Series Meet Santa at ABT Electronics

Meet Santa at ABT Electronics

ABT Electronics 1200 N Milwaukee Avenue, Glenview, United States

This holiday season, bring your family and friends to meet Santa at the Atrium! Enjoy a magical experience and create lasting memories with a free photo opportunity with Santa Claus. Free to attend.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Places to See Santa.

Free
Event Series Budding Botanists

Budding Botanists

Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N Central Park Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

Watch out as you explore the Conservatory – you may run into a Budding Botanists! on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00am to 3:00pm, Nature Educators will provide activities for kids of all ages at our Budding Botanists station. These programs are drop in and no preregistration is required. You can stop by and interact with...

Free

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