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Live Nativity at Faith

Faith Lutheran Church (Aurora) 3000 Liberty Street, Aurora

This year, the spirit of Christmas will be alive at Faith, as we host our annual outdoor Live Nativity on Saturday, December 14 at 6:00 PM. The journey will take you back in time to the birth of our Savior. Shepherds peacefully tend to their flocks, while Mary and Joseph look after the child in...

Event Series Holiday Lights and Visits with Santa

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

Berwyn Holiday Weekend

Various Locations IL, United States

Join Us for the Berwyn Holiday Weekend – December 13th-15th! Celebrate the season with a community-wide holiday event! The Berwyn Holiday Weekend invites local businesses to host festive activities throughout the weekend. From cookie decorating and mini holiday markets to card-making workshops, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Low-Sensory Mornings

Griffin Museum of Science and Industry 5700 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

Low-Sensory Mornings provide exclusive early access to Griffin MSI from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., allowing you to explore with exhibits with modified lighting and sound. Your tickets also include Museum Entry for rest of the day, with most Museum experiences remaining in sensory-friendly mode until noon. See below for program dates and visit details including...

$6.50 – $11
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 ☃️ starting December 6th. Come see your holiday favorites back on the BIG screen for a limited time 🎟️ Tickets are FREE!...

Free

Children’s Breakfast with Santa

Lyons Village Hall 4200 Lawndale Ave, Lyons, IL, United States

For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Place to Eat with Santa.

Meet ‘n Greet with the Grinch

The Promenade Bolingbrook 631 E Boughton Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

The Grinch is Back for the Holiday Season! Holiday season means it’s time to hang out with the Grinch! We’re bringing you a special showing of “The Grinch” at Star Cinema. Get your tickets to watch this timeless holiday movie on the big screen and meet the Grinch himself! Tickets are just $7.00 per person....

$7

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