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Maggiano's Schaumburg Morning with Santa!
Maggiano's Schaumburg
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Families can help Santa fuel up for his big night with a breakfast at Maggiano's in Schaumburg. Kids can share their Christmas wishes with Santa, then take a picture and enjoy a brunch of muffins, pastries, scrambled eggs, fruit, bacon, and potatoes.
09:00 AM
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Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light
Museum of Science and Industry
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The Museum of Science and Industry hosts its dazzling annual Christmas tree exhibit, where guests can enjoy decorated trees inspired by customs and cultures from countries all around the world.
09:30 AM
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FREE
4th Night 4th Light at Gallagher Way
Gallagher Way
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Celebrate the fourth night of Hanukkah at Gallagher Way with ice skating, music, games, and giveaways. Ignite the candles at sunset to celebrate Hanukkah.
3:00 PM
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ZooLights at Lincoln Park Zoo
Lincoln Park Zoo
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ZooLights at Lincoln Park Zoo has been a favorite holiday event for more than 25 years, with light displays and seasonal activities throughout the zoo. The event is free on Monday evenings, and $7 most other weekdays, and $10 on weekends and premium dates.
4:00 PM
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Kohlights
Kohl's Children's Museum
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Kids can walk through a unique light display with a learning glow stick that controls and changes the lights, providing a different experience every time. Visit the pixel play meadow, rainbow arbor, color play tree, rainbow caterpillar, color walk, and rainbow art installation.
4:30 PM
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The Joffrey Ballet's Nutcracker
Lyric Opera
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The Joffrey Ballet presents its annual production of The Nutcracker. This classic ballet has been reimagined for a modern audience and set in Chicago at the 1893 World's Fair.
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Chicago Polar Express Train Ride
Chicago Union Station
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The whole family can enjoy a Polar Express themed train ride through tunnels, rail yards, and neighborhoods along the Chicago River. Tickets include entertainment, hot chocolate, a cookie, and a keepsake sleigh bell to bring home.
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Santa's Winterland Workshop at Gallagher Way
Gallagher Way
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Santa visits the friendly confines each weekend in December. Kids can meet Santa for a photo near the CD Peacock entrance lobby or bring their pets to meet Santa.
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Christmas Sing-along and Double Feature at the Music Box
Music Box Theater
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Bring your family to see two holiday classics and sing holiday carols with Santa during intermission.
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Holiday Magic at Brookfield Zoo
Brookfield Zoo
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Featuring more than a million LED lights, a 41-foot talking Christmas tree, and a 600-foot tunnel of lights with coordinating music, Brookfield Zoo's Holiday Magic highlights the holidays and loads of animals.
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Ballet Chicago The Nutcracker at the Athenaeum Center
Athenaeum Theatre
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Share the magic of the holidays at Ballet Chicago's annual production of The Nutcracker. The show follows Marie as she travels to the Kingdom of Snow and the Land of Sweets. It features George Balanchine's Sugar Plum Fairy Pas De Deux.
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Emmet Otter's Jug Band Christmas
Studebaker Theater
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Based on the beloved television special originally created by legendary puppeteer Jim Henson, the family-friendly musical is about Ma and Emmet Otter, who are each trying to find a way to win Mayor Fox's Christmas talent contest so they can secretly buy each other a Christmas gift. Each must choose...
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The Glencoe Chanukah Celebration
Writers Theatre
In-person
The Writers Theatre invites families to celebrate Chanukah with an olive press workshop, giant menorah lighting, Sufganiot (Chanukah donuts) and hot latkes, crafts, games, gelt, music, and more. The event will also host songs and prayers for Israel.
04:00 AM
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FREE
Winter Flower Show: Celebrating Silver at Garfield Park Conservatory
Garfield Park Conservatory
In-person
The Garfield Park Conservatory hosts its annual holiday flower show. This year, the theme is Celebrating Silver, which honors the Garfield Park Conservatory Alliance's 25th anniversary with beautiful silver foliage, lush poinsettias in pink and white hues, and more favorite winter flowers...
09:00 AM
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LIMITED AVAILABILITY/WAITLIST Morton Arboretum Breakfast with Santa
Morton Arboretum
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Enjoy a visit with Santa and share your Christmas list at the Morton Arboretum. Breakfast menu includes French toast, pancakes, eggs, hash browns, bacon, sausage, smoked salmon, and a yogurt and oatmeal bar.
09:00 AM
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Cosley Zoo Festival of Lights and Christmas Tree Sales
Cosley Zoo
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Families can visit the animals, buy a Christmas tree or wreath, and view a fantastic light display at Cosley Zoo this holiday season. Admission is free during holiday lights season, but donations are appreciated.
09:00 AM
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Breakfast with Santa at Biagio
Biagio Events and Catering
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The hot breakfast includes scrambled eggs, bacon, waffles and tater tots. Hot Cocoa, coffee, tea, orange and apple juice. Kids can enjoy a visit with Santa, a balloon twister and crafts.
09:00 AM
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Santa Brunch with the Grinch at Klein Creek Golf Club
Klein Creek Farm
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Kids can meet both Santa and the Grinch at Klein Creek Golf Club in Winfield. Take pictures, make a craft, decorate cookies, visit the coloring station, and get a temporary tattoo while enjoying an extensive buffet brunch.
09:00 AM
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Berwyn Park District Breakfast with Santa
Liberty Cultural Center
In-person
Santa is taking a break from his busy holiday schedule to visit the Berwyn Park District. Kids can enjoy fluffy pancakes, scrumptious sausage, fresh fruit, juice, and hot coffee. You'll also have an opportunity to meet and take a picture with the man of the hour, Santa Claus!
09:00 AM
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Elements at Water Street Santa Brunch
Elements at Water Street
In-person
Get pictures with Naperville's best Santa by the Christmas tree. A lavish brunch buffet will have fun options for both kids and adults, including a hot chocolate bar, holiday sweet table, and cash bar.
09:30 AM
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Breakfast with Santa at Harry Caray's Navy Pier
Navy Pier
In-person
Santa visits Navy Pier for brunch at Harry Caray's, where families can interact with him and Mrs. Claus while enjoying a holiday themed menu. There will be a live performance by Mark Winters on December 3rd to belt out all your seasonal favorite. Isabella Maria Reyes will take the stage December...
10:00 AM
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Offshore Rooftop's Brunch with Santa
Offshore Rooftop
In-person
Tickets include one brunch entree, plus an adult beverage for the adults and a holiday gift for the kids. There's a juice bar and Santa performance to be enjoyed by all.
10:00 AM
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Drury Lane Brunch with Santa
Drury Lane Theater and Conference Center
In-person
Kids can enjoy homemade donuts while adults can partake in bottomless mimosas while having a brunch with Santa at Drury Lane Theater. The event includes pictures with Santa in front of the theater’s 20-foot tree. Elves will visit each table to collect letters to Santa.
10:30 AM
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Christkindlmarket at Daley Plaza
Daley Plaza
In-person
The 25th annual Christkindlmarket features holiday themed drinks, snacks, shopping, and games outside the Daley Center.
11:00 AM
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FREE
Photos with Santa at Fox Valley Mall
Fox Valley Mall
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Santa will be available for visits, or kids can drop a letter in Santa's mailbox at Fox Valley Mall on the lower level near Macy's. Make reservations to get a free phone call from Santa before your visit..
11:00 AM
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The Sweetest Santa on the Mile
Water Tower Place
In-person
Visit the decked halls of Water Tower Place and get a picture with Santa. Santa will be seated in a sweet themed winter wonderland. Reservations are encouraged, but there is no need to decide which photo package to order in advance.
11:00 AM
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FREE
Fashion Outlets of Chicago’s Photos with Santa
Fashion Outlets of Chicago
In-person
Fashion Outlets of Chicago invites visitors to experience the magic of the holiday season with a visit to Santa’s winter wonderland. Santa will be at Fashion Outlets of Chicago beginning Friday, November 17 through Sunday, December 24, and is located on Level One, near the food court. A visit...
11:00 AM
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JUF YOUNG FAMILIES CHANUKAH AT CANDYCOPIA
Candycopia
In-person
Celebrate Chanukah at Candycopia in Oak Park with candle lighting, singing and candy!
2:30 PM
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FREE
Naper Lights
Downtown Naperville
In-person
Downtown Naperville's annual holiday light extravaganza features light displays and music throughout the downtown Naperville and Riverwalk areas. Admission is free. Get a photo with Santa beside the Great Tree on November 24-26 or December 23.
4:00 PM
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LIMITED AVAILABILITY Oak Brook Holiday Express Trolley
Oak Brook Park District
In-person
Believers of all ages can take a trolley ride to the North Pole at this Oak Brook Park District event. Activities include crafts, a reading of The Polar Express, a bounce house, and refreshments.
4:00 PM
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FREE
Menorah Lighting in Giddings Plaza
Giddings Plaza
In-person
Chabad in Lincoln Square welcomes all to a Grand Community Menorah Lighting! A celebration of light for our entire community featuring Chanukah treats, music, entertainment, and a giant gelt drop by the Chicago Fire Department.
4:00 PM
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Lightscapes at Chicago Botanical Gardens
Chicago Botanical Gardens
In-person
Go for a stroll down a mile-long path filled with holiday wonder at the Chicago Botanical Gardens.
4:30 PM
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Illumination: Tree Lights at the Morton Arboretum
The Morton Arboretum
In-person
Visitors will walk a one-mile path with thousands of lights in displays illuminating the trees, accompanied by music. An awe inspiring display will illuminate the new Grand Garden. Visitors can enjoy some old favorites and new displays. Stop along the way to roast s'mores around a campfire or drink...
4:30 PM
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FREE
Nights of Lights
Adams Park
In-person
The new holiday light experience at Adams Park is hosted by the Downtown Wheaton Association and the City of Wheaton and has plenty of holiday spirit and socially-distanced community. Don't forget to drop your letter to Santa in the Nights of Lights mailbox to be delivered directly to the North...
4:30 PM
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FREE
Winter Lights at Central Park
Central Park
In-person
Winter lights adorn a half-mile path in Oak Brook's Central Park, and are lit each night through January 7 for families to enjoy. Photo opportunities abound throughout the park.
4:30 PM
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Willow Hill’s Winter Lights
Willow Hill's Winter Magc
In-person
Come one, come all, to Willow Hill’s Winter Magic - the drive-thru holiday event in Chicago. Peek inside the North Pole’s toy land, road trip through a 250-ft animated video tunnel, watch Santa instruct his Reindeer Flight School, get breezy in the beautiful snowflake...
4:30 PM
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Sparkle Light Festival
Impact Field
In-person
Rosemont’s Impact Field will shine a little brighter with the debut of Sparkle Light Festival. Scheduled to open Friday, November 17, visitors can enjoy a breathtaking immersive display of millions of holiday lights amongst outdoor holiday activities including train rides, winter tubing and...
4:30 PM
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FREE
NewCity Menorah Lighting Ceremony
NewCity
In-person
NewCity and Lincoln Park Chabad will lead a menorah lighting ceremony in the plaza. DJ Ken's Disco Party will add to the fun. Kids can enjoy arts and crafts, jelly donuts, and latkes, and adults can sip on grown-up beverages.
5:00 PM
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FREE
Aurora Festival of Lights
Phillips Park
In-person
A one-mile trail of lighted displays decorates Aurora's Philips Park. Families can drive through the arcs, skate on an expanded skating rink, and visit Santa's toy factory.
5:00 PM
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Photos with Santa in West Chicago at Sonny Acres Farm
Sonny Acres Farm
In-person
Capture the enchantment of the season at Sonny Acres Farm's Photos with Santa in West Chicago. Santa is making a special appearance for a memorable photo session with the jolly man in red. Professional photographer will be there to capture the joy, and you can purchase prints on-site to...
5:00 PM
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FREE
West Chicago Christmas Lights Show at Sonny Acres Farm
Sonny Acres Farm
In-person
Immerse yourself in holiday joy at Sonny Acres Farm's Christmas Lights Show in West Chicago. Stroll through a dazzling Christmas lights display at the Big & Bright Trail of Lights Festival. Experience the festive ambiance with a million twinkling lights synchronized to your...
5:00 PM
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FREE
Art on the Mart
Merchandise Mart
In-person
Families can watch as works of art are projected on The Merchandise Mart, while listening to a variety of unique music. The show is about 30 minutes long and repeats at 7:30 pm and 8:00 p.m. each night this late fall.
7:30 PM
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FREE
The Santa Experience at Yorktown Mall
Yorktown Center
In-person
Santa will be sitting in his big chair at Yorktown Center for pictures during regular shopping hours. There is no fee to sit with Santa, but professional photo packages are available starting at $34.95.
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FREE
Christkindlmarket Daley Plaza
Daley Plaza
In-person
The annual Christkindlmarket features a variety of German and European vendors selling holiday decor, gifts and treats. Throughout the market, families can also experience live performances from European artists.
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Santa Visits at the 900 N Michigan Shops
900 N Michigan Shops
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Santa visits the 900 N Michigan Shops for reserved time slot photo sessions with kids. Visits include a digital picture download and special treat from Santa. Santa will give each child a special gift while supplies last in the winter wonderland set where pictures are taken.
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Winterland at Gallagher Way
Gallagher Way
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Families can enjoy the winter season outdoors at the ice rink at Gallagher Way, right outside of Wrigley Field. enjoy shopping at Christkindlmarket, ice skating at Gallagher Rink, and more attractions to be announced!
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Santa's Naperville Workshop
Riverwalk Cafe
In-person
Santa's outpost at the Naperville Riverwalk is open for guests to visit and take pictures with the jolly old elf. Some nights are designated as special needs nights or veterans' nights and require special reservations. The line queues outside, so please dress for the weather.
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Santa at Bass Pro Shops Bolingbrook
Bass Pro Shops
In-person
Santa is meeting kids in a safe and fun environment at Bass Pro Shops this holiday season. Families can schedule their visit with Santa, which will include photo packages and a craft kit to take home.
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Pinstripes Brunch with Santa
Pinstripes
In-person
Santa tries to bowl a turkey while families enjoy brunch at Pinstripes in Chicago, Northbrook, and South Barrington on weekends leading up to Christmas. The man in red will be available for photos and to accept holiday wish lists during brunch.
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Pinstripes Brunch with Santa
Pinstripes South Barrington
In-person
Santa tries to bowl a turkey while families enjoy brunch at Pinstripes in Chicago, Northbrook, and South Barrington on weekends leading up to Christmas. The man in red will be available for photos and to accept holiday wish lists during brunch.
Various times
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