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There's a lot of fun to be had in the 312 in the fall and winter - Check out our "highlight reel" of things to do in Chicago below. And don't forget to check our BLOG for some great insider tips on where to shop for Fall fashion!
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ONGOING
You want to take a bite out of Chicago? Then book your tickets for Chicago's Ultimate Food & Walking Tour. Look, it's not for everyone - but if you want to explore the whole pizza, hotdog, etc scene - it's definitely worth at look!
NOW - DEC 24
It's back, and as festive as ever! Get yourself to Christkindlemarket for some holiday cheer and a little shopping. If you visit any holiday market this year . . . make it this one!
NOW - JAN 7
A Chicago favorite is back and it's ON! Zoo Lights at Lincoln Park Zoo isn't just for kids .. . or the animals - it's a super fun event for adults too. If ya like a little sparkle, you're gonna like this a whole lot!
NOW - JAN 19
Back again by popular demand, Choir of Man returns to the Apollo . . . If you missed it the first time, Or even if you didn't) get to this high octane show, stat!
NOW - FEB 2 / MARCH 9
If you love the feel of gold steel on ice, get yourself to the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink at Millennium Park now through Feb 2, OR the Maggie Daley Skating Ribbon. They're both an energetic way to spend a chilly afternoon with the gorgy skyline as your backdrop!
NOW - JAN 2026
If you want to laugh 'til you cry, Check out Drunk Shakespeare at The Lion Theatre. The NYT called it "Boozy rowdiness and debauchery"
DECEMBER
DEC 5 - 8
It's back and just as one of a kind as ever! The One of A Kind Show Holiday Edition is the chance for you to buy from independent artisans - Imagine . . . clothing, arts, sculptures, textiles, jewelry, home goods, and a ton more! It's the perfect holiday shopping destination - but don't forget to buy a little something for yourself! It's at the Merchandise Mart!
DEC 6 - 7
With a comedic intelligence all his own, Bill Maher, of Politically Correct and Real Time fame, takes the stage at CIBC Theatre for two nights. Now there's a gift that keeps on giving!
DEC 7 - 24
Want to be a part of a on-point classic Chicago holiday tradition? Then get yourself to the 41st Annual Music Box Christmas Sing-A-Long & Double Feature at the Music Box Theatre. Seriously . . . it's crazy good and it's every weekend!
DEC 10 - 15
Looking for a twist this Christmas? Then check out The Hip Hop Nutcracker at CIBC Theatre. They call it a remixed and reimagined version of the original. We call it, awesome!
DEC 26/27/29/30
Surely you've laughed your head off watching him on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram - now you can get all that laughter live when Matt Rife takes the stage at the Chicago Theatre. Get there and yuck it up live!
DEC 31
We love the sound of cold steal on ice - and if you do too, get to the NHL Winter Classic a Wrigley Field (yes, hockey at Wrigley). The Chicago Blackhawks will take on the St Louis Blues, and it's gonna be epic!
DEC 31
If you're looking for an alternative way to spend NYE away from the confetti nd horns, check out Kathy Griffin at The Chicago Theatre. Cause who doesn't love to ring in the new year with a good laugh!
DEC 31
End the year with a BANG at the Navy Pier New Years Eve Fireworks spectacular. Oh, and you can bet it IS spectacular!
JANUARY
JAN 4/4
We can't think of a better way to start the new year than with a night out with Kevin Hart! Seriously, THIS is the gift that keeps on giving. He'll be at the Chicago Theatre. So will we!
JAN 17 - JAN 19
It's CUBS CON 2025 . . . or as many know it as - the Cubs Convention 2025. Meet your favorite players, get behind the scenes scoops, spend your dough on amazing auction items! It's all Cubs all day for 3 whole days!
JAN 18
If you loved the film, you'll love the concert experience! Check out Marvel's Black Panther in Concert at The Auditorium Theatre!
JAN 24 - FEB 9
Every time is a good time to eat out in Chicago - But Chicago Restaurant Week takes the cake! Check out your faves, or discover something new.
FEBRUARY
FEB 6 - FEB 16
Chicago Theatre Week returns with a ton of new shows for a fraction of the cost! If you love theatre - start planning your theatre adventure right away! Now who's being dramatic?
Feb 8 - Feb 16
Get your motors running - and drive to the Chicago Auto Show. at McCormick Place. And hey, if your significant other is a car buff, this might be an excellent Valentines Day option! Just sayin' . . .
TAKE A CULTURE TRIP!
Some of Chicago's greatest cultural institutions are now welcoming back visitors! HOORAY! Of course, visitors can once again enjoy the plethora of cultural experiences that Chicago has to offer. Of course Chicago has a wealth of cultural experiences just waiting for you. Check out some of Chicago's world famous museums like the Field Museum, Shed Aquarium, Art Institute, Museum of Contemporary Art. Or let your imagination run wild at the Wndr Museum and the all new Museum of Ice Cream. Spectacular!!CHICAGO IS A SPORTS TOWN!
Fact. Chicago is a huuuuuge sports town, and as we head into fall and winter exciting times are on the horizon. Soon the Cubs will be calling it a wrap for the season along with the Chicago White Sox and Chicago Sky. But the Chicago Bears and Soldier Field are open for business, the Blackhawks are about to take to the ice at United Center! Plus, it's coming upon squeaky sneaker season as the Chicago Bulls soon take the court. There's always something to root for - and we can't wait!!TURN IT UP!
If you love music, there's nothing better than LIVE Music in Chicago! Chicago's stages are open and bands are scheduled to rock your world! Check out some of our favorite venues like Lincoln Hall, Schubas, Thalia Hall, The Metro, The Vic, The Green Mill, and tons more!Enjoy the Great Outdoors
The famed Chicago Architecture Tour is ready to guide you on an epic journey of discovery . . . Truly! You'll see some beautiful sites, enjoy a cocktail, and a "cool" river breeze in the heart of Chicago. Other Riverboat cruises are available too, check out Shoreline, Wendella, Mercury, and a ton more!
We're so lucky that Chicago has some of the best city parks and outdoor spaces in the World, and now is a great time to appreciate them in all of their splendor! Take a stroll through Millennium Park and The Bean, Grant Park, or Lincoln Park and see the dramatic backdrop of the city behind them. Or check out the Chicago Riverwalk and enjoy some outstanding public art and sculptures, eat, drink, and listen to live music! Feeling robustly athletic? Get yourself to the Lakefront Trail with a rented divvy or your own two feet! And if you're an animal lover, the residents at Lincoln Park Zoo are waiting to give you a warm welcome.
