Christmas events in Chicago

Nothing beats walking throughout a winter landscape covered in tiny, glimmering lights

Remember how absolutely magical the holidays felt when you were a kid? 

From one-of-a-kind ornaments, to spiced nuts, over-the-top window displays, letters to santa, ugly sweaters and more

A holiday market is perfect for finding fun, unique gifts you often can't find at Chicago stores

Enjoy Tchaikovsky’s iconic score through ballet and burlesque

Downtown Chicago will erupt with strings of fairy lights this weekend, officially kicking off the city’s holiday season. While the Mag Mile and Millennium Park ceremonies draw the biggest crowds, there are plenty of places ushering in the Yuletide. If you’re in need of a post-election pick-me-up (which, come on—all of us are), a heavy dose of holiday spirit just might do the trick. So be good to yourself and treat yourself to a bit of fuzzy Christmas cheer at these tree-lighting ceremonies. InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile Tree Lighting Ceremony The InterContinental is hosting its very own ceremony, complete with a performance by the American Caroling Company and a never-before-seen video-light display. Christmas is serious business, folks. (Intercontinental Hotel, 505 N Michigan Ave; Nov 17 2:30pm-3:30pm. Free) Tree Lighting at 900 North Michigan During the holidays, 900 North Michigan goes from shopping mall to Christmas wonderland. Such commitment calls for celebration, so the shops are throwing their very first tree lighting ceremony this year. (900 N Michigan Ave; Nov 17 6pm-8pm. Free) Palmer House Chicago The Palmer House invites Chicago over for an afternoon holiday party, which features the Jesse White Tumblers, the cast of the Goodman’s A Christmas Carol, afternoon tea and more. (The Palmer House Chicago, 17 E Monroe St; Nov 18 12:45pm-2pm. Free) Magnificent Mile Lights Festival This two-day event celebrates its 25th anniversary this year, so, as u

The conservatory is taking things to the next level with "The Holiday Flower Show: Sky Forest" 

The most magical time of the year officially swings into gear 

Divvy has rolled out its annual #HOLIDIVVY bike-spotting contest

Find Santa Claus all around town