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Discover the best things to do in Chicago, including popular events, festivals, attractions, tours and free activities

Chicago's top Christmas concerts and shows to get in the holiday spirit

Chicago's top Christmas concerts and shows to get in the holiday spirit

'Tis the season for "The Nutcracker" and festive musicals.

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Chicago events calendar for 2023

Chicago events calendar for 2023

Find the best things to do all year long with our Chicago events calendar of 2023's biggest festivals, concerts, parades and art shows.

Chicago events calendar for 2023

Find the best things to do all year long with our Chicago events calendar of 2023's biggest festivals, concerts, parades and art shows.

Chicago events calendar for 2023

Chicago events calendar for 2023

Find the best things to do all year long with our Chicago events calendar of 2023's biggest festivals, concerts, parades and art shows.

Light Up the Lake

Light Up the Lake

Navy Pier bring its winter experience back for another year, illuminating the lakefront with an outdoor light display. The dazzling...

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ART on THE MART

ART on THE MART

Displaying a 25-story-tall video installation on the side of the Merchandise Mart, ART on THE MART is the largest permanent digital art...

City of Chicago Christmas Tree

City of Chicago Christmas Tree

Every year, Millennium Park is adorned with an epic Christmas tree that remains on display until the beginning of the new year. The larger-than-life...

Millennium Park
Ice Skating in Millennium Park

Ice Skating in Millennium Park

Skate under the Chicago skyline and within eyeshot of the Chicago Christmas Tree at the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink in Millennium Park. Plus, take advantage...

Millennium Park
Christkindlmarket

Christkindlmarket

The iconic German-inspired holiday market at Daley Plaza brings just over a month of Christmassy celebrations to the Loop. Browse stalls...

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Avondale

Avondale

The traditionally Polish neighborhood is dotted with arts centers, small parks and interesting shops.

Logan Square

Logan Square

Explore a bustling selection of restaurants, bars and entertainment.

Pilsen

Pilsen

Explore vibrant murals, the city's best tacos and the businesses of 18th Street.

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