• Free Resident Day at the Field Museum

    Field Museum 1400 S Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

    Field Museum Maximo. Photo by Lucy Hewett © 2018 Field Museum "Free Admission Days are the perfect opportunity for Illinois residents to explore our general admission exhibitions with your family...

    Free
  • Free Resident Day at the Field Museum

    Field Museum 1400 S Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

    Field Museum Maximo. Photo by Lucy Hewett © 2018 Field Museum "Free Admission Days are the perfect opportunity for Illinois residents to explore our general admission exhibitions with your family...

    Free
  • Kids Jam with Ms. Dawn Marie

    Time Out Market 916 W Fulton Market, Chicago

    Join a family-favorite musician, Dawn Marie,  in singing kids songs! This class is geared towards kids 6 & under.

    Free
  • Reels at the Rialto: Miracle on 34th Street

    Rialto Theater 102 N Chicago St, Joliet, IL 60432, Joliet, IL, United States

    See the classic movie at the historic theater in Joliet! Tickets are $5 each, and will be available day-of at the Rialto Square Theatre Box Office. All seating is General...

    $5
  • Free Resident Day at the Field Museum

    Field Museum 1400 S Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

    Field Museum Maximo. Photo by Lucy Hewett © 2018 Field Museum "Free Admission Days are the perfect opportunity for Illinois residents to explore our general admission exhibitions with your family...

    Free
  • Christkindlmarket

    Daley Plaza 50 W Washington St, Chicago, IL

    Christkindlemarket is a beloved Chicago tradition! It's an authentic German Christmas market with handmade goods, german delicacies, live music, and the famous mugs that come with hot chocolate and spiced...

    Free
  • Winterland at Gallagher Way

    Gallagher Way 3635 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United States

    "Gallagher Way and in Wrigley Field turn into a Winter Wonderland Outside at Christkindlmarket, guests can ride the new 40-foot Ferris wheel and see our dazzling tree – set to...

    $5
  • Lincoln Park Zoo Lights

    Lincoln Park Zoo 2001 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United States

    Lincoln Park Zoo Lights is one of Chicago's best traditions! The Zoo is lit up with holiday cheer, and it's a great opportunity to see the animals in the evening....

    $7
  • Christmas Around the World at the MSI

    Griffin Museum of Science and Industry 5700 S Dusable Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL

    The Museum of Science Industry hosts has been hosting this exhibit since 1942. Each Christmas tree is decorated to represent a different country with a 4 story Christmas tree in...

    Included in Museum Entry
  • Character Storytime: Anna

    Time Out Market 916 W Fulton Market, Chicago

    Bring your kids to a character storytime featuring Anna from Frozen! After 30 minutes of reading, Anna will meet and take photos with the kids.

    Free
  • Low-Sensory Morning

    Griffin Museum of Science and Industry 5700 S Dusable Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL

    "Explore the Museum in a less crowded and more sensory-friendly environment before the Museum opens to the general public. Low-Sensory Mornings provide exclusive early access to MSI from 8:30 to...

    $6.50
  • Dino Detectives

    Field Museum 1400 S Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

    "Attention junior detectives! Through imaginative play, hands-on discovery, storytime sessions, and exhibit exploration, your junior detective will engage in exciting mesozoic mysteries that get them well on their way to...

    $30 – $40
  • Story Time at the Field Museum

    In a partnership with the Chicago Public Library, the Field Museum is hosting storytime for kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers.        

    included
  • Light Up the Lake

    Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

    Light Up the Lake is Navy Pier's Holiday Festival that includes Indoor and Outdoor Festivities. Some activities are Free, like the outdoor light display, craft workshops, fireworks, and live music....

    Free
  • Happy Holiday Railway

    Illinois Railway Museum 7000 Olson Rd, Union, United States

    "Embark on a magical 40 minute train ride through the winter countryside with Santa Claus himself! Enjoy a 40-minute train ride for the whole family See and visit with Santa...

    $25
  • Holiday Magic at Brookfield Zoo

    Brookfield Zoo 8400 W 31st St, Brookfield, IL, United States

    Brookfield Zoo is covered in two million twinkling lights! Plus: Interactive Displays and Lights: •Holiday Magic Photo Ops: Giant Animals, Tunnel Light Show, Walkthrough Displays & so much more! •Dance...

    Included in admission
  • Kohlights

    Kohl Children's Museum 2100 Patriot Blvd, Glenview, IL

    Kohlights is a winter light exhibition geared towards younger kids. Kids can play with the hues, patterns, and more in this interactive light display!

    $22 – $37
  • Character Storytime: Aurora

    Time Out Market 916 W Fulton Market, Chicago

    Bring your kids to a character story time featuring Aurora from Sleeping Beauty! After 30 minutes of reading, Aurora will meet and take photos with the kids.

    Free
  • Best Day Ever Blackhawks Game

    United Center 1901 W Madison St, Chicago, IL, United States

    Day games with an emphasis on youth! They will have special activities to inspire younger generations to love hocky. Blackhawks vs. St. Louis Blues

    $49
  • Free Resident Day at the Field Museum

    Field Museum 1400 S Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

    Field Museum Maximo. Photo by Lucy Hewett © 2018 Field Museum "Free Admission Days are the perfect opportunity for Illinois residents to explore our general admission exhibitions with your family...

    Free