Celebrate the holidays in Chicago with the whole family! Read some of our picks below and find the most updated list on our calendar. Don’t forget to check out other kid-friendly holiday events in the North/Northwest Suburbs, South Suburbs and Western Suburbs.
When: Nov. 9-Jan. 5
Where: Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place, 175 E. Chestnut St.
Based on “Corduroy” and “A Pocket for Corduroy,” books by Don Freeman, the play is recommended for ages 3 and older. A small bear’s quest for a missing button leads to the friendship of a lifetime.
Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light
When: Nov. 14-Jan. 5
Where: Museum of Science and Industry, 5700 S. Lake Shore Drive
This Chicago tradition began in 1942. The museum’s 45-foot Grand Tree takes center stage in the Rotunda, surrounded by more than 50 smaller trees decorated by volunteers from Chicago’s ethnic communities to represent their various cultures and holiday traditions.
When: Nov. 15-Dec. 24
Where: Daley Plaza, 50 W. Washington St.
Discover a traditional centuries-old holiday market in the heart of downtown Chicago. Christkindlmarket features German and international vendors who display hand-crafted ornaments, toys and unique gifts as well as traditional German foods, sweets and beverages.
When: Nov. 16-Jan. 1
Where: The Langham Hotel, 330 North Wabash Ave.
The tea includes sandwiches such as the Caramelized Butternut Squash, Sesame Crusted Ahi Tuna, milk chocolate spice and fruit cake scones, and desserts including the Gingerbread Sandwich Cookie with white chocolate ganache and crystal sugar.
When: Nov. 16-Dec. 29
Where: The Goodman Theatre, 170 N. Dearborn St.
Join Ebenezer Scrooge as he journeys through his past, present and future to discover the importance of friendship and love — with plenty of jubilant musical numbers, spectacular costumes and hilarious “Bah Humbugs!” along the way!
Eleanor’s Very Merry Christmas Wish – The Musical
When: Nov. 20-Dec. 29
Where: Greenhouse Theater Center, 2257 N. Lincoln Ave.
The musical tells the story of a rag doll named Eleanor who lives in the magical world of The North Pole.
