Looking for holiday activities near Chicago this holiday season 2024? We’ve got you covered.
The holiday season brings plenty of good cheer, impressive theater and shows, and other holiday and Christmas events near Chicago. Families can celebrate the season from all corners of the city—there are more light shows in Chicago than ever before, with the return of perennial favorites like the Morton Arboretum’s Illuminations and Chicago Botanic Garden’s Lightscape. Take in a holiday show—families can see “A Christmas Carol” at the Goodman Theater, “The Nutcracker” at the Joffrey Ballet.
To take a break from all of the iconic holiday activities and Christmas events in Chicago, don’t forget to take part in one of our favorite holiday volunteering activities, or get out of town to one of the best Christmas towns in the Midwest. For more holiday and Christmas events near Chicago, check out our Chicago Holiday Fun Guide.
