Want to know what’s happening this weekend in Chicago? Look no further. There’s a whole calendar of exciting events, exhibits, and activities taking place all over the city this month in Chicago.

This weekend, don’t miss holiday celebrations, festive markets, major concerts, jaw-dropping art exhibits, dance performances, film screenings, and so much more.

Check out just a few of the top things to do this weekend in Chicago, Dec. 9 – 11, 2022. Please note that all events are subject to change.

Christkindlmarket

Dec. 9 – 11

Christkindlmarket Chicago

The Christkindlmarket Chicago is the most authentic traditional holiday market of its kind outside of Europe, offering a unique shopping experience, family-friendly events & intercultural…

Revolution Craft Holiday Show

Dec10

Revolution Craft Holiday Show

Get ready for the holiday season or just pamper yourself – shop hand-crafted goods from 30+ local artists! The show is FREE to enter and…

City of Chicago Christmas Tree

Dec. 9 – 11

City of Chicago Christmas Tree

Chicago’s “official” Christmas tree in Millennium Park will shine brightly near the intersection of Michigan Ave. and Washington St. from November 18 through January 9.…

State Street Holiday Market

Dec. 9 – 11

State Street Holiday Market

The merriment of the holiday season is alive at the State Street Holiday Market. Beloved small businesses from the award-winning Sundays on State series take the party indoors with local…

Lightscape at Chicago Botanic

Dec. 9 – 11

Lightscape at Chicago Botanic Garden

Our acclaimed holiday event returns, with a new path and new light-filled installations created just for the Chicago Botanic Garden. Explore the whimsy of nature in winter through music, light, fire, and color.

A Magical Cirque Christmas

Dec. 9 – 11

A Magical Cirque Christmas

The world’s greatest entertainers unite for a spellbinding and incredible holiday production – A MAGICAL CIRQUE CHRISTMAS! Experience the enchantment of Christmas as Magical Hostess…

Dear Evan Hansen

Dec. 9 – 11

Dear Evan Hansen

DEAR EVAN HANSEN has struck a remarkable chord with audiences and critics everywhere, including The Washington Post who says DEAR EVAN HANSEN is “Theatrical magic. One of the most remarkable…

McCormick Tribune Ice Rink

Dec. 9 – 11

McCormick Tribune Ice Rink

Skating at the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink in Millennium Park returns November 18 through March 5 (weather permitting). Admission is free, but online reservation tickets…

A Christmas Carol

Dec. 9 – 11

A Christmas Carol

Experience the “perfect Chicago holiday tradition” (Chicago Parent) that has delighted nearly two million theatergoers—Goodman Theatre’s A Christmas Carol. With its “first-rate cast and marvelous staging…

Zoo Lights

Dec. 9 – 11

Zoo Lights

The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful event of the year! Celebrate the holidays with ZooLights Presented by ComEd and Invesco…

The Immersive Nutcracker, A Winter Miracle

Dec. 9 – 11

The Immersive Nutcracker, A Winter Miracle

Lighthouse ArtSpace Chicago announced the launch of The Immersive Nutcracker, A Winter Miracle art classes called Make A Holiday Masterpiece. Classes will take place on…

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Dec. 11

Hershel & The Hanukkah Goblins

In this adaptation of the Caldecott Honor-winning book, A traveling troupe of actors comes to town to find no one celebrating Hanukkah. They must put on a show to save the holiday! Will they bring back the spirit of Hanukkah to the town? Will Hershel of Ostropol outsmart the goblins who haunt the old synagogue?

Stony Island Arts Bank

Dec. 9 – 11

Come As You Are

‘Come As You Are,’ a group exhibition curated by Isimeme “Easy” Otabor, founder of Anthony Gallery, is the final exhibition presented as part of Anthony Gallery’s yearlong residency at the Stony Island Arts Bank.

Holidays from Hell

Dec. 10

Holidays from Hell

Put your holiday stress aside as you watch Chicago’s best comedians and improvisers make light of guest storytellers’ horrific holiday stories. Saturdays at 10:30 at…

Light Up Wicker Park Bucktown

Dec10

Light Up Wicker Park Bucktown

Visit Wicker Park Bucktown on Saturday, December 10th between 3-7pm to complete your holiday shopping while enjoying the holiday lights and magic throughout Wicker Park Bucktown. No need…

Wine

Dec10

Chicago Wine Fest

Join us for the official Chicago Wine Fest, a wine tasting experience that aims to stimulate all of your senses. Come throw back some great food and enjoy live music, all while sampling some of the best varietals from around the world.

Winter Bryn Market

Dec. 9 – 11

Winter Bryn Market

Come shop on Bryn Mawr where you’ll find makers and artists from across the city all gathered at The Winter Bryn Mawrkets! Shop everything for…

Holiday Market at The Plant

Dec11

Holiday Market at The Plant

The annual holiday market at The Plant brings you thoughtful gifts from local businesses, tasty treats, and more. This food and craft market will offer delicious…

Joffrey Ballet: The Nutcracker

Dec. 9 – 11

Joffrey Ballet: The Nutcracker

Magic is on the horizon for young Marie and the Nutcracker Prince, thanks to a visit from the charming but mysterious Great Impresario. At the…

Jay Wolke: Past, Present, Future

Dec. 9 – 11

Jay Wolke: Past, Present, Future

Jay Wolke Past, Present, Future Slemmons Gallery at Epiphany Center for the Arts November 4, 2022 to December 17, 2022 For the exhibition Past, Present,…

Winter WNDRland

Dec. 9 – 11

Winter WNDRland

WNDR Museum, Chicago’s original immersive art and technology experience, invites guests to immerse themselves in the magic of the holiday season with the return of…

Giant Rooks

Dec10

Giant Rooks

German indie band Giant Rooks will perform live at House of Blues on Sat, Dec 10 at 6:00pm.

Twelfth Night

Dec. 9 – 11

Twelfth Night

Midsommer Flight’s seventh annual holiday season staging of Shakespeare’s comedy in the beautiful Lincoln Park Conservatory. The twins Viola and Sebastian, travelling to Elyria by…

Mrs. Claus! A Holiday Musical (BAC)

Dec. 9 – 11

Mrs. Claus! A Holiday Musical (BAC)

Chicago Kids Company’s holiday classic celebrates the 23rd year of MRS. CLAUS! A HOLIDAY MUSICAL. This show is so popular that we decided to present it…

Day of the Dead exhibit at the National Museum of Mexican Art

Dec. 9 – 11

Día de Muertos: A Time to Grieve & Remember

Our 36th Day of the Dead exhibition remembers the numerous individuals from Mexico and the U.S. who have died from COVID and other tragedies in the last year. Artists from both sides of the U.S./Mexico border express a sense of continuity and culture during this season of remembering.

MAX

Dec11

MAX

Multi-Platinum songwriter MAX with special guests Sara Kays and Vincint will perform live at House of Blues on Sun, Dec 11 at 5:30pm.

Celtic Woman – A Christmas Symphony

Dec11

Celtic Woman – A Christmas Symphony

From delicate, traditional Irish carols to magnificent uplifting anthems accompanied by a symphony orchestra, Celtic Woman’s wealth of seasonal music will leave you feeling merry…

Cabaret ZaZou presents LUMINAIRE

Dec. 9 – 11

Cabaret ZaZou presents LUMINAIRE

Randolph Entertainment LLC, producer of the fan favorite Teatro ZinZanni Chicago,  announced CABARET ZAZOU’s premier production, Luminaire will open on September 7, 2022. The new, groundbreaking,…

Floe, Carrie Hanson & The Seldoms – Photography Courtesy of Art on theMART (3)

Dec. 9 – 11

Art on theMART

Art on theMART is queuing up new projections for 2022 that will spotlight Chicago dance and the dancers, choreographers and visual artists that bring the medium to its full potential.

Dennis Watkins’ The Magic Parlour

Dec. 10

Dennis Watkins’ The Magic Parlour

Experience Jaw-Dropping Magic. Step into the grand Palmer House lobby and meet 3rd Generation Magician and Mind-Reader Dennis Watkins. Bask in the glamour of historic…

Chicago Cultural Center Building Tours

Dec. 9

Chicago Cultural Center Building Tours

Building Tours reveal the storied history of the landmark Chicago Cultural Center – offered year round on Thursdays and Fridays at 1:15pm. Tours are FREE…

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