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Joyce Fong
Chef Concierge,  Chicago Athletic Association
Holidays wouldn’t be the same without a hot cup of cocoa or holiday music in the air. Each Friday in December, until December 15, join in the voices at the Millennium Park Holiday Sing-Along at 6pm. You will be led in song by a different local choral group each week for a fun and heartwarming occasion.
Others to Try:
  • Hot chocolate at the Nutella Café ...
  • More hot chocolate at XOXO ...
  • ... and more at Intelligentsia (it is not on their menu but just ask!)
Sharyne Tu
Concierge,  Macy's

December is filled to the brim with fun and exciting happenings across the city for all ages. In addition to the popular holiday events downtown, check out the neighborhood festivities including Zoolights at Lincoln Park Zoo, Gallagher Way at Wrigley Field, drive thru light show at Guaranteed Rate Field, Christmas Around the World at MSI, and so much more! December is filled to the brim with fun and exciting happenings across the city for all ages. In addition to the popular holiday events downtown, check out the neighborhood festivities including Zoolights at Lincoln Park Zoo, Gallagher Way at Wrigley Field, drive thru light show at Guaranteed Rate Field, Christmas Around the World at MSI, and so much more!

Others to Try:
  • CTA's Holiday Trains and Buses
  • Millennium Park Sing-a-Longs
  • Navy Pier's Light Up the Lake and Saturday Fireworks
Philippe Gills
Chef Concierge,  Langham

Bring a bit of Ukrainian culture into your holiday gift giving at the Cultural Showcase Pop-Up at 410 North Michigan Avenue! Clothing, home goods, Ukrainian arts, and of course sweet treats!

Twas The Night Before gets an ultra-creative – and athletically masterful treatment from the one and only Cirque Du Soleil.

For one night only the incomparable Chicago Human Rhythm Project celebrates their 35th Anniversary with an all-new Holiday Rhythms tapping into the spirit of the season – literally! At legendary Jazz Showcase – open since 1947!

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