Polar Express

Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, United States

Tickets are $5 each, and will be available day-of at the Rialto Square Theatre Box Office. All seating will be General Admission—first come, first serve. Cash and credit will be accepted for payment. Bar and concessions will be available for purchase. Tom Hanks and director Robert Zemeckis

Sauk Trail Gun Collectors Show

Bureau County Fairgrounds 811 W. Peru St., Princeton, IL, United States

This Princeton gun show is held at Bureau County Fairgrounds and hosted by Sauk Trail Gun Collectors. All federal and local firearm laws and ordinances must be obeyed. General Admission: $5.00 15 and Under: Free

Indige-Facts Traveling Exhibit

Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

Are Native Americans U.S. citizens? How many Indigenous people live in this country? Do all American Indians live on reservations? What are the right words to describe the people who have always lived here? It is common for people to have questions about the lives and experiences

Chris Kringle Market – Ottawa

Jordan Block 123 W. Main St., Ottawa, United States +1 more

Stroll under the twinkling lights as you immerse yourself amongst sparkling boutique windows filled with soft sweaters, brightly colored ornaments, fresh greens and new novels, all waiting to be wrapped with a bow. Grab a market mug filled with fresh Belgian hot cocoa to warm your hands

Old Fashioned Christmas in the Village

Utica invites you to celebrate the start of the holiday season at Christmas in the Village!  SATURDAY HIGHLIGHTS – Horse-drawn carriage rides – Strolling barbershop quartet – Free trolley service – Children’s activities from 2-4:30pm at a NEW LOCATION the Village Hall 248 W Canal St including

Chicago Festival Ballet’s Production of the Nutcracker

Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, United States

This holiday favorite fairytale ballet is perfect for the entire family. The magical production features lavish costumes, exquisite sets, including a Christmas tree that grows before your eyes, and sensational choreography. Journey through the land of whirling snowflakes and visit the kingdom of the Sugar Plum Fairy.

Princeton Home for the Holidays Lightshow

Bureau County Fairgrounds 811 W. Peru St., Princeton, IL, United States

The new Home for the Holiday Light Show is a family drive-thru experience featuring light displays and a few special guests to greet you.  

Serenity Walk Under the New Moon

Little Red Schoolhouse

Take a 2-mile walk in the world’s largest Urban Night Sky Place. Dependent upon trail conditions. Ages 14 & up.  

LHS Athletic Boosters Craft Show

Lemont High School 800 Porter St., Lemont, IL, United States

Lemont High School Athletic Boosters are excited to host their 2nd annual craft show Dec 7-8. The show features over 200 vendors which includes holiday crafts, jewelry, woodcrafts, fashion, home decor, art, candles, beauty, and so much more. Free pictures with Santa on Sunday from 12pm-2pm. Location:

Pullman Candlelight House Walk

Pullman National Historic Park 610 E. 111th St., Chicago, United States

Celebrate the holiday season with the magic of Pullman at our beloved Candlelight House Walk! Experience the charm of festively decorated Pullman homes. Then enjoy a warm wassail reception and indulge in delicious homemade desserts. Explore unique holiday gifts at our silent auction featuring Pullman memorabilia. Space

LHS Athletic Boosters Craft Show

Lemont High School 800 Porter St., Lemont, IL, United States

Lemont High School Athletic Boosters are excited to host their 2nd annual craft show Dec 7-8. The show features over 200 vendors which includes holiday crafts, jewelry, woodcrafts, fashion, home decor, art, candles, beauty, and so much more. Free pictures with Santa on Sunday from 12pm-2pm. Location:

Think & Drink: A Tasting & Celebration of Winter Beers

Gaylord Building, Lockport 200 W. 8th Street, Lockport, IL, United States

'Tis the season to be jolly! For our December Think & Drink, join us for a merry evening of winter cheer and frosty beers! Host Michael Pezan, a professionally certified brewer and Master Beer Judge, will guide us through the rich history and flavors of winter brews.

Holiday Traditions at Pullman National Historic Park

Pullman National Historic Park 610 E. 111th St., Chicago, United States

People from around the world came to work for the Pullman Company, bringing unique traditions to their new home in America. Join us Saturday, December 14 from 2 to 4 PM at Pullman National Historical Park to celebrate the rich and diverse holiday traditions of the early

Christmas on the Prairie

Annunciation Byzantine Catholic Church 14610 S. Will Cook Road, Homer Glen, IL, United States

At Annunciation Byzantine Catholic Church in Homer Glen, IL the celebration of the Feast of St. Nicholas, which occurs on December 6th each year, is a venerable tradition. Annunciation parish also has a special reverence for the natural prairie lands of Illinois. In the spirit of the