Can you believe it's less than two months until Christmas? There are so many holiday events and activities coming up in November and December that we couldn't possibly list them all here.
- Veterans Day activities
- Thanksgiving Day feasts & activities
- Holiday party venues & specials
- Black Friday & holiday shopping
- New Year's Eve packages
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October 29 - January 3, 2016
White Christmas, the Musical
Celebrate the holiday season with Irving Berlin's White Christmas, the merry and bright stage production based on the classic silver screen romantic comedy. When two former Army buddies who are now Broadway performers follow a sister act booked at a charming Vermont Inn, they soon discover that it is owned by their former commander. With no snow and no customers, the General is nearly bankrupt. To save the lodge, the two acts team up and put on a festive show packed with Irving Berlin favorites like "Blue Skies," "Count Your Blessings," "I Love a Piano" and, of course, "White Christmas."
White Christmas is joyful entertainment for the entire family.
Where & When
Drury Lane Theatre
100 Drury Lane Theatre
Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
630-530-8300
Show times vary.
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November 6 & 7
Wilder Mansion Holiday Market
Enjoy one-of-a-kind art and crafts including jewelry, fiber, handbags, glass, ceramics, gourmet food, and unique holiday gifts from over 50 artisans and culinary food vendors inside Wilder Mansion. Wine will be available for purchase on Friday evening.
Where & When
Wilder Mansion
211 S Prospect Avenue
Elmhurst, IL 60126
630-993-8900
Friday 4 - 9 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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November 7 - December 24
Adventure to Santa - A DreamWorks DreamPlace
Shrek and his friends are back! Join them on a magical, interactive adventure to find Santa at the North Pole. During your Adventure to Santa, you will explore Santa's home, take a thrilling sleigh ride, meet Santa and pose for a photo, and bring home a holiday memory you'll never forget. Last year's event sold out quickly, so be sure to make your reservations early.
Where & When
Village Green Lawn
100 Oakbrook Center
Oak Brook, IL 60523
630-413-9846
Monday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Sunday 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
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November 8
Toy Soldier Show
Toy soldier enthusiasts will display collections of small-scale soldiers and armaments at this favorite annual event for all ages. The show is both an exhibit and a sale.
Where & When
Cantigny Park
1s151 Winfield Road
Wheaton, IL 60189
630-668-5161
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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November 8
Winter Showcase Fashion Show
Enjoy fashions modeled by local business owners and distinguished dignitaries. Featuring winter styles from the many local shops in Glen Ellyn, the fashion show will include a diamond earring drawing. Leslie Keiling, a well-known Chicago Radio personality, will serve as commentator. Come early and shop for the season's "must have" holiday gifts at the silent auction. A portion of the proceeds will benefit autistic children and veterans supported through the American Legion Post #3.
Where & When
Abbington Distinctive Banquets
3S002 IL Route 53
Glen Ellyn, IL
630-469-0907
11 a.m.: Social & Silent Auction Begins
Noon: Luncheon
1 p.m.: Fashion Show Begins
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November 20 - January 2, 2016
Illumination: Tree Lights
Declared a "must-see destination" by the Chicago Tribune, this annual display returns this year with even more lights, sights and sounds that will transform a Chicago-area wintertime walk in the woods into a colorful, inspiring experience like no other. Brand new experiences in 2015 include dazzling lighting effects on Meadow Lake, and Ornament Hill where a series of glowing orbs create a glittering vista. Visitors can also take in new effects- sing to the trees to activate LED lights that rain down from the trees like shiny strands of tinsel and watch as lights dance, synchronized to updated music from the world-renowned Chicago Symphony Orchestra.
Where & When
The Morton Arboretum
4100 Illinois Route 53
Lisle, IL 60532
630-968-0074
Daily 5 - 8:30 p.m.
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November 26 - January 1, 2016
Third Annual Naper Lights
Naper Lights, a holiday light display, will light up Naper Settlement each evening from Thanksgiving until New Year's Day. The display will feature several giant holiday light displays, decorated light poles and trees within the grounds of the museum village. The event is free to the public. Donations to Naperville Sunrise Rotary are welcome.
Where & When
Naper Settlement
523 S. Webster St.
Naperville, IL 60540
630-420-6010
5 - 9 p.m.
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November 28
Holly Days Winter Festival
The Holly Days Opening Ceremonies will take place on Saturday, November 28. A great way to spend the day in downtown Westmont, it starts with the Rotary Club 5K Walk & Run, continues with characters, activities, crafts, music, dancing and more in their downtown businesses, and concludes with one of the best parades around.
Where & When
Downtown Westmont
Westmont, IL
630-963-5252
9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
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