Need something fun to do this holiday season? Looking for Chicago's finest festivities? Then you've come to the right place! Read on to learn about upcoming events at McCormick and in the larger Chicagoland area. For questions about these events and outings, contact McCormick's Residential Life.
HOLIDAY EVENTS December 2011 - January 2012
Christmas Study Break at Kimbark
Tuesday, December 13, 9:00PM
Great holiday snacks and drinks, conversations AND yes – we will be signing Christmas songs!
“Crossroads – One Girl's Tragedy becomes another”
Sunday, December 18, 3:30PM
“Crossroads – One Girl's Tragedy becomes another”: A musical dance production presented by The Sammy Dyer Performance Arts Program located at the Gary Comer Youth Center (7200 S Ingleside, Chicago). A delightful musical dance production featuring: Drama, Tumbling, Tap, Modern and Jazz dancing from the Sammy Dyer School of the Theatre Performing Arts Program. Free tickets are available – first come, first served with International students as a priority. Drivers are needed to help car pool (mileage will be reimbursed if you help with car pooling). For more information and to RSVP, please contact Tabitha Clark at 773.947.6309 or Diane Sinish at 773.947.2950 by Monday, December 12.
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Wednesday, December 21
Zoolights at the Lincoln Park Zoo: Holiday entertainment, family activities and of course, animals. Admission is free! Residence Life will provide sub sandwiches, chips and non-alcohol drinks. We plan to meet in the lobby at 1400 bldg at 3:45PM; leaving promptly at 4:00PM. Drivers are needed to help car pool (mileage and parking fees will be reimbursed if you help with car pooling). Please contact Tabitha Clark at 773.947.6309 or Diane Sinish at 773.947.2950 to RSVP by Wednesday, December 14.
Art Institute of Chicago
Wednesday, December 28
Art Institute of Chicago: It’s not the holidays in Chicago without a trip to the Art Institute! From beloved tradition like the Holly Days to new favorites like the decorated Thorne Miniature Rooms are decked with festive finery. And we can visit the picture book exhibition “Animals Around the World”, create a paper animal sculpture and enjoy an interactive family gallery walk. We plan to meet in the lobby at 1400 bldg at 12:30PM; leaving promptly at 12:45PM. Drivers are needed to help car pool (mileage and parking fees will be reimbursed if you help with car pooling). Please contact Tabitha Clark at 773.947.6309 or Diane Sinish at 773.947.2950 to RSVP by Monday, December 19.
Free days at the Chicago Museums
Everyday: Free Admission @ Oriental Institute Museum. Closed: Dec 24, 25, and Jan 1.
December 4, 5 and 7: Free General Admission @ Field Museum.
December 4, 11, 18: Free General Admission @ DuSable Museum of African American History.
January 16: Free General Admission @ Chicago Historical Society
January 12, 13, 16-20, 23-27, 30, 31: Free General Admission @ Museum of Science and Industry.
January 9, 10, 15-19, 23, 24, 30 and 31: Free General Admission @ Shedd Aquarium. Also: Dec 4 and 5: If you have a Bank of America/Merrill Lynch ATM, credit or debit card, along with photo identification, will receive one free all-access admission ticket.
Below are other Christmas and special events taking place in Chicago area. You are welcome to click on the following link to see the website for all Christmas/Winter events:
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November 25, 2011-January 1, 2012
Chicago Botanic Garden1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL. Take a magical trip to a winter wonderland of twinkling lights and holiday beauty at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Outside, 750,000 lights sparkle and welcome you and your family to the Garden's wonderland. Inside the Regenstein Center, a 10,000-square-foot exhibition of miniature trains winds over bridges, under trestles, past waterfalls, and through more than 80 mini-replicas of Chicago's favorite landmarks. On select dates (see website) you can have breakfast or supper with Santa, hot chocolate with Mrs. Claus, or a Hanukkah dinner and concert. (Closed Christmas Day.)
Millennium Park Ice Skating
December 1, 2011-March 14, 2012 (weather permitting)
Millennium Park McCormick Tribune Ice Rink, Chicago. Located on Michigan Avenue between Washington and Madison Streets, the Millennium Park Ice Rink draws more than 100,000 skater annually. The rink is open to the public every day of the week and skating is free. Skate rentals are available.
Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light
December 1, 2011-January 9, 2012
Museum of Science & Industry, 57th Street and Lake Shore Drive, Chicago: The Museum halls will be decked, holiday singers and dancers will fuel the festivities, and the sparkle of dozens of decorated trees will greet you at this year’s Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light. The Museum’s grand tree takes center stage in the Rotunda, while more than 50 trees beautifully decorated by members of Chicago’s ethnic communities to represent global cultures adorn the Museum's Main Level.
Christkindlmarket Chicago
December 1-24, 2011
Daley Plaza, 50 W. Washington Street, Chicago: See, taste and hear the holiday cheer. Experience a traditional holiday market, based on the century old markets in Germany, in the heart of downtown Chicago. This free event features German and International vendors who display hand crafted ornaments, toys and unique gifts as well as traditional German foods, sweets and beverages.
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December 1-31, 2011
Goodman Theatre, 170 N. Dearborn, Chicago: Charles Dickens’ classic story, the exceptional actors and the miraculous stagecraft have made A Christmas Carol a beloved Chicago tradition. Every year, audiences look forward to the “Bah Humbugs,” the arrival of the ghosts, the music and dancing and Scrooge’s joyful discovery of life and love. Whether this is your first or your 31st visit to A Christmas Carol, this timeless play will put the magic in your holiday season!
City Hall Holiday Concert Series
December 1-17, 2011
City Hall Lobby, 121 N. LaSalle Street, Chicago: Get into the holiday spirit while listening to the classics sung by children's choirs from throughout the city. The City Hall Holiday Concerts are held every weekday from noon to 1 pm. The concerts take place in the west end of the City Hall lobby near the LaSalle Street entrance. The concert series truly exhibits the talents of children from all over Chicago and warms the hearts of the audience. Admission is free
Winter Wonderland Festival
December 2, 2011-January 8, 2012
A child’s holiday dream-come true! Festival hall is transformed into a winter wonderland. Ice skating rink, rides, games, craft corner, musical carousel, create a cookie, etc. General Admission is free. Activity Wristband purchase is required to participate in rides and attractions.
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