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Chicago Forum: Fun things to do in December

Franklin, TN
70 forum posts
 Fun things to do in December 

Hi! My husband and I will be visiting Chicago Dec 12-15 this year. Staying on Magnificent Mile. We have been in the past, but never this time of year. Thinking of doing the Zoolights at Lincoln Park and just taking in the general decorations in the city, but I was wondering if there are any specific Holiday related things we should have on our "to do" list? Sunday afternoon will be taken up by a Bears game (hopefully). Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!!! Thanks and have a great day!

6 replies
Chicago
1,083 forum posts
1. Re: Fun things to do in December

"Christmas Trees from Around the World" exhibit at the Museum of Science and Industry. "Kris Kringle" market in Daley Plaza--get a mug of Mulled Wine and walk around this "European Christmas Market". View "Macy's windows" down State street.

Louisville...
206 forum posts
2. Re: Fun things to do in December

Go Iceskating at the outdoor rink at Millenium Park.

Chicago
1,169 forum posts
3. Re: Fun things to do in December

Lincoln Park ZooLights

Go to Butch McGuire's on Division Street (between State & Dearborn) for brunch on Saturday or Sunday. I believe they have a charter bus to the Bears game @ Soidier Field. Butch's has outstanding Xmas decorations and it has become an annual tradition for a lot of people.

http://www.butchmcguires.com/

Illinois
11,912 forum posts
4. Re: Fun things to do in December
Destination Expert   What's this?
for Chicago, Illinois

www.explorechicago.org for ideas.

Illinois
85 forum posts
5. Re: Fun things to do in December

Make sure to dress wsrm.

Thurles
35 forum posts
6. Re: Fun things to do in December

i agree was there last december and it was cold as!!!