Guide to Celebrating the Holidays in Chicago, Illinois

Activities for Families

With the holidays approaching and kids on vacation from school, parents be aware that there are plenty of interesting activities in Chicago to keep any child occupied. Here are a few eclectic events that will sure to keep you and your family occupied during the holiday season. Go to one or to all, it is up to you.

Christmas Schooner
Nov.19-Dec.31
Balliwick Repertory
1229 W.Belmont Ave
Chicago, ILL. Ave
1-773-348-4000
Tickets $20. -$35 

For the passed twelve years, Balliwick Repertory has performed The Christmas Schooner. The production is geared toward families, and tells the story of Peter and Alma Stossel and their dreams of America in the 1870’s. The production has music, dancing, and drama, and is said to be appropriate for audiences of all ages. Chicago Sun-Times says, “The musical production has themes of sacrifice and compassion woven throughout.” Due to the high demand some nights are already sold out, but there is still a chance some tickets might be available.

Zoolights presented by ComEd-Lincoln Park Zoo
2200 N. Cannon Dr.
Chicago, ILL 60614
312-342-742-2000
Nov 24, 5pm-9pm
A free event presented by Lincoln Park Zoo, Zoolights features one million lights, a amazing water laser show, live ice carving, Santa’s workshop, and, of course, the zoo animals. If unable to make Zoolights, Lincoln Park Zoo will still be a great place to take children over the holiday season. Lincoln Park Zoo will be open Friday thru Sunday nights thru Nov 24- Dec 10 and, opened Dec 15-Jan 1, every night except Dec 24 and Dec. 25.

Holiday Kid’s Show:World Rhythms and Dance
Saturday, Nov. 25 2006
Saturday, Dec. 25, 2006 2pm
Priced at $5 for children under 12
Priced at $25 for adults
Website:dance.chicago.com
The show is a representation of all types of dance forms, including parts of the Nutcracker.