ALL SEASONS GUIDE TO CHICAGO BMO Harris Bank Magnificent Mile Lights Festival Christkindlmarket Maggie Daley Park Skating Ribbon . The Rink at Gallagher Way turns the green space outside historic Wrigley Field into a winter wonderland. Northerly Island is the perfect place to go snowshoeing in the city. During its Polar Adventure Days your group can meet cold-weather creatures and make winter crafts. SPORTS See the Chicago Bulls play basketball in “The House That Jordan Built,” also known as the United Center, where you can view the team’s six NBA championship trophies and pose for a selfie with the statue of superstar Michael Jordan. Also at the United Center, watch for team mascot Tommy Hawk dancing to Chelsea Dagger when the Chicago Blackhawks hockey team scores a goal. WINTER HAPPENINGS During First Bites Bash , sample dishes from some of the city’s best chefs at the Field Museum as a kickoff to January’s Chicago Restaurant Week , when hundreds of local restaurants offer special prix fixe menus. From late January through early February, see cultural performances at venues around the city as part of Chicago’s Chinese New Year celebration. In February, the Chicago Auto Show showcases an impressive collection of passenger cars and trucks at McCormick Place. Snag discounted tickets to more than 100 of the hottest shows in Chicago during the February Chicago Theatre Week . Maggie Daley Park Skating Ribbon WINTER December, January, February HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS Do some shopping along The Magnificent Mile , then join in the November BMO Harris Bank Magnificent Mile Lights Festival , which culminates in a dazzling evening parade led by Mickey Mouse to kick off the holiday season. Also check out the shops on State Street and venture over to Macy’s State Street to see the store’s magical holiday window displays and the Great Tree in The Walnut Room . Nearby, take in the artisan crafts and festive foods at Christkindlmarket Chicago , a German-style Christmas ABEL ARCINIEGA (ALL PHOTOS) market. At Millennium Park, ring in the season with the City of Chicago Christmas Tree Lighting and Caroling at Cloud Gate (on select days). See a holiday show, such as The Nutcracker by the Joffrey Ballet or A Christmas Carol at the Goodman Theatre . Don’t miss the sparkling Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light exhibits at the Museum of Science and Industry . Be wowed by ZooLights at Lincoln Park Zoo , complete with incredible animated displays, holiday treats, and selfies with Santa. OUTDOOR FUN Rent skates and take a spin on the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink in Millennium Park or the picturesque 13
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