Check out some of Chicago’s diverse year-round happenings, from colorful cultural celebrations to lively music and food fests. Go to choosechicago.com/events or simply use your phone’s camera and scan the QR code for a complete, up-to-date events calendar. Events subject to change. FESTIVALS & EVENTS Lunar New Year FOUR SEASONS OF DECEMBER, JANUARY, FEBRUARY CHRISTKINDLMARKET CHICAGO November – December Daley Plaza christkindlmarket.com Feel the magic at this annual outdoor bazaar, modeled after traditional German Christmas markets. ZOOLIGHTS November – January Lincoln Park Zoo lpzoo.org/calendar-events This spectacular holiday display, made up of more than two million lights, transforms Chicago’s historic Lincoln Park Zoo into a breathtaking winter wonderland. Christkindlmarket Chicago LIGHT UP THE LAKE November – January | Navy Pier navypier.org/light-up-the-lake Warm up at Chicago’s largest indoor light garden, with stunning light sculptures, an ice rink, interactive elements, and more. LUNAR NEW YEAR January – February | Citywide choosechicago.com/chicago-chinese-new-year This cultural showcase includes culinary events, a colorful parade that rolls through the heart of Chinatown, and performances of dance, music, martial arts, drumming, and more. CHICAGO RESTAURANT WEEK January – February | Citywide eatitupchicago.com The best time of year to experience Chicago’s acclaimed dining scene, Chicago Restaurant Week features special prix fixe menus at hundreds of local restaurants. CHICAGO THEATRE WEEK February | Citywide chicagotheatreweek.com Experience the thrill of Chicago’s vibrant theatre scene with value-priced tickets to the city’s hottest shows. WINTER 8 choosechicago.com/tools ABEL ARCINIEGA (ALL PHOTOS)
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