10th Annual War on XMas with The Lawrence Arms at Metro (Friday, Saturday)
Iconic Chicago punk band The Lawrence Arms are back for their annual Christmas shows at the Metro. Two-day passes for this event are still available.
The Joffrey Ballet’s The Nutcracker (Friday-Sunday)
Witness the iconic Christmas show, The Nutcracker, presented by the Joffrey Ballet. The show opens this Friday at 7pm at the Lyric Opera House and will run until December 28th. Tickets are available here.
One of a Kind Holiday Show (Friday-Sunday)
Running behind on holiday shopping? Buy a ticket to One of a Kind Holiday Market and shop up to 600 unique vendors. The market takes place all weekend on the seventh floor of the Merchandise Mart. A portion of ticket proceeds go towards the Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital and get you access to every day of the market.
Twisted Ticket Drop at Pub 97 (Friday)
Want a shot at tickets to Q101’s Twisted X–mas? Join Brian Phillips and the Q101 crew at Pub 97 for your chance to win! On Friday from 5:30-7:30pm, hang with friends, enjoy a Heineken Silver and win amazing prizes. Pub 97 is located at 3626 N Talman Ave.
Twisted Ticket Drop at Sluggers (Friday)
Looking for a way to get into Q101’s Twisted Christmas? We’ve got you covered! Head to Sluggers from 8:00pm-10:00pm for your chance to win tickets and other amazing prizes. Grab a Heineken, play at the batting cages and hang with Brian Phillips! Sluggers is located at 3540 N Clark St.
Bulls host the Pacers (Friday)
The Bulls look to get a leg up on their midwestern counterparts, the Indiana Pacers, with a home game on Friday night.
Winterland at Gallagher Way (Friday)
Looking to get into the holiday spirit? Winterland opens this Friday at Gallagher Way. Shop unique gifts, grab a hot chocolate and get photos with Santa at this fun winter market. Winterland kicks off with a tree lighting ceremony at 6pm and will run until December 22. For all the info, click here.
Harms Way & Weekend Nachos at Bottom Lounge (Saturday)
It’s a banner weekend for Chicago punk bands. Not only do The Lawrence Arms play a set of homecoming shows this weekend, but standout Chicago hardcore bands Harms Way and Weekend Nachos play a sold-out show at Bottom Lounge this weekend.
Twisted Ticket Drop at Tin Lizzie (Saturday)
Head to Tin Lizzie at 2483 N Clark St. to hang with Brian Haddad and the Q101 crew for your chance to win tickets to Twisted X-mas! Grab a Heineken Silver, watch the turtle races and win amazing prizes. The crew will be hanging out from 5:30pm to 7:30pm.
Twisted Ticket Drop at Uptown Lounge (Saturday)
It’s not too late to win your way into Q101’s Twisted X-mas! Head to Uptown Lounge at 1136 W Lawrence to hang with Brian Haddad and the Q101 crew. They’ll be with Heineken Silver from 8pm to 10pm handing out cool prizes and raffling tickets.
‘Love Actually’ in Concert (Saturday)
Celebrate the holiday season with Love Actually in Concert! Hear the Chicago Philharmonic play Craig Armstrong’s score as the film plays on the big screen. Tickets are available here.
Is/Was Brewing Holiday Market (Saturday)
Check out the new Ravenswood brewery Is/Was and enjoy some artisan vendors this Saturday from noon to 6pm. Grab a drink, shop gifts and hang with friends. For more info, check here.
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Winnipeg Jets (Saturday)
Cheer on your Chicago Blackhawks as they take on the Winnipeg Jets this Saturday at United Center. Tickets are available here.
Clark Street Cookie Crawl (Sunday)
Satisfy your cravings with Lincoln Park’s annual Cookie Crawl this Sunday from 1pm to 3:30pm. Enjoy a delicious cookie at every stop, plus some boozy drink stops along the way! You can purchase tickets here.
