Get ready, Chicago! November is here, and it’s bringing a whirlwind of exciting events your way. From heartwarming family-friendly gatherings to sizzling cooking events that will tantalize your taste buds and lift your holiday spirits, this month is packed with something for everyone. Whether you’re planning fun holiday festivities, or looking for a cultural experience; we’ve got you covered. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the best holiday events, family-friendly activities, and cooking extravaganzas happening in Chicago this November. Let’s dive in and make this month unforgettable!
Click on each event for more information and pricing and check with the venue for any changes or cancellations.
Thursday, November 2nd
Historic Chicago Bakeries Fun Run + Cookie Decorating at Bon Vivant Cakes
6 pm – 9 pm
4749 N Spaulding Ave
Fleurotica
6 pm – 9 pm
Garfield Park Conservatory
300 N Central Park Ave
Sagra di Tortello
7 pm* Thurs & Fri
Tortello
1746 W Division St
Classic Encounter Series with Terri Hemmert and the CSO
Series dates Feb 8th, May 2nd and June 6
220 S Michigan Ave
Friday, November 3rd
40th Annual Chicago International Children’s Film Festival
Various times, through Nov 19th
Facets
1517 W Fullerton Ave
Saturday, November 4th
Kind Words II
4 pm – 6 pm
You Are Beautiful Headquarters (YAB HQ)
3368 N Elston Ave
Chicago, IL 60618
Cider and Cheese Tasting
6 pm – 7:30 pm
Beautiful Rind
2211 N Milwaukee Ave
Sunday, November 5th
Hot Chocolate 15K/5K – Chicago
Grant Park
301 S Columbus Dr
Houseplant swap and BINGO by Avondale Garden Alliance
3 pm – 6 pm
Chief O’Neill’s
3471 N Elston Ave
Third Annual Guild Row Pumpkin Smash
11 am – 3 pm
Guild Row
3130 N Rockwell St
Dog Day @ The Creator Studio
1216 W Grand Ave
20 for 20 Wine Tasting: November
Multiple Times
Ella Elli
1349 W Cornelia Ave
Tuesday, November 7th
Chicago History Museum Guild Event | Christmas on State Street
10 am – 1:30 pm
Chicago History Museum
1601 N Clark St
Beetlejuice
Through November 19th
Auditorium Theatre
50 E Ida B Wells Dr
Thursday, November 9th
Chefsgiving
6 pm – 10 pm
Venteux Brasserie, Cafe & Oyster Bar
224 N Michigan Ave
Hands-On Mediterranean Mezze
6 pm – 8 pm
The Chopping Block
4747 N Lincoln Ave
Alpine Favorites: A taste of the Alps from classic to contemporary
7 pm – 8 pm
Beautiful Rind
2211 N Milwaukee Ave
Friday, November 10th
Customer Appreciation Day: Join us for Free Demos and Tastings
Noon – 5 pm
The Chopping Block
4747 N Lincoln Ave
Lightscape * tickets required
4:30 pm – last time 9:15 pm, thru Jan 7th
Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lake Cook Rd
Saturday, November 11th
18th Lycée French Market
10 am Sat & Sun
Lycée Français de Chicago
1929 W Wilson Ave
Tuesday, November 14th
Friendsgiving: Wine Tasting & Food Pairing (USA vs. Italia)
7 pm – 11 pm
Casati’s Modern Italian
444 W Fullerton Pkwy
Wednesday, November 15th
Urban Leash Walking Masterclass
7:15 pm – 8:15 pm
PUPS Pet Club
468 N New St
Thursday, November 16th
Pumpkin Challah Class
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Masa Madre
1117 W Grand Ave
Boka’s 20th Anniversary Chefs’ Dinner
Multiple seatings
BOKA
1729 N Halsted St
Friday, November 17th
Christkindlmarket Daley Plaza and Gallagher Way
Through December 24th
110th Annual City of Chicago Christmas Tree
6 pm- 8 pm
Millennium Park
11 N Michigan Ave
Zoolights
4:30 pm – 10 pm through Jan 7th
Lincoln Park Zoo
2001 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60614
Los San Patricios: The Irish Soldiers of Mexico
7 pm – 10 pm
Mayfair Theatre
IAHC 4626 N Knox Ave
Annual PAWS Chicago Fur Ball
6 pm
Drake Hotel
140 E Walton Pl
A Christmas Carol
Goodman Theatre
Through December 31st
170 N Dearborn St
Chicago Antique Holiday Market Randolph Street
9 am – 5 pm Sat & Sun
1341 W Randolph St
Chicago, IL 60607
Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light
9:30 am – 4 pm
Museum of Science and Industry
5700 S DuSable
Lake Shore Drive
Art on the Mart: The Joffrey Ballet’s “The Nutcracker”
Through December 30th
222 W. Merchandise Mart Plaza
Illumination
4:30 pm through January 6th
Morton Arboretum
4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle
Sunday, November 19th
Friendsgiving
5 pm, multiple times
Park and Field
3509 W Fullerton Ave
Lakeview Tree Lighting
6 pm – 7:30 pm
St. Alphonsus Church
Tuesday, November 21st
The Illusionists – Magic of the Holidays
Through Nov 26
Cadillac Palace Theatre
151 W Randolph St
Thursday, November 23rd
Friday, November 24th
Goose Island Bourbon County Release Party
11 am, multiple times available
Park and Field
3509 W Fullerton Ave
Brookfield Holiday Magic
3 pm – 9 pm weekend, then progressively more dates-check website for details
8400 31st St (1st Ave and 31st St), Brookfield
Happy’s Holiday Pop-Up
4 pm – 11 pm
Through December 23rd
Chicago Athletic Association
12 S Michigan Ave
Santa at the Berghoff
Fri & Sat, Sat’s thru Dec and Fri Dec 22nd
The Berghoff Restaurant
17 W Adams St
Sound of Music Sing-a-long
Through December 4th
The Music Box Theater
3733 N Southport Ave
Saturday, November 25th
Small Business Saturday – SHOP LOCAL
Grant Park Turkey Trot 5K & 10K
Gingerbread House Party
10 am Sat and Sun multiple times available
Park and Field
3509 W Fullerton Ave
Festive Tea 2023
Twice/week through Dec 24
The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago
160 E Pearson St, 12th Floor
Vienna Boys Choir: Christmas in Vienna
2 pm
Chicago Symphony Center
220 S Michigan Ave
Beyond the Nutcracker with Ballet 5:8
2 pm, multiple performances
Athenaeum Center for Thought & Culture
2936 N Southport Ave
The Immersive Nutcracker: A Winter Miracle &
Bar Humbug
Through Jan 7th
Lighthouse ArtSpace Chicago
108 W Germania Pl
Elf in Concert!
Auditorium Theater
50 E Ida B Wells Dr
Santa Days
Multiple days
Swissotel Chicago
323 E Wacker Dr
Sunday, November 26th
Irish Christmas in America
7 pm
Old Town School
4544 N. Lincoln Ave
Tuesday, November 28th
Thursday, November 30th
Hershel & the Hanukkah Goblins
Multiple times through December 23rd
Chicago Loop Synagogue
16 S Clark St
We hope this guide has added a sprinkle of excitement to your month. Chicago’s vibrant spirit truly shines through in these events, offering memorable experiences for every member of your family. From the warmth of holiday celebrations to the joy of cooking together, these moments create lasting memories. Mark your calendars, gather your loved ones, and create some incredible memories this month. Here’s to a fantastic November filled with joy, laughter, and unforgettable moments. Until next time, Chicago! Stay warm, stay connected, and keep embracing the magic of our wonderful city.
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