All Weekend<\/p>\n
Mini Snow Globe & Candle Making Workshop<\/p>\n
Various times Wednesday-Saturday<\/p>\n
Above Average DIY\/Candle Studio, 3414 W. Foster Ave.<\/p>\n
Above Average Candle Studio is hosting a special three-day workshop \u2014 available on Christmas Eve and Day \u2014 with a candle and snow-globe making class complete with all the materials for a holiday creation. Take home a finished snow globe and candle with this all-ages workshop.<\/p>\n
Learn more and buy tickets for $65\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u2018It\u2019s A Wonderful Life: Live In Chicago!\u2019<\/p>\n Various times Friday-Sunday<\/p>\n American Blues Theater, 5627 N. Lincoln Ave.<\/p>\n The American Blues Theater is putting on a live retelling of the 1946 Christmas movie \u201cIt\u2019s a Wonderful Life\u201d complete with original music and classic holiday carols in the theater\u2019s 25th year running the show \u2014 making it the second longest-running holiday play in Chicago. It closes Sunday.<\/p>\n Learn more and buy tickets for $34.50-$94.50\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Malcolm X College Kwanzaa Celebration<\/p>\n Noon-1 p.m. Friday-Thursday<\/p>\n Malcolm X College, 1900 W. Jackson Blvd.<\/p>\n Join Malcolm X College as it celebrates the seven days of Kwanzaa with daily activities including reading circles, a drum call and live performances from Najwa Dance Corps, Chi-Village Day and others. The commemoration will also include a recounting of the history of Kwanzaa along with local vendors selling African-inspired art, drums, candles and more. The free, all-ages event will run for seven days on the first floor of Malcolm X College.<\/p>\n Learn more here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Winter Warm Up: Active Play With MSA & Circus Arts<\/p>\n 11 a.m.-noon Saturday-Sunday<\/p>\n Chicago Children\u2019s Musuem, 700 E. Grand Ave.<\/p>\n The Chicago Children\u2019s Museum is extending its hours and programs during winter break as part of the museum\u2019s Winter Weeks of Play. Programs includes an hour of active play with the performers from MSA & Circus Arts offering endless chances to tumble and leap.<\/p>\n Learn more and buy tickets for the week\u2019s special activities and performances\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n KOVAL Top Shelf Tour<\/p>\n 4-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday<\/p>\n KOVAL Distillery, 4241 N. Ravenswood Ave.<\/p>\n Whiskey lovers can get an exclusive tour of the KOVAL Distillery overlooking the distillery while learning about the whiskey making process, with a chance to taste three KOVAL spirits along with unreleased, experimental whiskeys.<\/p>\n Learn more and buy tickets for $12 here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Historic Pullman Model Train Experience<\/p>\n 10 a.m. Saturday-Monday<\/p>\n HPF Pullman Exhibit Hall, 11141 S. Cottage Grove Ave.<\/p>\n The Pullman National Historical Park is hosting a weekend for train lovers of all ages as they showcase their interactive model train layout with classic Pullman railcars and engines, complete with a LEGO building session and a giant paper snowflake arts and crafts time.<\/p>\n Learn more about the free event\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Friday<\/p>\n The Chosen Few DJs Holiday Party<\/p>\n 7 p.m.-2 a.m. Friday<\/p>\n Bourbon on Division, 2050 W. Division St.<\/p>\n Celebrate the holidays with house music at Bourbon on Division\u2019s holiday party, offering two floors of house music featuring sounds from DJs Alan King, Dee Jay Alicia and more.<\/p>\n Learn more and buy tickets for $17.85 here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Empanada Mama Pop-Up<\/p>\n 6-8 p.m. Friday<\/p>\n Begyle Brewing, 1800 W. Cuyler Ave.<\/p>\n Begyle Brewing is serving up empanadas by Empanada Mama for one night only. Stop by to experience Puerto Rican cuisine with hand-crafted empanadas and pair them with your favorite brew.<\/p>\n Learn more here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Chicago Soul Jazz Collective<\/p>\n 7:30 p.m. Friday<\/p>\n Winter\u2019s Jazz Club, 465 N. McClurg Court<\/p>\n Winter\u2019s Jazz Club is hosting an evening of Chicago soul and jazz featuring LaShera Ellis on vocals and John Fournier playing the tenor saxophone.<\/p>\n Learn more and buy tickets starting at $30\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Saturday<\/p>\n Bronzeville Kwanzaa Celebration & Vendor Fair<\/p>\n 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday<\/p>\n Hatch 41, 4131 S. State St.<\/p>\n The Black Star Project is celebrating Kwanzaa in Bronzeville with a family-friendly event commemorating the seven principles of Kwanzaa complete with live performances, Black-owned vendors and giveaways.<\/p>\n This is a free event. Learn more\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Sno-Cone Skate<\/p>\n Noon-3 p.m. Saturday<\/p>\n The MLK Skating and Bowling Center, 1219 W. 76th St.<\/p>\n Stop by the MLK Skating and Bowling Center during winter break for a day of winter fun with bowling, skating and a free snow cone with admission.<\/p>\n Learn more and buy tickets for bowling and skating can be purchased\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Holiday Healing: Gong Wash Sound Healing Symphony<\/p>\n 6-8 p.m. Saturday<\/p>\n Northshore Healing Centre, 6185 N. Canfield Ave.<\/p>\n The Northshore Healing Centre is celebrating the holidays and winter solstice with a healing symphony to restore balance to the body and mind while providing post-holidays stress relief. The evening will include a guided meditation and the healing sounds of gongs, bells and more.<\/p>\n Guests should bring a yoga mat. Learn more and buy tickets for $35 here<\/a>.<\/p>\n The Last Dance: The Promontory LGBTQ Pre-NYE Party<\/p>\n 10 p.m. Saturday<\/p>\n The Promontory, 5311 S. Lake Park Ave. West<\/p>\n Get an early start to New Year\u2019s celebrations with the Promontory\u2019s LGBTQ Pre NYE party, featuring sounds from DJs 1st Lady and Darrly Garcon and hosted by Trina Tru Luv and Pooda Freesmoke. The venue will be closing permanently on New Year\u2019s Eve<\/a>, so don\u2019t miss this chance to party at the popular Hyde Park spot.<\/p>\n Learn more and buy tickets for $13.95 here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Sunday<\/p>\n Yoga & Books Sunday Flow<\/p>\n 9 a.m. Sunday<\/p>\n Lilliput Books, 2150 N. Halsted St.<\/p>\n Prepare for 2026 with an hour-long yoga class and mini sound bath led by Meghan Rutledge of Second Spring. This slow and gentle flow is perfect for beginners, and yoga class members can enjoy 10 percent off their purchase at Lilliput Books after the class.<\/p>\n Guests should bring their your own yoga mat. Learn more and buy tickets for $28\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Intro To Aikido<\/p>\n 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday<\/p>\n 1444 W. Chicago Ave.<\/p>\n Chicago Aikikai is hosting a chance for beginners to learn more about the Japanese martial art of aikido. Learn more about the practice\u2019s origins and history among current students while participating in aikido led by Chief Instructor Marsha Turner.<\/p>\n This is a free event. Learn more\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Build A Hat Workshop<\/p>\n Noon-4 p.m. Sunday<\/p>\n Artistry DC, 3700 S. Iron St.<\/p>\n Decorate your own trucker hat at Grandeur Galleries\u2019 guided workshop with trucker hats and endless iron patches, rhinestones, pearls, chains and more. Decorate hats with music, beverages and snacks.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-cast-of-Its-a-Wonderful-Life-LIVE-in-Chicago-Photo-by-Michael-Brosilow-1024x683.jpg\")
The cast of \u201cIt\u2019s a Wonderful Life LIVE in Chicago!\u201d at the American Blues Theater. Credit: Michael Brosilow<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Winter-Weeks-of-Play-1024x510.jpg\")
The flyer for Winter Weeks of Play at the Chicago Children\u2019s Museum. Credit: Provided<\/a><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/KOVAL-distillery.jpg\")
KOVAL Distillery in Ravenswood. Credit: KOVAL Distillery<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Empanada-Mama-Pop-Up-1024x536.jpg\")
An empanada pop-up is coming to Begyle Brewing this Friday. Credit: Provided<\/a><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Chicago-Soul-Jazz-Collective-with-LaShera-Ellis-1024x683.jpg\")
Chicago Soul Jazz Collective with LaShera Ellis. Credit: Provided<\/a><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Pullman-National-Historical-Park-Clean-Up-1-1024x768.png\")
The MLK Family Entertainment Center, 1219 W. 76th St., hosts regular skate and bowl nights. Credit: Provided\/Facebook<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Gong-Wash-Sound-Healing-Northshore-1024x326.jpg\")
Credit: Provided<\/a><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Promontory-Hyde-Park-Rooftop-1024x683.png\")
The Promontory, 5311 S. Lake Park Ave. West. Credit: Provided<\/a><\/p>\n