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Santa’s Village Christmas Drive ThruBegin your holiday season with a one-of-a-kind drive-thru experience at Santa’s Village.
Enjoy over 3 million lights synchronized to music, dazzling displays, live animals and Santa himself as you drive through our park, all from the comfort of your car.
The Santa’s Village Magical Christmas Drive-Thru is set to begin on Nov 28th and run select dates through Dec 30th✨🎄
You’re invited to hop aboard the Time Warp Express for a Jolly Trolley Adventure to Save Santa at Volo Museum.
Time Warp Express is quickly becoming a new holiday family tradition. It is an experience filled with all of your favorite traditional holiday activities while adding an adventurous trolley ride to save Santa filled with fun and unexpected surprises.
Starts Nov 7th and ends Dec 28th. All Fridays and Saturdays except the 28th is a Sunday. Fridays: 5pm & 7pm Saturdays: 4pm & 6pm
Holiday Events in St Charles Illinois.Looking for holiday events in St. Charles?
Whether you’re a local, new in town, or just passing through, you’ll be sure to find something for everyone at this year’s Holiday Happenings sponsored by St Charles Park District.
Discover Fun Things To Do, A Trip to The North Pole, Santa Encounters, Gingerbread House Making and much more…
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Polar Dome Ice Rink ArenaSanta’s Village Amusement and Water Park is thrilled to announce the
return of the iconic Polar Dome Ice Rink. Enjoy your favorite winter activities or plan your next special event at the Polar Dome!
The rink has reopened with a fresh new look, providing a family-friendly ice-skating experience for visitors of all ages.
Visitors will once again be able to lace up their skates at this indoor facility.
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Join Odyssey Fun World in Tinley Park for a Holiday Brunch with Santa and his special guest the Grinch! December 14, 2025 9:00am – 1:00pm
Regular price: $39.99 per person includes: Buffet, Unlimited Indoor Rides, Exploration Adventure, 25 Game Points Card and visits with Santas and The Grinch.
SAVE $8.00 off with Promo Code FUN8
$31.99/person 2 years old and under Free
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Play Laser Tag with Mr. Kringle and his crew at Chaser’s Laser Tag in Napeville.
December 13, 2025 9 am – 11:30 am Space is limited. This event will sell out!
SAVE $10 off one admission with Coupon Code: CHIFUN10
Face off in an intense battle of the laser tag with Santa his Reindeer’s and a motley crew of elves!
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Set up an ice rink in your own backyard!The Fun Ones provides outdoor winter fun with portable backyard Ice rinks that are set up on your own property! These rinks can stay all winter long give you the freedom to skate, play hockey, have social gatherings, or just have a good time with your family. There’s no waiting in line and no checking skate times.
Save $50 Off Use Promo Code CHICAGOFUN Call 630-495-3200
Volo Museum Golden December Discount
From December 1st through Christmas Eve, any guests ages 55 and older will receive a FREE Platinum Pass with the purchase of a regular Volo Museum admission pass.
For the price of only experiencing the Volo Museum, guests will also be able to explore the Titanic Museum and Jurassic Gardens animatronic dinosaur adventure, plus enjoy admission to the Crime and Punishment Sideshow—if they dare. [Read more…] about Volo Museum Golden December
Volo Museum Kids are Free!
From December 1st through Christmas Eve, any adult admission purchased online will receive one kid’s admission free when using code KIDS12 at online checkout.
Kids must be 12 or younger. This offer is valid only for online purchases and cannot be redeemed in person.
The discount applies to Volo Museum, Jurassic Gardens, and the Titanic Museum. [Read more…] about Volo Museum December Kids Free
Willow Hill Lights is a Drive-Thru Holiday Lights event at Willow Hill Golf Course in Chicago’s North Shore.
Get ready for an unforgettable holiday experience at Willow Hill Lights! This beloved annual 2.5 mile drive-thru light show at Willow Hill Golf Course in Northbrook, IL, is back for their fifth magical year and they’ve added exciting new features you won’t want to miss!
Tickets are available online by one-hour increment time slots, so load up the entire family! GET TICKETS…
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Calling all Santa’s helpers! Enjoy a wonderful day filled with excitement at The Kane County Cougars Breakfast with Santa event.
Feast on a scrumptious buffet, make adorable crafts, and create unforgettable memories with old St. Nick!
CELEBRATE NEW YEARS WITH Odyssey Fun World Annual NOON Years Eve Breakfast & Countdown!
December 31, 2025 Breakfast 9:00am – 1:00pm
SAVE $8.00 off per person
Promo Code FUN8
Regular Price $39.99 per person includes: Buffet, Unlimited Indoor Rides, Exploration Adventure, 25 Game Points Card, DJ Dancing, Count Down, Balloon Drop and more
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If you’re planning a holiday party and want quality entertainment and rental equipment for your guests, turn to the experts at The Fun Ones.
Save $25 Off rental orders over $250+ / $50 off rental orders over $500+ / $100 off rental orders over $1000+
Mention coupon and promo code CHIFUN25 when calling 630-495-3200 to book your rental items.
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Get ready for a colorful, action-packed adventure where fun meets learning at The Discovery Center Museum in Rockford!
Giant Soft Bricks Playland is a colorful, hands-on adventure designed for kids aged 1–12 (and their grown-ups, too!).
Running from Nov 15 – Feb 1 Families can create towering forts, sprawling obstacle courses, and whimsical worlds together.
The Itasca Park District and Village of Itasca are proud to present the 4th Annual Winter Wonderland Holiday Lighting.
This free event will take place on Sunday, November 30th, starting at 4pm at Usher Park, Click here for details.
Welcome Santa, Mrs. Claus, and their Holiday Friends from the North Pole while enjoying festive performances by the Holiday Dickens Carolers and the Inner Prestige Dance Team.
Admission is free, no tickets required
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The Fun Ones Mechanical Rodeo Reindeer Ride
Get ready to transform your holiday gatherings into unforgettable celebrations with our Mechanical Rodeo Reindeer!
This thrilling attraction is not just a ride; it’s an adventure that brings families and friends together in laughter and joy. Picture this: guests of all ages, from excited kids to spirited adults, taking turns to see who can hold on the longest as the Mechanical Rodeo Reindeer spins and twirls. Even Santa himself would find it a challenge!
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Enter a winter wonderland illuminated by the laughter of children and more than one million lights at Lincoln Park Zoo’s annual ZooLights.
Join us for the brilliance of this fun, family-oriented holiday celebration, featuring luminous displays and holiday-season activities throughout zoo grounds. [Read more…] about Lincoln Park Zoo Lights
Experience the Enchanting Festival of Lights in Rockford Illinois!
The Festival of Lights is a free, family-friendly holiday event that has become a tradition for folks of all ages. The holiday light show, which opens Nov. 28th, takes place at Sinnissippi Park, 1401 N. Second St., and it runs thru Dec. 31.
THIS IS A FREE DRIVE THROUGH EVENT.
Immerse yourself in a magical world of music as the vibrant lights dance to the beat.
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Randall Oaks Zoo
is geared up for our annual Winter Festival! It’s the most magical time of the year! Experience the zoo all dressed up in holiday lights! The zoo is open weekends December 6-7-, 13-14, 20-21 | 12:00-8:00 pm
We have decorated the zoo in over 100,000 lights creating the ultimate holiday experience. Enjoy some of our many additional activities that we have going on, check our Facebook page for updates and coupons. [Read more…] about Randall Oaks Zoo WinterFest
Looking to make your holiday event with Santa even more magical? Add a live Reindeer Display*. A Zoo To You has you covered!
Our reindeer exhibits feature one or two majestic reindeer in a 10×10 ft enclosure, giving guests a rare up-close view for photos and a chance to learn gain insights about them.
These enchanting displays are in high demand every year—book early to secure your spot! *Please note: petting is not allowed. [Read more…] about A Zoo To You Reindeer Rentals
Brookfield Zoo Lights Holiday MagicEnjoy over 3.5 million LED lights at Brookfield Zoo Magical Holiday Magic Light Festival.
It’s truly magical to walk the grounds of The Brookfield Zoo, watching all of the twinkling lights, listening to holiday music and enjoying a hot chocolate!
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It’s lovely weather for a Sleigh Ride! Ever wonder what it would be like to go dashing through the snow in an open sleigh?
At Midwest Camel & Pony Rides there’s nothing quite as magical as a horse drawn carriage or sleigh ride in the winter and with multiple size carriages & sleighs we can accommodate large and small groups.
Ideal for the Holidays, Anniversaries, Proposals, Birthday Celebrations, Date Days, Family Gatherings or just because!
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Check out our Newest Coupons Discounts & Deals for Fun Things To Do and Party Planning Services in Chicago the Suburbs and Beyond…
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Put together a team, find clues and solve puzzles before time runs out at these immersive fun escape rooms in the Chicago area and suburbs.
Escape Rooms are a thrilling challenge for families, friends, date night, team building and more! Every company has different themes and difficulty levels, giving you numerous reasons to return. So gather a group of your most adventurous friends and do something unique!
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Happy Holidays from the Escape Artistry team! We’re offering a 10% holiday discount from now until January off any of our Chicago-themed Escape Rooms!
Use code: EAHOLIDAY10 to save 10% off any escape room experience!
Are you ready to challenge your mind, ignite your imagination, and escape into adventure? Welcome to the ultimate escape room experience at Escape Artistry.
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Illumination Tree Lights at The Morton Arboretum
Saturday, November 15, 2025, through Saturday, January 3, 2026, open daily 4:30 to 9:30 p.m. Buy Tickets…
Celebrate the holidays and marvel at how light transforms a magnificent landscape at the 12th annual edition of Illumination: Tree Lights at The Morton Arboretum.
Exciting new features and immersive installations in this festive experience will delight all ages along a new path that is fully ADA compliant for guests with limited mobility.
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Make this holiday special with a personalized phone call from Santa Claus himself.
Imagine a live phone call from Santa. Watch in amazement as Santa calls a child you love and speaks about what they’ve been doing and what they’d love for Christmas and anything else you ask him to say in their very own personal Santa Call.
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Over 500 Ugly Christmas Sweaters in Stock and Ready to Ship!
Are you hosting or heading to a Ugly Christmas Sweater Party this holiday season? Check out hundreds of unique, hilarious designs. Click Here To Shop…
They’re warm enough for the holiday season, they’re Christmasy, and they are most definitely ugly. You might have been forced to wear them when you were a kid, and now it’s time to wear them by choice and make them your own every year.
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A Zoo To You provides Live Nativity Scenes for your Holiday Event or Celebration in the Chicagoland area and Suburbs. Our Nativity Scenes include 4 goats, 4 sheep, donkey, and a little cow (Display only) for $650 for first 2 hours and $125 for each additional hour.
Click Here Discount Offer
Save 10% off any animal rental, petting zoo, pony rides or exotic animal show services.
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Track Santa’s flight around the world. The men and women of NORAD and Google will employ cutting edge technology to see exactly where the big guy is on Christmas Eve, and they’ll help you track his flight as he makes his around-the-world deliveries.
The military’s North American Aerospace Defense Command, or NORAD, at Peterson Air Force Base, launched its 60th year of tracking Santa’s Yuletide adventure.
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