Get ready for the holidays with Swedish goods and hand-crafted gifts while riding the annual Andersonville Holiday Trolley on December 13-14, 2025. Roam through the Andersonville business district with a free holiday trolley that runs all weekend. Sip on steaming cups of … [Read more...] about Andersonville Holiday Trolley
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Chicago Holidays at Macy’s
For generations of Chicagoans, the essence of Christmas in Chicago is a stroll down State Street to view the holiday windows at Macey's (Marshall Field's) landmark department store, lunch at the Walnut Room surrounded by the ceiling-scraping tree, topped off with a visit with Santa. Macy's … [Read more...] about Chicago Holidays at Macy’s
Chicago’s Christkindlmarket
You don't need to travel to visit a charming European Christmas market because Chicago hosts the most authentic European holiday market outside of Europe. Christkindlmarket brings the sights, scents and sounds of a German holiday market to Chicago, opening on November 21, … [Read more...] about Chicago’s Christkindlmarket
Hyde Park Handmade Artisan Bazaar
For ten years, the free Hyde Park Handmade Artisan Bazaar has supplied a monthly pop-up of hand-crafted goodies beloved by loyal customers. Don't miss the fun at the 2025 fall and winter dates on September 21, October 19, November 23 and December 21. This eclectic indoor … [Read more...] about Hyde Park Handmade Artisan Bazaar
Green City Market
Spring arrives with hearty abundance for the pre-season opening of the iconic Green City Market at the Lincoln Park location. Chicago's first and largest sustainable farmers market supplies an eclectic selection of fruits, vegetables, baked goods, flowers, prepared foods and meats. The … [Read more...] about Green City Market
Handmade Market at Empty Bottle
Head to a classic Chicago tradition to supply your shopping for the holidays and beyond at Handmade Market at the Empty Bottle. This month's market opens on December 14, 2024, but the market returns on the second Saturday of the month through April 2025. Handmade Market connects the makers of … [Read more...] about Handmade Market at Empty Bottle
Sauced Night Market Before Christmas
Welcome the holiday season with shopping, food, music and vibes at Sauced Night Market Before Christmas, on December 13-14, 2024 at the Chicago Athletic Association downtown. This roving market supplies over three dozen vendors selling hand-crafted artisan goods and food. The holiday … [Read more...] about Sauced Night Market Before Christmas
Mercado Navideno at Museum of Mexican Art
Add the colors and traditions of Mexico to your holiday shopping with a visit to the Mercado Navideno at the National Museum of Mexican Art on November 29-December 1, 2024. Explore hand-crafted gifts from Mexico including ornaments, nativity scenes, art, jewelry, apparel and toys. You won't have … [Read more...] about Mercado Navideno at Museum of Mexican Art
Target Circle Week Returns With Deep Discounts
Photo: Target Take aim for big savings for one week, Target shoppers! Circle back and head to Target this fall for the return of the store’s popular Target Circle Week — from Oct. 6 to 12, 2024. Find lots of deals on … [Read more...] about Target Circle Week Returns With Deep Discounts
Easter Vintage Eggstravaganza
Hunt for Easter eggs as well as one-of-a-kind vintage finds at the free Easter Vintage Eggstravanganza Fest hosted by Windy City Market on March 30-31, 2024, in the Portage Park neighborhood. Celebrate the Easter holiday by browsing through 100 vendors displaying vintage clothes, housewares, … [Read more...] about Easter Vintage Eggstravaganza
Spring Fling Artisan Market
Celebrate the fresh energy of the season with a visit to the Spring Fling Artisan Market at Third Space community center on May 20, 2023. This Lakeview neighborhood market will offer a curated mix of over 20 local creative vendors. Located in the Third Space community hub, the market … [Read more...] about Spring Fling Artisan Market
Ravenswood Mother’s Day Gift Market
Your Mother's Day gift shopping just got an exciting dose of creativity thanks to the Ravenswood Mother's Day Gift Market on May 10, 2023, from 4-8 pm. Wander through the open-air market of artisan gifts and hand-crafted goods including flower baskets, artwork, jewelry, beauty … [Read more...] about Ravenswood Mother’s Day Gift Market
