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Best Family Shows This Winter

in Chicago

A Christmas Carol at Albert Goodman Theater

A Christmas Carol

Once again the Goodman Theatre magics up your annual holiday cheer in the form of this beloved holiday tradition. Between the spooky arrival of the ghosts, the jubilant musical numbers and of course the ubiquitous "Bah Humbugs," you will experience Scrooge's joyful late-life discovery of love and the true riches of family.

A Christmas Carol at Metropolis Performing Arts Center

A Christmas Carol

Enter the Victorian London of Charles Dicken's incredible imagination as Metropolis Performing Arts Center revives their beloved production of A Christmas Carol this year! A festive feast like no other, join the miserly business owner Ebenezer Scrooge as he learns to appreciate his fellow men, thanks to a trio of spooky visitors!

Disney's The Little Mermaid at Drury Lane Theatre Oakbrook Terrace

Disney's The Little Mermaid

Join Ariel and friends under the sea in this musical version of one of Disney's most beloved movies from your local theatre company! Based on the fairytale by Hans Christian Anderson, The Little Mermaid is the story of Ariel, the princess of the underwater mermaid kingdom, who dreams of a life above the waves. Featuring all the classic Howard Ashman and Glen Slater songs from the movie ('Kiss the Girl,' 'Under the Sea'), The Little Mermaid is a surefire family hit!

A Chanticleer Christmas at Symphony Center Orchestra Hall

A Chanticleer Christmas

From atmospheric candle-lit Gregorian chants to traditional carols and spirituals, Chanticleer brings you a traditional Christmas concert. Displaying their on-going commitment to presenting choral music with the utmost excellence and talents, accompany them for an inspiring journey across the ages this festive season.

The Hip Hop Nutcracker at CIBC Theatre

The Hip Hop Nutcracker

What do you get when you combine the elegant holiday score of Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker and a DJ with pin-sharp contemporary hip hop dance? This hit show mashes up two very American icons into a stunning production that has met with rave reviews since its 2014 Washington debut. Don't miss it live this year when the tour dances its way to you!

Dec 10 - 15

CIBC Theatre

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Cirque Dreams Holidaze at Silver Creek Event Center At Four Winds

Cirque Dreams Holidaze

Ornaments come to life when Cirque Dream: Holidaze's costumed characters perform astonishing feats that celebrate the holiday season with spectacle, imagination and whimsical dreams. Marvel at gingerbread men flipping through the air, toy soldiers skillfully marching on thin wires, snowmen daringly balancing, icemen sculpting powerfully, penguins spinning, puppets caroling and reindeer soaring high above a landscape of holiday wonderment.

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer at Genesee Theater

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

Based on the beloved 1964 animated special, this adaptation brings everyone's favourite reindeer to the stage. This classic tale teaches the importance of friendship and respect, whilst getting everyone very excited for Christmas in the process! The perfect event for all the family treat your loved ones to an extra special holiday treat this Christmas.

Elf in Concert at Symphony Center Orchestra Hall

Elf in Concert

Join your local orchestra for this glorious live-to-film concert of the beloved Christmas movie, bringing to life Buddy's story in a presentation that'll fill the whole family with holiday cheer! Elf: The Musical is the hilarious tale of Buddy, a young orphan who accidentally crawls into Santa's sack of gifts and is taken to the North Pole. Buddy is raised unaware that he is actually a human until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. The heartwarming musical follows Buddy on his quest for his real family, as well as bringing much-needed Christmas spirit to the city of New York.

Salt Creek Ballet - The Nutcracker at North Shore Center

Salt Creek Ballet - The Nutcracker

Once again, Salt Creek Ballet will march their way on to the stage this December for the holiday season! Follow the journey of our brave heroine Clara and her dashing nutcracker prince, as they battle armed mice and celebrate victory at the court of the Sugar Plum Fairy! A must-see for ballet fans to celebrate the festive season with all the family.

Fairytale of New York at Broadway Playhouse

Fairytale of New York

Fairytale of New York will take to the North American road in 2024 offering another opportunity to indulge in an all-out, all-Irish Christmas extravaganza! Expect to hear some of the season's best-loved songs, including of course, the iconic Fairy Tale of New York, alongside some of the Emerald Isle's biggest hits, such as Galway Girl, The Irish Rover, Wagon Wheel, Danny Boy, Dirty Old Town and many more.

Disney On Ice: Frozen and Encanto at Vibrant Arena

Disney On Ice: Frozen and Encanto

Disney on Ice returns in this brand new spectacular that features characters and adventures from two of the studios' most popular recent animations- Frozen and Encanto! With sing-a-longs, feats of incredible ice-skating, and breathtaking acrobatics, this exciting new show brings the magic of both movies to life, offering an unforgettable live experience the whole family will love!

Cirque Du Soleil - Crystal at Vibrant Arena

Cirque Du Soleil - Crystal

They've conquered the air, the floor and even water over the past 30 years, and their 41 shows. Now they are about to tackle the ice, in a brand-new extravaganza that they've named...Crystal. Combining world-class skating, beautiful sets, costumes and awe-inspiring aesthetics, take a venture into your reflection to a world you have only ever dreamed of, and become who you've always wanted to be. Skate close to the edge, with this exciting new addition to the Cirque du Soleil canon.

Feb 13 - 16, 2025

Vibrant Arena

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