IF YOU'RE FEELING FESTIVE: Check out the Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry-  Explore more than 50 beautifully decorated trees and light displays at this family-friendly exhibit celebrating holiday traditions from around the world—This Saturday is the Tree Lighting and Cultural Festival from 10am-3:30pm  where you can see Santa Larry and the Leo High School Choir and enjoy other performances from local organizations. Advanced registration isn’t required but booking tickets in advance is recommended. For more info- go to @msichicago

IF YOU'RE READY TO SEE SANTA: Check out the Santa Arrival Party and Tree Lighting at Orland Square from 4-5:30 p.m. Fri., Nov. 7, 2025. Celebrate the start of the holiday season at Orland Square as Santa makes his grand entrance and lights a 30-foot Christmas tree. Families can meet live reindeer, sip hot chocolate and enjoy carolers and a holiday dance show. For more information: go to @orlandsquare

IF YOU'RE FEELING THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT: Check out the Million Dollar Quartet Holiday Spectacular at the Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire! From the creators of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, your favorite Rock 'n' Roll legends return this Christmas for a brand-new holiday musical experience. Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley come together again to celebrate the holidays at Sun Records studio, filled to the brim with Christmas cheer and enough musical talent to power a city grid. Jam-packed with the sounds of the season and the chart toppers that made the “Million Dollar Quartet” famous, the gang is up to their usual antics as we journey through stories of Christmas past, present, and future! For more info: go to @marriottheatre