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Dec 09

The Second City: What The Elf

Presented by McAninch Arts Center at McAninch Arts Center at College of DuPage

What the Elf delivers a heaping serving of seasonal satire that’s the perfect alternative to those same old holiday shows. Nothing is off limits... More Info

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Dec 09

Rockin’ Jewelry for Kids

Presented by Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art at Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art

Saturday December 9 Rockin’ Jewelry for Kids Children can make their own gemstone jewelry with the Rockin’ Jewelry for kids. Learn to make a... More Info

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Dec 09

Rock and Mineral Identification

Presented by Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art at Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art

Saturday December 9 Rock and Mineral ID Geologist Sara Kurth teaches the techniques for rock and mineral identification. Learn to identify minerals... More Info

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Dec 09

Sounds of the Season

Presented by The Agape Ringers at Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church

The Agape Ringers, Chicago’s premier handbell ensemble, with guest artist Jeff Kust, present their annual holiday concert, Sounds of the Season!... More Info

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Dec 09

Student Craft Sale

Presented by Wheaton Public Library at Wheaton Public Library

All are welcome to shop WPL's Student Craft Sale on Saturday, December 9 from 10 am-12 pm in the library's Arts & Culture Center. Students in grades... More Info

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Dec 09

Christmas Jazz with the Alyssa Allgood Quartet

Presented by Bethel United Church of Christ at Bethel United Church of Christ

Alyssa Allgood is a Chicago-based jazz vocalist whose silky soprano voice is perfectly tuned for Christmas favorites from traditional to... More Info

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Dec 09

NEW HORIZONS BAND OF DUPAGE – HOLIDAY CONCERT

Presented by New Horizons Band DuPage at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church

The New Horizons Band of DuPage performs selections of Holiday favorites which will include sing-alongs, the New Horizons Concert Band, Brass Choir,... More Info

Dec 10

Voctave: It Feels Like Christmas

Presented by McAninch Arts Center at McAninch Arts Center at College of DuPage

After selling out their MAC debut last December, a cappella sensation Voctave returns! With over 150 million YouTube and Facebook views, these eleven... More Info

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Dec 10

Concert: Christmas at the White House

Presented by Wheaton Public Library at Wheaton Public Library

Christmas at the White House is indeed magical as so many First Ladies and Presidents through the years have attested. Join Jenny Riddle and... More Info

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Dec 01 - 10

Seasonal Gifts

Presented by WT Productions at Marquee Theater

"Seasonal Gifts" is a collection of six short plays that takes Christmas and looks at it from different perspectives. It contains light comedy, dark... More Info

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Nov 17 - Dec 10

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Presented by Wheaton Drama at Wheaton Drama

An eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories... More Info

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Dec 16

Ghostlight ETC Holiday Open House

Presented by Ghostlight ETC at Ghostlight ETC

SAVE THE DATE for a Holiday Open house on Saturday, December 16th from 12-3:30! Join us as we continue our final push to raise funds for our... More Info

Dec 16 - 17

Experience the Nutcracker at Home

Presented by Lisle Library District at Lisle Library District

Get in the spirit of the season with a recorded virtual performance of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker performed by the United Kingdom’s... More Info

Dec 16 - 17

Nutcracker on Ice

Presented by Creative Ice Theatre at Cinemark @ Seven Bridges & IMAX

It is Christmas Eve 1830, in the home of a European city official, President Stahlbaum. He and his wife and children, Clara and Fritz, welcome... More Info

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Dec 16 - 17

Nutcracker - Salt Creek Ballet

Presented by McAninch Arts Center at McAninch Arts Center at College of DuPage

Kirk Muspratt, Artistic Director & Conductor The MAC welcomes back Salt Creek Ballet with a roster of guest artists to perform the holiday tradition:... More Info

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Nov 16 - Dec 17

Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley

Presented by Buffalo Theatre Ensemble at McAninch Arts Center at College of DuPage

It’s two years after the end of the novel. The Bennet family is spending Christmas at Pemberley. Mary Bennet is the bookish, unmarried middle... More Info

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Nov 08 - Jan 07

Rogers + Hammerstein's Cincerella

Presented by Drury Lane Theatre & Events at Drury Lane Theatre & Events

Once upon a time in a faraway land, a young woman wished for a life as beautiful as a fairytale. Experience the classic Rodgers + Hammerstein... More Info

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Nov 08 - Jan 14

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Presented by Paramount Theatre at Paramount Theatre

NOMINATED FOR 7 LAURENCE OLIVIER AWARDS, INCLUDING BEST NEW MUSICAL! This fantastical musical follows young Charlie Bucket and his Grandpa Joe as... More Info

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Dec 09

Christmas Jazz with the Alyssa Allgood Quartet

Presented by Bethel United Church of Christ at Bethel United Church of Christ

Alyssa Allgood is a Chicago-based jazz vocalist whose silky soprano voice is perfectly tuned for Christmas favorites from traditional to... More Info

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Dec 09

Sounds of the Season

Presented by The Agape Ringers at Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church

The Agape Ringers, Chicago’s premier handbell ensemble, with guest artist Jeff Kust, present their annual holiday concert, Sounds of the Season!... More Info

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Dec 09

The Second City: What The Elf

Presented by McAninch Arts Center at McAninch Arts Center at College of DuPage

What the Elf delivers a heaping serving of seasonal satire that’s the perfect alternative to those same old holiday shows. Nothing is off limits... More Info

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Dec 10

Voctave: It Feels Like Christmas

Presented by McAninch Arts Center at McAninch Arts Center at College of DuPage

After selling out their MAC debut last December, a cappella sensation Voctave returns! With over 150 million YouTube and Facebook views, these eleven... More Info

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Dec 09 - 10

Holidays and Harmonies: Handel to Jazz

Presented by Naperville Chorus and Pete Ellman Big Band at North Central College - Wentz Concert Hall

Swing into the season as the Naperville Chorus and Pete Ellman Big Band present “Holidays and Harmonies: Handel to Jazz." Since 2017, audiences... More Info

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Dec 09 - 10

Holidays and Harmonies: Handel to Jazz

Presented by Naperville Chorus and Pete Ellman Big Band at North Central College - Wentz Concert Hall

Swing into the season as the Naperville Chorus and Pete Ellman Big Band present “Holidays and Harmonies: Handel to Jazz." Since 2017, audiences... More Info

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Dec 09 - 10

A Very West Towns Christmas

Presented by West Towns Chorus at Huizenga Auditorium at Timothy Christian Schools

For those wondering what “A Very West Towns Christmas” entails– since that is the title of this year’s West Towns Chorus Christmas Show - let... More Info

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Dec 16

Chicago a cappella presents 'Holidays a cappella'

Presented by Chicago a cappella at COMMUNITY UMC

Maximize your merriment this holiday season with songs you know and love (Deck the Hall! Silent Night! Joy to the World!) sung by the jolliest group... More Info

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Dec 16

Big Bad Voodoo Daddy's Wild & Swingin' Holiday Party

Presented by North Central College Fine & Performing Arts at North Central College - Pfeiffer Hall

For 30 years, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy’s unique take on American swing and jazz music has thrilled audiences around the world, while their unique and... More Info

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Dec 10

Opening Reception at Wheaton Public Library

Presented by Awakenings Project, the at Wheaton Public Library

We set up a beautiful show at the Wheaton Public Library in their Arts & Culture space, and we would love to invite you and your friends and family... More Info

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Dec 11

After Hours Film Society Presents The Last Waltz

Presented by After Hours Film Society at Tivoli Theatre

It started as a concert. It became a celebration. Join an unparalleled lineup of rock superstars as they celebrate The Band’s historic 1976... More Info

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Sep 29 - Dec 15

Action/Abstraction Redefined: Modern Native Art, 1940s to 1970s”

Presented by Aurora University at Schingoethe Center

Action/Abstraction Redefined is the first major traveling exhibition that analyzes modern Native American art from the mid-1940s through the 1970s.... More Info

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Dec 15 - 16

Winter Holiday Craft Open House

Presented by Villa Park Public Library at Villa Park Public Library

Celebrate the season's holidays with a craft! This program is open to children of all ages, but young children will need some adult help.... More Info

Dec 16 - 17

Latin American Marketplace Comes to Fox Valley Mall

Presented by DuPage Hispanic Alliance at Fox Valley Mall

The DuPage Hispanic Alliance is hosting the Midwest's largest artisan Latin American Marketplace at Fox Valley Mall, December 16-17. Find authentic,... More Info

Dec 18

After Hours Film Society Presents Edward Scissorhands

Presented by After Hours Film Society at Tivoli Theatre

In this modern fairy tale, Edward is a gentle, naive creation with razor sharp scissors for hands. When he is taken home by a kindly Avon lady to... More Info

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Jan 08

After Hours Film Society Presents Radical

Presented by After Hours Film Society at Tivoli Theatre

In a Mexican border town plagued by neglect, corruption, and violence, a frustrated teacher tries a radical new method to break through his... More Info

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Ongoing

Once 2023 Emerging Artists Exhibition

Presented by Cleve Carney Museum of Art at Cleve Carney Museum of Art

Once is the Cleve Carney Art Museum’s juried emerging artist exhibition. This exhibition provides a survey of contemporary artwork being created... More Info

Ongoing

Lost Chicagoland Department Stores

Presented by Elmhurst History Museum at Elmhurst History Museum

Take a nostalgic trip back to the heyday of Chicago area department stores like Marshall Field's, Sears, Carson Pirie Scott, and more. Learn about... More Info

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Dec 11

Creative Arts Network Art Class: Paint Pouring

Presented by Westmont Special Events at NEAT Kitchen + Bar

Dec. 11 - Paint Pouring

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Dec 01 - 22

Beginning Drawing and Painting

Presented by Michael Symber Studios / Fine Art School at Michael Symber Studios

This class helps students to understand the concepts of space, form, light and shadow in drawings and paintings. You will learn about working with... More Info

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Dec 28

Teen Thursday Crafternoon

Presented by Lisle Library District at Lisle Library District

Join us for a chill afternoon of crafting and a movie! Craft supplies and snacks provided, movie choice made day-of (Barbie? Godzilla? You decide!).

Jan 11 - Feb 01

Fused Glass Class

Presented by ClaySpace Ceramic Arts Center and Gallery at ClaySpace Ceramic Arts Center and Gallery

Explore your creativity and produce handmade glass items. You will learn the characteristics of fused glass materials, assembling techniques, and... More Info

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Jan 16 - Feb 20

One Landscape: 8 Techniques

Presented by Michael Symber Studios / Fine Art School at Michael Symber Studios

Making art is all about playing. Artists have to experiment with materials and mark-making before they find their style. Many of us can recognize a... More Info

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Ongoing

Creative Arts Network Art Class Schedule

Presented by Westmont Special Events at NEAT Kitchen + Bar

June 12 - Graffiti Art - taught by Joe McGrath: Learn the history of graffiti and create your own style of graffiti letters July 10 - Acrylic... More Info

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Dec 09

NEW HORIZONS BAND OF DUPAGE – HOLIDAY CONCERT

Presented by New Horizons Band DuPage at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church

The New Horizons Band of DuPage performs selections of Holiday favorites which will include sing-alongs, the New Horizons Concert Band, Brass Choir,... More Info

Dec 10

Concert: Christmas at the White House

Presented by Wheaton Public Library at Wheaton Public Library

Christmas at the White House is indeed magical as so many First Ladies and Presidents through the years have attested. Join Jenny Riddle and... More Info

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Dec 10

Naperville Municipal Band Holiday Concert

Presented by Naperville Municipal Band at Nequa Valley High School

A program of holiday favorites including classics such as Leroy Anderson’s The Sleigh Ride and A Christmas Festival. Newer favorites will include... More Info

Dec 08 - 10

The Nutcracker

Presented by Elise Flagg Academy of Dance at North Central College - Pfeiffer Hall

Set to the beloved score by Tchaikovsky — with its beautiful costumes, gorgeous sets and impressive dancing. This production is guaranteed to fill... More Info

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Dec 16

Camerata Chicago: Handel Messiah Wheaton

Presented by Camerata Chicago at First Presbyterian Church

Enjoy a fabulous performance of Handel’s Messiah (Christmas) - the family-friendly Christmas portion with sing-along Hallelujah Chorus.

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Dec 17

Camerata Chicago: Handel Messiah Naperville

Presented by Camerata Chicago at New Covenant Church

Enjoy a fabulous performance of Handel’s Messiah (Christmas) - the family-friendly Christmas portion with sing-along Hallelujah Chorus.

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Dec 22

BAM Theatre's 15th Annual Winter Cabaret: Wonderland

Presented by BAMtheatre at Hinsdale Golf Club

WHO CAN PERFORM? Anyone! Past students, current students, future students, friends, teachers, family, and members of the community! WHAT CAN I... More Info

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Nov 17 - Dec 22

Christmas Market in West Chicago

Presented by Sonny Acres Farm at Sonny Acres Farm

Embrace the festive spirit of the holidays at Sonny Acres Farm's Christmas Market in West Chicago, IL! Join us for a delightful day of joy and... More Info

Dec 01 - 23

Christmas at Cantigny

Presented by Cantigny Park at Cantigny Park

The newly renovated McCormick House is opening to the public for the first time since 2020. Robert R. McCormick’s iconic home is the festival’s... More Info

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