Are you from Chicago area and are looking for a fun way to celebrate the holidays? The city of Chicago has some wonderful Christmas light displays, ranging from your standard colors to towering twinkling lights to a bright walking path that presents an entire winter scene. If it’s time for you to get into the holiday spirit, this list is places we would suggest checking out!
Amaze Light Festival
This festival is at a larger venue than last year, meaning they will have more seasonal attractions, access to the holiday light show, tubing hill, Artic Express train, and more! Check out their website for the list of attractions.
When? November 23, 25-27, & 30, December 1-4, 7-11, 14-24, & 26-31, January 1-8th, 4pm-10pm
Where? Odyssey Fun World, 19111 Oak Park Ave, Tinley Park, IL 60477
Admission? $15 per car if purchased in advance, $20 a car if paid for on site.
Adult Admission: $36
Ticket prices vary on age and amount of tickets. Family Bundles are available
https://amazelightfestival.com/chicago/
Zoo Lights at Lincoln Park Zoo
The Zoo Lights at the Lincoln Park Zoo is one of the biggest displays of holiday lights in the Chicago area.
When?
Where? Lincoln Park Zoo
Admission? $5 admission fee, free on Mondays
https://www.lpzoo.org/event/zoolights/
Lightscape at Chicago Botanic Garden
This display of holiday lights includes a walkable illuminated path, a series of installations after-dark, a 110 foot tunnel filled with thousands of lights and “singing” trees, and brand new exhibits.
When? November 11th, 2022- January 8th, 2023
Where?
Admission?
Adult: $30 member/ $32 nonmember
Child: $14 member/ $16 nonmember
Children 2 and under: Free
Other ticket options are available on their site.
https://www.chicagobotanic.org/lightscape
Illumination: The Tree Lights at The Morton Arboretum
Explore over 50 acres of spectacular views of holiday lights, majestic trees, and a new late-night experience Electric Illumination.
When? Saturday, November 19, 2022, through Saturday, January 7, 2023
Where? The Morton Arboretum, 4100 IL-53, Lisle, IL 60532
Admission? Illuminationticket costs will run between $11-$22 for members and $16-$27 for guests, depending on the date and other available discounts.
https://mortonarb.org/explore/activities/exhibitions/illumination/
Naperlights
Enjoy a fun filled walk around Naperville’s riverwalk with beautiful displays of holiday themed lights with songs and sounds to match the lights.
When? Thanksgiving to New Year’s
Where? Water Street, Foyo Plaza, Jaycees Park, and the Downtown Riverwalk in Naperville
Admission? FREE
