As the crisp November weather comes to an end and the cold December weather rolls around, many people are stuck at home. The cold weather won’t stop the activities going on this month so take a look at these things to do before the holiday season comes to an end.

1. Festivals/Markets
   • Millenium Park Ice Skating Nov. 15- Feb. 2.
   • Elf’d Up in Wrigleyville from Nov. 9- Dec. 30.
   • Zoo Lights at the Lincoln Park Zoo from Nov. 15- Jan. 5.
   • Chriskindle Market Nov. 22- Dec. 24.
   • Randolph Street Market Dec. 14-15.
   • Kwanzaa Market Dec. 26- Jan. 1
   • One of a Kind Holiday Show Dec. 5-8
2. Museums
   • Christmas Trees From Around the World at the Museum of Science and Industry Until Jan. 6.
   • The Field Museum offers free admissions on Wednesdays (tickets must be bought beforehand)
   • The Art Institue offers free admission on
     • Monday, Dec. 2, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
     • Thursday, Dec. 5, 11 a.m. – 8 p..m
     • Friday, Dec. 6, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
     • Monday, Dec. 9, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
     • Thursday, Dec. 12, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
     • Friday, Dec. 13, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m
3. Theatre/Shows 
   • A Christmas Carol at the Goodman Theatre Nov. 16 – Dec. 30.
   • The Nutcracker by Joffrey Ballet at the Lyric Opera House Dec. 6–28.
   • Hershel and The Hanukkah Goblins at Strawdog Theatre Company Dec. 14- Jan. 5.
   • It’s A Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago at American Blues Theater Nov. 29- Dec. 22.