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Festivals and Annual Events

All through the first week of January, interactive events take place in the Elizabeth Mores Genus Children’s Garden. Beautiful plants can be viewed in the largest glass greenhouse in the US, along with holiday lights that celebrate the continuation of winter. Garfield Park Conservatory, 300 N. Central Park Avenue. Call (312) 746-5100 for more information.

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Festivals and events in Chicago

Showing 25–30 of 30 festivals

Plan around 30 festival seasons, public events, Ramadan/Eid periods, book fairs, art cycles, and winter food activity.

Pow Wow

This is the largest gathering of Native Americans in Midwest where you can get to see and experience Native American culture like singing, dancing, arts and crafts and food.

Tree Lighting Ceremony

Be part of the holiday festivities as you join thousands of Chicagoans usher in the beginning of the holiday season at the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony.

Christmas around the World

Here visitors will be delighted with the Christmas tree exhibits that show the different ways people from across the world decorate their trees.

Winter Flower and Train Show

Head to Lincoln Park for this spectacular show. See the different train models on display, which include an old-fashioned steam engine, freight train and trolley.

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Art Chicago

A visual extravaganza, this annual Art Fair is a showcase of contemporary and modern art. Visitors to this event get to witness 200 international galleries. This event is usually held in the middle of May. Located at Festival Hall, Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Avenue. Call (312) 587-3300 for more information.

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