Meet Chicago Northwest offers a list of holiday lights, events, and pop-ups
Meet Chicago Northwest offers a lineup of festive holiday happenings across Chicago’s Northwest suburbs.
This winter, residents and visitors can enjoy holiday light tours, along with a variety of holiday-themed pop-ups and events for all ages.
Notable holiday-themed experiences include dining at Scratchboard Kitchen’s pop-up concept Scratchboard Chalet, and photos with Santa Clause at Woodfield Mall and Home Alone inspired pop-up at Cortland’s Garage.
Festive holiday lights, a cherished tradition in the Northwest suburbs, will illuminate the season with dazzling displays and photo opportunities across numerous towns. Each town offers holiday-themed light displays, perfect for strolling past or driving through, creating a magical experience for all.
Holiday lights can be enjoyed at these locations throughout the region:
• Arlington Heights: Harmony Park and North School Park
• Elk Grove Village: Elk Grove Park District Pavillion
• Itasca: Unsher Park and Itasca Country Club
• Rolling Meadows: The Rolling Meadows 1950s Museum
• Roselle: Village of Roselle Police and Fire Department and Turner Park
• Schaumburg: Volkening Lake, Town Square and Al Larson Prairie Center of the Arts
• Streamwood: Police Department and Veterans Memorial campus
• Wood Dale: Wood Dale City Hall
More information can be found at www.chicagonorthwest.com/blog/.
“Each event has been carefully planned and executed to reflect the festive spirit of Chicago Northwest and the eight communities we represent. We are looking forward to bringing holiday cheer to both locals and visitors who want a glimpse of our region,” said Heather Larson, president and CEO of Meet Chicago Northwest. “Our holiday lights and events are the perfect way for family and friends to get in the holiday spirit and check out the diverse roster of businesses across the area.”
In addition to holiday lights, numerous businesses and restaurants will be hosting holiday-themed pop-ups and events. Events include:
• Woodfield Mall (Through Dec. 24): Book photos with Santa Claus for the ultimate family Christmas tradition at Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg. Make your reservations and find photo hours at www.chicagonorthwest.com/event/santa-photo-experience/25535/.
• Cortland’s Garage: Through the month of December, join Cortland’s Garage in Arlington Heights for a pop-up bar inspired by the cult-classic Christmas movie Home Alone. Dine in for specialty holiday cocktails, food and decorations inspired by the film. More information can be found at www.chicagonorthwest.com/event/home-alone-pop-up-bar-at-cortlands-garage/25629/.
• Scratchboard Kitchen (Through Jan. 1): Midwestern sourced and scratch made restaurant in Arlington Heights, Scratchboard Kitchen, is transforming into Scratchboard Chalet, a ski-chalet inspired pop-up throughout the holiday season. Diners will have access to exclusive family-friendly holiday events and menu during the duration of the pop-up. More information on the restaurant can be found at www.chicagonorthwest.com/event/.
• Westin’s Elf (Through Dec. 29): A Buddy The Elf Pop-Up Christmas Experience at The Westin in Itasca will welcome guests to dine in an Elf-inspired wonderland, including Walter Hobbs’ apartment, Gimbles and an interactive Claus-O-Meter that family and friends can enjoy alike. Dinner and lunch will be offered through Seared Fine Dining. Reservations are strongly encouraged. More information can be found at www.chicagonorthwest.com/event/buddy-the-elf-pop-up-experience/22885/.
• Eiffel Flower: Get into the holiday spirit at Eiffel Flower in Arlington Heights, a charming home decorating and gift shop that serves as your one-stop destination for seasonal gifts and festive decor.
For more details on the latest holiday things to do in Chicago Northwest, visit www.chicagonorthwest.com/events/holiday/.
About Meet Chicago Northwest
Meet Chicago Northwest is a nonprofit, destination marketing organization whose mission is to promote its eight member communities (Arlington Heights, Elk Grove Village, Itasca, Rolling Meadows, Roselle, Schaumburg, Streamwood, Wood Dale) for meetings, conventions, sporting events, group tours and leisure visitors. It concentrates on direct sales and marketing programs designed to promote the area and increase overnight hotel stays, enhancing the local economy through visitor spending. It is one of 37 Illinois-certified convention bureaus and the first in the state to have achieved the prestigious DMAP Accreditation through Destinations International. For more information, visit chicagonorthwest.com.