Experience the festive wonders of New City with our comprehensive holiday guide. For New City residents and guests, our guide ensures you enjoy all the festive activities.
Popular Events: Immerse yourself in the magic of the holiday season with The Nutcracker, a captivating ballet performance that enchants audiences of all ages. The Schaumburg Christmas Market offers a charming atmosphere filled with unique gifts and delicious seasonal treats. And definitely don't forget Northfield Winterfest, where you'll find joyous activities and community spirit that bring everyone together. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around New City
- Schaumburg Christmas Market (Schaumburg)
- Northfield Winterfest (Northfield)
- The Nutcracker (Schaumburg) (Schaumburg)
- The Nutcracker (Elgin) (Elgin)
- The Nutcracker (Springfield Ballet Company) (Springfield)
- A Calvary Christmas (Springfield)
- Local Small Business Holiday Market (Springfield)
- Holiday tree lighting ceremony (Springfield)
- Holiday Tours (Springfield)
- Christmas Market (Springfield)
See these and even more events listed below!
New City Holiday Markets and Shopping
Schaumburg Christmas Market
What to Expect:
Direct-to-consumer jewelry shopping experience with a wide selection of gemstones and fine jewelry.
Description:
The Schaumburg, IL Holiday Show is a premier jewelry event featuring a diverse selection of vendors offering diamonds, beads, pearls, opals, fine jewelry, and more. Shop directly from designers, wholesalers, and manufacturers in a unique marketplace setting.
Where: Schaumburg | More Info: Schaumburg Christmas Market
Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair
What to Expect:
Unique blend of local art and mission support.
Description:
The Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair at Hope Presbyterian Church features a diverse array of local artists showcasing their handmade crafts, including jewelry, quilts, pottery, and more. This event celebrates the creative talents of the community while supporting Presbyterian missionaries working abroad.
Where: Springfield | More Info: Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair
Christmas Market
What to Expect:
Indoor market featuring 100 vintage, handmade, and boutique vendors.
Description:
The Hobnob Holiday Market offers a diverse array of 100 vintage, handmade, and boutique vendors, providing a unique shopping experience with a variety of gifts and seasonal items.
Where: Springfield | More Info: Christmas Market
Local Small Business Holiday Market
What to Expect:
Unique shopping experience supporting local independent businesses.
Description:
The Illinois Local Small Business Saturday Holiday Market is an annual event featuring local independent businesses selling a variety of gifts and seasonal items. It provides a platform for community members to support local entrepreneurs and discover unique products.
Where: Springfield | More Info: Local Small Business Holiday Market
New City Holiday Shows and Entertainment
The Nutcracker (Schaumburg)
What to Expect:
World-class ballet performance with elaborate sets and costumes.
Description:
The Schaumburg Dance Ensemble presents its 29th annual production of The Nutcracker, featuring classical ballet works that have become a seasonal favorite for generations of families.
Where: Schaumburg | More Info: The Nutcracker (Schaumburg)
The Nutcracker (Elgin)
What to Expect:
World-class ballet performance with elaborate sets and costumes.
Description:
The Nutcracker, presented by M3 Dance Company, features a 7th annual production with both students and professional artists. This downtown-quality show boasts almost 80 participants and promises to entertain and dazzle audiences. Held at the Hemmens Cultural Center Main Stage Theatre in Elgin, IL, this event showcases a blend of student and professional talent.
Where: Elgin | More Info: The Nutcracker (Elgin)
Candlelight Tour
What to Expect:
Live music in a candlelit setting.
Description:
Candlelight Concerts offer a unique experience where live music is performed in a candlelit setting, featuring a wide variety of themes and genres including classical, jazz, pop, and movie soundtracks.
Where: Springfield | More Info: Candlelight Tour
Holiday-Themed Concert
What to Expect:
A festive holiday concert with a mix of classical and popular music.
Description:
The Holiday Pops concert by the Springfield Symphony Orchestra features a delightful blend of classical and popular music, including performances by vocalist Shayna Steele and the Springfield Symphony Chorus, under the direction of William Waldrop. The evening promises to be a joyful celebration of the holiday season with a variety of musical pieces that will leave audiences in high spirits.
Where: Springfield | More Info: Holiday-Themed Concert
The Nutcracker (Springfield Ballet Company)
What to Expect:
World-class ballet performance with elaborate sets and costumes.
Description:
The Nutcracker by Springfield Ballet is a classic holiday production featuring Clara and her Nutcracker Prince as they navigate an extravagant Christmas party, a fierce battle with the evil Mouse King, and a magical journey through the Enchanted Forest and Land of Sweets.
Where: Springfield | More Info: The Nutcracker (Springfield Ballet Company)
Holiday tree lighting ceremony
What to Expect:
Live performances by local artists and cultural institutions.
Description:
The Mayor's Tree Lighting Holiday Show in Park Central Square features a 49-foot holiday tree, live performances by local artists, free ice skating, horse-drawn carriage rides, and Santa's arrival. The event includes holiday storytime, free treats, and a lighted holiday train ride.
Where: Springfield | More Info: Holiday tree lighting ceremony
New Year's Eve Masquerade Party
What to Expect:
Elegant masquerade theme with live music and dancing.
Description:
A New Year's Eve Masquerade Party offers an evening of mystery and elegance with masks, music, and dancing.
Where: Springfield | More Info: New Year's Eve Masquerade Party
New City Other Holiday Activities
Northfield Winterfest
What to Expect:
Horse-drawn wagons and real-life reindeer.
Description:
Northfield Winterfest is a holiday celebration featuring horse-drawn wagons, caroling, Santa and Grinch pictures, twinkling luminaries, and beautifully decorated storefronts. Enjoy holiday shopping with fantastic deals, savor amazing food, and participate in exciting activities like Flash Mob, Gingerbread House Decorating Contests, and real-life reindeer sightings. The event culminates with fireworks at 8:45 PM.
Where: Northfield | More Info: Northfield Winterfest
A Calvary Christmas
What to Expect:
Special Christmas activities for kids.
Description:
Celebrate the true meaning of Christmas with special activities for kids in 5th grade or below, including worship services and festive events.
Where: Springfield | More Info: A Calvary Christmas
Christmas at Sugar Creek
What to Expect:
Heartfelt community celebration with worship and service.
Description:
Sugar Creek United Methodist Church invites you to a heartfelt celebration of Christmas, where community and faith come together in worship and service.
Where: Chatham | More Info: Christmas at Sugar Creek
Holiday Tours
What to Expect:
Self-guided tour of beautifully decorated homes and locations.
Description:
The Holiday Tour of Homes by the Boys & Girls Club of West Springfield features a self-guided tour of beautifully decorated homes and locations in town, showcasing local craftsmanship and community spirit.
Where: Springfield | More Info: Holiday Tours
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
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- Grand Boulevard (2 miles)
- West Englewood (2 miles)
- Bridgeport (2 miles)
- Gage Park (2 miles)
- Brighton Park (2 miles)
- Douglas (3 miles)
- Chicago (3 miles)
- Chicago Lawn (3 miles)
- Lower West Side (3 miles)
- Hyde Park (3 miles)
- Woodlawn (4 miles)
- Near South Side (4 miles)
- South Lawndale (4 miles)
- Greater Grand Crossing (4 miles)
- West Lawn (4 miles)
- Auburn Gresham (5 miles)
- North Lawndale (5 miles)
- Ashburn (5 miles)
- Chatham (5 miles)
- South Shore (5 miles)
- Chicago Loop (5 miles)
- East Garfield Park (6 miles)
- Cicero (6 miles)
- West Town (6 miles)
- Near North Side (6 miles)
- South Chicago (7 miles)
- Berwyn (8 miles)
- Lincoln Park (8 miles)
- Morgan Park (8 miles)
- Burbank (8 miles)
- Logan Square (8 miles)
- Oak Lawn (8 miles)
- Oak Park (8 miles)
- Avondale (10 miles)
- North Center (10 miles)
- Belmont Cragin (10 miles)
- Blue Island (10 miles)
- Maywood (11 miles)
- Irving Park (11 miles)
- Uptown (11 miles)
- Albany Park (12 miles)
- Lincoln Square (12 miles)
- Portage Park (12 miles)
- Dolton (12 miles)
- Melrose Park (12 miles)
- Edgewater (12 miles)
- West Ridge (13 miles)
- Harvey (14 miles)
- Rogers Park (14 miles)
- South Holland (15 miles)
- Calumet City (15 miles)
- Oak Forest (15 miles)
- East Chicago (16 miles)
- Orland Park (16 miles)
- Elmhurst (16 miles)
- Skokie (16 miles)
- Niles (16 miles)
- Westmont (16 miles)
- Darien (17 miles)
- Park Ridge (17 miles)
- Morton Grove (17 miles)
- Tinley Park (17 miles)
- Lansing (18 miles)
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- Downers Grove (18 miles)
- Munster (18 miles)
- Wilmette (19 miles)
- Lombard (19 miles)
- Addison (19 miles)
- Glenview (19 miles)
- Des Plaines (19 miles)
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- Chicago Heights (21 miles)
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- Lisle (22 miles)
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- Gary (22 miles)
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- Mount Prospect (23 miles)
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- Carol Stream (26 miles)
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- Crest Hill (29 miles)
- Joliet (29 miles)
- Portage (30 miles)
- Bartlett (30 miles)
- Streamwood (31 miles)
- Plainfield (31 miles)
- Crown Point (31 miles)
- Vernon Hills (33 miles)
- Geneva (34 miles)
- Batavia (34 miles)
- Aurora (34 miles)
- St. Charles (34 miles)
- South Elgin (35 miles)
- Elgin (36 miles)
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- Libertyville (36 miles)
- Oswego (37 miles)
- North Chicago (37 miles)
- Carpentersville (38 miles)
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- Grayslake (42 miles)
- Lake in the Hills (43 miles)
- Round Lake Beach (45 miles)