Author: Fox Valley Magazine

By Choose Chicago (See Part I: Holiday Lights here, Part II: Holiday Markets here, and Part III: Christmas-y Things To Do here.) There’s truly no time like the holidays in Chicago. Each winter, the city is full of bustling excitement and seasonal celebrations. You can admire twinkling light displays, go ice skating with skyline views, shop for gifts in a charming neighborhood boutique or pop-up market, catch a holiday show in a stunning downtown theatre, and so much more. See the Chicago Christmas Tree Don’t miss one of Chicago’s biggest and brightest holiday traditions — the City of Chicago’s official Christmas Tree,…

A family of elephants on a golf course tee box. Snow White surrounded by her seven dwarves. Santa driving a golf cart. See all these sights and more as you drivedown Dugan Road in Sugar Grove at night during the holiday season because they are all a part of the Annual Rich Harvest Farms Holiday Light Display! Take the mile long journey down Dugan Road from Highway 30 to St. Katharine Drexel Catholic Church to experience a bit of holiday magic. All the way until New Year’s Eve, Rich Harvest Farms will be decked out in over 40 light displays, all hand-selected and put up…

By Choose Chicago (See Part I: Holiday Lights here, and Part II: Holiday Markets here.) There’s truly no time like the holidays in Chicago. Each winter, the city is full of bustling excitement and seasonal celebrations. You can admire twinkling light displays, go ice skating with skyline views, shop for gifts in a charming neighborhood boutique or pop-up market, catch a holiday show in a stunning downtown theatre, and so much more. Lace Up Your Ice Skates On winter days, lace up your skates and hit one of the city’s scenic ice skating rinks. A classic holiday activity in Chicago, skating at the Millennium…

By Choose Chicago There’s truly no time like the holidays in Chicago. Each winter, the city is full of bustling excitement and seasonal celebrations. You can admire twinkling light displays, go ice skating with skyline views, shop for gifts in a charming neighborhood boutique or pop-up market, catch a holiday show in a stunning downtown theatre, and so much more. Come discover your own holiday magic in Chicago, including festive light displays, family-friendly activities, and beloved traditions this winter season in Chicago. See The Holiday Lights It’s not the holidays in Chicago without dazzling light displays around every corner. An annual favorite is ZooLights at…

The Arcada Theatre in St. Charles will off a classic rock holiday experience on Sunday, December 22, as “Christmas Wizards…A Night Of Trans-Siberian Orchestra And More” takes the stage. Christmas Wizards was created to be a holiday experience for all, featuring the music of Trans-Siberian Orchestra and telling the story of Christmas around the world. This is done with a musical ensemble second to none, an angelic choir, and a light show that is state of the art. Of course, it would not be complete without snow machines and other surprises that come along with this fantastic production. To go beyond…

The Kane County Cougars is hosting Chicago’s longest running drive-thru Christmas lights show through December 31st at Northwestern Medical Field in Geneva. The show offers over one mile of lights synchronized to music.  It claims to have the largest variety of displays in Chicagoland, including color changing light technology, larger than life light sculptures and traditional lights. 1000 feet of dancing light tunnels. Larger than life 3D light sculptures of dinosaurs, reindeer, polar bears & gift of light. Experience GIANT emojis and one-of-kind Christmas trees from the future. Watch guitar-playing Santas and much more in over a mile of lights…

The Elgin Symphony Orchestra and the Elgin Master Chorale will present their Holiday Spectacular at The Hemmens in Elgin on Saturday and Sunday, December 14-15. Celebrate the holidays with your favorite carols, new spins on modern favorites, all with the Elgin Symphony Orchestra and the Elgin Master Chorale. With any luck, there may have a special visitor from the North Pole as well. Chad Goodman, conductor Featuring Guest Artists: Elgin Master Chorale; Integrity School of Dance Tickets: Gold $65 / Red $42 / Green $20 Purchase Performances: Saturday, December 14, 2:30pm and 7:30pm; Sunday, December 15, 2:30pm The Hemmens is located…

A 14-year-old Aurora girl remains missing two weeks after last being seen. On Tuesday, December 3, the Aurora Police Department requested assistance from the public in locating Kennedy Thelmon, who had been reported missing. She was last seen in the downtown Aurora area on November 28 around 10:00am. Kennedy is described as being 5’06” tall and weighing approximately 140 pounds, with black long hair in a ponytail and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a zippered grey sweatshirt, brown leggings, and brown boots. Anyone with information is asked to contact Aurora Police Investigations at 630-256-5500 or email us at…

By Kanecountyconnects.com Kane County’s Longmeadow Parkway Bridge Corridor Project will receive a 2025 Engineering Excellence Award from the American Council of Engineering Companies – Illinois (ACEC-IL). This prestigious award recognizes engineering projects that demonstrate innovation, effective problem-solving, and a meaningful impact on improving communities. The Longmeadow Parkway Fox River Bridge Corridor, which officially opened to the public earlier this year, spans parts of the Villages of Algonquin, Carpentersville, and the unincorporated areas of Kane County. The $200 million project, led by the Kane County Division of Transportation, includes a new bridge over the Fox River in northern Kane County, addressing…

Fox Valley Mall has reserved a special time for our furry friends to join in your family photos with Santa. On Monday, December 16 from 4 – 7pm, each pet will receive a free holiday toy, bandana and treats. (While supplies last.) Pets must be leashed or in a carrier. Please use Entrance #1 near Macy’s and remain in the Macy’s court with your pet. Reservations are recommended but not required. Walk-ups welcome. Make reservations here. Fox Valley Mall is located at 195 Fox Valley Center Drive in Aurora