# Events & Things To Do In Chicago on 18th December 2026 - **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Chicago on 18th December 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out. - **Category**: ## About Discover the best events and activities in Chicago on 18th December 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out. ## Events in Chicago - **Event Name**: Bluey's Big Play at Cadillac Palace - **Description**: ✨ Discover the extraordinary at Bluey's Big Play at Cadillac Palace, where magic meets reality in ways you've never imagined! 🏛️ Set in Cadillac Palace nestled in bustling Chicago, IL, t - **Date**: Fri Dec 18 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sun Dec 20 2026 at 11:00 am (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/blueys-big-play-at-cadillac-palace/2400029816837228 - **Venue**: Cadillac Palace - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy82YTA0MzcwMC0zYzk5LTExZjEtOGUzNC0wM2EzZDI0ZTI0NzYtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNjc1LWRjZWFlZmJmLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3NjY3NjUwMw.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures, Contests - **Event Name**: Merry, Merry Chicago! - **Description**: Head to Symphony Center for a magical evening celebrating the most wonderful time of the year. Members of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and conductor Thomas Wilkins are joined by Broadway star Mandy Gonzalez, whose soaring vocals have lit up Hamilton and - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Fri Dec 18 2026 at 07:30 pm – Fri Dec 18 2026 at 09:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/merry-merry-chicago/200029795014430 - **Venue**: 220 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, United States, Illinois 60604 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy8wMTE3YjZmOTc5OWZmMGYxNDhhMmNjYWVkNzNmZTUyZjgyYzk4MzExM2UxZWYwYTE1NjNhMGYzZDY3ODIxNjQ5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzVlMzIxNS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NjMyMjc0OQ.avif - **Categories**: entertainment, music, performances, holiday - **Event Name**: Renegade Chicago - **Description**: Shop 200+ curated artists at our lovely holiday fair in Bridgeport! Plus, come check out our night market on Friday from 5-8pm. Saturday & Sunday event hours are 11am–5pm. https://www.renegadecraft.com/event/chicago-winter/ - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 60 - **Date**: Fri Dec 18 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sun Dec 20 2026 at 05:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/renegade-chicago/200029643217751 - **Venue**: Bridgeport Art Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9kZGJmZTYxM2ZlZDhiMzA4OTE5NjgxNTVkODBhODk0MjgxM2Y1YjI2ZmVhM2U1MDNhZTRjYTQ3YmFlYTlhNjc1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDgwMC1kYzc2MmYxOS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NjM3Mjk4NQ.avif - **Categories**: night-markets, art, holiday - **Event Name**: Home Alone 2: Lost In New York - Film With Live Orchestra - **Description**: 🎉 Welcome to Home Alone 2: Lost In New York - Film With Live Orchestra, where the impossible becomes possible and dreams take flight! 🏛️ Join us at Auditorium Theatre - IL in the heart of Chicago, - **Date**: Fri Dec 18 2026 at 06:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/home-alone-2-lost-in-new-york-film-with-live-orchestra/2300029805672625 - **Venue**: Auditorium Theatre - IL - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy83NGNkZmU5MC0zOTc1LTExZjEtOWU0OC1kZjJjMzhlOWY3ZTktcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNjAwLWRjMDAwMDAyLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3NjMzMTIwNg.avif - **Categories**: Entertainment, Music, Art, Theatre - **Event Name**: Avondale Almanac and Wall Calendar AGA '27 ed - **Description**: Come celebrate our 4th annual AGA Avondale Almanac and Wall Calendar release! Yule is the perfect time to pick up your 2027 Alma and start dreaming of 2027 garden plans. Makes a great gift for gardeners! 6-8p at Revolution Brewing Link to pre-order in d - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 5 - **Date**: Fri Dec 18 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri Dec 18 2026 at 08:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/avondale-almanac-and-wall-calendar-aga-27-ed/200029553601816 - **Venue**: Revolution Brewing - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy80MjRhODY4Y2IxZTM1ZDllNDc3OTJlZDJjYjcwNWUxMThlY2Y3MTlkNGE4Y2ZiMmYxMmVhNTEyNmE4NmIyMGM1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE0NzMtZGNmMWVkZTctZ21pcj92PTE3NzM4MjMyNDM.avif - **Categories**: calendar ## Trending Events in Chicago - **Event Name**: Rock The Boat Chicago The Biggest All White Yacht Party Juneteenth Weekend - **Description**: The biggest All White daytime yacht party in Chicago. Juneteenth Weekend. Lake Michigan. Early Bird $50.About this Eventhttps://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/515b4090-f57c-11f0-92d6-d568e2653d8f-rimg-w5 - **Venue**: Anita Dee II Yacht - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb696f2f5114ff5.jpg - **Event Name**: African/Caribbean International Festival of Life (IFOL) - 33rd Annual. - **Description**: Celebrate America’s 250th Independence Anniversary @ 33rd AFRICAN/CARIBBEAN INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF LIFE (IFOL) July 4th weekend, Fri., Sat., Sun., 3, 4 & 5th, 2026 @Union Park, 1501 W. Rand - **Venue**: Union Park - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69c5af3add268.jpg - **Event Name**: Rock The Boat Chicago All White Yacht Party Memorial Day Weekend 2026 - **Description**: Chicago biggest Memorial Day weekend yacht party. All white vibes, skyline views, music, and energy all night on the Anita Dee.About this Event 🚢 ROCK THE BOAT CHICAGO - **Venue**: Anita Dee Yacht Charters - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69e52d4bbc199.jpg - **Event Name**: MUMBAI TO CHICAGO: BOLLYWOOD PARTY @FAME NIGHTCLUB - **Description**: USA's #1 desi party @Lore Nightclub on Apr 25th, Browny edition! Where Bollywood music meets Chicago’s nightlfe!About this Event MUMBAI TO CHICAGO ✨ : April 25thTamasha Ni - **Venue**: Fame Nightclub - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/112ac93ad9e3fe057f9a31bc2f94ddd80e3da0704c63c8dc335e5791a502264b-rimg-w1200-h1500-dc020213-gmir.jpg?v=1776175684 - **Event Name**: Chicago Area - Pop Up Picnic Park Date for Couples! (Self-Guided) - **Description**: Park Picnic date For Couples (Self-Guided) Enjoy fun digital activities in your digital date night box!About this Eventhttps://youtu.be/3RnPhdEZLIIPOP-UP PICNIC IN THE PARK DATE NIGHT INCLUDES: - **Venue**: Robert Taylor Park - Recommended Park Venue or another park choice (YOU MUST USE PDF TICKETS EMAILED FOR EVENT- NO MOBILE APP OR QR CODES ACCEPTED) - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/844c1e792ddc0735ba26b19e0ccb972c91f8ca3f20a95c2e3578f9c7d3120ad3-rimg-w612-h408-dcfdfefd-gmir.jpg?v=1763362368 - **Event Name**: Singles Migle Mixer Barcocina Lakeview - **Description**: Ready to meet new people and have fun with other singles aged 35-55 in a relaxed, friendly vibe?Get ready to meet exciting singles in Lakeview and potentially find your perfect match at this lively mixer!Hello! W - **Venue**: Barcocina Lakeview - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69d83e0bcfce2.jpg - **Event Name**: "Industry Monday" Makeover - **Description**: A Chicago-based after work social where "Industry Mondays" get a sober makeover!We offer options that differ in both flavor profile AND how you want it to make you feel. M - **Venue**: The Jungle - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69d54aabd6416.jpg - **Event Name**: Become a Certified Event Planner 2-Day In-Person Training | Chicago - **Description**: You plan events. Now it's time to be trained, certified, and operating at the highest level.Whether you are a professional looking to elevate your credentials or an employer investing in your team, this two- - **Venue**: Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69e631a3c6a93.jpg - **Event Name**: From Expert Contributor to Authentic Leader: Design Your Leadership Style - **Description**: Stop trying to fit the mold of a 'boss' and start building the leader you actually want to follow.We've all worked for the "accidental manager"; the high performer who was promoted for their technical skill and ability to execute, but left witho - **Venue**: 318 West Adams Street, Chicago, IL, USA - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb697fec1f52f54.jpg ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top events in Chicago? - **A:** Bluey's Big Play at Cadillac Palace (Fri Dec 18 2026 at 06:00 pm at Cadillac Palace), Merry, Merry Chicago! (Fri Dec 18 2026 at 07:30 pm at 220 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, United States, Illinois 60604), Renegade Chicago (Fri Dec 18 2026 at 05:00 pm at Bridgeport Art Center), Home Alone 2: Lost In New York - Film With Live Orchestra (Fri Dec 18 2026 at 06:00 pm at Auditorium Theatre - IL), Avondale Almanac and Wall Calendar AGA '27 ed (Fri Dec 18 2026 at 06:00 pm at Revolution Brewing). - **Q**: How can I find events in Chicago? - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Chicago on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Chicago? - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets. - **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Chicago? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Chicago include Cadillac Palace, 220 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, United States, Illinois 60604, Bridgeport Art Center. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Chicago? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Chicago include Vivid Events, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Renegade Craft. - **Q**: Are there any online events available? - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. 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