January might not be the most active month of the event calendar, but there are some fun event geared toward locals.
Things to Do in Chicago in January:
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Silver Skates
When: TBD
Neighborhood: Hyde Park
Address: Midway Plaisance Ice Rink
A speed skating competition for children (6 and up) and adults that takes place at the Midway Plaisance ice rink each January.
Lightscape
When: November 11, 2022 – January 8, 2023
Neighborhood: Glencoe
Address: Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe
An event where an illuminated walking trail and light installations take over the grounds of the Chicago Botanic Garden. Tickets sell out every year – they go on sale June 8th.
Garfield Park Conservatory Winter Flower Show
When: TBD
Neighborhood: Garfield Park
Address: Garfield Park Conservatory
The Winter Flower Show starts in late November and is open until early January.
Eataly Cheese and Wine Fest
When: TBD
Neigborhood: Streeterville
Address: Eataly
Eataly’s events are not to be missed. This wintertime event focuses on letting guests taste 15 different wine and cheese pairings.
Chicago International Puppet Theater Festival
When: TBD
Address: Theaters across Chicago
An 11 day event that takes place over the course of 11 days each January that includes performances, workshops, artist instensives, free neighborhood events and symposia.
The Cub’s Convention
When: TBD
Neighborhood: Streeterville
Address: Sheraton Grand Chicago
After two years of cancellations, the Cubs plan to bring back their annual convention in 2023.
SoxFest
When: TBD
Neighborhood: South Loop
Address: McCormick Place
The White Sox’s annual fan event brings fans, players, coaches, and staff together to celebrate the team.
Fillet of Solo Festival
When: TBD (mid-January through mid-February)
Neighborhood: TBD
Address: TBD
A storytelling festival hosted by the Lifeline Theater that features storytelling collectives and solo performers.