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CHICAGO - ‘Tis the season for twinkling lights, holiday cheer and pretending the snow in the forecast doesn’t bother you. Luckily, this weekend’s lineup of events may be worth bundling up for.
Here’s a guide to things to do in Chicago this weekend Dec. 12-14.
What concerts are in the Chicago area this weekend?
Dec. 12: Twisted with Sublime and Soul Coughing at Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom
Dec. 12: The Armed at Thalia Hall
Dec. 12: Acid Bath at The Salt Shed Indoors
Dec. 12: Andrew Bird at Fourth Presbyterian Church
Dec. 12: That Mexican OT at Riviera Theatre
Dec. 12: Aimee Mann and Ted Leo at Irish American Heritage Center
Dec. 12: Christian Nodal at Allstate Arena
Dec. 13: Parlor Greens at Garcia’s
Dec. 13: Billie Marten at Thalia Hall
Dec. 14: Elena Rose at House of Blues Chicago
Dec. 14: Jagged Edge at Arie Crown Theater
Multiple dates: Zeds Dead at Wintrust Arena
What sporting events are in Chicago this weekend?
Dec. 13: Northwestern men’s basketball vs. Jackson State
Dec. 13: Chicago Blackhawks vs. Detroit Red Wings
Dec. 14: Chicago Bears vs. Cleveland Browns
Dec. 14: Chicago Wolves vs. Grand Rapids Griffins
Dec. 14: Loyola men’s basketball vs. Chicago State
Dec. 14: Chicago Bulls vs. New Orleans Pelicans
What theatre and comedy shows are in the Chicago area this weekend?
‘Twas the Night Before by Cirque du Soleil
Tommy Davidson at Chicago Improv
NUTCRACKER! at Rosemont Theatre
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Things to do in Chicago this weekend Dec. 12-14
SAUCED Night Market
The SAUCED Night Market returns to the Chicago Athletic Association, 12 S. Michigan Ave., on Friday and Saturday, Dec. 12-13, from 5 to 10 p.m. The free event features more than 40 local vendors with food, cocktails and holiday goods.
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Christmas Around the World
Christmas Around the World continues at the Museum of Science and Industry, offering extended hours as the exhibit runs through Jan. The forest of 50 decorated trees and global light-themed displays anchors a lineup of holiday programs, including snow simulations every 30 minutes.
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Christmas Around the World opens at MSI
The holiday season is officially kicking off at the Museum of Science and Industry. The annual Christmas Around the World and Holiday of Lights opens Thursday and Jake Hamilton is there.
WNDR Holiday Nights
Guests can explore the WNDR Museum after-hours, enjoy love jazz, craft a custom holiday fragrance and cap the night with a gourmet cinnamon roll. Event tickets start at $45.99.
Chicago Artisan Market
The Chicago Artisan Market hosts its final market of the year on Sunday, Dec. 14 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Morgan MFG, 401 N. Morgan St. More than 115 makers in food, fashion, home goods and art will showcase their work in the indoor space alongside snacks, drinks and family-friendly activities.
29th Annual TBOX Holiday Bar Crawl
Wrigleyville turns into a holiday crawl during TBOX, the city’s 12 Bars of Xmas event, which runs Saturday, Dec. 13 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m across more than 20 bars. Thousands of participants in holiday costumes pack Clark Street for drink specials, giveaways and the event’s signature morning cereal-and-beer kick off.
The Source: The events in this article were gathered by FOX 32 Chicago's Justine Baker.