November marks the start of the holiday season on Chicago's North Shore, and oh what a festive holiday season we have in store for you! From light shows to art shows and holiday markets to Turkey Trots, there's something for everyone this month. Not to mention exciting performances and the return of college basketball at Northwestern! Read on for the scoop on November happenings. | |
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Antiques + Modernism Show
Fri., Nov. 3 - Sun., Nov. 5
Winnetka Community House
620 Lincoln Ave., Winnetka
The Antiques + Modernism Show is the ultimate destination for interior designers, treasure hunters and collectors alike! Ranging in styles from classic to modern, the Show features exquisite home furnishings and accessories, artwork, clothing, jewelry and more from the country’s finest dealers of antiques and modern pieces.
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Nothing But Net!
Northwestern Basketball Season Begins
Welsh-Ryan Arena
2705 Ashland Ave., Evanston
Basketball season is finally here! If you’re a Wildcats fan and love the action of college athletics, then get your tickets and head on over to Welsh-Ryan Arena to see the men’s and women’s teams battle it out. The state-of-the-art Welsh-Ryan Arena Ryan is the perfect venue to watch Big Ten basketball!
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Get into the holiday spirit at Downtown Evanston's Holiday events!
Save the dates for Downtown Evanston's Small Business Saturday, Holiday Light Celebration and Warm Bevvy Walk!
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Holiday Bazaar
Sat., Nov. 18 and Sun., Nov. 19
Woman's Club of Evanston
1702 Chicago Ave., Evanston
The Woman’s Club of Evanston’s Holiday Bazaar is a juried art and gift show celebrating more than 20 years! During the two-day event, 50+ curated vendors will be showcasing and selling a variety of items including clothing, accessories, home goods, art, bath and body care, food specialties and more! Admission is free.
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Lincolnwood Turkey Trot
Sun., Nov. 19
Proesel Park
7055 N. Kostner Ave., Lincolnwood
Lace up your running shoes, invite your friends and family, and register for the 47th Annual Lincolnwood Turkey Trot! The event features 5K and 10K races, as well as a 5K fitness walk, all of which take participants through scenic Lincolnwood. Younger athletes (6 and under) can participate in the Drumstick Dash.
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Downton Abbey: The Exhibition at Westfield Old Orchard
Tickets on sale. Sellouts expected advance purchase is recommended.
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The Grove Holiday Market
Thurs., Nov. 16 - Sun., Nov. 19
The Grove Historic Redfield Estate
1421 Milwaukee Ave., Glenview
Start your holiday shopping at The Grove where you’ll find an assortment of holiday gifts, decorations, personalized ornaments, gourmet foods and more! New this year, stop by the heated pavilion on Saturday and Sunday for a visit with Santa and a variety of holiday refreshments. Admission to the market is $4.
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Holiday Light Shows
Chicago’s North Shore shines bright this holiday season with spectacular light shows for the entire family! Highlights include the drive-thru holiday light spectacular, Willow Hills Lights, at the Willow Hill Golf Course, the Chicago Botanic Garden’s beloved Lightscape, and Kohl Children’s Museum’s Kohlights: A Mesmertastic Holiday Lightacular. Get your tickets today!
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21st Annual Winter Expo
Sat., Nov. 18 - Wed., Dec. 20
Evanston Art Center
1717 Central St., Evanston
Score the perfect unique gift for everyone on your list at the Winter Arts & Crafts Expo at the Evanston Art Center. At one of the Chicago area’s largest and most celebrated shows, you'll discover original handmade jewelry, stunning photography, colorful conversation-starting paintings and much more.
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Holiday Performances
The holidays will be here before we know it, and these special performances are the perfect way to kick off the joyous season: the Oil Lamp Theater’s The Gift of the Magi (opens Nov. 16), the Writers Theatre’s Manual Cinema’s Christmas Carol (opens Nov. 16), and The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine’s Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (Two Shows Nov. 18) at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts.
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