Dec 14, 2023 - Things to Do

Chicago weekend events: Renegade Craft Fair, jazz show and more

This weekend in Chicago, shop the Renegade Craft Fair, attend a concert or sip hot cocoa at an ugly holiday sweater party.

🖼️ 1. Renegade Craft Fair

Shop curated specialty gifts this weekend at the Renegade Craft Fair, hosted inside West Loop's Morgan Manufacturing building.

Why it matters: This is your chance to shop from artisans and small businesses from around the country for holiday gifts.

The intrigue: This traveling fair in its 20th year is one of the biggest in the country, featuring over 170 artists.

When: 11am–5pm Saturday and Sunday

Address: 401 N. Morgan

Music Institute of Chicago artist-in-residence Tammy McCann and guitarist John McLean headline this holiday performance at Nichols Concert Hall 7:30pm Saturday. Tickets.
Cost: In-person starting at $30; livestream tickets are $15.

Show off your ugliest holiday sweater at the WNDR Museum's after-hours party. The event features s'mores making stations, a hot cocoa bar and a station where you can get temporary tooth gems. The museum's interactive art exhibit will be open for guests to tour. Tickets start at $38.
When: 6:30pm–10:30pm Friday
Address: 1130 W. Monroe St.

The 10-time Grammy-nominated rapper will bring his Circus Maximus tour to the United Center. Doors open 8pm Friday. Tickets start at $89.

Starting this weekend, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra will perform its popular program of holiday songs including "Joy to the World" and "Winter Wonderland." Tickets from $45–$299.
Address: 220 S. Michigan Ave.
Dates: Friday–Dec. 23; showtimes vary.

The legendary stand-up comedian and TV host will take the stage at the Genesee Theatre in Waukegan 8pm Friday. Tickets start at $49.