Magnificent Mile Holiday Shopping Week
Nine Days of Festive Finds, Exclusive Offers, and Holiday Magic
Celebrate the season with the first annual Magnificent Mile Holiday Shopping Week, happening December 6–14. For nine unforgettable days, the district comes alive with exclusive promotions, limited-time offers, in-store celebrations, and seasonal surprises around every corner.
Visitors can stroll The Magnificent Mile and discover can’t-miss moments, special holiday experiences, and unique gifts that make this the most magical time of the year.
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Exclusive Holiday Deals Across the Mile
Dine, shop, play—holiday magic is underway at American Girl
Make merry memories at American Girl® Chicago! Celebrate the season with festive events like Holiday Teatime, Santa Brunch, and a New Year’s Eve Brunch. Visit the salon for matching styles and makeovers, then design a personalized doll in the Styled by You experience. Enjoy photo ops, personal shopping, and more holiday fun. Reserve your spot online, or feel free to walk in!
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10% in the Newberry Bookshop
The historic Newberry Library features an independent bookstore embodying the collection, ethos, and award-winning service of the home institution. The offerings are curated to reflect the Newberry's unique collection spanning millennia. You'll find a range of subjects, including history, literature, children's books, cartography, Indigenous Studies, and more. Enjoy 10 percent off this December - just mention Magnificent Mile offer when making your purchase!
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HARRY CARAY’S TAVERN NAVY PIER
Experience the Lakefront Lodge Holiday Popup Escape to a festive, alpine-inspired oasis without leaving the city at Harry Caray’s Tavern Navy Pier. From November-February, the atrium & patio transform into the Lakefront Lodge—a cozy winter retreat overlooking downtown Chicago and icy Lake Michigan. The leather seating, glowing fireplace, and rustic holiday décor provide the perfect setting for seasonal celebrations, corporate events, and intimate gatherings. Just outside the lodge, guests can book the Private Curling Rink + Heated Igloo or plan a game night in Harry’s Winter Warming Hut, featuring jumbo games and private firepits. With several booking options and festive add-ons, it’s the ultimate winter experience.
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Holiday Scavenger Hunt at Harry Potter Shop Chicago
Harry Potter Shop Chicago invites you to step into the magic of the Holiday Season by wandering our enchanting Tree Trail Scavenger Hunt. Begin your adventure by picking up a complimentary map, then search for hidden letters on each decorated tree throughout the store. Piecing the letters together reveals a secret word to claim your magical prize! Enjoy seasonal sweet treats from our Butterbeer Bar while you do your holiday shopping.
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Starbucks Reserve Holiday Gift Set Pre-Order
"Let the Starbucks Reserve Roastery help you secure your holiday gift sets this season. Shop from our two gift sets and pick-up in-store between December 4th through December 14th. When picking up your order, your confirmation becomes a fast pass to skip the line outside for you and your guests. Fast pass is valid from December 4th to December 14th . Our gift sets feature our exclusive Reserve holiday merchandise. From our plush herringbone bear to our espresso martini baseball cap, there is a Reserve gift set for anyone on your list. "
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Chicago Crime Tours and Experiences
NOW – JANUARY 4, 2026 15% Off Chicago Crime Tours and Experiences Travel through the history of gangsters and mobsters on an epic true-crime bus tour. Ride through six Chicago neighborhoods, and experience both the Chicago Crime Tour and the Night Crimes Tour under the glow of the city lights. Expert tour guides lead the way with stops on and off the heated bus, creating a fun, informative, and unforgettable experience for the whole family. Use code MM25LIGHTS for 15% off at checkout.
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Get 20% Off Admission to the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago
Get inspired at the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago. Enjoy 20% off admission with code MCA20 and experience the groundbreaking exhibition Yoko Ono: Music of the Mind, on view now at the MCA.
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Celebrate The Holiday Season with Museum of Ice Cream
Celebrate the season in sweet style at the Museum of Ice Cream and use code LIGHTS on the website for a 10% discount on your tickets!
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Broadway In Chicago: Christmas With C.S. Lewis Exclusive Discount
Experience the wonder of Christmas With C.S. Lewis this season with a special limited-time promotion. Enjoy a Buy One, Get One Free offer valid for all performances and seating sections throughout December. Use code CHRISTMAS at checkout to unlock your holiday savings and make this timeless story part of your festive celebrations.
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Broadway In Chicago: Rocky Mountain High Experience® – Holiday Ticket Offer
Celebrate the season with Rocky Mountain High Experience®: A John Denver Christmas and enjoy a special holiday promotion. For a limited time, take advantage of a Buy One, Get One Free offer, valid for all performances and seating sections from December 1–14. Use code COUNTRY at checkout to redeem your offer and make this heartfelt musical celebration part of your holiday season.
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CITY CRUISES CHICAGO
DECEMBER 1–30 Cruise into the Season Gather with loved ones for a dazzling holiday celebration featuring dining, skyline views, and unmatched entertainment aboard a festive cruise. Savor a delicious meal and craft cocktails while taking in Chicago’s iconic architecture from climate-controlled vessels. Use code MAGMILE at checkout to enjoy 15% off and create lifelong memories on the water!
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FLYOVER- See More, Save More
Discover Chicago like never before with Believe Chicago at Flyover. Soar above its iconic skyline and dive into the city’s vibrant energy from a breathtaking new perspective. Then, journey to the heart of the mountains with Call of the Canadian Rockies, where you’ll glide over stunning alpine landscapes. Enjoy two unforgettable adventures combining urban excitement and wild natural wonder in one experience. For a limited time, book both Believe Chicago and Call of the Canadian Rockies and save 50% on your second experience.
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Celebrate the Holidays at 360 CHICAGO
Celebrate the season 94 floors above Chicago! Sip on holiday-themed cocktails and take in dazzling festive décor all December long. Be sure to keep an eye out for visits from the Grinch on Saturday, December 20 from 4:00–7:00 PM, Sunday, December 21 from 1:00–6:00 PM, Tuesday, December 23 from 4:00–7:00 PM, and Wednesday, December 24 from 1:00–6:00 PM.
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Santa's Secret comes to Pioneer Court
Get on Santa’s Naughty List - Slip through seven of Santa’s secret immersive holiday installations to find his hidden speakeasy—then toast the season with festive cocktails, delicious dining, Santa’s live band, and a jaw-dropping variety show including ballet, burlesque, aerial acts and more as Santa’s secrets are revealed...Shhh… don’t tell Mrs. Claus.
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Passport to Santa at Pioneer Court
Step into the North Pole with Passport to Santa, an interactive holiday adventure where every child becomes a traveler on a festive quest. Along the way, they’ll toss snowballs with Frosty, train with Rudolph, decorate cookies in Mrs. Claus’ Kitchen, strike toy soldier poses in Nutcracker Kingdom, write wishes with the Christmas Angel, and build sweet creations in Gingerbread Grounds. Each completed activity earns a stamp in their passport, which can be redeemed at Santa’s Workshop for prizes and a personal visit with Santa himself. Join the waitlist today for Passport to Santa in Chicago!
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