Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel

North America’s first and biggest baking and sweets event, America’s Baking and Sweets Show, takes you on a gourmet grand tour of the most delectable and hottest trends in the world of baking and beyond.

Friday-Saturday, November 13-14 | 10am-6pm
Sunday, November 15 | 10am-5pm
Tickets start at $6

Japanese American Service Committee

Begin celebrating your holiday season by joining us at our annual Holiday Delight and Kodomo Matsuri (Children’s Festival)! Get the jump on holiday shopping by visiting our select vendors who specialize in Japanese, Japanese American and Asian handcrafted goods – from jewelry and accessories to specialty paper items, garments, ceramics, books and more. Satisfy your hunger by enjoying sushi, teriyaki kabobs and burgers, and homemade baked goods.

Saturday, November 14
10am-4pm
Free admission

Block Thirty Seven

Immerse yourself in the unique shopping experience at Block Thirty Seven. You will find local artists selling jewelry, clothing, food, elegant party invites and much more. You can feel good knowing that your support of Junior League of Chicago fundraiser will make a direct impact on the Chicago-land communities.

Friday, November 13
7pm-11pm
Tickets start at $75

Austin Town Hall Park

It’s hard to overestimate one of jazz’s most distinguished composers and pianists’ influence in the historic arc of the development of jazz. Miguel de la Cerna leads an homage that features vocalist Milton Suggs alongside Ari Brown on saxophones; Corey Wilkes on trumpet, Junius Paul on bass and Makaya McCraven on drums.

Friday, November 13
7pm-9pm
Free admission

Mozart Park

People of all ages are invited to come communally knock on winter’s door during this seasonal outdoor “singing, and ringing” event. This year, Opera-Matic celebrates the way we keep each other warm as community- by saying hello, by keeping informed, and especially, by decorating our yards.

Saturday, November 14
6pm-8pm
Free admission