Seven Holiday Things to Do in Chicago
It’s that time of year when snow is falling, lights are twinkling and you’re desperately searching for holiday things to do in Chicago. We get it. We’ve fallen into the rut of doing zoo lights and the same bar crawl every year. This holiday season you can be more creative with the activities you plan […]
You Should Book a Tour for Your Holiday Party
It’s time to start planning ye ‘ole company holiday party! Did that job fall on you this year? No pressure, but everyone is counting on you to make this year truly special. At Chicago Detours we want to help you plan your event–why not book a private group tour for your holiday party? Here are […]
Best Holiday Cocktails in Historic Chicago Bars
We want to share some of the best holiday cocktails in Chicago’s historic bars with you! It’s been a blast exploring Chicago’s holiday traditions on our annual Virtual Holiday Stories Happy Hour. Our guests have especially enjoyed the holiday cocktails (and other drinks) available during the tour. That got us thinking. The spirit of giving […]
Christmas in Chicago History: Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer has been a staple of Christmas in Chicago since 1939. The story of a outcast young reindeer and his odd red nose is known and loved by millions. What’s less known is that Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer was created at the legendary Chicago retailer Montgomery Ward. You can discover this and […]
Not One but Two Christkindlmarkets! (Part 1)
With so much to say about Chicago’s not one but two Christkindl Markets, we are going to make this into two posts. The Christkindlmarket has officially opened in Daley Plaza, and as one of my favorite holiday activities in Chicago, I of course paid it a visit. We pass by it on our “Loop Interior […]