Tree Lighting & Cultural Festival
Schedule
Sat Nov 08 2025 at 10:00 am to 03:30 pm
UTC-06:00Location
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry | Chicago, IL
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It’s a sparkling start to your holiday season in Chicago!Join Griffin MSI’s Tree Lighting & Cultural Festival to kick off the beloved Christmas Around the World and Holiday of Lights exhibit. Take in the spectacle of more than 50 twinkling holiday trees, each decorated to represent a different country, and displays representing international seasonal celebrations of light, like Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Diwali and more.
We'll flip the switch on our four-story Grand Tree at 11 a.m. with Santa Larry, the first Black Santa to spread holiday cheer at the Mall of America. Join us for this day-long festival to enjoy:
🎄 A countdown to the lighting of the Grand Tree
🎄 Live performances from local cultural organizations
🎄 Seasonal samplings from Stan’s Donuts
🎄 Unique gifts available in the Holiday Shop
This event is included in General Admission on November 8.
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Where is it happening?
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry, 5700 S. DuSable Lake Shore Drive,Chicago, Illinois, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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