Chicago Holiday Guide

Some years, the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah occurs closer to Thanksgiving time, with the eight-day holiday taking place in November or even early December. But in 2024, the festival of lights begins a little bit later — falling right on Christmas.

NBC 5, Telemundo Chicago and the Salvation Army are partnering once again for the 2024 Angel Tree gift donation program.

After the success of his 2023 Christmas single, “Please Come Home for Christmas,” NBC 5 Chicago morning co-anchor Evrod Cassimy has announced the upcoming release of his new holiday album, “Standing On Christmas.”

Consumers are increasingly concerned that their online orders may not arrive in time for the holiday — and rightfully so.

The holiday season is officially underway, with the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train’s voyage across the United States among the joyous festivities taking place.

The holiday shopping season is about to be in full swing upon the arrival of Black Friday, with big sales ahead of Christmas marking the busiest shopping time of the year.

Though many have gathered all the ingredients needed for their Thanksgiving celebration, others may need to grab a last-minute item from the grocery store on the holiday itself.

Holiday shopping will soon kick into high gear as Black Friday arrives, marking the official shift to the post-Thanksgiving retail rush.

While many are prepping their Thanksgiving feasts well ahead of Thursday’s celebrations, there’s still a chance you might need a last-minute item from the grocery store.

As many prepare to gather around the table for annual Thanksgiving feasts and celebrations, some might wonder when the tradition started and when it became a national holiday.

A slew of holiday events are coming to a popular Chicago-area mall, starting with a Christmas tree lighting and an appearance by Santa Claus himself this weekend.

The biggest shopping day of 2024 is nearly here, with Chicago-area malls expecting large crowds and increased traffic around the unofficial holiday.

All aboard! The iconic Canadian Pacific Holiday Train will make its first stop in Illinois Tuesday as part of its tour across the U.S.