The holidays are officially here in Chicago, with another seasonal activity in the city kicking off Friday as Winterland at Gallagher Way returns for 2024.
Located just outside of Wrigley Field in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood, Winterland will officially open its doors Friday at 4 p.m. and continue Thursday through Sunday through Saturday, December 21.
The 2024 edition of Winterland features carnival rides and games, live music, holiday movie nights, a holiday train and much more.
While previous editions of Winterland also featured ice skating at Wrigley Field, this year that will not be the case, as the Chicago Blackhawks will host the St. Louis Blues for the NHL Winter Classic.
This year of Winterland will kick off with a tree lighting ceremony at 6 p.m. Friday, beginning an evening of holiday entertainment hosted by former Cubs star pitcher Ryan Dempster. Free gifts and hot chocolate will also be available while supplies last.
Friday night will also feature special performances from Goodman Theater’s “A Christmas Carol” cast members, as well as Cubs fan favorite John Vincent, known for singing The Star-Spangled Banner at home games of the Cubs.
Additionally, local nonprofit Cradles to Crayons will collect winter clothing such as hats, gloves and scarves for donation. The group will have a vehicle parked near the Wrigley Field ticket office at the south end of Gallagher Way.
More information about the events at Gallagher Way and this year’s Winterland can be found here.
