DuPage County Entertainment
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‘So excited’: Long days, big dreams go into ballerina’s ‘Nutcracker’ debutNov 25, 2024 10:53 am - When she was 8, Sia Erter played a guest at the magnificent party Clara’s parents throw in Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker.” This week, the Glen Ellyn dancer will be at the center of the action as Princess Clara in several Salt Creek Ballet productions.
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Where to see ‘The Nutcracker’ in the city and suburbsNov 25, 2024 9:36 am - There are many opportunities to see “The Nutcracker” over the holiday season. Here are a few of them.
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Electric Christmas Parade to light up St. Charles Holiday HomecomingNov 24, 2024 9:30 am - St. Charles Holiday Homecoming, a two-day community event with an array of family-friendly activities, returns on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 29-30.
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It’s all about Tchaikovsky: Salt Creek Ballet brings ‘The Nutcracker’ back to the stageNov 22, 2024 1:01 pm - For its 39th year, Salt Creek Ballet will be bringing its critically acclaimed production Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker” to the stage. Performances will be in Hinsdale, Skokie and Glen Ellyn.
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Making spirits bright: Holiday light shows illuminate the suburbsNov 22, 2024 9:32 am - Holiday light shows across the suburbs are driving away the darkness. Now’s the perfect time to explore a variety of dazzling displays — outdoors on illuminated walking paths or from the warmth of your car.
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Learn how to make figgy pudding with Lombard Historical Society Nov. 21Nov 22, 2024 7:15 am - The Lombard Historical Society presents “How to Make Figgy Pudding!” Get into the holiday spirit and learn how to make this classic dessert.
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New Korean corn dog eatery to open in Aurora, first in IllinoisNov 21, 2024 10:19 pm - Aurora is set to open its first Korean Corn Dog spot with a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Nov. 22.
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Santa’s Holly Jolly Sleigh Tour returns for 5th yearNov 20, 2024 11:40 pm - Santa’s Christmas Charities, a nonprofit organization, has announced the return of the Santa’s Holly Jolly Sleigh Tour for 12 nights, starting Nov. 30 and continuing to Dec. 11.
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Warrenville introduces the first-ever Merry Market at Holly DaysNov 20, 2024 10:29 pm - Warrenville’s Holly Days celebration on Friday, Dec. 6, is adding a new feature: the Merry Market, a festive shopping experience showcasing some of Warrenville’s best small businesses and artisans.
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Buffalo Theatre’s ‘The Wickhams’ an entertaining alternative for holiday theatergoersNov 20, 2024 6:15 pm - Buffalo Theatre Ensemble’s charming revival of “The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberley” is a pleasant alternative to typical holiday theatricals.