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Christkindlmarket at Daley Plaza

📍 Loop · Chicago Central · Daley Plaza

📅 Fri, Nov 20, 11:00 AM

Chicago’s German-style holiday market at Daley Plaza, Nov 20–Dec 24, 2026. Free to walk through; food and gifts are for sale.

✓ Checked on the official page Nov 5, 2026

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Christkindlmarket Aurora

📍 Aurora · Western Suburbs · RiverEdge Park

📅 Fri, Nov 20, 11:00 AM

Holiday market at RiverEdge Park in Aurora, Nov 20–Dec 24, 2026 (Thu–Sun, plus listed special days). Free to walk through.

✓ Checked on the official page Nov 5, 2026

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Christkindlmarket Wrigleyville

📍 Wrigleyville · Chicago North Side · Gallagher Way

📅 Fri, Nov 20, 3:00 PM

Holiday market at Gallagher Way next to Wrigley Field, Nov 20–Dec 31, 2026. Free to walk through; vendors sell food and gifts.

✓ Checked on the official page Nov 5, 2026

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