Seasonal & Holidays

Lincoln Square Small Business Saturday: Tree Lighting, Caroling

The festivities this Saturday include Victorian caroling, pictures with Santa and ice carving demonstrations.

CHICAGO — Shoppers are encouraged to come out and support Lincoln Square businesses on Nov. 24 to celebrate Small Business Saturday. The event will include carolers, ice sculptures and a tree lighting ceremony.

Each year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, the Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce transforms the neighborhood into a holiday wonderland.

Businesses throughout the area will offer shoppers promotions and discounts, while restaurants will showcase their best menu items.

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As always, the DANK Haus German American Cultural center will be in Giddings Plaza from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. serving German glühwein, beer and hot apple cider.

Schedule of events

Ravenswood Ice Sculpture Spectacular:

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Live carving demonstrations at 4835 N Damen Avenue:

  • 11 a.m.- District
  • 12:30 p.m. Alapash

Location: Damen Avenue (Argyle to Leland)
Admission: Free

Victorian Caroling:

  • Time: 11 a.m. – 4:30pm (30 minute performances at the top of each hour)
  • Location: Giddings Plaza
  • Admission: Free

Ravenswood Pictures with Santa:

  • Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
  • Location: The Perfect Cup, 4700 N Damen Avenue
  • Admission: Free

Lincoln Square Tree Lighting Event:

  • Time: 5:30 p.m.
  • Location: Giddings Plaza
  • Admission: Free

Top image by Amber Fisher/Patch

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