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Seasonal Happenings at Hilton Chicago

’tis the Season for festive activities and merriment.  Plan a weekend escape this winter at Hilton Chicago and explore the best the city has to offer nearby including museums, theaters, and restaurants.  Enjoy cozy accommodations with food-to-room delivery from Herb N’ Kitchen or grab a burger and pint at Kitty O’Sheas.  You’ll find all the joys of the holiday season during your stay.

 

Tailgate season

Make Kitty O’Sheas your sports viewing headquarters this season.

Enjoy bar specials, lobby activations, a lively atmosphere, and just a short walk to Soldier Field.

Trivia and Live Music Nights at Kittys

Start the season gathered with friends at Kitty’s. Enjoy trivia Tuesdays and live music Thursdays!

Trivia | every other Tuesday starting October 20th

Live music | every other Thursday starting October 15th
Featuring Evin O’Riordan at 7:30 PM

Holiday kickoff

Experience magical merriment the weekend of November 20th as the hotel transforms for the season. Come see our famed tree and expansive gingerbread display featuring iconic structures of Chicago.

Your home for the holidays

The best celebrations come with a few extra details. Reserve your holiday event for November and December 2026 or January 2027 at Hilton Chicago in elegant event spaces or our iconic specialty suites, and unlock exclusive perks designed to make every moment memorable.

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Baking Seasons Bright

Cookie Decorating
Join us for a cheerful treat every Sunday through December 21st. Enjoy complimentary gingerbread cookies, decorating supplies, and a hot cocoa station.

 

From 9-10:30 AM | Located in 720 S. Lounge

Sunday, November 29th
Saturday December 5th, 12th & 19th

Deck the Donuts

Start your mornings off with complimentary donuts and a decorating station at 720 South Bar.

Select December Sundays | 9-10:30 AM

December 6th
December 13th
December 20th

Santa's Buttons

The North Pole has alerted us that several of Santa’s Buttons must have fallen off at the hotel. If you find one of Santa’s buttons, kindly return to our Front Office. Mrs. Claus will need them to repair his red suit, so he’s nice and warm ahead of his sleigh ride on December 25th around the globe with Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner, Blitzen, and, of course, Rudolph.

In exchange, Santa will ensure you’re at the top of his nice list & gift you a hot cocoa from Herb N’ Kitchen during your stay.

Christmas Day Dining Specials

Join us at 720 South Bar for a Christmas Day Brunch
Served until 2:00PM 

Then choose your dinner special seating at 720 South Bar or Kitty O’Sheas.

Menu coming soon.

New Years Eve at Hilton Chicago

Ring in the New Year with us!

Kitty O’Shea’s countdown party with a champagne toast at midnight

720 South Bar New Year’s Eve prix fixe dinner

HNK late-night market extended grab-and-go hours

 

Menus coming soon.

Millennium Park Ice Skating

Just a short walk away is the heart of Chicago’s holiday activations at Millennium Park. Go ice skating, visit the Chicago Christmas tree, walk around the holiday lights and then warm up by the fireplace at 720 South Bar.

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