Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Illinois (Updated 2026)

Illinois, USA
Meet and Greet Private SUV Transfer from ORD to Downtown Chicago

Reliable and luxury airport transfers Best and most professional Chauffeurs in the industry Up-to-date luxury vehicles High quality of service Smart rates …More

Reliable and luxury airport transfers Best and most professional Chauffeurs in the industry Up-to-date luxury vehicles High quality of service Smart rates...

30 to 90 minutes Free Cancellation
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$300
Curbside SUV Transfer from ORD to Downtown Chicago

Reliable and luxury airport transfers Best and most professional Chauffeurs in the industry Up-to-date luxury vehicles High quality of service Smart rates …More

Reliable and luxury airport transfers Best and most professional Chauffeurs in the industry Up-to-date luxury vehicles High quality of service Smart rates...

30 to 90 minutes Free Cancellation
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$240
Chicago in Spanish. Architecture. Mafia, Interiors, Underground

Discover the real Chicago with those who really know it! At ChicaGo Turismo we transform a simple tour into an unforgettable experience. More than visiting …More

Discover the real Chicago with those who really know it! At ChicaGo Turismo we transform a simple tour into an unforgettable experience. More than visiting...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$45
Chicago White Sox Baseball Game at Rate Field

The Chicago White Sox offer a thrilling, gritty brand of baseball that sets them apart from many MLB teams. With a focus on strong pitching, …More

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The Chicago White Sox offer a thrilling, gritty brand of baseball that sets them apart from many MLB teams. With a focus on strong pitching,...

3 hours
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$100
Private Shooting and Spinning DIY Painting Class in Chicago

SHOOTING&SPINNING IS ALLOWED FROM 18 YEARS OF AGE. In case it is a group, everyone must be 18+ Whether you're a seasoned artist or just …More

SHOOTING&SPINNING IS ALLOWED FROM 18 YEARS OF AGE. In case it is a group, everyone must be 18+ Whether you're a seasoned artist or just...

45 minutes
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$99
2 Hour Bronzeville, Chicago Tour

Explore the vibrant neighborhoods of Chicago with engaging tours that delve into the rich history and culture of areas like Bronzeville, led by Historian Dilla, …More

Explore the vibrant neighborhoods of Chicago with engaging tours that delve into the rich history and culture of areas like Bronzeville, led by Historian Dilla,...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$45
Roundtrip Shuttle to South Side and Obama Presidential Center

Discover more of Chicago beyond downtown with this convenient South Side open-top shuttle transfer. Travel from central Chicago to some of the city’s most important …More

Discover more of Chicago beyond downtown with this convenient South Side open-top shuttle transfer. Travel from central Chicago to some of the city’s most important...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$10
Spanish Paella Cooking Class in Chicago (Includes 3-Course Meal)

Tapas, paella and flan – this hands-on Spanish cooking class in Chicago, hosted through Cozymeal, which connects you with top-rated local chefs, takes you through …More

Tapas, paella and flan – this hands-on Spanish cooking class in Chicago, hosted through Cozymeal, which connects you with top-rated local chefs, takes you through...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$110
Skip the Line: Miller Park Zoo General Admission Ticket

Miller Park Zoo offers many exhibits and Zookeeper interaction opportunities that are enjoyed by the whole family. Some highlights include: reindeer, Sumatran tiger, greater flamingos, …More

Miller Park Zoo offers many exhibits and Zookeeper interaction opportunities that are enjoyed by the whole family. Some highlights include: reindeer, Sumatran tiger, greater flamingos,...

2 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$8
Chicago Foods Tour with The Loop, Skyline, Millennium Park

Delve into Chicago’s one-of-a-kind cuisine and learn something that you would never expect on this small-group Secret Food Tour. Eat your way through the most …More

Delve into Chicago’s one-of-a-kind cuisine and learn something that you would never expect on this small-group Secret Food Tour. Eat your way through the most...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$145
️ Chicago Instagram Walking Tour (Private & All- Inclusive)

Our Chicago Walking Instagram Tour will take you to the most Instagrammable spots in Chicago all in one day. If you are looking for a …More

Our Chicago Walking Instagram Tour will take you to the most Instagrammable spots in Chicago all in one day. If you are looking for a...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$236
Private Chicago Foodie Tour

Taste your way through Chicago on this private half-day walking food tour! Savor local favorites like Portillo’s hot dogs, Al’s Italian Beef, deep dish pizza, …More

Taste your way through Chicago on this private half-day walking food tour! Savor local favorites like Portillo’s hot dogs, Al’s Italian Beef, deep dish pizza,...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$288
Horseback Rides, Interactions, and Petting Zoo

We provide a controlled environment for safe horseback riding for kids and beginners, and a petting zoo. We have a 24,440 sqft equestrian center with …More

We provide a controlled environment for safe horseback riding for kids and beginners, and a petting zoo. We have a 24,440 sqft equestrian center with...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$27
Chicago Haunted Ghost Tour GPS Self-Guided Walking Tour

Explore haunted Chicago at your own pace and schedule. Go anytime. Why take this tour? -It's like an in person tour guide, only it's on …More

Explore haunted Chicago at your own pace and schedule. Go anytime. Why take this tour? -It's like an in person tour guide, only it's on...

60 to 75 minutes Free Cancellation
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$10
Private Sedan Transfer from Chicago Downtown to O`Hare airport

Reliable and luxury airport transfers Best and most professional Chauffeurs in the industry Up-to-date luxury vehicles High quality of service Smart rates …More

Reliable and luxury airport transfers Best and most professional Chauffeurs in the industry Up-to-date luxury vehicles High quality of service Smart rates...

30 to 90 minutes Free Cancellation
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$220
Chicago Scavenger Hunt Adventure

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to …More

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$20
Chicago Hidden Gem: Mid-Century Cocktail Bars Walking Tour

-First, we will meet at the first location. -Then, we will enter a nice cozy lovely bar that offers local beers and affordable cocktails. -Then, …More

-First, we will meet at the first location. -Then, we will enter a nice cozy lovely bar that offers local beers and affordable cocktails. -Then,...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$51
O'Hare Airport Transfer to Chicago by Luxury Sedan - Inside Meet

- Chicago's Highest Rated Limo And Car Service - 10 Years in the limousine business - Proven track of exceptional customer service - Professional, Safe, …More

- Chicago's Highest Rated Limo And Car Service - 10 Years in the limousine business - Proven track of exceptional customer service - Professional, Safe,...

30 to 60 minutes Free Cancellation
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$190
Private Chicago Highlights Photography Session

Visitors to Chicago who want to capture fantastic vacation photos shouldn’t settle for smartphone selfies when you can book a professional photographer. With this photo …More

Visitors to Chicago who want to capture fantastic vacation photos shouldn’t settle for smartphone selfies when you can book a professional photographer. With this photo...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$200
Photo Shoot in Chicago’s Urban Jungle Garden

Enjoy a private photoshoot in Chicago’s beautiful urban jungle at the Lincoln Park Conservatory. During this 40-minute session, I’ll help you feel confident and relaxed …More

Enjoy a private photoshoot in Chicago’s beautiful urban jungle at the Lincoln Park Conservatory. During this 40-minute session, I’ll help you feel confident and relaxed...

40 minutes Free Cancellation
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$150
Explore Chicago’s Indoor Mushroom Farm Experience

Step inside a unique and fascinating journey through Chicago’s premier indoor mushroom farm, as seen on FX/Hulu’s acclaimed series "The Bear," where our mushrooms were …More

Step inside a unique and fascinating journey through Chicago’s premier indoor mushroom farm, as seen on FX/Hulu’s acclaimed series "The Bear," where our mushrooms were...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$20
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