(WBBM NEWSRADIO) – Here’s a roundup of winter activities happening across the Chicago region this weekend.
--Pilsen’s culinary scene will be on full display this weekend with the return of Pilsen Gourmet. More than 25 Latino restaurants will be under one roof at Apollo's on West Cermak Road. Tickets include unlimited samples of food, beer and craft cocktails.
--Delve into the social struggles of modern teens during Dear Evan Hansen. Chicago native Anthony Norman plays the lead in the Tony Award-winning show now playing at the Nederlander Theatre.
--If you’re looking for laughs, watch a beloved 1983 holiday movie come to life. A Christmas Story, The Musical is on stage at the Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire through Jan. 1.
--Explore the Museum of Science and Industry, after-hours. Chance the Rapper and his organization SocialWorks will host A Night at the Museum Friday night to benefit Chicagoans experiencing homelessness.
--The music of Handel comes to life in a Chicago holiday tradition that dates back to 1976. Amateur and professional musicians alike can sing-along Sunday during “Do-It-Yourself Messiah” at the Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist.
--Head to Huntley Saturday afternoon for a new frozen festivity. The first ever Ice Sculpture Cocoa Crawl features holiday movie-themed ice carvings throughout the downtown Huntley Square.
--All aboard the Holiday Express! Blackberry Farm in Aurora offers a magical train ride through its winter wonderland including thousands of twinkling lights, festive decor and holiday music.
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