Holiday Fun in the Heart of the Loop
When holiday traditions of theater, ice skating and Christkindlmarket beckon you to the city to experience spirit of the season, it matters where you stay. Plan your winter escape to Palmer House, a Hilton Hotel, located in the heart of Chicago’s loop and gather around the holiday tree for celebration all season long.
Tuba Christmas
Celebrate the festive spirit with the melodious tunes of the holiday season, as approximately 400 tuba players from across the globe perform timeless Christmas melodies in the exquisite Grand and State Ballroom. This cost-free gathering occurs in mid-December and serves as a enchanting homage to the delight and harmonies of the season.
Saturday, December 21, 2024
Oh What Fun! Holiday Party Planning
Palmer House, a Hotel Hotel is the place to see & be seen this holiday season. Plan your holiday event now and take advantage of a special offer.
Christmas Dinner Special at Lockwood Restaurant
‘Tis the Season to Feast this Christmas at Lockwood Restuarant & Bar
December 25th
5:00PM – 10:00PM
Menu
Baked ham, maple bourbon glaze, potatoes dauphinoise, roasted brussels sprouts and root vegetables, cornbread muffin, honey butter | $35
Eggnog crème brûlée | $12
Christkindlmarket at Daley Plaza
This annual event has become a tradition for many, located walking distance from the hotel in Daley Plaza, the Christkindlmarket is a festive holiday activity that is open from November 22, 2024-December 24, 2024.
Sunday through Thursday: 11 am – 8 pm
Friday through Saturday: 11 am – 9 pm
Christmas Eve (December 24): 11 am – 4 pm
Millennium Park & Maggie Daley Park
Just a short walk from the hotel is a Chicago winter wonderland at Millennium Park.
Vist the city Tree and walk through the lit up paths, or enjoy skating at the Bean/Cloud or the Maggie Daley Ribbon.
Maggie Daley Ice Skating Rink: Opens Friday, November 15th
Millennium Park Ice Skating Rink: Opens Friday, November 15th
Chicago Tree Lighting at Millennium Park: Friday, November 22nd
Millenium Park Holiday Market: Friday – Sunday, November 22-24th
Come in from the cold and your day with a cozy evening in the Lobby at Lockwood Bar or in Potter’s Bar.
State Street
An iconic Chicago holiday shopping tradition awaits you on State Street, just a couple blocks from the hotel.
Fuel up at Lockwood Restaurant or Lockwood Express for all your shopping cardio– make sure treat yourself too at the Spa at Palmer House!
The concierge team is available to provide any recommendations and directions
If these walls could talk
Take a walk-through time on a winter day and learn more about the history of Palmer House, a Hilton Hotel.
