New Year’s is creeping up, and winter isn’t slowing down. Good thing we’ve got heated patios, parties, and giveaways that go harder than your favorite holiday cookies. Let’s keep it going.

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• Still need gift ideas? By popular demand, our Do312 MORE Holiday Sale is sticking around through December 31st. $50 gets you a full year of free monthly tickets to concerts, comedy, and culture. More time, same deal. Buy a membership!

• ZooLights Presented by Invesco QQQ and ComEd is pure holiday joy! Wander through millions of glittering lights, munch on churros, and cozy up with hot chocolate and mulled wine. Win tickets before they sell out!*

• NYE at Logan Square Auditorium is going down next week. DJs from Vibes On Logan, Humboldt Arboreal Society, and more. Get your last-minute tickets to ring in the New Year.*

• Ravenswood’s biggest food and drink party returns in February with Taste of Ravenswood. Local chefs, distilleries, and a bunch of very full bellies. Win tickets for a satiating time.*

• Plus other just announced shows from Yen Lucci, Dim Sum & Drag, Kashmir, Amanda Miguel, Pandora y Flans, Russell Peters, Clairice, Ruthie Foster, Daniel Jenkins, Aesthetic Perfection, and more!

BEST HEATED & ENCLOSED PATIOS

You don’t have to suffer to socialize this winter. Our guide to Chicago’s heated and enclosed patios is stacked with warm spots for drinking, dining, and pretending it’s not 14 degrees out.

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Running out of time? Rosetta Stone’s Holiday Sale has your back. Get lifetime access to all 25 languages for $149, normally $399, with instant delivery. One tap and you have a gift that feels thoughtful and cool, not rushed. Perfect for anyone who loves going places and trying new things. The lessons are fun, the method works, and they will actually use it.*

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• Sonic fans, your time has come. This Sonic The Hedgehog Pop-Up Cafe is serving favorites through February in Wicker Park. Gotta go fast!

• Chicago’s biggest Jewish Christmas Eve party returns. It’s Matzo Bash on Wednesday at Joy Distrist. L’chaim!

• Two very different winter drinking fests were just announced, both extremely valid: Cider Summit on January 31st and Tequila Tasting Fest on February 14th.

• This is Halloween and Christmas. Free bingo is going down tomorrow night at Lizards Liquid Lounge. There will be music, prizes, and popcorn. Learn more.

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