Happy Thanksgiving. We’re thankful for good food, great shows, and everyone who keeps this city fun, including you. If you’re looking for things to do the rest of the week, we’ve got you covered.

Sip your way through curated German wines, festive bites, and holiday chaos at these tastings. Enter to win a pair of tickets for your own wine sesh!

YOUR HOLIDAY BUCKET LIST

'Tis the season to be extremely extra. From booze-soaked pop-ups to Krampus markets to giant inflatable Rudolphs, we rounded up every can't-miss, only-in-Chicago winter thing in one bucket list. 5 Highlights:

• THE NUTCRACKER: Through December 28th at Lyric Opera House

• WINTERLAND: Through December 29th at Gallagher Way

• ZOOLIGHTS: Through January 4th at Lincoln Park Zoo

• CAROLING AT CLOUD GATE: December 5th, 12th, 19th at Millennium Park

• WINTER WONDERFEST: December 5th-January 4th at Navy Pier

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