Bigger. Better. Brighter
Watch your kids' faces light up.
Let it glow! Let it glow! Let it glow!
Think your neighbor's got a lot of lights?
A not so silent night.
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Music Lineup.
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2011 Holiday Special Offers

See below for examples of 2011 holiday offers from Magnificent Mile® hotels, retail shops, restaurants and entertainment attractions. Check back in the Fall 2012 for updated holiday offers!


Hotels

See below for a sampling of hotel offers from Lights Festival 2011.

BEST WESTERN PLUS River North Hotel

Overnight stay plus complimentary breakfast up to four people and free parking when requested “Breakfast, Too” at booking.

DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago Magnificent Mile

One-night stay for two, a gift bag with perks from 900 North Michigan Shops and a $50 gift card.

Four Seasons Hotel Chicago

Overnight stay plus complimentary meal for children 12 and under, a visit from the Ice Cream Man and special savings and discounts from local retailers and cultural attractions.

Hampton Inn and Suites Chicago Downtown

Overnight stay plus a $50 American Express gift card, complimentary parking, coupon shopping guide and more.

Hilton Suites Chicago/Magnificent Mile

Get a gas card with a two night stay.

Hotel 71

Overnight stay plus complimentary gift wrapping, gourmet hot chocolate bar for two and a $50 Visa gift card.

The James Chicago

Overnight stay plus a $50 food and beverage credit at the David Burke’s Primehouse.
                       

Swissôtel Chicago

Receive a Bloomingdale’s savings package, a holiday gift and breakfast buffet for two.


Shopping

See below for a sampling of shopping offers from Lights Festival 2011.

900 North Michigan Shops

Receive a complimentary coat check and exclusive offers from stores including an enter-to-win giveaway with a shopping spree and a night stay at the Four Seasons hotel.

Ameican Girl Place

Headband and sweater set for $14 with purchase of $50 or more.

Columbia Sportswear

$30 reward card with $150 purchase.

Ghirardelli Chocolate Company

50% off discount coupon for admission to Shedd Aquarium with any purchase.

The LEGO Store

Free Lego Holiday Pick a Brick Box with $75 purchase.

Local Charm: A chicago Jewelry Studio

15% off when you “Like” or “Check In” at Local Charm on Facebook, using your smart phone or mobile device.

Mary Mary Gifts

Complimentary glass of wine while shopping plus a 10% discount.

The Shops at North Bridge

Free holiday photo taken with Santa and complimentary Shopping & Dining Visitor Rewards book.


Dining

See below for a sampling of dining offers from Lights Festival 2011.

C-House Restaurant; Affinia Chicago

Complimentary appetizer with purchase of entrée.

Chick-fil-A

Free hot chocolate with entrée purchase.

Corner Bakery Café

$5 bonus card with each large cinnamon crème cake or $25 gift card purchase.

The Grill on the Alley

Free appetizer (up to $10 maximum) with purchase of an entrée.

Hard Rock Cafe

Mention “Lights Festival” to receive 15% off dining bill (excludes alcohol).

Harry Caray’s Italian Steakhouse

Free kids meal with purchase of adult entrée. 

Qdoba Mexican Grill

Buy one, get one free on any entrée.



Entertainment and Culture

See below for a sampling of entertainment offers from Lights Festival 2011.

American Girl Place

Gingerbread house decorating with a meal.

Chicago Shakespeare Theater

Purchase one adult ticket and get one student ticket for half price with promo code “LIGHTS”

John Hancock Observatory

One free youth admission with each full fare paying adult. Every youth admission also receives a free child ticket to The Field Museum.

The Peninsula Chicago

Holiday cookie decorating and Afternoon Tea.

The Art Institute of Chicago

From gospel to jazz, harp to pipa, Chicago’s finest offer the sounds of the season with noon-time concerts.


Special Offers Valid Weekend of November 19 - 20 Only

See below for examples of special offers and activities specific to the 2011 Lights Festival weekend.

Candyality

Candy-filled Mickey and Minnie calendar.

Eddie Bauer

25% on your entire purchase.

Hershey’s Chicago

Free cookie with any hot beverage purchase.

Millennium Garages

Pay only $25 for all-day parking.

Raffaello Hotel

Complimentary hot cider and gingerbread cookies.

Shrine

20% off select merchandise in-store with code “LIGHTS”.

Wendella Boats and Chicago Water Taxi

90-minute cruise with front row seat for the fireworks.

Wildfire

One complimentary dessert of choice with purchase of two entrees.

ZED451

Post-parade a complimentary “Jolly” Hot Chocolate Station, holiday movie and music.




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