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Nov 2011  |  By kelly Konrad  |  Comments

5 Things to Do: December 2 - 4

No joke—it's really all about the shopping this weekend.

If you're looking for something outside the box, we have the very best places to peruse!

One of a Kind Show and Sale
December 1 - 4
Merchandise Mart

With hundreds—yes, hundreds—of artists on hand, it's not possible to see at least one must-have for everyone on your holiday gift list. Grab a girlfriend and get downtown for a fabulous day at the Merchandise Mart.

 

Renegade Craft Fair
December 3 & 4
Chicago

It's an Etsy-style extravaganza at the Pulaski Park Fieldhouse this weekend, and a perfect time to shop for that funky, ecelctic person on your list. Also? You can catch the Do-Division Holiday Walk, too!

 

Lincoln Square Christkindl Market
December 2 - 4
Chicago

If you like to shop and imbibe, you may want to swing over to Lincoln Square and celebrate the holidays, German-style.

 

Woman's Club of Wilmette Antique Show and Holiday Boutique
December 3 & 4
Wilmette

Want to stay closer to home and still have a top-notch shopping experience? The Woman's Club of Wilmette is a fantastic alternative to downtown's hub bub, and proceeds support Wilmette's Warming House.

 

Evanston's Central Street Holiday Open House
December 4
Evanston

Get in the holiday spirit with a stroll down Central Street!

 

Wait! There's more ...

Lambs' Farm Holiday Lights Gifts and Craft Fair, Arlington Heights—another North Shore tradition! Head out to Arlington Park for a gift and craft extravaganza.

North Shore Flea Holiday Pop Up Show, Highwood—You can find all things vintage at this funky, unique shopping bazaar on the North Shore.

Deerfield Winter Celebration—Deerfield kicks off the holiday season this weekend with carriage rides, live music and family-friendly fun!

Geneva Christmas Walk, Geneva—Are you in need of holiday inspiration? Day trip to Geneva this weekend.