Holidays @ Skydeck! Returns to Willis Tower

CHICAGO, Nov. 12, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- Skydeck Chicago is set to bring holiday cheer to Chicago's iconic Willis Tower once again, with the return of Holidays @ Skydeck! from November 13 through January 4. The event promises to offer a variety of family-friendly experiences, making it a must-visit destination for locals and tourists alike.

Visitors can look forward to a larger-than-life gingerbread display of Chicago's skyline, created by local chef Chris Teixeira and pastry chef Miko Kaw Hok Uy. This display will greet guests in the Wacker Drive lobby of Willis Tower, adding a sweet touch to the festive atmosphere.

Santa Claus will be making a special appearance on The Ledge, 103 floors above the city, where he will greet visitors and take photos. Capture memories with Santa throughout the season at Skydeck's photo set and on The Ledge, though additional costs apply. The event runs from November 14 to December 24, with specific dates and times varying.

For those looking for a taste of the season, holiday lunches on the 99th floor will feature Giordano's deep-dish pizza, peppermint cheesecake, and a kids' menu. On December 5, guests can enjoy an exclusive evening of Italian dining and live performances by Ballet 5:8's Beyond the Nutcracker. The holiday market at Catalog will offer local vendors' gifts with bonus hours on December 10.

Buddy the Elf will roam the Skydeck, greeting guests and posing for photos on December 8. Holiday Pajama Jam, also on December 8 to 26, will reward visitors wearing holiday pajamas with a complimentary 6-by-8-inch printed photo. Seasonal entertainment will include string performances by Chicago's Merit School of Music on December 9 and 16, the Mitchell Elementary School Choir on December 11, and Choose Chicago Dance on Broadway on December 12.