Chi*cation: a Windy City Warm-Up
Treat yourself to a Windy City Warm-Up this winter with the Chi*Cation Package. Enjoy holiday activations and decor in the hotel with inclusions to keep you warm & toasty through your winter season stay.
Palmer House is located in right in the center of all the seasonal action. Grab breakfast, lunch, or dinner at Lockwood Restaurant & Bar in the Lobby and enjoy being within footsteps to the best of Chicago during the holidays. Wrap up your day with a cozy evening at the Lobby Lockwood Bar or Potter’s Bar.
Chi-Cation Package Inclusions:
- Overnight Accommodations
- Self- Parking for (1) Vehicle
- Bottomless Coffee or Hot Cocoa
- Upgraded Accommodations, Based on Availability
- Late Check Out, Based on Availability
Holidays at Palmer House
Explore the endless action during the holidays right here, in the center of it all.
Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony - Friday November 22nd
Gather in the historic lobby of Palmer House, a Hilton Hotel to partake in the annual tree lighting tradition and the official start to the holiday season.
Guests and locals will enjoy complimentary hot cocoa and a taste of history with an original Palmer House Brownie, which was invented at the hotel in 1893.
The Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony will begin at 11:00am on Friday, November 22, 2024
Chicago Thanksgiving Parade
The #2 rated Thanksgiving Parade in the U.S. by TimeOut Magazine runs straight down State Street and past Palmer House.
Stay warm and enjoy breakfast and morning cocktails at Lockwood Restaurant & Bar. Then step outside to see all the action of the day.
Thursday, November 28th
8:00AM to 11:00AM
State Street, from Ida B. Wells Drive to Randolph
Thanksgiving Special at Lockwood Restaurant & Bar
Savor the season with a Thanksgiving Dinner Special at Lockwood Restaurant & Bar.
November 28th
5:00PM – 10:00PM
Menu
D’artagnan farms green, circle turkey breast, leg and thigh confit, cranberry sauce, traditional dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, sautéed green beans and butternut squash | $38
Pumpkin pie | $12
National brownie Day - December 6-8th
In honor of National Brownie Day on December 8th, the Palmer House invites you to indulge in a blow-out, celebratory weekend of new and extravagant Brownie offerings and experiences.
Guests will be welcomed with an enchanting, themed digital welcome letter that will take you on a journey through the history of the confection and introducing the legacy of the Palmer House Brownie. While immersing in this sweet history, enjoy a bite of complimentary Palmer House Brownie Bites and receive an invitation to exclusive Brownie-themed indulgences fit for all ages.
Throughout the weekend, a dedicated Brownie Indulgence Menu will be available. Sweet tooth breakfast aficionados can begin their ‘sugar high’ early with the signature Bertha’s Brownie Pancakes at the onsite Lockwood Restaurant. Patrons will also find an array of specialty delicacies, including Brownie Cheesecake, Brownie Brittle, and Brownie Lattés, in addition to the Original Palmer House Brownie. Later, adults can enjoy the bespoke Brownie Old-Fashioned, a liquefied version of the Palmer House Brownie infused with premium liquors and accoutrements.
This special Brownie Indulgence Menu will be available all day at Lockwood Restaurant and Lobby from December 6-8th.
Tuba Christmas
Celebrate the festive spirit with the melodious tunes of the holiday season, as approximately 400 tuba players from across the globe perform timeless Christmas melodies in the exquisite Grand and State Ballroom. This cost-free gathering occurs in mid-December and serves as a enchanting homage to the delight and harmonies of the season.
Saturday, December 23, 2024
Christmas Dinner Special At Lockwood Restaurant & Bar
‘Tis the Season to Feast this Christmas at Lockwood Restuarant & Bar
December 25th
5:00PM – 10:00PM
Menu
Baked ham, maple bourbon glaze, potatoes dauphinoise, roasted brussels sprouts and root vegetables, cornbread muffin, honey butter | $35
Eggnog crème brûlée | $12
Millennium Park & Maggie Daley Park
Just a short walk from the hotel is a Chicago winter wonderland at Millennium Park.
Vist the city Tree and walk through the lit up paths, or enjoy skating at the Bean/Cloud or the Maggie Daley Ribbon.
Maggie Daley Ice Skating Rink: Opens Friday, November 15th
Millennium Park Ice Skating Rink: Opens Friday, November 15th
Chicago Tree Lighting at Millennium Park: Friday, November 22nd
Millenium Park Holiday Market: Friday – Sunday, November 22-24th
Come in from the cold and your day with a cozy evening in the Lobby at Lockwood Bar or in Potter’s Bar.
State Street
An iconic Chicago holiday shopping tradition awaits you on State Street, just a couple blocks from the hotel.
Fuel up at Lockwood Restaurant or Lockwood Express for all your shopping cardio– make sure treat yourself too at the Spa at Palmer House!
The concierge team is available to provide any recommendations and directions.
Christkindlmarket
Enjoy the delights of one of Chicago’s beloved holiday traditions: the Christkindlmarket. A German-style outdoor market that is a free entry to explore international and local vendors.
Terms and Conditions: Offer is subject to availability at The Palmer House for stays that are completed by April 30, 2025. Rates are valid for single/double occupancy and are exclusive of all taxes, incidental charges, gratuities, and resort fees where applicable. Blackout dates and early departure fees may apply and vary by hotel. The hotel cancellation policy is 72 hours in advance of arrival to avoid cancellation fees. Self-parking is for one passenger vehicle at 55 East Monroe Parking Garage (across from hotel). Unlimited drip coffee and hot cocoa will be available at Lockwood Restaurant & Bar. Unlimited beverages do not apply to specialty drinks. This offer is not applicable to existing reservations or group bookings and may not be combined with other select promotions, discounts, or offers. To reserve please request the “Chi-Cation” package.