Voted best big city in the United States eight years in a row by Conde Nast Traveler, Chicago boasts plenty to do year-round. Winter in the Windy City is a prime time to experience the festive atmosphere of the city’s top attractions during the holiday season. Carve out time to explore the city during the Dental Implant Conference:
- Cheer on Chicago sports teams (or their rivals) – Catch a Blackhawks or Bulls game at the United Center, which is just a short Green Line ride away from conference headquarters. You may even catch the CTA holiday train!
- View famous works of art – Stop in the Art Institute of Chicago to see iconic works such as Georges Seurat’s “A Sunday on La Grande Jatte,” Vincent van Gogh’s “Self Portrait,” Grant Wood’s “American Gothic,” Pablo Picasso’s “The Old Guitarist,” and Edward Hopper’s “Nighthawks.”
- Ice skate in a winter wonderland – Chicago has two ice skating rinks near the conference headquarters, both of which offer ice skate rentals. Millennium Park’s rink offers great views of Chicago and The Bean, while Maggie Daley Park offers a one-of-a-kind Skating Ribbon that meanders through the scenic park. Both parks are within walking distance of the Sheraton.
- Peruse a museum – In addition to the Art Institute, Chicago boasts several museums, including the Field Museum, the Shedd Aquarium and the Adler Planetarium, all located in close proximity to the Sheraton on the Museum Campus.
- Marvel at holiday lights – Visit Lincoln Park Zoo for its annual light show, ZooLights. Tour the lights displays, watch ice carvers and observe animals with hot cocoa in hand.
- Sip mulled cider at the Christkindlmarket – The German-style holiday market in Daley Plaza made up of picturesque stalls attracts more than 1 million visitors every year. Enjoy hot pretzels and roasted nuts while perusing one-of-a-kind gifts.
- See The Nutcracker at the Joffrey – The world-renowned Joffrey Ballet’s opening weekend of The Nutcracker at the Lyric Opera House coincides with the Dental Implant Conference and is just a quick five-minute cab ride away from the Sheraton.
