DECEMBER
EVENTS SCHEDULE
CHECK OUT OUR EVENT CALENDAR HERE
Help Us Make Spirits Bright
Our annual stocking drive is underway, supporting three single-mother families in West Chicago who are facing tough seasons.
Stop in, decorate a stocking, and tuck in a donation. We’ll use every dollar to purchase gifts directly from each family’s wish list—and we’ll proudly hang your stocking for all (including Santa) to see.
Even better: Lou Kopinski will MATCH all donations before Christmas.
A small gesture from you can bring a big lift to families who need it most.
The Upside Down is calling… and it wants trivia.
Grab your smartest friends, throw on your best Hawkins-inspired wear, and head to Stranger Things Trivia Night at Hawthorne’s Backyard.
Stranger Things Trivia
Friday, 01.02.2026
7:30–9:30PM
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Tasty prizes awarded throughout the game (21+)
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1st & 2nd place team prizes
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Bonus points for teams that bring the vibe with themed apparel
Think you know Hawkins better than Dustin knows snacks? Time to prove it.
Holiday Events
Now Taking Reservations!
630.293.6700
Christmas Movie Trivia Night
Monday, December 15th | 7–9PM
Think you know your holiday movies? Prove it. Join us for a festive night of trivia with prizes for 1st and 2nd place, “tasty” giveaways throughout the evening, and bonus points—plus a special prize—for the most festively dressed team.
Bring your best holiday knowledge (and your worst holiday sweater). We’ll take care of the rest.
Santa Claus is Coming to Hawthorne's Saturday, December 13th!
This annual event is almost SOLD OUT!
Gingerbread House Contest
Sunday, December 21st | 1–3PM
Our annual gingerbread showdown is back! Kids ages 3–15 can team up with family to build their best candy-covered creation. We’ll provide the houses, you bring the imagination.
Enjoy free cookies and hot cocoa, and compete for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes.
This free event fills fast—reserve your spot before supplies run out!
LIVE MUSIC!
J. Munger Live
Saturday, December 27th | 9–11:30PM
Shake off the post-holiday slowdown with a night of gritty vocals, smooth grooves, and soul-packed energy. J. Munger is back and ready to wake up your winter. Grab a drink, settle in, and let the music do the rest.
Rohan Marr Trio
Saturday, January 3rd | 8–10:30PM
Ease into the new year with a night of live jazz from the Rohan Marr Trio. Warm, smooth, and effortlessly cool, their set is the perfect remedy for the post-holiday lull. Settle in with a drink and let the music carry you.
WEEKLY EVENTS
Da Bears. Da Beers. Da Backyard.
