A Charlie Brown Christmas LIVE! at FITZGERALDS
All performances of A Charlie Brown Christmas Brunch(es) and Happy Hour(s) at FITZGERALDS are SOLD OUT.
A Charlie Brown Christmas Brunch at Pleasant Home (Oak Park)
Presented by Fitzgerald’s Nightclub and the Park District of Oak Park, experience the nostalgia of Vince Guaraldi’s A Charlie Brown Christmas played live with The Kevin Fort Trio in the equally classic setting of the landmark property, Pleasant Home. Beautiful brunch buffet by BABYGOLD Barbecue. Two time slots available. All are welcome! Each person needs to be registered. Infants one year and younger do not need to be registered.
Dates include Saturday, 11/29 at 10am and 12:30pm
A Charlie Brown Christmas Cocktail Hour LIVE! at Cheney Mansion (Oak Park)
FITZGERALDS Nightclub and the Park District of Oak Park Present: A Charlie Brown Christmas Cocktail Hour Live, on Saturday, December 14th from 5-7pm.
Experience Vince Guaraldi’s holiday jazz masterpiece, “A Charlie Brown Christmas” performed live whilst sipping on some Classic Holiday Cocktails and nibbling on Cajun and Barbecue inspired small bites. ‘Tis the season for making this your new holiday tradition!
The Zimmermen Perform “The Last Waltz”
TWO DATES: Wednesday, 11/26 at 8:30pm and Friday, 11/28 at 8:30pm
The Zimmermen are: Patrick Brennan, Terry White, Andon Davis, Chris Neville, John Carpender, Jenny Bienemann, Kellie Owens-Hutton, Henry Carpender, Klem Hayes, Jodi Walker, Robin Bienemann.
Special Guests Include: Cathy Richardson, Ryan Joseph Anderson, Grant Tye, Devin Thompson, Ralph Beerhorst, and more.
Members of Tributosaurus,
The Last Waltz was a concert by the Canadian-American rock group The Band, held on American Thanksgiving Day, November 25, 1976, at Winterland Ballroom in San Francisco. The Last Waltz was advertised as The Band’s “farewell concert appearance”,[2] and the concert had The Band joined by more than a dozen special guests, including their previous employers Ronnie Hawkins and Bob Dylan, as well as Paul Butterfield, Bobby Charles, Eric Clapton, Neil Diamond, Dr. John, Joni Mitchell, Van Morrison, Ringo Starr, Muddy Waters, Ronnie Wood, and Neil Young. The musical director for the concert was The Band’s original record producer, John Simon.
“It’s a Wonderful Life” Movie Screening in the Nightclub 12/3
This event is At-Capacity (may be adding another date soon!)
Family Fun in the Club ft. Tunes With Tim Holiday Sing-a-long!
Since 2013, critically acclaimed Chicago-based children’s musician, Tunes With Tim, has been using his wide repertoire of both original music & classic songs – from nursery rhymes to Beatles tunes – to inspire families to sing, play & dance together while teaching the basics of music. This 45 minute one-man-band interactive performance is most enjoyed by children ages newborn through 5 years old and the adults who love them. TWT’s second full-length album, “We’re All Human”, was a 2021 National Parenting Product Awards Winner and is available on all digital music streaming platforms.
Chris and Heather’s Country Calendar Show! 12/6 (Low-Ticket Warning)
Ron & Naomi’s Very Special Christmas Special! 12/11
Well, the holidays are fast approaching. And if you’re wondering how you’re ever going to find a way to get into the Christmas Spirit this year, fear not. It’s time for Ron and Naomi’s Very Special Christmas Special. Need a little holiday cheer in a world gone mad? We’ve got it. Looking for someone to fill the egg nog punch bowl? That’s what we do! And that’s why you should join us for the 16th annual edition of the best Holiday Season Kickoff south of the North Pole! It’s a yuletide extravaganza, jam packed with music and mirth makers. All held together by the holiday house band, the Downsized Elves (Andon Davis, Michael Krayniak, Isaac Lyons, Cathie Van Wert and Jason Batchko.). With special guests, Dag Juhlin, Jenny Bienemann, Jodi Waker, The Menards, Laura Lopardo, Lonnie Deutsch, Hoops Magee, Santa Claus, and much, much more. All held together by the holiday house band, the Downsized Elves (Andon Davis, Michael Krayniak, Isaac Lyons, Cathie Van Wert and Jason Batchko.). With special guests, Dag Juhlin, Jenny Bienemann, Jodi Waker, The Menards, Laura Lopardo, Lonnie Deutsch, Hoops Magee, Santa Claus, and much, much more. It’s all hosted by everyone’s favorite snow angel, Naomi Ashley, and self-proclaimed Mr. Christmas, Ron Lazzeretti. Don’t miss the Holiday Event that’s become a tradition to rival the Holiday Family Newsletter! Get your tickets now. And remember, it’s not a Show. It’s a Special!
Motown Holiday Dance Party ft. Gerald McClendon! Friday, 12/12
Classical Blast’s “Dark Side of the Yule”! 12/14
Christmas Meets Classic Rock in this unique take on the holidays, combining rock hits from Metallica to Pink Floyd to Moody Blues to Evanesence and more with traditional carols, popular classical, holiday standards and beyond. Classical Blast has created one of the most unusual and enjoyable holiday shows around. It’s eye and ear candy the Sugarplum Fairy herself would be proud of.
The MOTH Storyslam at FITZGERALDS “That’s a Wrap!” 12/16
***TICKETS ON SALE Tuesday, 11/25 at 2pm***
Prepare a five-minute story about tying a bow on it. Moments of closure, clean cuts, and curling ribbon. Finally quitting your 9-5 or calling it quits on a 9-year situationship. Tales of blurry endings, grateful gifts, and surprise beginnings. Year-long resolutions, breakthroughs, or suddenly seeing the light. Tell us how you knew it was time to box it up and get a move on. Annnnnd cut!
Joel Paterson’s (Solo) Christmas Extravaganza! 12/17
Joel Paterson rings in the 2025 holiday season with his annual Solo Christmas Extravaganza at Fitzgerald’s, celebrating the re-release (on limited edition green vinyl) of his popular instrumental Christmas album, “Hi-Fi Christmas Guitar,” and the release of his new Christmas album, “The More The Merrier.” Joel will be playing just the right amount of Christmas music to go along with his one-man history of guitar pickin,’ including his fingerstyle Beatles arrangements, a healthy dose of ragtime, country blues, Chet Atkins, Merle Travis, and much more!
The Half-Brits Annual Holiday Extravaganza ft. Maria Donlin! 12/18
Expo ’76 Big X-Mas Bash! (& Ugly Sweater Contest) 12/20
SIDEBAR Supper Club w/ the Mar Caribe Holiday Extravaganza FREE/Make a Reservation 12/20 at 6pm
Traditional holiday singalongs, inventively reimagined instrumental classics, plus mar caribe’s usual fun danceable surf inflected crime noir originals
The 8th Annual Anderson Family Holiday Jamboree in SIDEBAR, 12/21
Welcome to the 8th annual Anderson Holiday Jamboree! Because we can’t invite you all into our living room, we bring our living room to you at the intimate and warm Fitzgerald’s SideBar for a night of music, family, friends and good cheer. Get away from the stress of the holidays have a drink and join the fam for a night!
The Rachel Drew Band Holiday Dance Party in SIDEBAR! 12/27 FREE/RSVP
15th Annual EGGNOG-PALOOZA Hosted by Molly & Gary! FREE/RSVP 12/23
New Year’s Eve w/ ALEJANDRO ESCOVEDO. TWO Nights! 12/30 and 12/31
