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Sip Haute Hot Chocolate at the Elysian Hotel; Snuggle at the Rooftop Wrap Party at Zed451

It's about that time of year.
It’s about that time of year. Photo: courtesy of Facebook

River North: The Elysian Hotel is hosting a Haute Hot Chocolate Bar from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday to celebrate the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival. [Magnificent Mile Lights Festival]
River North: Following the Lights Festival on Saturday, ZED451 is hosting a “Jolly” Hot Chocolate Bar and Rooftop Wrap Party. A full bar will be available, along with a “cravings menu.” [Magnificent Mile Lights Festival]
Bucktown: The Southern is hosting a $30 Pig Roast with Old Town Social’s Jared Van Camp on Saturday at 7 p.m. That price includes pork, various side dishes, and unlimited Shiner Bock. [Chicago Reader]
Andersonville: The folks from Simon’s Tavern will be whipping up the season’s first batch of glögg at The Swedish American Museum on Saturday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. The $30 event also features food, music, and a silent auction. [Gapers Block]

Sip Haute Hot Chocolate at the Elysian Hotel; Snuggle at the Rooftop Wrap Party