Where in Chicago can you feel festive during the holidays? Sun-Times readers have their say

We asked where you go to feel festive over the holidays. Here’s what you said, lightly edited for clarity:

“The ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ screening at the Music Box.”
—Matthew Byrd, 29

“When my kids were little, we took them to see Santa at Macy’s and then stopped at the Christkindlemarkt for a cup of mulled wine on the way to our table at the Italian Village. Great tradition!”
—Scott Barliant

“Le Sud in Roscoe Village. Any space where a decoration could be placed was used. I liked the parachuting Santas.”
—JR Green

“Maggie Daley Ice Skating Ribbon.”
—Jules C Robinson

“Last year I was at the Museum of Science and Industry. … It was very festive.”
—Jan Tee Cra

“The Berghoff.”
—Lori Ellen

“When I pop into Butch Maguire’s pub with its over-the-top Christmas decorations, I get a festive Christmas feeling.”
—Mike O’Connor, Glenview

“Macy’s on State Street as they maintain the Christmas traditions of Marshall Fields and decorate their windows and seventh floor Christmas tree in the Walnut Room, including a fairytale princess.”
–Lynda Garbutt

“The Chicago Athletic Association’s Happy’s Bar. It’s fun and cozy, like hanging out in your parents’ basement.”
—Alana, 44

“Garfield Park Conservatory.”
—Stacey Morilon

“Billy Goat Tavern.”
—Deborah Fuller Tobias, 71, Cicero

“I haven’t been inside yet, but walking past the Double Bubble in Edgewater looked like the epitome of Christmas. Classic wreath and lights.”
—Daxon Greystone

“The best decorations I have ever seen are at the Shanty, Highway 41 and Wadsworth Road in Wadsworth. Huge tree, green garlands, lights and good neighborhood vibe. Unbeatable.”
—Susan Zingle