New Year's Eve is just days away, and there are events for just about everyone. Whether you're looking to dress to the nines, stop by a pub, or just hang with the kids, Chicago has plenty of options.

The College of DuPage’s New Philharmonic Orchestra, under the direction of maestro Kirk Muspratt, will perform three times on New Year’s Eve at 1:30, 5 and 8:30 p.m. The night will feature a variety of light classics, opera solos, a special guest singer and Champagne.

Each year, Chicago rings in the New Year with a massive midnight fireworks display -- and 2026 will be no different.

Chicago prepares for its New Year's Eve 2026 celebration with fireworks, increased security, and free CTA rides.

NEW YORK - As the world rings in the New Year with fireworks and festivities, LiveNOW from FOX is giving you a front seat to those celebrations from the comfort of your home or phone. On Wednesday, December 31, you can be a part of New Year’s Eve countdowns and celebrations in several time zones.

A yearly tradition will make its return this week as Chicago-area residents can get free transit rides on New Year’s Eve.

As the New Year is set to bring change, it's obvious that these three Chicago Bears won't be returning to the Windy City in 2026.

Anyone under 18 is required to be with an adult after 10 p.m. Wednesday night while the city hosts “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest” along the Riverwalk.