Macy's on State Street Holiday Windows & Walnut Room Great Tree

About this adventure

Steeped in more than 150 years of Midwestern holiday nostalgia, the Marshall Field's traditions live on at Macy's on State Street. Outside along the historic granite facade, six grand animated window displays unveil a heartwarming new holiday theme each November, entertaining crowds of wide-eyed children with mechanized puppets, glowing miniature scenes, and nostalgic festive storytelling. Viewing the outdoor windows is completely free and accessible 24 hours a day. Inside on the 7th floor, the legendary Walnut Room welcomes families beneath the soaring 45-foot Great Tree—illuminated with over 2,000 sparkling ornaments and 66,000 LED lights in a tradition dating back to 1907. Diners savor Marshall Field's classic Mrs. Hering's chicken pot pie while costumed Fairy Princesses glide from table to table with magic wands granting holiday wishes to children. Upstairs on the 5th floor, Macy's Santaland offers personal meet-and-greets with Santa Claus (advance online reservations open in early November).