Mayan End-of-the-World Parties, Santa Dominate North Side

Northcenter

Skate with Santa, Saturday from 4 to 6 p.m.
Details: Take your children to tell Santa their Christmas wishes at the McFetridge Sports Center, 3843 N. California Ave. The Chicago Parks Department will have a free magic show and cookie-decorating.
Cost: The magic show is free, but skate sessions range from $2 to $5.

Wicker Park 

Wicker Park Holiday Family Movie Night, Friday from 6:30 to 9 p.m.
Details: Bundle up and gather in Wicker Park Friday for a showing of Elf, starring Will Ferrell.
Cost: $2

Lake View

Wrigleyville Mayan Celebration, Friday from 5 to 8 p.m.
Details: T.G.I. Friday’s is hosting a Mayan-themed party on Clark Street between Waveland and Addison; it very well could be the last Friday on Earth. If Wrigley isn’t your scene, check out these other ‘End of the World’ parties.
Cost: Free

Lincoln Square

Shopping in the Square, Thursday and Sunday
Details: Come to Lincoln Square to finish last-minute holiday shopping. Thursday features a Sip & Shop event from 5 to 8 p.m. where shop owners provide snacks and wine tasting. On Sunday, eight stores in Ravenswood will stay open late.
Cost: Free