Holiday Chaos: Behind the Scenes of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation
Thu, Dec 17
|Mid-Continent Library (Zoom)
Yule love it! Unwrap the holiday magic and dive into the world of the Griswold family
Time and Location
Dec 17, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM CST
Mid-Continent Library (Zoom)
About
Set in the Chicago suburbs, National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (1989) follows the Griswold family as they attempt to create the perfect traditional Christmas celebration. However, as is usually the case with this fictional family, chaos ensues. Yes, everything that can go wrong does.
In this Christmas event by Chicago Movie Tours, go behind the scenes of Christmas Vacation and dive into the world of the Griswold family. You'll challenge your knowledge of the movie and discover fun facts that will make you appreciate the film even more. You'll also hear about Chicago's (minor) role in creating the perfect backdrop for the Griswold's holiday misadventures.
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