November 29th, 2025

6pm Reception | 7pm Show

Chop Shop | 2033 W North Avenue, Chicago

A sumptuous array of culinary and cocktail delights included with your ticket

Join us for an unforgettable night of music, comedy, and community at Letters To Santa: The Holiday Gala hosted by Chop Shop in Wicker Park.

Enjoy a night of unforgettable music and comedy with headliners Jeff Tweedy (Wilco) and Fred Armisen (SNL). Doors open at 6:00pm for a festive reception with great food and drinks, included with your ticket, followed by the show at 7:00pm and a post-show celebration.

The gala is more than just a one-of-a-kind event—it’s a powerful way to make a difference. Thanks to the generosity of our host partner Chop Shop, our benefactors and sponsors, 100% of every ticket sale, auction purchase, and donation will go directly to Chicago families experiencing poverty. Your support will be delivered as holiday gifts, essential items, a computer for every child and a $10,000 cash grant for each family for ongoing expenses, bringing real relief and holiday joy to those who need it most.

Be part of the magic of Letters To Santa. Celebrate with us, give back, and help transform the holidays for our neighbors in need.

Can't make it in person? The entire event will livestream for free! Register HERE!

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EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:

A special comedy performance by SNL alum Fred Armisen
Intimate acoustic performance by Wilco's Jeff Tweedy
Improvisation, Chicago style, by Shantira Jackson, Rebecca Sohn, Rich Sohn, Dana Quercioli, Edgar Blackmon and Vernon Mina
House band featuring Andreas Wild (Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats)
Music Direction by composer and music producer Alexander Burke
Live and silent auctions of unique celebrity experiences and rare memorobilia
Reception with culinary and cocktail delights by Chop House (included with ticket) and music by the Windy City Ramblers
Post-reception DJ set by recording engineer/owner of House Of The Golden Sun recording studio Stan Wood

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ABOUT OUR HOST

Housed in a 100-year-old former auto body shop, the Chop Shop is Chicago’s only sustainable butcher + deli + restaurant + bar with a 6,000 square foot event space and concert venue.