It’s time to get into the holiday spirit despite the pandemic. Although your plans most likely will be different, you can still enjoy the season. With a little imagination, you can create new holiday memories.

How to Decorate Your Apartment for the Holidays

Your Buckingham Place apartment is perfect for holiday decorations. Do it yourself this year instead of buying pricey items from a retailer. Upcycle old plywood into Christmas ornaments to adorn your tree or turn mason jars into pretty vases and fill them with greenery like a terrarium. Keep the color palette simple with neutral colors, and make sure there is plenty of fresh greenery to usher in that distinct holiday scent into your home.

How to Get into the Holiday Spirit

Many families are opting out of large Holiday Celebrations. Schedule virtual calls with family and friends to keep your spirits up and stay connected. Display your favorite family holiday photos around your home to lift your spirits, environment has a great impact on your mood. Cook a holiday meal for yourself, roommates, or your family, and don’t forget about your favorite holiday desserts! Nothing creates the holiday spirit like giving. Sponsor a child or family in need this year or give to your favorite charity. Make sure to call your elderly family and friends to see how they are doing this holiday season.

Holiday Events Near Your Apartment

Chicagoland is offering fun events celebrating Christmas and New Year’s. The Lincoln Park Zoo is hosting its annual ZooLights event by allowing in a smaller number of people and requiring masks. If you want to avoid the city, head over to Central Park in Oak Brook for a new half-mile lights display that will get you into the holiday spirit. Keep in shape and give back to the community by participating virtually in Chicago’s annual New Year’s Eve 5K.

Keep your spirits bright this holiday season by decorating, cooking, and celebrating! It’s the perfect way to end this historic year.