1. The city turns into a snow globe IRL


Sub-zero temps are bearable when the scenery is so stunning. Come January, Chicago's city landscape transforms into a snow-dusted Instagram lover’s dream—complete with pristine blankets of snow, frosty waterways and delicate icicles hanging from barren trees. It makes it that much easier to pull on our long underwear, lace up our boots and brave the elements for an eyeful of the season.