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Park Ridge Winterfest
Tree Lighting:
Santa & Mrs. Claus arrive on a Park Ridge. Fire Engine at City Hall to light the tree with Mayor Marty Maloney.
Hodges Park at 6:00 PM
Visits with Santa & Mrs. Claus:
Individual visits with Santa & Mrs. Claus. See City Hall transformed into a winter wonderland!
City Hall 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Park Ridge Fire Department Open House:
Celebrate the GRAND RE-OPENING of Station 35
South Park 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Luminaries Light the Way:
Enjoy bright luminaries in our three business districts. Luminaries displayed by Boy Scout Troop 1.
Experience Holiday Magic at our local businesses:
Visit decorated businesses, shop at retailers, and celebrate holiday cheer at restaurants in South Park, Uptown and North Park
Winter Sips at Harp and Fiddle
Keep the holiday spirit glowing with festive drinks and good cheer. Proceeds benefit the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce.
Visit Santa’s Reindeer at Olson’s Ace Hardware
Take photos with Santa’s reindeer from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM!
First 100 customers will receive a Holiday Tote Bag. PLUS: 20% off everything they can fit in the bag.
Photos with the Grinch:
Meet the Grinch! Holiday mischeif awaits! 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Ash & Willow Eco Salon in South Park from 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
The Sounds of the Season:
Listen to the sounds of 20+ Girl Scout Troops caroling as well as various musical groups and musicians throughout all three business districts.
For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Places to See Santa and Holiday Walks and Tree Lighting Ceremonies
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