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Drive or Walk Through Holiday Lights
December 5
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An event every day that begins at 12:00 am, repeating until January 9, 2022
Various Locations
IL
United States
You can find all of the best Christmas lights in the suburbs with addresses, photos and a map on our Where to Find the Best Christmas Lights Guide. Take a drive or walk through the beautiful light displays!
Find out more »Stroll Through Holiday Walks
December 5
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An event every day that begins at 12:00 am, repeating until December 31, 2021
Various Locations
IL
United States
‘Tis the season to get outside and celebrate the holidays. Store-front windows filled with snowmen, reindeer lining the streets, elves hidden in downtown shops, and rows of beautifully-decorated trees fill your neighborhood parks. Find all the details at in our Stroll Through These 2021 Winter and Holiday Walks list.
Find out more »Explore Immersive Experiences and Special Exhibits
December 5
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An event every day that begins at 12:00 am, repeating until January 31, 2022
Various Locations
IL
United States
There are a lot of fun and interesting new exhibits open to enjoy! We rounded up each new temporary exhibit and immersive experience at several museums, zoos, and more so you can see what they have to offer… all in our New Exhibits and Immersive Experiences at Local Attractions list
Find out more »Enjoy a Live Theater Performance
December 5
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An event every day that begins at 12:00 am, repeating until January 31, 2022
Various Locations
IL
United States
We’re thrilled to share all of the upcoming kid-friendly productions happening in Chicagoland this fall and winter season in our Kid-Friendly Theater Guide. Wanting to find seats for a special holiday performance? Head to our 2021 Guide to Nutcracker and Holiday Theater!
Find out more »8:00 am
Frigid 5K
December 5, 8:00 am - 10:00 am
$35
Enjoy this chilly run through Centennial Park in Lemont for the 13th annual Frigid 5K at the Lemont Park District! Wear your best ugly sweaters & fun holiday gear! Stick around for the fun after party with a hot chocolate bar, DJ & refreshments. Awards are given to top 3 runners in each standard age...
Find out more »9:00 am
Holiday Express Train – CANCELED
December 5, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
$40
Hinsdale Recreation Department has made the difficult decision to cancel this event in 2021. They'll be hosting a Winter Wonderland event in its place.
Find out more »Donuts with Santa
December 5, 9:00 am - 10:00 am
La Grange Recreation Center,
536 East Avenue
La Grange, IL 60525 United States
La Grange, IL 60525 United States
$15
Make your list and check it twice because Santa knows you've been good this year! Join us for donuts, hot chocolate and a take home craft. Each child will have an opportunity to see Santa and share their list with him. You must pre-register and space is limited so don't delay. *Registration deadline is November...
Find out more »Winter Wonderland
December 5, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Katherine Legge Memorial Lodge,
5901 S County Line Rd
Hinsdale, IL 60521 United States
Hinsdale, IL 60521 United States
$15 – $20
This event will feature professional photos with Santa, Frankie Ace’s magic show, and holiday hayrides. Activity tents along the trail will include holiday crafts; visits with all of your favorite Frozen characters (including Sven in real-life!); and a hot chocolate bar & treats station. Hay rides will pick up/drop off from the front lot and...
Find out more »Breakfast with Santa
December 5, 9:00 am
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An event every week that begins at 9:00 am on Sunday and Saturday, repeating until December 20, 2021
One event on December 23, 2021 at 9:00 am
The Morton Arboretum,
4100 Illinois 53
Lisle, IL 60532 United States
Lisle, IL 60532 United States
$34 – $48
Make lasting memories and holiday traditions this season! Share the excitement with your family as Santa makes his way to The Morton Arboretum. Enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet with Santa in the scenic Ginkgo Restaurant. All children will have the opportunity to visit with Santa. Be sure to bring your camera to capture the memories!...
Find out more »Christmas Village
December 5, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
One Line Church (Wheaton),
1300 S President Street
Wheaton, IL 60189 United States
Wheaton, IL 60189 United States
Train Rides | Sleigh Rides | Santa | Family Christmas Portraits | Cookie Decorating | Ornament Making | Games | One Line Grill | Jingle Jam Family Christmas Service at 9am For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Places to See Santa.
Find out more »9:15 am
Santa Trolley
December 5, 9:15 am - 1:45 pm
Oak Park Conservatory,
615 Garfield Street
Oak Park, IL 60304 United States
Oak Park, IL 60304 United States
$22 – $27
All aboard and a welcome return of the Park District's Santa Trolley! This event starts and ends at the Oak Park Conservatory where you can play elvish games and activities or tour the beautiful showrooms while you wait to board the "North Pole" bound Trolley. While enroute, your Head Elf will help get you in...
Find out more »9:30 am
The Polar Express Storytime Train
December 5, 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
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An event every day that begins at 9:30 am, repeating until December 5, 2021
$22 – $40
Travel to the “North Pole” to pick up Santa and his friends. They will travel back with us to Geneva and have lunch or dinner at Aurelio’s Pizza. After we eat, every child will have the opportunity to visit with Santa, give him their wish list, and have a picture taken. PLEASE NOTE: Families are...
Find out more »10:00 am
Woodland Santa’s Holiday Workshop
December 5, 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Hickory Knolls Discovery Center,
3795 Campton Hills Rd
St. Charles, IL United States
St. Charles, IL United States
$10 – $15
Here comes Santa Claus- with his team of sled dogs! Watch Santa arrive pulled by his dashing huskies, and then spend some time helping him get ready for his Big Day. - Write a letter to Santa - Make an ornament - Have your picture taken with the Big Guy himself! Breakfast snacks included. Advance...
Find out more »Rummage Round-Up
December 5, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Westchester Community Center,
10201 Bond Street
Westchester, IL 60154 United States
Westchester, IL 60154 United States
$5 – $10
Do you need to regain some storage space in your home? Looking to purge before the holiday toys take over? It's the perfect opportunity to engage your children in letting go of unwanted or unused toys from their rooms with the potential of earning money for their effort.
Find out more »10:30 am
Visits with Santa
December 5, 10:30 am - 3:30 pm
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An event every week that begins at 10:30 am on Sunday and Saturday, repeating until December 19, 2021
One event on December 3, 2021 at 7:00 pm
$10
Santa arrives from the North Pole on December 3. Watch for him to arrive on top of Geneva History Museum. After greeting the crowd from the stage, he will be escorted to his Winter Wonderland home at Geneva Visitor Center, 10 S. Third Street. He will visit with children until 9:30 that evening. He will...
Find out more »11:00 am
Santa Brunch
December 5, 11:00 am - 2:30 pm
$43
Join us on Sunday, December 5th for Brunch with Santa! We will be offering two reservations times - 11AM & 1:00PM. Reservations are required with limited seating, so please call as soon as possible to ensure you are able to join us! Groups of all sizes and ages are welcome. Times will be filled on...
Find out more »Dancing Holiday Magic
December 5, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Lyons Township HS South Campus,
4900 Willow Springs Rd,
Western Springs, IL 60558 United States
Western Springs, IL 60558 United States
$15
Our Twinkle Star Holiday Show is back! Come see our Twinkle Dancers shine! Special guests, @josminiensemble @footworkelitedanceteam @mattix.music and more! Tickets are sold only at the studio. No tickets will be sold at the show. See you there!
Find out more »12:00 pm
Santa’s Naperville Workshop
December 5, 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 12:00 pm on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, repeating until December 23, 2021
An event every week that begins at 12:00 pm on Sunday and Saturday, repeating until December 23, 2021
Naperville Riverwalk,
175 W Jackson
Naperville, IL 60540
Naperville, IL 60540
$10
Santa is Coming to Town To Work in One of His Remote Workshops and you’re Invited to Visit! Registration is required. Cost is per family. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Places to See Santa.
Find out more »Santa Paws
December 5, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Sedgwick Park,
47th Street and 10th Avenue
La Grange, IL 60525 United States
La Grange, IL 60525 United States
$10
Dress up your pooch for a holiday photo shoot with Santa! His elves will take a picture of him with your pup. Don't forget your camera to take a few pictures of your own. Pre-registration is required. You will receive your photo shoot time slot the week before the event. Fee includes refreshements for you,...
Find out more »Holiday Cookie Walk
December 5, 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Downtown Naperville,
55 South Main Street
Naperville, IL 60540 United States
Naperville, IL 60540 United States
Sure to satisfy any sweet tooth, Downtown Naperville’s annual Holiday Sweets & Treats Walk on Sunday, December 5 from 12noon to 5pm. Attendees with receive a commemorative souvenir Sweets Tin along with a map touring many Downtown Naperville shops and restaurants. You’ll end the afternoon with a tin full of custom made (pre-wrapped) holiday cookies,...
Find out more »Winter Wonderland and Photos with Santa
December 5, 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 12:00 pm on Sunday and Saturday, repeating until December 12, 2021
Western Springs Tower Green,
914 Hillgrove Avenue
Western Springs, IL 60558 United States
Western Springs, IL 60558 United States
The WSBA’s Winter Wonderland is back again this year on Saturday, December 4th from 12:00 – 5:00pm! Make your way to the Tower Green by 12:30pm to see Santa arrive at the firetruck! This event will also feature photos with Santa, holiday music, hayrides around the Tower Green, a petting zoo and the village tree...
Find out more »Popup Holiday Selfie Station
December 5, 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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An event every day that begins at 12:00 pm, repeating until December 5, 2021
Two Bostons Pet Boutique,
103 W. Jefferson
Naperville, IL 60564 United States
Naperville, IL 60564 United States
Grab your family and snap an adorable holiday photo at our free selfie stations. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Pet Photos with Santa.
Find out more »12:30 pm
Gingerbread Barn Raising
December 5, 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Stephen D. Persinger Recreation Center,
3507 Kaneville Road
Geneva, IL 60134 United States
Geneva, IL 60134 United States
$72 – $92
Get your own gingerbread barn and start decorating! Enjoy hot cocoa and holiday music, while you and the family decorate your gingerbread barn to take home. Start a new holiday tradition! Registration includes your very own gingerbread barn, plus frosting, assorted candies and cookies for decorating! One registration covers the whole family (up to six...
Find out more »1:00 pm
Open Mic Night
December 5, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
$3
Longing for a chance to stand in the spotlight, sharing your musical gifts? Join us for Open Mic Night in our theater. Professional lights, sound system and theater seating await you. Singers and musicians are welcome. All ages can participate in this family-friendly night out. Due to space and set up time, no bands please...
Find out more »Toys for Tots Toy Drive with Characters
December 5, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center,
800 Saint Charles Road
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 United States
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 United States
Bring a new, unwrapped toy to donate for Toys for Tots and to meet and take photos with your favorite superheroes and princesses! The Toys for Tots Toy Drive with Character, offered in partnership with The Alliance of Legends, will return to Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center, 800 St. Charles Road, on Sunday, December 5...
Find out more »Santa Pictures
December 5, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Community Park District of La Grange Park,
1501 Barnsdale Road
La Grange Park, IL 60526 United States
La Grange Park, IL 60526 United States
$5
Make some holiday memories with snacks, games and a special visit from Santa Claus. Bring your own camera and take a picture with Santa Claus at the Community Park district of La Grange Park. No registration required. This event is sponsored by the LGP Parks and Recreation Foundation. $5 donation requested. For information on...
Find out more »Santa’s Alley Workshop
December 5, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 1:00 pm on Friday, repeating until December 17, 2021
An event every week that begins at 1:00 pm on Sunday and Saturday, repeating until December 19, 2021
Whisper Me Home,
48 S. La Grange Road
La Grange, IL 60525 United States
La Grange, IL 60525 United States
$240
Christmas is right around the corner and Jolly Old Saint Nick is gearing up for some fun right here in the heart of La Grange! The North Pole may be central command but Santa’s decided to “love local” with a merry pop-up workshop at The Alley Shop (16 W Harris Ave, La Grange) and he's...
Find out more »1:30 pm
Christmas Choral Concert and Holiday Cookie Sale
December 5, 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Lemont Historical Society Museum,
306 Lemont Street
Lemont, IL 60439 United States
Lemont, IL 60439 United States
Free
Lemont Historical Society, 306 Lemont Street. Enjoy the music of the Christmas Season by Montessori School of Lemont Choir from 2:00 to 2:30 p.m. Bring the kids for a visit and photo with Santa after the concert. For more information please call 630-257-2972 or visit www.lemonthistory.org. For information on more events like this, check...
Find out more »2:00 pm
Holiday Express
December 5, 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 2:00 pm on Sunday and Saturday, repeating until December 19, 2021
An event every week that begins at 5:00 pm on Thursday and Friday, repeating until December 19, 2021
$8
The magic is on for Holiday Express 2021! Join us each week on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday until December 19. Bring the family for a magical and memorable experience – just like visiting the North Pole! Blackberry Farm is a winter wonderland amid thousands of twinkling lights, festive holiday decorations and happy holiday music....
Find out more »Holiday Family Photos
December 5, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Fountaindale Public Library,
300 W Briarcliff Rd
Bolingbrook, IL 60440 United States
Bolingbrook, IL 60440 United States
Free
Our popular Holiday Family Photos event is back! Join us to take free family photos you can use on cards or share with your friends and family on social media. NEW THIS YEAR: We will have two scenes set up for photos (winter mountain top and Christmas morning). You will have the opportunity to take...
Find out more »3:00 pm
December Birthday Party
December 5, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Indian Prairie Public Library,
401 Plainfield Road
Darien, IL 60561 United States
Darien, IL 60561 United States
Free
Celebrate your birthday at the library! All kids having a birthday this month are invited. We will have storytime, make birthday crafts, and of course, sing to each other loudly! Participants are encouraged to dress in their party best. This program is held indoors. Please review the library's COVID-19 policy at https://ippl.info/covid19 prior to attending....
Find out more »Blankets for Babies
December 5, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
$10
Brighten the hospital rooms of babies and toddlers with cozy blankets that will help them feel more comfortable in an unfamiliar place.
Find out more »Western Suburbs Hanukkah Party
December 5, 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Hinsdale
Hinsdale,
IL
United States
Family-friendly Hanukkah party for Jewish families in the Western Suburbs. RSVPs *required* at bit.ly/3CSnbUd. Oak Park Temple and Congregation Etz Chaim are co-sponsoring this year's party. Come for fun Hanukkah activities, mask-friendly "face" painting (hands, foreheads, etc.), and lighting the menorah. Take-away snacks to enjoy on the way out! You don't have to belong to...
Find out more »4:00 pm
Drive Through Christmas Nativity
December 5, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Immanuel Lutheran Church (Batavia),
950 Hart Road
Batavia, IL 60510 United States
Batavia, IL 60510 United States
Add Immanuel to your holiday lights and sights list! Stop by the parking lot to drive through our nativity scenes featuring live actors. As you navigate each of the 5 nativity stations, listen to our narrator on your phone or on CD (provided) as he tells the true story of Christmas! Drive through with narration...
Find out more »5:00 pm
Tree Lighting and Festival of Trees
December 5, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Montgomery Village Hall,
200 N River Street
Montgomery, IL 60538 United States
Montgomery, IL 60538 United States
Free
The Village of Montgomery and the Greater Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual Tree Lighting in front of the Village Hall on the first Sunday in December. The event features Santa Claus's prompt arrival at 5P by the Montgomery-Countryside Fire District fire engine, musical performances by area school children and local singers, strolling...
Find out more »6:00 pm
Stories with Santa
December 5, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Wonder Works Children’s Museum,
6445 West North Avenue
Oak Park, IL 60302 United States + Google Map
Oak Park, IL 60302 United States + Google Map
$10 – $15
Enjoy stories read by Santa, photo opportunities, festive activities, send a postcard to Santa and take home a hot cocoa kit! For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Places to See Santa.
Find out more »7:00 pm
Holiday Lights
December 5, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Mraz Park (Berwyn),
2301 Grove Avenue
Berwyn, IL 60402 United States
Berwyn, IL 60402 United States
Free
Enjoy this holiday season with your family and neighbors as we celebrate our community with the lighting of this beautiful park! Be sure to stop by and enjoy treats, hot chocolate and cider while you're there!
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