10:00 am
Feeding Time at Hidden Oaks
REGISTER BY THE THURSDAY BEFORE. Does a box turtle eat the same thing as a snapping turtle? What does a snake eat? Join naturalists as we feed the nature center’s animals and learn who eats what and why. We’ll talk about carnivores, herbivores, grazers and opportunistic eaters. In addition to fruits, vegetables and leafy greens,...
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Festival of Lights Opening Night and Kris Kringle Market
The Festival of Lights 10th Anniversary Year! This year's Festival of Lights Opening Night & Park Lighting Ceremony is set for Friday, December 2. There's free activities for everyone to enjoy! Mark your calendars. Read all the details about the festivities on the flyer posted. Don't forget the festivities last though December 23 with special...
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Mrs. Claus’ Kitchen
REGISTER IN ADVANCE Spend time with Mrs. Claus in her kitchen this holiday season. She will share her secret cookie icing recipe, which you will get to decorate your own cookies. She will also share how to make Santa Claus' favorite chocolate sprinkles. Mrs. Claus' Baking Elves will help serve her magical hot chocolate with...
Find out more »Hoot Hike and Campfire
REGISTER IN ADVANCE Discover wHOO makes Will County home! Learn about owls and their unique adaptations. Get tips on what to look and listen for while owling and then go on a hike in search of our feathered friends. Afterward, warm up around a fire with hot chocolate and marshmallows while listening to an owl...
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Hinsdale Christmas Walk
This is a treasured kickoff event to the holiday season. Join us as we head to the downtown business district to welcome Santa, enjoy the holiday tree lighting ceremony, meet & greet with Santa, ride the traditional carousel & trackless train & visit numerous vendors on site with holiday treats and games! For information...
Find out more »Snow Much Fun
Whether there is snow or no snow, you are bound to have a fun time celebrating the frosty spirit of winter. Enjoy some holiday cheer when you take selfies in Santa’s sleigh or in the giant snow globe. Slide down the inflatable slide for a nominal fee. Take a mule-drawn wagon ride around the park....
Find out more »Cocoa Crawl
Aurora Downtown's Cocoa Crawl is back! Join us at December's First Fridays for art, music, and hot cocoa. To participate in the Cocoa Crawl portion, a mug and a button are required. Cost per person: Purchase of Mug and Button gives access to Cocoa Crawl.
Find out more »Strolling Carolers
Music is one of the best parts of the holiday season! Enjoy strolling carolers throughout Downtown Wheaton as you saunter between shops. On Friday, December 2, singers from Wheaton Drama will perform and on December 16, Canterbury Carollers will spread holiday cheer with Christmas carols.
Find out more »Holiday Walk and Market
The Clarendon Hills Holiday Walk & Market kicks off with Local Merchant Shopping beginning at 5pm, and the Tree lighting at 6pm in front of Village Hall. Enjoy all that the Holiday Walk & Market have to offer including strolling carolers, horse drawn carriage rides, roasted chestnuts, refreshments, a visit with Santa, photo-ops with the...
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Holiday Stroll
Holiday cheers with friends and neighbors. Face painting, crafts, pony rides, petting zoo, art exhibit, food and drink, and more. Special guests including Santa Claus, Elsa and Anna, Minions, Frozen Robins Carolers, and other musical performances. Santa will arrive at approximately 5:45 p.m. to light the tree! For information on more events like this, check...
Find out more »Candlelight Walk
ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED Enjoy the beauty of the season with a Candlelight Walk at the Oak Park Conservatory. Walk through our greenhouses filled with luminaries and pointsettias. Children can have a magical experience having their photo taken with Santa in our greenhouse amongst the beautiful poinsettias. Drop your list for Santa in his mailbox and...
Find out more »Tree Lighting Ceremony
The Village's annual Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place Friday, December 2 at 6:00 p.m. at Memorial Park. The celebration will include performances, refreshments, and other festivities. Residents are invited to bring the whole family to this free event and enjoy hot chocolate, caroling, live music, and lots of holiday cheer. See the program and...
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Holiday Tree Lighting
The Village of Carol Stream is excited to announce the Holiday Tree Lighting hosted in partnership with the Carol Stream Park District on Friday, December 2nd from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Attendees are invited to Town Center to share holiday cheer with a seasonal music performance while we wait for Santa to arrive at 6:30...
Find out more »Christmas Walk
Our annual Christmas Walk begins Christmas in Geneva with the arrival of Carolers, Santa Lucia and Santa Claus. The courthouse lawn becomes illuminated with lights, our Great Tree and we wish for HOPE for the season. Among the twinkling lights and fresh greenery lined streets you will find downtown Geneva to be a holiday destination...
Find out more »Holiday Drop and Shop
ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED Do you want to finish last minute Christmas shopping or enjoy an evening out? Let Santa’s helpers watch your little ones! Drop off your children for an evening of fun and games. We will supply pizza, games and activities to keep everyone in the Holiday spirit. Preregistration is required
Find out more »Holly Days
Santa’s Arrival Parade Mayor Brummel Lighting the City Holiday Tree Free Horse Drawn Carriage Rides Warm Up by One of Our Fire Pits Hot Chocolate & Cookies A Visit with Santa Entertainment Provided by Local School Groups Also featuring the Warrenville Holiday Tree Showcase! For information on more events like this, check out our...
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Daddy Daughter Holiday Dance
MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE Dress your best, grab your dad and head to this popular event! Dads and daughters will dance the night away, play games and enjoy a yummy dessert table. Don’t be surprised if a jolly guest makes a special appearance. Also, order a corsage by November 30 and have it waiting for...
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