Select your holiday tree, wreaths, garland, and planters from our lot, then join us for this Winter Wonderland event! Our vintage red pickup truck is the perfect spot for your...
Home Depot kids workshops are back! Stop by your local shop on the first Saturday of the month from 9:00am - 12:00pm. Horseshoe Game – November 4, 2023 Penguin Ornament...
Fresh flowers, artisan foods, music. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.
Get your holiday shopping done and support local artists.
Pop in to the Youth Services Department and enjoy playing one of our board games during your library visit. No registration needed. For families. This in-person program will be held...
Visit Santa at the zoo! While you are here, make a craft or two and tour the zoo before you go. Admission includes crafts, refreshments, and, of course, a visit...
Have you ever wondered what’s going on in our 18th-century Traders Cabin or wanted to peek inside the Native American Longhouse? This is your chance to explore the buildings at...
Visit our festive holiday gift shop! Numerous vendors of hand-crafted items display their unique creations for purchase.
St. Charles Holiday Homecoming is one of the Midwest's most spectacular holiday events. Come to the most magical celebration to kick off your holiday season with the Lighting of the...
Saturdays Thanksgiving to Christmas. All movies start at 10:30am at the Glen Art Theatre.
Would you like to learn more about the programs and events at the Nature Center? Do you want to come in and visit some really cool critters? Come to our...
This holiday season, bring your family and friends to meet Santa at the Atrium! Enjoy a magical experience and create lasting memories with a free photo opportunity with Santa Claus....
Carriage rides are one of our most beloved activities during our Vintage Holidays season. Passengers are invited to sit back and take in the nostalgia of our historic downtown as...
Enjoy the sounds of strolling carolers in downtown Downers Grove. Confirm times as schedule varies daily.
Santa has returned to the North Pole to get his sleigh ready for Christmas Day, but don't worry! He'll be back next year from November 25th through December 23rd. He...
Visit Santa in his gingerbread house at the corner of Main Street and Curtiss Street. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Places...
Kick off the holiday season with us on Saturday, November 25th as Lockport’s Central Square transforms into a Holiday Winter Wonderland! Visit with Santa & Mrs. Claus, The Grinch, Buddy...
Happy Dinovember! See a live dinosaur in our parking lot before joining T-Rexplorers for a fascinating look at real dinosaur bones! For families with children of all ages.
Drop in and build something awesome with our many LEGO bricks. Live in-person. Drop-in. No registration.
Free hot beverages and treats will be served at the Lighting Ceremony. Following the parade of lights, enjoy food and drinks, and patronize pop-up vendors at the Stevenson Center. If...
Time to deck the halls! 🔔🎄🎁 #GenevaCommons is having our annual Christmas Tree Lighting celebration on Saturday, November 25th, from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM. In front of Williams and...
New for the winter season! Navy Pier’s free dazzling Award-Winning fireworks display will now feature Saturday shows this winter! Get cozy on the Pier and enjoy the spectacular winter display....
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