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Live Music - Free Photos with Santa. Free crafts table for the kids. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Place to Eat with...
The Willowbrook/Burr Ridge Kiwanis Club presents Pancake Breakfast with Santa. All you can eat pancakes with toppings, sausage, milk, coffee, OJ. Picture opportunity with Santa, Children's crafts, Rudolph's Reindeer Games...
REGISTER IN ADVANCE Santa is making a last minute stop by The Lodge at KLM Park to check who has been naughty or nice! Join us for an intimate breakfast...
And he's looking to have a WHOLE LOT of UNLIMITED FUN! Get tickets to Breakfast with Santa today and enjoy a piping hot breakfast, meet the big man himself, enjoy...
Santa has a secret - he loves donuts! While sipping hot chocolate, parents and children enjoy delicious donuts provided by Naperville's own DeEtta's Bakery, participate in a holiday story told...
MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE Ages 2 and up - You're invited to Wilder Mansion, where the fun begins with cookies and cocoa served by Santa's Elves. There will be holiday...
Get into the holiday spirit while shopping at our annual Holiday Bazaar! Bring the whole family for a photo opportunity with the Grinch on Sat, Dec 2 from 10-12pm! The...
Full breakfast buffet, free to Hodgkins residents. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Place to Eat with Santa.
Embrace the season at this Candyland-inspired winter festival! Enjoy delightful live music, crafts, stories, and activities in Lollipop Woods in the Youth Department from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Twist and twirl to...
Join us for a merry morning with activities, story time and snacks with Santa! *Please bring your own camera. All ages. Limited seating. Registration required by 11/27. For information...
Pancake breakfast, pictures with Santa, ornament making, a visit from the grinch and activities at our child care center. For information on more events like this, check out our...
Santa's Pajama Jam is back! Make magical memories with the family as you visit Santa and gear up for the holiday season with a day of free, fun activities at...
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...
We are doing a MASSIVE transformation of our Oak Brook campus and providing FREE activities for families on December 2. Join us for a day of making meaningful memories with...
No registration required. A portion of the proceeds from the event will benefit Central Indiana Lab Rescue & Adoption. Photos will take place at the Happy Dog Barkery, 5118 Main...
Shop your way through the indoor artisan market featuring local makers and hop on a trolley to experience a historic tour of the City with the Des Plaines History Center...
Stop in at Lake Theatre for a free viewing of The Grinch (10 AM) Catch a glimpse of Santa walking around the district Fill up your cookie tin during our...
Brookfield Il hosts a Holiday walk on this day, and we are going to have the first annual Kris Kringle Market as an additional attraction to the Holiday walk. We...
Julmarknad is the Museum’s annual Christmas Bazaar, where traditional Scandinavian and modern handicrafts will be available for purchase. Visit the Children’s Museum for crafts, games and a special visit from...
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2023 Come out and celebrate with Santa early for a delicious brunch served at our local VFW. We will have crafts, games and pictures with Santa from...
City of Countryside's Annual Children's Christmas Party. Tickets may be picked up at City Hall beginning November 13th. Don't forget your camera to take photos with Santa. Light refreshments will...
Saturdays Thanksgiving to Christmas. All movies start at 10:30am at the Glen Art Theatre.
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....
Join Us for the United Way of Will County Spirit of Giving Event, Partnering with the Promenade Bolingbrook. The much-awaited Spirit of Giving event is back, and it’s time to...
Holiday Visits w/ Santa Barrington’s White House 11 AM – 2 PM Bring the entire family and get a picture-perfect photo with Santa! Visit Santa at Barrington’s White House! As...
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...
REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED Celebrate the season and skate with Santa, at Rocket Ice Arena in Bolingbrook. Naperville Park District registered participants enjoy private ice time, photo opportunities with Santa, holiday music...
Run, run, run as fast as you can and come to our gingerbread party! We will have crafts, games, hot chocolate and photo opportunities in front of holiday themed backdrops....
Get comfy, enjoy some popcorn, and join us in the Ferrentino Room for a family movie matinee!
Enjoy the sounds of strolling carolers in downtown Downers Grove. Confirm times as schedule varies daily.
With the holidays quickly approaching, it’s time to get ready for the Western Springs Business Association’s Winter Wonderland and Photos with Santa! Mark your calendars for Saturday, December 2 from...
RSVP for The John Garry Team Pictures with Santa Please let us know you'll be there! Eagle Brook Country Club - 2288 Fargo Blvd. Geneva, IL Saturday, December 2nd 12:30pm-3pm...
Take a photo with Santa Claus! Photos will be available for no-cost digital download after the event. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of...
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...
Santa is saddling up his reindeer and heading our way on December 2 from 1-4 PM! 🎅🎄 Grab your wishlist and come on down to join in the holiday festivities!...
Come meet The Grinch! •FREE EVENT• 📸 Take a photo (bring your camera) ☕️ Grab a hot cocoa & cotton candy from Poupeepuf 🔥 Hang out by the fire 🛍️...
Palatine Children’s Chorus Winter Chorus Concert “Winter Fantasy”.
All ages. Explore the multicultural identity of Eastern Europe. Belarus, Hebrew, Russia and Ukraine heritage will be shared by members of the Krug Community Circle during this family event. Drop...
Kiddie Academy of Darien welcomes Santa & The Grinch for cookies and cocoa! You can look forward to: Photo opportunities with Santa & The Grinch Ornament Making Hot Cocoa Bar...
We are proud to work with Princess Fairytale Parties to bring you a whole season of Characters at the Creamery! No tickets required. For information on more events like this,...
Fa-la-la Lemont! Hometown Holiday is Lemont’s holly jolly celebration of Christmas cheer. Join us on Saturday, December 2 for this celebration of all things Merry and Bright. It’s the most...
Play with our Beyblades (spinning top toys) and have a friendly competition to see whose toy will spin the longest.
A holiday tradition in Lisle featuring free old-fashioned, festive fun for the entire family! This event takes place in conjunction with the Village of Lisle's Santa Parade, Tree Lighting Ceremony,...
Join the Mt. Prospect Community Band as they perform “It’s Christmas Time” at Trinity United Methodist Church (605 W. Golf Road, Mount Prospect).
Join the City of West Chicago in its historic downtown area for West Chicago's annual winter festival, Frosty Fest. Each year the event kicks off with the Frosty Fest Procession...
We are so excited for this year’s annual family event! All are welcome to join us on December 2nd from 4-7 pm. We will have all the favorites like horse-drawn...
Jingles, the reindeer, invites you to join the Lombard Park District, Village of Lombard, Lombard Chamber of Commerce, Calvary Church, Lombard Bible Church, Lombard Historical Society, and Maple Street Chapel...
Kick off the holiday season with some extra cheer! Enjoy this FREE family event! Featuring free photo with Santa courtesy of JW Reedy: 4:00-8:00 Petting zoo & pony rides: 4:00...
The Village of New Lenox is continuing its Christmas in the Commons tradition with another year of lights and holiday festivities in the Village Commons. Christmas in the Commons will...
Mark your calendars! A family event you won't want to miss! Christmas Wonder is Saturday, December 2nd! Visit the Bethlehem Marketplace. Enjoy family activities, light snacks & more! Experience a...
Get in the Jubilee spirit with the Library from 4–8pm! We’ll have a wintery photobooth and holiday lights glasses (while supplies last), as well as appearances by your favorite snowy...
Start your “Christmas at Cantigny” experience inside the Visitors Center and get a photo with Santa! The jolly old elf will be waiting for you in Le Jardin. Be sure...
Create some lasting memories by celebrating the season in Lisle! Visit downtown Lisle on December 2, 2023 to join in holiday tradition and share the merriment! Mr. and Mrs. Claus...
Bring your family, friends and neighbors to help ring in the holiday season at the one and only Holly Days Winter Festival! We officially kick off the month-long festival on...
Ho, Ho, Ho! Santa and Mrs. Claus visit Downtown Wheaton this holiday season, and they want to see you! This is the perfect time to take a picture with Santa...
Join us at Making Spirits Bright for a kick-off to the holiday season! There’ll be a small lighted vehicle parade down State Street to start the event followed by a...
Bring your family, friends and neighbors to help ring in the holiday season at the one and only Holly Days Winter Festival! We officially kick off the month-long festival on...
Discover an enchanted “Winter Wonderland” as the Prairie Lakes Community Center is transformed into a fun-filled holiday festival experience for all ages! There is winter fun for the entire family...
'Tis the season for holiday magic - and this year is no exception! We're ramping up excitement and lighting up La Grange with dramatic holiday activities, illumination, carolers, cocktails and...
Kick off the 2023 Winter Walk! Countdown, Santa, Vendors, Displays, and MORE! For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Places to See Santa.
Join us the evening of La Grange’s Holiday Walk for Ben's Bubble Show, a unique, visual delight! See mind-boggling bubble sculptures, giant bubbles, smoke bubbles, people inside bubbles and much...
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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