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Santa’s Kick Off Supporting St. Jude

Fashion Outlets of Chicago 5220 Fashion Outlets Way, Rosemont, IL, United States

On Saturday, November 19 beginning at 10:30 a.m., welcome Santa back to Fashion Outlets of Chicago during Santa’s Kick Off. Kids will receive a goodie bag with supplies so they can decorate a Cinnabon MiniBon®, write a letter to Santa and create a holiday craft. Then at 11 a.m., join in on spreading the holiday...

donations accepted
Event Series Downtown Holiday Trolley

Downtown Holiday Trolley

Downtown Aurora Aurora, IL, United States

New this year to coincide with Christkindlmarket at RiverEdge Park, Aurora Downtown will feature a Downtown Holiday Trolley on Saturdays from noon to 3:30 p.m. from November 19 to December 17. The trolley, generously sponsored by Invest Aurora, will make four stops while making a loop through downtown Aurora, beginning and ending at Aurora Transportation...

Free

Santa Lands By Helicopter

Stratford Crossing 142 S Gary Avenue, Bloomingdale

Join us at Stratford Crossing In Bloomingdale to welcome Santa Arriving by Helicopter to kick off the holiday season. The festivities start at 12 noon on Sunday, November 20th, 2022. Enjoy magic shows, face painting, balloon artists, kid's crafts, free giveaways and more. RSVP now to see Santa land via helicopter at Stratford Crossing on...

Polar Market

Downtown Glen Ellyn Main Street & Crescent Boulevard, Glen Ellyn, IL, United States

Get in the holiday spirit at the Park District’s inaugural Polar Market. Enjoy holiday shopping, carolers performing winter classics, ice skating (bring your own skates from home), and even a visit with St. Nick himself. Popcorn and hot chocolate will be available for purchase. The event is free and open to the public.   For...

Free
Event Series Downtown Holiday Trolley

Downtown Holiday Trolley

Downtown Aurora Aurora, IL, United States

New this year to coincide with Christkindlmarket at RiverEdge Park, Aurora Downtown will feature a Downtown Holiday Trolley on Saturdays from noon to 3:30 p.m. from November 19 to December 17. The trolley, generously sponsored by Invest Aurora, will make four stops while making a loop through downtown Aurora, beginning and ending at Aurora Transportation...

Free

Holiday Stroll

Downtown Riverside Central Business District, Riverside, IL

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...

Free

Daddy Daughter Holiday Dance

Lombard Community Building 433 E St Charles Rd, Lombard, IL, United States

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...

$13 – $15

Jolly Trolley

Downtown Wheaton South Main Street & West Liberty Drive, Wheaton, IL, United States

Have a holly jolly time on the jolly trolley! For one day only, the Downtown Wheaton Association and Town Square Wheaton are partnering to bring you the Jolly Trolley… a Christmas-themed trolley shuttling shoppers between Downtown Wheaton and Town Square. It’s the perfect opportunity to take care of all your shopping while celebrating the most...

Free

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