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First two Saturdays in December at Millennium Plaza from 1 to 3 p.m. Take a photo with Santa Claus! Photos will be available for digital download after the event. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Places to See Santa.
Families and children of all ages are invited to Cantigny Park to “Celebrate the Season.” For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Places to See Santa.
Join In A Twist artists to learn how to make beautiful small trees using gemstones and wire. If you can count, you can join! The artists work with all ages to make these beautiful trees to take home. They never need water and make a great gift.
ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED Santa is coming to St. Charles at Giordano’s Pizzeria! Enjoy a magical experience with the jolly ol’ fella as you settle in for a family dinner of oh so cheesy pizza — offered in thin crust and deep dish — with salad and soda. While you savor some delicious cookies baked fresh...
Join us for another exciting Festival of Lights event. Milk & cookies with Santa Clause is a great way to get into the holiday spirit. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Place to Eat with Santa.
Santa Parade & Tree Lighting Join in the fun and watch the holiday parade through downtown Lisle! Santa, the Lisle-Woodridge Fire District, the Village and others will participate in this time-honored tradition. The parade will kick off at 4:30 p.m., followed by the annual tree lighting ceremony at 5:00 p.m. in front of the Village...
Celebrate the arrival of the holiday season with a community drone light show at 4:45 p.m. this Saturday, Dec. 3 near Scoville Park at the corner of Lake Street and Oak Park Avenue. Weather permitting, the professional, holiday-themed drone art show will feature unmanned aerial vehicles flying in a coordinated fashion with light fixtures attached....
Visit our guide of the 2022 Best Christmas Lights and Holiday Light Shows in Chicago’s Suburbs to find all the best spots for viewing holiday lights this season.
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