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Woodridge VFW Veterans Day Celebration

Woodridge Public Library 3 Plaza Dr, Woodridge, IL, United States

Woodridge VFW Post 1578 will hold its Veterans Day service on Friday, November 11 at 11:00 a.m. on the main floor of the Woodridge Public Library. The Woodridge Library is the planned location for this event and it will take place indoors at the library rain or shine. This event is open to the public.

Veterans Day Ceremony

Veterans Memorial Park (Glendale Heights) 220 Civic Center, Glendale Heights

Held every year on November 11 at 11:00am at Veterans Memorial Park, 220 Civic Center Plaza. The event includes a flag and color guard presentation, rifle salute and a tribute to our fallen warriors.

Free

Santa Arrival Party and Tree Lighting

Orland Square Mall 288 Orland Square Drive, Orland Park, IL, United States

Join us by the 30-foot tree outside Cheescake Factory as Santa kicks off the holiday season with a tree lighting. Follow him with carolers through the mall and enjoy cookies, coloring and games at the Santa Set.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Places to See Santa.

Strides for Pie 5K

Primrose Farm 5N726 Crane Rd, St. Charles, IL, United States

REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED Gather your flock of friends and family for a fun-filled ‘easy as pie’ 5K race! Those with the fastest strides will win a savory pie… apple, pumpkin, cream, custard…the possibilities of pies are endless! This chip-timed course features terrain with gravel, grass and paved trails. Pre- and post-race snacks provided. Top finishers in...

$35 – $45

The Gingerbread Man Run, Run as Fast as You Can

Burr Ridge Community Center 15W400 Harvester Drive, Burr Ridge, IL, United States

REGISTER IN ADVANCE Hot chocolate, story walk, short run with the Gingerbread man and gingerbread crafts. We will be outdoor for a portion of the class.

$15

Christmas Crafting from Grandma’s Kitchen

DuPage County Historical Museum 102 E Wesley St, Wheaton, IL, United States

ADVANCE REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED Create popcorn garlands, tree trimmings, simmering citrus potpourri, cards, and gifts featuring grandma’s favorite recipes in conjunction with the Museum’s Grandma’s Kitchen exhibit which is on display through May 2023. Join us individually or bring the whole family for an afternoon of hands-on holiday crafting with the Culinary Historians of Northern Illinois....

$5 – $10

Holiday Tree Lighting and Family Fun Event

The Promenade Bolingbrook 631 E Boughton Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

The Promenade Bolingbrook will host its annual tree lighting ceremony on Saturday, November 12th from 3pm – 6pm Click here to find the activity locations Horse trolley rides from 1pm – 5pm Santa visits starting at 3pm Crafts rooms, balloon twisters, face painters 3pm – 5:45pm Magic Show on Hemingway Trail 3:30, 4:30, 5:30 (each...

Holly Days Pancake Breakfast

Westmont Park District 75 East Richmond Street, Westmont, IL, United States

In-person dining and drive-thru available. Full menu available on their website. 

Free – $7

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