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Winter Around the World

Elmwood Park Public Library 1 Conti Parkway, Elmwood Park, IL, United States

Come celebrate the holiday season with us and get cozy with a cup of hot cocoa. We will learn how winter holidays are observed all over the world, make a nice craft to take home, and have cute props to take lots of holiday pictures. Get ready for lots of holiday fun!

Free

Candy Cane Hunt – FULL

Main Street Recreation Center (Glen Ellyn) 501 Hill Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL, United States

Search for hundreds of hidden candy canes, create a candy cane-inspired craft project, and enjoy story time before heading outdoors for the hunt. In case of inclement weather, the hunt will be held inside at the recreation center. In addition to the regular candy canes, there will be special candy canes that lead to an...

$10 – $15

Narwhal and Jelly Party

Helen Plum Library 411 South Main Street, Lombard, IL, United States

Do you love the Narwhal and Jelly comics? Are waffles your super weakness? This is the party for you! We'll celebrate this super series with games, crafts, and more.

Free

Experience Winter

Sagawau Environmental Learning Center 12545 W 111th St, Lemont, IL, United States

Bring the family and enjoy a trail hike with a naturalist. Weather dependent.

Free

HO-HO-Home Visit with Santa

Various Locations IL, United States

One of our most popular events is back for the holidays! πŸ’šA personalized visit with Santa πŸŽ„30 minutes of holiday cheer to get everyone in the spirit, right from the comfort of your home! This is will be a photo opportunity like no other. Let the magic of the North Pole come to you! β›„Our...

$275
Event Series Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides

Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides

Downtown Long Grove 308 Old McHenry Road, Long Grove, IL, United States

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 the clattering of horse hooves lead the way. Ride Dates November 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26 December 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23...

$15

Holly Trolley Storytime

Downtown Elmhurst York and Vallette, Elmhurst, IL, United States

Join Kids' Library staff on the Elmhurst Holly Trolley for a rollicking seasonal storytime! The ride will begin at the trolley stop on the corner of York and Park.

Free

Living Nativity

Holy Trinity Lutheran Church (Elgin) 357 Division Street, Unit #3, Elgin, United States

All are welcome to this special event outside in the side yard of the church. Hear the story of Jesus, meet some real animals, and enjoy hot cocoa & cookies inside the church! Children under age 12 will be given a small gift. Merry Christmas!   For information on more events like this, check out...

Free

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