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Thomas the Tank Engine Party

Fountaindale Public Library 300 W Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

Choo Choo! Celebrate the beloved character Thomas the Tank Engine with crafts, games and activities all about a little train and his steam engine friends. (Babies–Age 5 with an adult)

Free
Event Series Holly Jolly Days

Holly Jolly Days

Naper Settlement 523 S. Weber Street, Naperville, IL, United States

Celebrate the wonder and joy of the holiday season with holiday crafts, stories, and more! Learn how reindeer shoes are made with a special story-time and demonstration by the blacksmith at the forge. Create your own holiday crafts to take home in the Meeting House. Listen to holiday stories in the museum’s one-room Schoolhouse. And...

$5

Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony

Metropolitan Square Metropolitan Way and Market Street, Des Plaines, United States

Join us for live entertainment, a special appearance by Santa, and admire the trees decorated by local community groups. Don’t forget to drop off your letter to the North Pole at our mailbox! This year’s theme is β€œHoliday Magic" and celebrates the wonder and joy of Des Plaines' community. The mitten tree will be available...

Mrs. Claus’ Storytime – FULL

North Riverside Public Library 2400 Des Plaines Avenue, North Riverside, IL, United States

Join us for a very special storytime featuring Mrs. Claus! Children ages 5 and under with an adult.      For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Places to See Santa.

Free

First Friday: Holiday Walk Pre-Party

Geneva Public Library 227 S 7th Street, Geneva, IL, United States

Join us before the Holiday Walk in Geneva begins for crafts, face painting, and special Snow Queen guest! Come to the Library for a Holiday Walk pre-party and make a personalized ornament while supplies last. You can also get your face painted by Terri Mate and meet a special Snow Queen!

Hometown Holiday

North Park (Inverness) 300 N Highland Road, Inverness, United States

Visit with Santa at Inverness Park District's Hometown Holiday, on Friday, December 6, 2024, beginning at 5:00pm. This event will be held at North Park located at 300 N Highland Rd., Inverness, IL 60067.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Places to See Santa.

Hinsdale Christmas Walk

Downtown Hinsdale Hinsdale, IL, United States

The Christmas Walk isa time-honored family tradition and kickoff to the holiday season. Watch Santa's arrival to town, visit Santa in his Workshop, take rides on the trackless train and carousel, and visit the shops of Hinsdale as well as vendors along Washington for fun holiday treats and giveaways.   For information on more events...

Free

Holiday Stroll

Village of Elmwood Park 11 Conti Parkway, Elmwood Park, United States

Tree lighting in front of village hall promptly at 6pm. Hot chocolate will be served from 5-7pm. Turning Point dancers will be dancing at 5:30pm. Popcorn will be provided by the Elmwood Park Public Library. The Chicago Carolers will perform from 6:15-7:00pm. Take a train ride around the circle from 5:00-6:30pm. Drop your letters to...

Free

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