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Santa Arrival Celebration

Fox Valley Mall 195 Fox Valley Center, Aurora, IL, United States

Join us for Santaโ€™s Arrival Celebration on Saturday, November 11th in Macy's Court. Santa will arrive by Fox Valley Express Train, and make his way to his โ€œPeanuts Christmas Experience with Santaโ€ home near Macyโ€™s. The "Peanuts Christmas Experience with Santa" is a walk-through, interactive set inspired by the โ€œPeanutsโ€ comic strip and the holiday...

Free

Howliday Parade

River Bend Community Park (St Charles) Courier & Geneva Aves, St Charles, IL, United States

Ho, Ho, Ho. Merry Woofmas! Bring your festive furry friend out for the ulti-mutt winter event! Enjoy activities with onsite doggie vendors while leisurely walking along a 1/2 mile trail. Dress up in your holiday best to participate in the costume contest. Remember your camera for pictures with Santa Claus! Puppuccinos for pooches & a...

$5

Fox Valley Reading Council Family Reading Day

Santori Library (Aurora) 101 S. River Street, Aurora, IL, United States

Join us for storytime fun as stories from celebrated Illinois authors are shared. The Fox Valley Reading Council will share goodie bags and other prizes.

Free

Family Event: Native American Heritage Month

Chicago History Museum 1601 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

Did you know that Chicago is home to one of the largest urban Indigenous populations in the US, with more than 65,000 Native Americans living in the metropolitan area? Join us to celebrate the cityโ€™s vibrant Native communities and a history that spans centuries. Included with general admission; RSVP not required.

Included in general admission

Arts Showcase

Gary Morava Recreation Center 110 W Camp McDonald Road, Prospect Heights, IL, United States

Get a head start with your holiday shopping... -CRAFT/VENDOR FAIR -KIDS HOLIDAY SHOPPING BOUTIQUE -SILENT AUCTION ...and enjoy the -COMPETITION DANCE TEAM PERFORMANCES 110 W CAMP MCDONALD ROAD, PROSPECT HEIGHTS IL 60070 | 847.394.2848 | WWW.PHPARKS.ORG -PRESCHOOL ARTS SHOWCASE

Lapidary Activity Day

Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art 1220 Kensington Road, Oak Brook, IL, United States

Join us as we celebrate the Lapidary Arts with artist demonstrators from the West Suburban Lapidary Club. See cutting and polishing stone, wire-wrap, silversmithing, carving, beadstringing and childrenโ€™s activities.

Free
Event Series Winterfest Art Market

Winterfest Art Market

Downtown Batavia

Fine artists and artisans selling. handmade, vintage, and repurposed items will be featured throughout 150 First Street, Water Street Studios, and Hearth & Hammer. The event will have drinks, food, and live entertainment throughout the weekend. Join us for workshops throughout the weekend at Water Street Studios! Visit Winterfest Classes for more information and registration...

Free

Veterans Day Procession

Downtown Aurora Aurora, IL, United States

The City of Aurora recognizes the dedication of local military service men and women that have served our country at the annual Veterans Day Procession and Ceremony on Saturday, November 11th, 2023. The procession steps-off at the corner of Water St. and Downer Pl. at 10:15 a.m. Units will march West on Downer Place. The...

Free

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