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Come join us for the first Christmas Tree lighting ceremony in Elmhurst! Enjoy festive Christmas Carols. Santa Claus arriving aboard a fire engine! The Christmas Tree will be lit after Santa arrives. Enjoy hot chocolate & cookies while visiting with Santa Claus! Also see Reindeer on Parade this year! Decorated reindeer in front of the...
Join a fun filled day of supporting local businesses and sampling cocoa beverages -- some hot, some cold and even some for those 21 years and older. Get $10 tickets at business.bartlettareachamber.com/events; ticket includes keepsake passport that lists participating businesses, a souvenir mug (while supplies last) and a raffle entry page. Free for 16 and younger. Drop...
Shop for quality artisan holiday gifts for family and friends. All ages; under 18 with an adult. Free admission. No registration.
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...
Try a virtual reality headset, send robots on a mission, and explore other gadgets in this zoo of wild technology. No registration required. For all ages. This in-person program will be held at South Branch.
Enjoy the sounds of strolling carolers in downtown Downers Grove. Confirm times as schedule varies daily.
Celebrate the wonder and joy of the holiday season with holiday crafts, stories, and more at Holly Jolly Days! 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 Christmas stories in the...
It's the most wonderful time of the year! Join us Saturday, December 9th from 1-3pm for some holiday fun! Enjoy face painting, balloon sculptures, holiday crafts for kids and a special meet and greet with some frozen guests! Activities will take place in the glass pavilion across from Starbucks.
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