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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...

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...

$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

Santa Sendoff

Bolingbrook Clow International Airport 130 S. Clow International Parkway, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

With his reindeer resting up for the big night, we're sending Santa off in style via HELICOPTER from Clow Internationl Airport!! Estimated time of departure: 7:30pm To make sure you...

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! 💚A personalized visit with Santa 🎄30 minutes of holiday cheer to get everyone in the spirit, right from the...

$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...

$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

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