Wilmington Christmas Parade
Downtown Wilmington N. Water St., Wilmington, IL, United StatesThe Wilmington Christmas Parade will start downtown on North. Water Street.
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Princeton Home for the Holidays Lightshow
Bureau County Fairgrounds 811 W. Peru St., Princeton, IL, United StatesThe new Home for the Holiday Light Show is a family drive-thru experience featuring light displays and a few special guests to greet you.
Chicago Maritime Museum Holiday Party with Lee Murdock
Chicago Maritime Museum 1200 W. 35th St., Chicago, IL, United StatesSave Saturday, November 30, for a rousing afternoon and evening of magical music and storytelling by Lee Murdock at the Chicago Maritime Museum, 5:30 to 9:00 p.m. This is an all-ages performance sure to ring in the season of holiday gatherings. The party starts with admission to the
Polar Express
Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, United StatesTickets are $5 each, and will be available day-of at the Rialto Square Theatre Box Office. All seating will be General Admission—first come, first serve. Cash and credit will be accepted for payment. Bar and concessions will be available for purchase. Tom Hanks and director Robert Zemeckis
Lost & Found: Four Rivers Story Trail
Four Rivers Environmental Education Center 25055 S Walnut Ln., Channahon, IL, United StatesStroll down the Four Rivers Woodland Loop Trail and follow along with Winter Trees by Carole Gerber. On this forest adventure, you will visit the trees that have lost their leaves to learn their unique shapes and qualities. Illustrator Leslie Evans brings the story of these winter
Sauk Trail Gun Collectors Show
Bureau County Fairgrounds 811 W. Peru St., Princeton, IL, United StatesThis Princeton gun show is held at Bureau County Fairgrounds and hosted by Sauk Trail Gun Collectors. All federal and local firearm laws and ordinances must be obeyed. General Admission: $5.00 15 and Under: Free
Indige-Facts Traveling Exhibit
Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL, United StatesAre Native Americans U.S. citizens? How many Indigenous people live in this country? Do all American Indians live on reservations? What are the right words to describe the people who have always lived here? It is common for people to have questions about the lives and experiences
Chris Kringle Market – Ottawa
Jordan Block 123 W. Main St., Ottawa, United States +1 moreStroll under the twinkling lights as you immerse yourself amongst sparkling boutique windows filled with soft sweaters, brightly colored ornaments, fresh greens and new novels, all waiting to be wrapped with a bow. Grab a market mug filled with fresh Belgian hot cocoa to warm your hands
Old Fashioned Christmas in the Village
Utica invites you to celebrate the start of the holiday season at Christmas in the Village! SATURDAY HIGHLIGHTS – Horse-drawn carriage rides – Strolling barbershop quartet – Free trolley service – Children’s activities from 2-4:30pm at a NEW LOCATION the Village Hall 248 W Canal St including
Meet a Beekeeper
Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve 27064 Dutton Rd., Beecher, United StatesMeet local beekeeper Mike Rusnak to discuss the art of beekeeping. Ask questions, chat and troubleshoot. Rusnak has more than 18 years of beekeeping experience. Pick up specific beekeeping tips or simply learn more about the world of bees. Fee: Free! Age: All ages. No registration required.
Chicago Festival Ballet’s Production of the Nutcracker
Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, United StatesThis holiday favorite fairytale ballet is perfect for the entire family. The magical production features lavish costumes, exquisite sets, including a Christmas tree that grows before your eyes, and sensational choreography. Journey through the land of whirling snowflakes and visit the kingdom of the Sugar Plum Fairy.
Princeton Home for the Holidays Lightshow
Bureau County Fairgrounds 811 W. Peru St., Princeton, IL, United StatesThe new Home for the Holiday Light Show is a family drive-thru experience featuring light displays and a few special guests to greet you.
Serenity Walk Under the New Moon
Little Red SchoolhouseTake a 2-mile walk in the world’s largest Urban Night Sky Place. Dependent upon trail conditions. Ages 14 & up.
Lost & Found: Remnants of Savannas & Old Growth Forests
Four Rivers Environmental Education Center 25055 S Walnut Ln., Channahon, IL, United StatesThis traveling exhibition presents the work of landscape photographer Miles Lowry. Through remarkable photographs, Lowry captures the grace and grandeur in what remains of the vast forests and savannas that once covered the eastern half of the United States. Since 2001, he has searched out and documented
Sensory Search
Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve 27064 Dutton Rd., Beecher, United StatesHow will you choose to make discoveries in the preserve? By listening, feeling or using another one of your senses? Choose a search card or two inside the nature center before heading out to explore. After your successful search is complete, return to the nature center for
LHS Athletic Boosters Craft Show
Lemont High School 800 Porter St., Lemont, IL, United StatesLemont High School Athletic Boosters are excited to host their 2nd annual craft show Dec 7-8. The show features over 200 vendors which includes holiday crafts, jewelry, woodcrafts, fashion, home decor, art, candles, beauty, and so much more. Free pictures with Santa on Sunday from 12pm-2pm. Location:
Pullman Candlelight House Walk
Pullman National Historic Park 610 E. 111th St., Chicago, United StatesCelebrate the holiday season with the magic of Pullman at our beloved Candlelight House Walk! Experience the charm of festively decorated Pullman homes. Then enjoy a warm wassail reception and indulge in delicious homemade desserts. Explore unique holiday gifts at our silent auction featuring Pullman memorabilia. Space
LHS Athletic Boosters Craft Show
Lemont High School 800 Porter St., Lemont, IL, United StatesLemont High School Athletic Boosters are excited to host their 2nd annual craft show Dec 7-8. The show features over 200 vendors which includes holiday crafts, jewelry, woodcrafts, fashion, home decor, art, candles, beauty, and so much more. Free pictures with Santa on Sunday from 12pm-2pm. Location:
Think & Drink: A Tasting & Celebration of Winter Beers
Gaylord Building, Lockport 200 W. 8th Street, Lockport, IL, United States'Tis the season to be jolly! For our December Think & Drink, join us for a merry evening of winter cheer and frosty beers! Host Michael Pezan, a professionally certified brewer and Master Beer Judge, will guide us through the rich history and flavors of winter brews.
Holiday Traditions at Pullman National Historic Park
Pullman National Historic Park 610 E. 111th St., Chicago, United StatesPeople from around the world came to work for the Pullman Company, bringing unique traditions to their new home in America. Join us Saturday, December 14 from 2 to 4 PM at Pullman National Historical Park to celebrate the rich and diverse holiday traditions of the early
Christmas on the Prairie
Annunciation Byzantine Catholic Church 14610 S. Will Cook Road, Homer Glen, IL, United StatesAt Annunciation Byzantine Catholic Church in Homer Glen, IL the celebration of the Feast of St. Nicholas, which occurs on December 6th each year, is a venerable tradition. Annunciation parish also has a special reverence for the natural prairie lands of Illinois. In the spirit of the