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Where to buy a live tree

Where to Buy a Live Christmas Tree Near Champaign-Urbana

There is nothing quite like heading out with your family to pick out the best live Christmas tree in the Champaign-Urbana area.

Christmas shows, performances, concerts

Champaign-Urbana Area Christmas Shows, Concerts, Performances and More

Make family memories at Christmas-themed performances, concerts and shows.

What to do with leftover Halloween candy

Top 7 Things To Do with Leftover Halloween Candy

We’ve got suggestions for how to manage candy overload this Halloween and into the holiday season.

Flu shots

Where to Get a Flu Shot in Champaign-Urbana

It’s that time of year again — we provide a rundown of flu shot clinics in the Champaign-Urbana area. Presented by Christie Clinic.

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Christmas Parades and Tree Lighting Ceremonies near Champaign-Urbana

Holiday Parades and Tree Lightings in the Champaign-Urbana Area

Holiday magic comes to life during the community parades and tree lighting ceremonies of the season in the Champaign-Urbana area.

Holiday season on a budget

35+ Ways to have Holiday Season Fun on a Budget in Champaign-Urbana

We’ve put together a list of 35 fun things to do this holiday season in Champaign-Urbana.

Where to See Santa

Where to Find Santa Claus in the Champaign-Urbana Area

Santa Claus is coming to Champaign-Urbana! We list local places where your children can see him and ensure their spot on the nice list this year.

Holiday lights around Central Illinois

10 Great Places to See Holiday Lights in Central Illinois 

Love holiday lights? Make some cocoa, hop in the car and check out these community displays around Central Illinois.

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Lincoln Park Zoo Lights

Zoo Lights: Find them in Bloomington, Chicago, Indianapolis and Saint Louis

Zoom over to area zoos for a memorable, magical holiday lights experience – within driving distance from Champaign-Urbana.

Night Lights Return to Lake of the Woods Botanical Garden

Holiday lights are returning to the botanical garden at Lake of the Woods this year.

Daylight Savings Time Spring

5 Sanity-Saving Strategies For Parents at ‘Fall Back’

It’s that time of year again: time to roll clocks back before bed on Oct. 31. Our tips to help families adjust to the time change.

Diwali at UIUC

Celebrating Diwali with Kids in Champaign-Urbana

Diwali is the joyous Hindu Festival of Lights, involving candles/lanterns, traditional floor decorations, homecoming, feasting, and fireworks.

School bus

When it Comes to Illinois Holidays and Elections, Don’t Believe What You Read on the Internet

Election Day in Illinois is a state holiday, but that doesn’t mean kids have a day off from school.

Where to Order a Thanksgiving Turkey in Champaign-Urbana

How to find that special Thanksgiving turkey for the holiday table in Champaign-Urbana.

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