Gigantic roundup of holiday season fun for families
Make holiday memories kids won’t forget with lights, hot chocolate and all kinds of magic in Champaign-Urbana and beyond
There’s something magical about the holiday season in Champaign-Urbana, for kids and parents alike. The twinkling lights, the fresh snow (if we’re lucky), and the excitement in the air all make this a memorable time of year.
Chambanamoms thanks Allerton Park & Retreat Center for presenting this comprehensive guide.
Take some time to slow down and make memories at Allerton this holiday season! Shop, dine, or take a tour in the decorated Mansion, stroll through the illuminated gardens of Holiday GLOW, treat the kids to Sweets with Santa, get your teen outside for a GLOW Scavenger Hunt, or celebrate the season at the Winter Solstice Bonfire! A variety of workshops are also planned (family crafting or girls’ night, anyone?!): wreath making, candle making, ornament painting, and candle painting. (Note: Space is limited for some events.)
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This is our complete guide to all things holiday-season in Champaign-Urbana and surrounding communities. We will keep adding posts, events and updates as they are announced, so check back often; all events are also listed on our events calendar.
Everything Holiday for Champaign-Urbana
Pin this page, post this to Facebook, save the link to your homescreen, or bookmark this link because this is one page you’re going to want to come back to over and over again for the holidays. Click on each link below to read what we’ve taken the time to put together for your family. Some topics do not have links yet as the information has not been finalized. We do our best to include links for specific events so that you can follow along with them on social media and make sure there are no last-minute cancellations or changes.
Holiday Events – A Complete List
If you are trying to make each day count this holiday season, this section is for you — click here. The holiday season gets busy, so we have done the planning for you! Be sure to check out our calendar to see a different activity each day that your family will enjoy.
Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving Meals – Where to Eat
Take a break this Thanksgiving! We have the details for where you can order complete meals to go ahead of time, where you can pre-order special sides or desserts, as well as a comprehensive list of which restaurants are open for dining on Thanksgiving.
Thanksgiving – Where to Get a Local Turkey
If you’d like to order a turkey from a local farmer or a local dining establishment, we’ll have a list for you. Don’t delay on these: many sell out completely well in advance of the big day.
Kicking Off the Holiday Season
Make Family Memories at Christmas Tree Farms Near Champaign-Urbana
There is nothing quite like heading to a Champaign-Urbana area Christmas tree farm to pick the perfect Christmas tree. Whether you want to head out to the field and cut your own tree or you prefer to choose from a selection of fresh cut trees, our handy guide will help you find the best Christmas tree farms near you. And many of the area farms offer unique experiences to make your visit even more memorable.
Holiday Parades in and around Champaign-Urbana
We love parades! Find a list of all of the holiday parades happening a short drive from Champaign-Urbana, and mark your calendars for our very own Parade of Lights.
Champaign-Urbana Area Christmas Shows, Concerts, Performances and More
Champaign-Urbana Christmas holiday performances range from single performance shows to those that run through the whole season such as plays, musicals, concerts, and of course the ballet.
Chanukah – How to Celebrate the Jewish Festival of Lights in Champaign-Urbana
Chanukah happens Dec. 7-14 this year. Learn more and find out how to celebrate.
What you Need to Know about Chanukah
Learn all about the Jewish Festival of Lights.
Shopping for Gifts and Supporting Local Restaurants
Home for the Holidays: Shopping and Eating Locally in Champaign-Urbana
You might not think about fun when you think about shopping. For some, it’s a chore. For others, it’s an enjoyable part of the season, as is enjoying festive food you don’t have to cook. Be sure to check out our Home for the Holidays roundup, sharing local shopping and eating specials from Thanksgiving through Christmas.
Holiday Food – Where to Pre-order Meals and Treats
Skip the kitchen work this holiday season. Find out where you can order holiday meal and treats ahead of time.
Where to Eat on Christmas Day
Here’s our list of where to eat out (or take-out) on Dec. 25 in Champaign-Urbana (not including fast food or coffee shops).
Holiday Bucket List
Here is our list of holiday “bucket list” to-dos, customized for Champaign-Urbana area families. Pick one, do all 35, or something in between, but whatever you do, have a wonderful holiday season making festive memories with your crew.
Make Memories, Not Clutter: 50+ Experience Gifts for Kids
Create memories, not clutter, with the gift of an experience this holiday season. We’ve got pro tips if you’d like to focus more on memories and less on STUFF this year.
Christmas Lights
Eight Great Places to See Holiday Lights in Central Illinois
Are you willing to drive all over Central Illinois for good holiday lights shows? Don’t worry, so are we! We’ve put together a list of the top Christmas light shows across the Central Illinois region, including Peoria, Mattoon, Shelbyville, Urbana, and more. Most of these are permanent, annual fixtures in their communities.
Amazing Christmas Lights Around Champaign-Urbana and Beyond
Looking for houses with the best Christmas light displays in the Champaign-Urbana metro area? Check out our list to help you plan a night with your family that’s fun, festive and free. So pack some snacks, fill up a thermos with hot cocoa — or a sippy cup with chocolate milk for the toddler crowd — and head out on a mission to find the best decorated houses.
Holiday Lights at the Zoo: Where to Go Within Driving Distance of Champaign-Urbana
We’ve found holiday zoo lights at most of the zoos, large and small, within a reasonable driving distance of Champaign-Urbana.
Traditions and Memories
Where to Find Santa in Champaign-Urbana
Where to find Santa this year — and maybe even get your picture taken — in Champaign-Urbana and beyond.
Holiday Giving and Volunteering in Champaign-Urbana
From donating toys or clothing to volunteering in some way, there are plenty of opportunities to give back this holiday season in Champaign-Urbana.
Polar Express Fun in Champaign-Urbana
There’s more to the Polar Express than the famous Monticello train rides. We list ways to experience the magic of Polar Express in Champaign-Urbana, in ways that won’t break your budget.
Chicago Fun for Families during the Holiday Season
Chicago dials it up to 11 for the holidays. We set out to discover some big-city holiday highlights with the help of our readers.
10 Ideas for a Holiday Getaway to Indianapolis with Kids
Indianapolis comes alive during the holidays! We’ve listed some of our favorite attractions in and around the city, many of which have special events during the holiday season.
How will you be celebrating the holidays? No matter how you choose to spend the season, we hope it is full of love, light, laughter, and joy.
All Upcoming Holiday Season Events
We’ve made it simple for you to scroll what is happening, in upcoming order, near you.
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Holiday Card Photo Op
Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Christmas in the Barn
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Potomac
Art Pop-up: Jodi Adams
Time: 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Urbana
Thursday, November 30, 2023
Christmas in the Barn
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Potomac
German Christmas Market
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Urbana
Holiday Card Photo Op
Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Winter Nights at Prairie Farm
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Champaign
The Nutcracker
Time: 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Location: Urbana
Friday, December 1, 2023
A Christmas Carol Downtown Event
Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Sullivan
Mistletoe Market
Time: 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Urbana
Night Lights
Time: 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Mahomet
Tuscola Christmastown
Time: 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Tuscola
Christmas in the Barn
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Potomac
FREE Horse Drawn Carriage Rides in Mahomet
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Mahomet
German Christmas Market
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Urbana
Holiday Showcase Opening Night - Tickets Required
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Mahomet Village Christmas
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Mahomet
Santa at the Library
Time: 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Location: Tolono
Santa Night at the Farm
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Shelbyville
Wild Lights
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Bloomington
Winter Nights at Prairie Farm
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Hot Chocolate and Holiday Movie Weekend - The Polar Express and Christmas Vacation
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Gibson City
The Nutcracker
Time: 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Location: Urbana
Season of Light
Time: 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Saturday, December 2, 2023
Breakfast with Santa in Downtown Arthur
Time: 8:00 am - 9:00 am
Location: Arthur
Donuts with Santa in Mahomet | Registration Required
Time: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Mahomet
Jingle Jog One Mile Fun Run/Walk
Time: 8:00 am
Location: arcola
Tuscola Christmastown
Time: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: Tuscola
Breakfast With Santa | Registration Deadline 11/27
Time: 9:00 am
Location: Mansfield
Christmas in Homer
Time: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: Homer
Cookies with Santa | Registration Required
Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Downs
Holiday Showcase - Tickets Required
Time: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Jingle Bell 5K Run
Time: 9:00 am
Location: Paxton
Kids DIY Workshop | Gingerbread House
Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Mistletoe Market
Time: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: Urbana
Pictures with Santa
Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Location: Fisher
Make and Take Ornaments
Time: 9:30 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Mahomet
Downtown Effingham Hometown Christmas
Time: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Location: Effingham
Lunch with Santa on the Train | Tickets Required
Time: 10:00 am - 2:15 pm
Location: Monticello
Sparkle with Santa
Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Winter Wonderland Carriage Rides
Time: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Christmas in the Barn - Sensory Sensitive Christmas
Time: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: Potomac
Cocoa with a Cop | Registration Deadline 11/30
Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Mahomet-Seymour High School Drama Presents: Christmas Around the World
Time: 11:00 am
Location: Mahomet
Tuscola Christmastown Parade
Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Tuscola
2023 Monticello Christmas Parade
Time: 11:30 am
Location: Monticello
Winter Holiday Crafts
Time: 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Tolono
3D Print Holiday Cheer | Registration Deadline 11/25
Time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Location: Champaign
German Christmas Market
Time: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Urbana
Santa's Station Opening Day
Time: 12:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: Normal
Mahomet-Seymour High School Drama Presents: Christmas Around the World
Time: 1:00 pm
Location: Mahomet
Clinton Christmas Parade
Time: 2:00 pm
Location: Clinton
Kids Matinee Christmas Movie
Time: 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Location: Paxton
The Nutcracker
Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: Urbana
St. Joseph Christmas Tree Lighting
Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: Saint Joseph
Weldon Village Christmas
Time: 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Weldon
Cookies with Santa | Registration Required
Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Downs
Night Lights
Time: 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Mahomet
To Grandmother's House We Go!
Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Mahomet
Decatur Christmas Parade
Time: 4:30 pm
Location: Decatur
Christmas in the Barn
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Potomac
Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Wild Lights
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Bloomington
Winter Nights at Prairie Farm
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Arthur Country Lighted Christmas Parade
Time: 5:30 pm
Location: Arthur
Pathway Of Lights
Time: 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Arcola
Hot Chocolate and Holiday Movie Weekend - The Polar Express and Christmas Vacation
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Gibson City
Ogden Tree Lighting and "Small Town Christmas" Village Opening
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Ogden
Village of Tilton Christmas "Night of Lights" Parade
Time: 6:00 pm
Location: Tilton
It's A Wonderful Life (1946)
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:15 pm
Location: Champaign
Santa's Secret Star
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Champaign
The Nutcracker
Time: 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Location: Urbana
Season of Light
Time: 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Sunday, December 3, 2023
Holiday Showcase - Tickets Required
Time: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Sinai Temple Gift Shop Chanukah Showcase
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Lunch with Santa on the Train | Tickets Required
Time: 10:00 am - 2:15 pm
Location: Monticello
Winter Wonderland Carriage Rides
Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Santa Cares Day: A Sensory-Friendly Santa Event | Reservations Required
Time: 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Location: Champaign
"Small Town Christmas" Village
Time: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: Ogden
German Christmas Market
Time: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Urbana
Cookies with Santa | Registration Required
Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: Downs
Tuscola Christmastown
Time: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location: Tuscola
BHHA Holiday Open House
Time: 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Danville
The Nutcracker
Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: Urbana
Annual Krannert Carol Concert
Time: 3:00 pm
Location: Urbana
Live Nativity at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
Time: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Lutheran Church of Mahomet Live Nativity
Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Mahomet
Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Winter Nights at Prairie Farm
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Mansfield Lighted Parade and Tree Lighting
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Mansfield
The Nutcracker
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Urbana
Home for Christmas - Christmas Carol Sing-Along
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Urbana
Monday, December 4, 2023
Pet Photos with Santa | Reservations Recommended
Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
"Small Town Christmas" Village
Time: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Ogden
Pet Photos with Santa | Reservations Recommended
Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Zoom with Santa | Registration Deadline 12/1
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location:
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
"Small Town Christmas" Village
Time: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Ogden
Downtown Decatur Christmas Walk
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Decatur
Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Thursday, December 7, 2023
"Small Town Christmas" Village
Time: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Ogden
Pictures with Santa
Time: 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Location: Champaign
German Christmas Market
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Urbana
Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Meet Santa Claus at The Virginia Theatre
Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Winter Nights at Prairie Farm
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Friday, December 8, 2023
Night Lights
Time: 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Mahomet
German Christmas Market
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Urbana
Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Live Nativity at Christ Lutheran Church
Time: 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Monticello
Wild Lights
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Bloomington
Winter Nights at Prairie Farm
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Centennial Arts & Crafts Fair
Time: 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Luminaries of Hope and Live Nativity
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Urbana
Rantoul Christmas Parade and Santa's Workshop
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Rantoul
Season of Light
Time: 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Saturday, December 9, 2023
Tolono Holiday Fun and Tree Lighting
Time: All Day
Location: Tolono
Holly Jolly Kids' Christmas
Time: 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Saint Joseph
Breakfast with Santa in Rantoul | Registration Deadline 12/4
Time: 8:00 am - 10:00 am
Location: Rantoul
Donuts with Santa
Time: 8:30 am - 10:15 am
Location: Savoy
Sensory Friendly Breakfast with Santa | Pre-Registration Required
Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Sensory Friendly Santa Event | Registration Requested
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Tuscola
Merry Market
Time: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: Paxton
"Small Town Christmas" Village
Time: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: Ogden
German Christmas Market
Time: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Urbana
Santa's Workshop
Time: 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Location: Champaign
Singing Men of GNN at Food Court
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Location: Champaign
Homer for the Holidays
Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: Homer
Magical Candyland Christmas
Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: Homer
Sensory-Friendly Matinee: Santa's Secret Star
Time: 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Location: Champaign
That Great Christmas Show with The Chorale of C-U
Time: 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Night Lights
Time: 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Mahomet
Sensory-Friendly Matinee- Season of Light
Time: 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Location: Champaign
Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Wild Lights
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Bloomington
Winter Nights at Prairie Farm
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Pathway of Lights
Time: 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Arcola
Arcola's Santa Parade
Time: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: arcola
Christmas Lights Parade
Time: 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Location: St. Joseph
Luminaries of Hope and Live Nativity
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Urbana
Santa's Secret Star
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Season of Light
Time: 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Sunday, December 10, 2023
MaHOMEt Market For The Holidays
Time: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: Mahomet
"Small Town Christmas" Village
Time: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: Ogden
German Christmas Market
Time: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Urbana
Holiday in Whoville
Time: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Sensory Hour Sweets with Santa | Tickets Required
Time: 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Location: Monticello
Holiday Goat Photo Booth
Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Parkland Guitar Ensemble Winter Concert
Time: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: Urbana
Sweets with Santa | Tickets Required
Time: 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
The Gifford State Bank Christmas Parade
Time: 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Location: Gifford
Winter Nights at Prairie Farm
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Monday, December 11, 2023
Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
"Small Town Christmas" Village
Time: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Ogden
Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Zoom with Santa | Registration Deadline 12/1
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location:
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
"Small Town Christmas" Village
Time: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Ogden
Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Thursday, December 14, 2023
"Small Town Christmas" Village
Time: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Ogden
Crisis Nursery's Children's Holiday Shop
Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: Champaign
German Christmas Market
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Urbana
Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Meet Santa Claus at The Virginia Theatre
Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Winter Nights at Prairie Farm
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Glow Teen Scavenger Hunt | Registration Required
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Cookie Decorating Workshop | Registration Required
Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Mahomet
Friday, December 15, 2023
Crisis Nursery's Children's Holiday Shop
Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Night Lights
Time: 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Mahomet
German Christmas Market
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Urbana
Glow All Ages Scavenger Hunt | Registration Required
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Winter Nights at Prairie Farm
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Season of Light
Time: 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Saturday, December 16, 2023
St. Joe Santa 5k Run/Walk
Time: 8:00 am - 9:30 am
Location: St. Joseph
Crisis Nursery's Children's Holiday Shop
Time: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Santa Breakfast at First United Methodist Church Champaign | Registration Required
Time: 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Location: Champaign
Brunch with Santa
Time: 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Location: Peoria
Holiday Delivery Truck build | Advance Registration Recommended
Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Ornament Make and Take
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Monticello
"Small Town Christmas" Village
Time: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: Ogden
German Christmas Market
Time: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Urbana
Sensory-Friendly Matinee: Santa's Secret Star
Time: 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Location: Champaign
Night Lights
Time: 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Mahomet
Sensory-Friendly Matinee- Season of Light
Time: 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Location: Champaign
Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Winter Nights at Prairie Farm
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Pathway of Lights
Time: 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Arcola
Santa's Secret Star
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Season of Light
Time: 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Sunday, December 17, 2023
Mistletoe Market
Time: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: Champaign
"Small Town Christmas" Village
Time: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: Ogden
German Christmas Market
Time: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Urbana
Horse and Carriage Rides at the Mistletoe Market
Time: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Meet Santa at the Mistletoe Market
Time: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Winter Nights at Prairie Farm
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Monday, December 18, 2023
Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
"Small Town Christmas" Village
Time: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Ogden
Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Zoom with Santa | Registration Deadline 12/1
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location:
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
"Small Town Christmas" Village
Time: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Ogden
Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Meet Santa Claus at The Virginia Theatre
Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Thursday, December 21, 2023
"Small Town Christmas" Village
Time: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Ogden
Community Christmas Party at Synergy HomeCare
Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Winter Nights at Prairie Farm
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Winter Solstice Bonfire
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Colt Ball & Friends at the Winter Solstice Bonfire
Time: 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Location: Monticello
Friday, December 22, 2023
"Small Town Christmas" Village
Time: 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Ogden
Night Lights
Time: 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Mahomet
Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Winter Nights at Prairie Farm
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Saturday, December 23, 2023
"Small Town Christmas" Village
Time: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: Ogden
Night Lights
Time: 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Mahomet
Winter Solstice Celebration - Pre-Registration Required
Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Urbana
Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Winter Nights at Prairie Farm
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Pathway of Lights
Time: 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Arcola
Sunday, December 24, 2023
"Small Town Christmas" Village
Time: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: Ogden
Night Lights
Time: 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Mahomet
Winter Nights at Prairie Farm
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Tuesday, December 26, 2023
Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Thursday, December 28, 2023
Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Winter Nights at Prairie Farm
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Friday, December 29, 2023
Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Winter Nights at Prairie Farm
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Champaign
Saturday, December 30, 2023
"Noon" Year's Eve
Time: 12:00 pm
Location: Urbana
"Small Town Christmas" Village
Time: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: Ogden
Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
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Location: Champaign
Pathway of Lights
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Location: Arcola
Sunday, December 31, 2023
Noon Year's Eve | Registration Required
Time: 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Location: Champaign
"Small Town Christmas" Village
Time: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: Ogden
Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Winter Nights at Prairie Farm
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Champaign
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Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
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Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
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Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Saturday, January 13, 2024
Holiday GLOW
Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Monticello
Saturday, January 20, 2024
My First DIY Toolbox | Advance Registration Recommended
Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Champaign
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