Arlington Heights Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Arlington Heights and surrounding areas
Experience the Christmas season in Arlington Heights with glittering lights and a variety of holiday activities centered around the Metropolis area and downtown, where festive events and seasonal attractions bring neighbors together. Highlights like A Christmas Carol at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre and the Arlington Heights Holiday Tree Lighting & Festive Fun create memorable things to do, from holiday markets to family performances and neighborhood celebrations.
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Christmas Markets
28 eventsCommunity winter festival with tree lighting and Santa visits.
Christmas Lights
14 eventsEnchanting 1.3-mile illuminated trail with artistic light displays.
Christmas Shows
9 eventsMariah Carey's "Christmas Time" concert tour
Christmas Parties
6 eventsBreakfast with Santa Claus
Christmas Activities
43 eventsChristmas-themed national championship with indoor snowball fights
Editor's Picks (6)
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Lightscape at Chicago Botanic Garden
(Glencoe)
Enchanting 1.3-mile illuminated trail with artistic light displays.
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Mariah Carey's Christmas Time
(Rosemont)
Mariah Carey's "Christmas Time" concert tour
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Christmas Classic Chicago South
(Schaumburg)
Christmas-themed national championship with indoor snowball fights
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Breakfast with Santa
(Glenview)
Breakfast with Santa Claus
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Skate with Santa
(Wilmette)
Holiday-themed public skate with Santa Claus
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Village Tree Lighting & Downtown Holiday Walk
(Libertyville)
Santa's grand entrance to light the Village Holiday Tree
Events Happening Soon (6)
Latest News & Updates
Stay informed about holiday events and activities in Arlington Heights
- Voices Unlimited Chorus Presents 'A Christmas Invitation' Published: Wed, Nov 19, 2025
- Arlington Heights Holiday Musical "A Christmas Carol" Published: Tue, Nov 18, 2025
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Arlington Heights Christmas FAQ
The Holiday Tree Lighting at North School Park is one of the biggest annual events, featuring live performances, a countdown to light the tree, and festive activities at Harmony Park including reindeer visits and ice carving.
Arlington Heights celebrates with community-focused events like trolley rides featuring Dickensian characters between parks, interactive light displays themed around children’s toys, and local neighborhood decorating contests.
Neighborhoods around North School Park and Harmony Park are known for their impressive holiday light displays and festive decorations, making them popular spots for walking or driving tours of Christmas lights.
Christmas markets and local artisan vendors are often found at community centers and park district venues throughout Arlington Heights, with seasonal craft fairs and holiday markets held on weekends during the holiday season.
Visiting the free light displays at North School Park and Harmony Park, attending the Holiday Tree Lighting event, and exploring local neighborhood displays are budget-friendly ways to enjoy the season in Arlington Heights.
Families can enjoy interactive light displays at North School Park, visits with Santa at Harmony Park, and seasonal markets offering crafts and kid-friendly activities throughout Arlington Heights during the holidays.