Waste management offers curbside Christmas tree pickup in O'Fallon and Shiloh. Drop-off locations are available in Belleville, including Ladermann Park at 1105 Mascoutah Ave.
Belleville News & Updates
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Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Several grocery stores in the Belleville, Illinois area will be closing early on Christmas Eve. This allows employees to spend the holiday with their families.
Monday, December 22, 2025
A St. Louis suburb, less than an hour from Belleville, has been recognized by HGTV as a top Christmas destination. The town offers festive activities like photos with Santa, a gingerbread village, and a holiday history trail.
Saturday, December 20, 2025
Belleville city offices will close at noon on Christmas Eve and will reopen on December 26th. This early closure is in observance of the Christmas holiday.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
A local spot and St. Louis suburb has been recognized as one of the best small towns to visit for Christmas. St. Charles, located less than an hour from Belleville, offers a festive Christmas town feeling.
Friday, December 12, 2025
Dozens gathered on Illinois Street in Belleville for a Christmas tree lighting ceremony. The event served to honor loved ones who have been lost.
Thursday, December 11, 2025
Belleville is highlighted for its extensive Main Street district, which is part of the Christmas market season. This event draws visitors to the Illinois-Missouri border town.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Belleville residents have nicknamed a local home "Belleville's Christmas House." The display features an impressive nearly 100,000 Christmas lights.
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Belleville-area residents are encouraged to share their favorite local Christmas light displays. Popular spots like the Shrine of Our Lady of the Snow's annual display are already well-known.
Thursday, November 20, 2025
An obituary for Arthur Jacobs of Belleville, IL, mentions "Christmas by the River." The article is part of a collection of obituaries from RiverBender.com.