Des Plaines News & Updates

Do-Rite Donuts is offering a special treat for Christmas morning in the Des Plaines area. Orders must be placed by noon on Wednesday to ensure delivery for the holiday.

Lehnertz is recognized as the oldest, free traditional Christmas display in Illinois. The article also mentions a nonprofit in Des Plaines needs help wrapping presents.

A local high school art project is showcasing talent inspired by the "Magical Christmas Ballet" touring production. The event highlights student creativity in Des Plaines, IL.

Trinity Wilmette invites guests to join them for a Christmas Eve worship service. The event can be attended in person or online.

St. Paul Lutheran Church is holding a German Christmas Service. This event draws worshipers from the local community and is located at 770 Lee St. in Des Plaines, IL.

The main Christmas tree is now in place in downtown Des Plaines, with numerous smaller trees also set to be delivered. Local organizations are preparing for the holiday season.

A free Christmas benefit concert is scheduled to offer a break from the holiday rush. The event promises a night filled with Christmas cheer.

A card drive is underway to help brighten the holidays for residents in Des Plaines. Cards can be dropped off at a designated location on River Road.

The Pilgrim Fellowship high school youth group of First Congregational United Church of Christ in Des Plaines is hosting a Holiday Cookie Walk and Christmas Pageant. This event is scheduled for this weekend.

Around 100 semi-trucks participated in a convoy to a Catholic Shrine in Des Plaines, Illinois. This event marked the official kickoff of the Christmas season, occurring during a significant snowstorm.

Northbrook Theatre is staging 'A Christmas Chaos,' a holiday show where a 'rag-tag bunch' must save the holiday. The event is relevant to the Des Plaines, IL area.

Camerata Chicago and its choir and soloists will perform Handel's Messiah. This Christmas concert is suitable for the whole family.

The Park Ridge History Center will host "Christmas in Illinois" on Saturday, Dec. 13. This event is part of the historical society's Christmas programming.

The Des Plaines Library is hosting holiday-inspired programs for the community. One featured event is a Christmas pageant that will be disrupted by difficult children.

The Chicago Master Singers will present their Christmas concerts titled "O Radiant Dawn" on December 13 and December 14. These performances aim to share the joy of the season.

Trinity Lutheran Church in Des Plaines will host a Christmas Luncheon on Saturday, December 6, 2025, starting at 11:30 AM. This event offers a festive gathering for the community.

Experience the "Let There Be" Christmas Cantata, offering a unique perspective on the holiday. This event is located in the Des Plaines, IL area.

LeAnn Rimes is bringing her Greatest Hits Christmas tour to Rivers Casino in Des Plaines, IL on Saturday, November 22, 2025. This event is part of her 30th-anniversary celebration.