Freeport Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Freeport and surrounding areas
Freeport celebrates the Christmas season with a lively downtown full of Christmas markets, light displays, and family-friendly winter festivals. The community mixes historic charm with seasonal activities around landmarks like the Stephenson County Courthouse and main street businesses. Through December, events such as Christmas Wizards: A Night of TSO and the 2025 FHN Festival of Trees showcase holiday activities, festive performances, and markets where families can enjoy Santa visits, local crafts, and warm drinks beneath the lights.
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Christmas Markets
17 eventsRockford's official holiday season kick-off event.
Christmas Lights
15 eventsWeekend-long Holiday Lights Tour with kickoff party
Christmas Shows
10 eventsElectrifying Trans-Siberian Orchestra tribute with dazzling lights.
Christmas Activities
16 eventsCommunity parade with Santa meet-and-greet
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Stroll on State
(Rockford)
Rockford's official holiday season kick-off event.
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Fitchburg Holiday Lights Tour & Get Festive with Agora
(Fitchburg)
Weekend-long Holiday Lights Tour with kickoff party
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Christmas Wizards: A Night of TSO
Electrifying Trans-Siberian Orchestra tribute with dazzling lights.
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Holiday Fantasy in Lights
(Madison)
Spectacular free holiday light displays in Olin Park.
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Shine On Madison Holiday Celebration
(Madison)
Six-week community holiday celebration boosting downtown businesses.
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Rockford Festival of Lights
(Rockford)
Over 85 dazzling holiday light displays
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Christmas Parties Near Freeport
Festive dining experiences, holiday parties, and Christmas-themed food and drink events in Freeport.
Cookies and Churros with Santa
Immediately following the Annual Woodstock Christmas Parade, families can head to the Historic...
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Freeport Christmas FAQ
Freeport hosts several major annual Christmas events, often including large holiday markets and community-wide light display celebrations. These events typically draw significant crowds and feature a wide array of festive activities.
While specific traditions can evolve, Freeport often embraces community gatherings like tree lighting ceremonies and neighborhood decorating contests. These events highlight the local spirit and shared enjoyment of the holiday season.
Many residential neighborhoods throughout Freeport are known for their spectacular Christmas lights. Driving through areas with a reputation for elaborate home decorations is a popular way to experience the festive displays.
You can find Christmas markets and local makers in various locations across Freeport, including community centers, downtown areas, and local parks. These markets are excellent places to discover unique, handcrafted holiday gifts.
Freeport offers many free activities, such as admiring neighborhood Christmas lights and attending public tree lighting ceremonies. Exploring festive window displays and enjoying the general holiday ambiance are also great budget-friendly options.
Families with kids in Freeport can enjoy visiting Santa, attending festive shows or movies, and exploring neighborhood light displays. Many holiday markets also offer kid-friendly crafts and activities.