Illustration of a light display scene (Winter Wonder Lights)
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Winter Wonder Lights

Visitors gather to watch the courtyard illumination transform Peck Farm Park with holiday lights. Guests can enjoy hot cocoa and s'mores beside the fire pit while listening to festive music. Children and families can also write and drop off letters to Santa.

What to Expect

Free holiday kickoff featuring courtyard illumination, fire pit s'mores, and Santa letters.

Event Details

Ages

All Ages

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Geneva Park District

Food & Drink

Hot cocoa and s’mores are offered by the fire pit.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and cozy

Energy Level

Low

Budget

Free

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Location

Peck Farm Park
4038 Kaneville Rd
Geneva, IL
60134

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: Free.
  • Hours: 5-7pm.
  • Accessibility: George's Circle at Peck Farm Park is an ADA outdoor amphitheater with a fire pit.

Tips & Advice

  • Arrive before the kickoff begins, because the courtyard illumination starts sharp at the very start of the evening.
  • Dress warmly for an evening outdoors and head to the fire pit for hot cocoa and s'mores while the holiday music plays.
  • Bring the kids ready to write their letters to Santa, which is one of the free activities at the kickoff celebration.
  • If you can't make the kickoff, the lights stay on every evening through January 1, and walking the paths needs no registration.
  • If your group or business wants its own tree in the display, register for tree decorating and bring your own decorations, since trees and lights are provided.

Quick Actions

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens at the kickoff?

The courtyard lights are switched on right as the celebration begins. There's hot cocoa and s'mores by the fire pit, kids can write letters to Santa, and holiday music plays.

Do we need to register for the kickoff?

No. The kickoff is free, and walking the Winter Wonder Lights needs no registration.

Can we come back to see the lights on another night?

Yes. The lights stay on every evening through January 1. You can stroll the lit pathways at Peck Farm Park any of those nights.

Who is the kickoff for?

It's for families and friends. Kids can write letters to Santa while everyone enjoys cocoa, s'mores and holiday music.

Can my organization decorate a tree for the light display?

Yes. Register for Winter Wonder Lights Tree Decorating. The park provides the tree and lights, and you bring the decorations. Trees are ready to decorate from November 20. Adam Dagley at Peck Farm Park can answer questions.

Tags

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Last Updated: Oct 20, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team