Glenview Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Glenview and surrounding areas
This Christmas season Glenview offers bright Christmas lights and seasonal programming around The Glen and the village center. Local favorites like Breakfast with Santa and Holiday Fest bring families together for performances, craft vendors, and market shopping while neighborhood lights add extra sparkle. Visitors can enjoy holiday activities, parades, and community events that include seasonal concerts and small Christmas markets where families can shop, sip warm drinks, and enjoy festive entertainment close to home.
Find the best Glenview Christmas happenings this year!
Start Here
Christmas Markets
30 eventsCommunity holiday stroll with tree lighting ceremony
Christmas Lights
13 eventsEnchanting 1.3-mile illuminated trail with artistic light displays.
Christmas Shows
11 eventsMariah Carey's "Christmas Time" concert tour
Christmas Parties
10 eventsBreakfast with Santa Claus
Christmas Activities
36 eventsChristmas-themed national championship with indoor snowball fights
Editor's Picks (6)
-
Lightscape at Chicago Botanic Garden
(Glencoe)
Enchanting 1.3-mile illuminated trail with artistic light displays.
-
ZooLights Presented by Invesco QQQ and ComEd
(Chicago)
Millions of lights illuminating a beloved zoo setting.
-
ZooLights
(Chicago)
Millions of lights in a beloved urban zoo setting
-
Mariah Carey's Christmas Time
(Rosemont)
Mariah Carey's "Christmas Time" concert tour
-
Christmas Classic Chicago South
(Schaumburg)
Christmas-themed national championship with indoor snowball fights
-
Breakfast with Santa
Breakfast with Santa Claus
Events Happening Soon (4)
Latest News & Updates
Stay informed about holiday events and activities in Glenview
- Harper College Chorus Presents Christmas Concert Published: Sun, Dec 7, 2025
- Holiday Sing-A-Long Event Published: Sat, Dec 6, 2025
Glenview Christmas Events Map
See every Christmas event, light display, and market on one map.
Also Near Glenview
Christmas Events Road Trips & Weekend Getaways
Worth the drive for more holiday events near Glenview!
Glenview Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual Christmas events in Glenview include the official tree lighting ceremony, Kohlights at Kohl Children’s Museum, and seasonal holiday markets hosted by local organizations.
Glenview’s holiday traditions include the annual tree lighting at the Village Hall and community-driven light displays, often featuring local participation and festive gatherings.
Neighborhoods like The Grove and areas around Patriot Boulevard are known for their festive Christmas light displays, with many homes participating in seasonal decorating.
Christmas markets and local makers can be found at community centers, parks, and during special holiday events hosted by the Glenview Park District and local organizations.
Free or budget-friendly holiday activities in Glenview include neighborhood light walks, the official tree lighting, and visiting public parks with seasonal decorations.
Families with kids enjoy Kohlights at Kohl Children’s Museum, holiday markets with crafts and treats, and seasonal events at local parks and community centers.