Hinsdale Christmas Walk & Tree Lighting
Visitors can kick off the holiday season by watching Santa arrive and attending the tree lighting ceremony at Memorial Hall. Families can enjoy carousel rides, a holiday train, and visits with Santa. Guests can also stroll to explore local downtown businesses and visit holiday-themed vendor booths along Washington Street.
What to Expect
Features Santa's arrival, tree lighting ceremony, carousel, and train rides.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Hinsdale
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Hinsdale Chamber of Commerce
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children
Vibe
Festive and community-focused
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: 5-7pm.
- Parking: Park in the Upper and Lower Washington St lot or the Village Lot between Lincoln and Washington, north of the tracks.
Tips & Advice
- Get to Memorial Hall at the start of the evening to see Santa arrive and catch the tree lighting ceremony that kicks off the walk.
- Park in the Upper or Lower Washington St lot, or the Village Lot between Lincoln and Washington north of the tracks, then walk downtown.
- Stop at the business booths along Washington for family-friendly holiday crafts, giveaways and activities while you stroll between the carousel and train.
- If you miss Santa during the walk, bring the kids back to Santa's Workshop in Burlington Park on Saturday, December 12 or Saturday, December 19.
- Dress warmly, because this is an evening outdoors in December, walking between downtown Hinsdale shops and Burlington Park.
Special Events & Promotions
- This year is the 60th annual Hinsdale Christmas Walk
- Extra Santa visits in Santa's Workshop in Burlington Park on Saturday, December 12 and Saturday, December 19
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I park?
Use the Upper and Lower Washington St lot, or the Village Lot between Lincoln and Washington, north of the tracks.
What is there for kids?
Kids can visit Santa in Santa's Workshop in Burlington Park, explore Santa's village, and take carousel rides and holiday train rides.
Can we see Santa if we miss the Christmas Walk?
Yes. Santa is also in his workshop in Burlington Park on Saturday, December 12 and Saturday, December 19.
How can my business take part?
Businesses can set up a 10' x 10' booth on Washington with family-friendly holiday crafts, giveaways and activities, or sponsor the Christmas Walk through the Hinsdale Chamber of Commerce.
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