Illinois Christmas 2025

Top Events Across Illinois

Find the best Halloween events across Illinois this year!

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   The Nutcracker by Joffrey Ballet Chicago

   Tony Award-winning Nutcracker set at the 1893 Chicago World's Fair

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   Holiday Express Aurora

   Festive train ride and tree decorating activity

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   Stroll on State Rockford

   Rockford's official holiday season kick-off event.

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   Home for the Holidays at the Rialto Joliet

   Historic theatre hosting diverse holiday performances.

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   Naperville Rotary Holiday Parade of Lights Naperville

   Parade of Lights fundraiser supporting local youth non-profits

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   Old Capitol Holiday Walks Springfield

   Month-long festive fun with dazzling lights and local shops

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   Peoria Symphony Orchestra: Home for the Holidays Peoria

   Holiday classics and jazz-inspired tunes by the Peoria Symphony Orchestra.

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   Santa's Wildlife Express Hanna City

   Holiday train ride to the North Pole with animal ambassadors.

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   Breakfast with Santa & Holiday Craft Show Chillicothe

   Breakfast with Santa and Holiday Craft Show

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    Brunch with Santa Washington

    Pancake breakfast with Santa and special guests

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    Kris Kringle Market Peoria Heights

    FREE family-friendly winter market with Santa visits

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    Letters to Santa Elgin

    Letters to Santa with replies

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    Farmer City Christmas Parade Farmer City

    One of Central Illinois' largest Christmas parades

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    Champaign Center Parade of Lights Champaign

    Annual community parade to kick off the holiday season.

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    The Baby Fold's Festival of Trees Bloomington

    Reimagined holiday festival with diverse events and attractions.