Christmas Lights Near Normal 2026

Spectators watch an illuminated nighttime procession featuring 42 floats shaped by bright, colorful LED lights. Highlights include a 95-foot smoke-spewing Chinese dragon, a 70-foot Clydesdale horse team, a 160-foot steam engine train, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, and the USS East...

Visitors take a drive through an illuminated electric park featuring the majority of the Parade of Lights floats. The route showcases a variety of lighted displays, including a Candy Cane Factory, lighted arches, circus animals, and a ski jumper, along...

Visitors ride in a golf cart after dark along an enchanting path filled with beautifully decorated trees. Following the tour, guests can relax on hay bales around a fire pit to roast s'mores and drink hot cocoa.

Visitors can explore the historic homestead decorated for Christmas. Guests can enjoy complimentary cookies while listening to seasonal music.

Step into a festive wonderland at the Peoria Historical Society Holiday Home Tour. This beloved annual event showcases a curated selection of private homes, each transformed into a holiday spectacle with stunning decorations. It's a perfect opportunity to immerse yourself...

Experience the magic of Winter Nights at Prairie Farm, a free holiday light display event. Wander through festive illuminations across the farm, with complimentary hot chocolate available on select evenings. Join them for opening night to meet Santa and enjoy...