Holiday Housewalk & Market
Visitors tour five festively decorated private residences in Oak Park and River Forest, including an 1896 Frank Lloyd Wright home, an Arts and Crafts residence, and a Victorian painted lady. Inside the homes, guests can view floral arrangements, holiday tablescapes, and themed Christmas trees. An accompanying indoor market features more than twenty local vendors selling gifts, seasonal decorations, jewelry, and holiday treats.
What to Expect
Tour five decorated homes and shop from local holiday vendors.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Oak Park
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Oak Park River Forest Infant Welfare Society
Food & Drink
Holiday Market vendors sell tasty treats.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Holiday shoppers and home-decor or architecture enthusiasts
Vibe
Festive and welcoming
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$$$
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Early Bird – $65 (Oct. 1-31); General Admission – $70 (Nov. 1 - Dec. 3); At the Door – $75 (Dec. 4 & 5); VIP Fast Pass – $250. – Get tickets
- Hours: Friday, December 4, 2026 5:00 PM–Saturday, December 5, 2026 6:00 PM.
Tips & Advice
- Buy housewalk tickets during the Early Bird window in October, because prices go up for general admission in November and again at the door.
- Pick up your housewalk tickets on the first floor of 28 Madison Street on Friday, then head upstairs to browse the free Holiday Market.
- Get the VIP Fast Pass if you'd rather not wait in line, since it lets you skip the line and gives you priority entry.
- Look for decor and tablescape ideas to borrow for your own home, along with the arrangements by local florists placed throughout the homes.
- Bring friends and family along for the walk, which takes in five decorated homes across Oak Park and River Forest.
Special Events & Promotions
- Early Bird housewalk pricing runs through October 31, followed by general admission through December 3 and higher prices at the door.
- The VIP Fast Pass, sold separately, lets you skip the line with priority entry.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What homes are on the housewalk?
There are five homes, each decorated by its owners. One is a Victorian painted lady featured in House Beautiful, with a multi-tree "O Tannenbaum" theme. Another is a 2017 French Country home with nine themed Christmas trees. The others are a restored home with a folk-inspired winter theme, a 1915 Arts & Crafts home with Prairie and Tudor influences, and an 1896 Frank Lloyd Wright home with a fresh-cut tree hung with family heirlooms.
Do I need a housewalk ticket to shop the Holiday Market?
No. The market is free and open to the public. Its 22 local vendors sell holiday gifts, seasonal decorations, treats, jewelry, stocking stuffers and hostess gifts.
Where do I pick up my housewalk tickets?
Ticket pickup is on Friday, December 4, on the first floor of 28 Madison Street in Oak Park. The Holiday Market is upstairs in the same building, so you can shop while you're there.
Is there a way to skip the line?
Yes. The VIP Fast Pass lets you skip the line and gives you priority entry.
Who does the event support?
It's the main fundraiser for the IWS Children's Clinic. The clinic provides medical, dental and behavioral health services to thousands of children across Chicagoland.
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