Pleasant Prairie Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Pleasant Prairie and surrounding areas
This Christmas season Pleasant Prairie brightens the lakefront and Prairie Springs Park with Christmas lights and festive events that draw neighbors to holiday tours and community gatherings. Don’t miss the Pleasant Prairie Holiday Lights Tour and the Twelfth Night Ceremony and Bonfire for seasonal entertainment and family-friendly activities. The village’s festive events include markets, live performances, and interactive holiday activities that showcase local artisans, seasonal treats, and cozy evening strolls beneath the lights.
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Christmas Lights
21 eventsEnchanting 1.3-mile illuminated trail with artistic light displays.
Christmas Markets
20 eventsLate-night shopping with discounts and live music.
Christmas Parties
11 eventsFestive Christmas Eve dining with gourmet buffets and multi-course meals.
Christmas Shows
8 eventsChristmas concert by Grammy-nominated saxophonist Dave Koz
Christmas Activities
38 eventsCommunity parade with Santa meet-and-greet
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Lightscape at Chicago Botanic Garden
(Glencoe)
Enchanting 1.3-mile illuminated trail with artistic light displays.
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Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival
(Milwaukee)
Over half a million brilliant bulbs illuminate downtown.
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Enchant Christmas - Milwaukee
(Franklin)
World's largest Christmas light maze
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Woodstock Christmas Parade
(Woodstock)
Community parade with Santa meet-and-greet
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Milwaukee Holiday Happenings
(Milwaukee)
City-wide holiday celebrations with diverse events and light displays.
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Village Tree Lighting & Downtown Holiday Walk
(Libertyville)
Santa's grand entrance to light the Village Holiday Tree
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Christmas Giving Opportunities Near Pleasant Prairie
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Salvation Army Waukegan Holiday Giving
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Pleasant Prairie Christmas FAQ
The Holiday Lights Tour and the Twelfth Night Holiday Tree Bonfire are the most prominent annual events, drawing locals and visitors for festive light displays and a community bonfire to mark the end of the season.
The Twelfth Night Holiday Tree Bonfire is a distinctive Pleasant Prairie tradition, where the community gathers to burn holiday trees in a ceremonial bonfire, complete with caroling, treats, and family activities—a local way to close out the holidays.
The Holiday Lights Tour highlights the best-decorated homes across Pleasant Prairie, though specific neighborhood names aren’t always publicized; check the annual tour map for the top displays each year.
While large Christmas markets aren’t common, you can find local craft fairs, pop-up artisan events, and vendor stalls at community centers and businesses during the season—keep an eye on local event listings for details.
The Holiday Lights Tour and Twelfth Night Bonfire are both free, family-friendly events. Driving or walking through neighborhood light displays and enjoying community gatherings are great ways to celebrate without spending much.
Families will enjoy the Holiday Lights Tour, Twelfth Night Bonfire with s’mores and caroling, and any local craft fairs with kid-friendly activities. These events are designed to be welcoming for all ages.