Round Lake Beach Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Round Lake Beach and surrounding areas
The festive season in Round Lake Beach centers on the historic district with bright Christmas lights, engaging festive events and family fun near downtown parks and the lakefront. Enjoy Kringle's Christmas Village, the Festival of Lights Parade & Visits with Santa, and Holiday in the Hart for seasonal cheer. Neighborhood lights tours, live performances and holiday activities make this community a welcoming spot for winter celebrations.
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Christmas Markets
21 eventsFull day of holiday festivities with parade and fireworks.
Christmas Lights
17 eventsEnchanting 1.3-mile illuminated trail with artistic light displays.
Christmas Parties
12 eventsSweet treats with Santa after the parade
Christmas Shows
10 eventsChristmas concert by Grammy-nominated saxophonist Dave Koz
Christmas Activities
39 eventsChristmas-themed national championship with indoor snowball fights
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Lightscape at Chicago Botanic Garden
(Glencoe)
Enchanting 1.3-mile illuminated trail with artistic light displays.
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A Very Merry Huntley
(Huntley)
Full day of holiday festivities with parade and fireworks.
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Santa's Village Magical Christmas Drive-Thru Experience
(East Dundee)
Over 3 million synchronized holiday lights in a drive-thru.
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Christmas Classic Chicago South
(Schaumburg)
Christmas-themed national championship with indoor snowball fights
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Woodstock Christmas Parade
(Woodstock)
Community parade with Santa meet-and-greet
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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 Round Lake Beach
Give back this holiday season with volunteering and charitable opportunities in Round Lake Beach.
Salvation Army Waukegan Holiday Giving
The Salvation Army's Waukegan Corps invites the community to participate in their annual...
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Round Lake Beach Christmas FAQ
The Village of Round Lake Beach hosts an annual Holiday Tree Lighting event in late November, marking the start of the festive season. Various neighborhood light displays and local markets also contribute to the holiday celebrations.
Round Lake Beach embraces community-centered traditions like neighborhood light displays and local craft fairs, fostering a warm, small-town holiday atmosphere that highlights local creativity and togetherness.
Several residential areas in Round Lake Beach are known for their festive decorations, with streets featuring coordinated light displays and decorated homes that invite visitors to enjoy a walk or drive through the neighborhood.
Local community centers and event spaces in Round Lake Beach host seasonal markets showcasing local artisans and makers. Checking village announcements and community calendars will provide up-to-date market locations and dates.
Enjoying neighborhood light displays, attending the free Holiday Tree Lighting event, and visiting local markets with no admission fees are excellent budget-friendly ways to celebrate the holidays in Round Lake Beach.
Families can enjoy the Holiday Tree Lighting event, neighborhood light walks, and local markets offering kid-friendly activities such as crafts and visits with Santa, providing festive fun for all ages.