Zion Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Zion and surrounding areas
Zion celebrates the holiday season with sparkling Christmas lights, local things to do, and memorable holiday attractions around neighborhood hotspots like Shiloh Boulevard and the Zion Park District. Community events such as the Zion Park District Christmas Tree Lighting create lively, family-centered nights filled with music and lights. Between parades, seasonal markets, and outdoor activities, Zion’s festive calendar offers plenty of ways to enjoy the season with neighbors and visiting friends under glittering displays.
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Christmas Markets
27 eventsLate-night shopping with discounts and live music.
Christmas Lights
17 eventsEnchanting 1.3-mile illuminated trail with artistic light displays.
Christmas Shows
10 eventsMariah Carey's "Christmas Time" concert tour
Christmas Parties
9 eventsFestive Christmas Eve dining with gourmet buffets and multi-course meals.
Christmas Activities
36 eventsBreakfast with Santa Claus
Editor's Picks (6)
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Lightscape at Chicago Botanic Garden
(Glencoe)
Enchanting 1.3-mile illuminated trail with artistic light displays.
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Mariah Carey's Christmas Time
(Rosemont)
Mariah Carey's "Christmas Time" concert tour
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Breakfast with Santa
(Glenview)
Breakfast with Santa Claus
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Skate with Santa
(Wilmette)
Holiday-themed public skate with Santa Claus
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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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Downtown Evanston Holiday Tree Lighting
(Evanston)
Annual tree lighting with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
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Christmas Giving Opportunities Near Zion
Give back this holiday season with volunteering and charitable opportunities in Zion.
Salvation Army Waukegan Holiday Giving
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Zion Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual Christmas event in Zion is the Home for The Holidays Lighted Christmas Trail, which features a large light display throughout Shiloh Park. Additionally, the Zion Park District hosts a Christmas Tree Lighting event each December.
Zion’s community tradition of the Home for The Holidays Lighted Christmas Trail stands out, offering a free, extensive light display that brings residents together. The city also celebrates with a Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony that marks the start of the season.
The area around Shiloh Park is known for its impressive light displays, especially along the Home for The Holidays Lighted Christmas Trail. Nearby residential neighborhoods also feature festive decorations worth exploring.
Local Christmas markets and artisan vendor stalls are often held at community centers and parks within Zion. For a wider selection, nearby towns host craft fairs and holiday markets featuring local makers.
Visiting the Home for The Holidays Lighted Christmas Trail is a top free activity. Additionally, attending the Christmas Tree Lighting and exploring neighborhood displays offer budget-friendly ways to enjoy the season.
Families will enjoy the Christmas Tree Lighting event and the walkable light displays near Shiloh Park. Many markets and events also feature kid-friendly activities like crafts and visits with Santa.