2026 Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony

Schedule

Fri Dec 04 2026 at 04:00 pm to 06:30 pm

UTC-06:00
Location

Metropolitan Square, Des Plaines | Des Plaines, IL

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Join the City of Des Plaines for live entertainment, a special appearance by Santa, the Grinch, Anna, and Elsa, and admire the trees decorated by local community groups. Don't forget to drop off your letter to the North Pole at our mailbox!
The Tree Lighting takes place at approximately 6:30 p.m.
The mitten tree will be available for donations of new hats, gloves, mittens and scarves of all sizes. Nonperishable food donations for the Des Plaines Self Help Closet and Pantry are welcome.
For additional details, visit desplainesil.gov/holidaylighting.
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Please note that this event is organized by the City of Des Plaines Government. No third parties are involved in booking or event execution.
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Metropolitan Square, Des Plaines, United States

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