Holiday Tree Lighting 2026
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Welcome the Holiday Season at our annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony!
4:00pm | Refreshments | Village Green
Enjoy complimentary cookies, hot chocolate, and hot cider with family and friends. Available while supplies last.
4:00pm - 5:00pm | Storytime with the Board | Village Hall, Room E
Begin your evening with Village Board of Trustees sharing classic holiday stories that capture the magic of the season. Perfect for children and adults alike! Children will receive a children's book donated by the Elk Grove Village Rotary Club. While supplies last. No reservations required.
4:00pm – 5:30pm | Elk Grove Express | Village Green
Enjoy our holiday train ride, designed especially for kids, the Elk Grove Express is sure to bring plenty of smiles along the way.
4:30pm – 5:30pm | The Canterbury Carollers | Village Green
The Canterbury Carollers have performed in many locations over the years including, the White House in 2005, 2006, 2008, 2010, Cantigny Park, The Robert R. McCormick Museum, Brookfield Zoo, The Morton Arboretum, and The Art Institute of Chicago. They are highly regarded for their dedication to creating a ”living history” experience. Their perfectly blended a cappella harmonies will transform any gathering into a celebration people will talk about for Christmases to come.
5:30pm | Tree Lighting Ceremony, Fireworks, and photos with Santa | Village Green
After the concert, Mayor Johnson will flip the switch to illuminate the Village’s Holiday Tree and light up Village Green with more than 500,000 sparkling lights. The celebration continues with a fireworks show, followed by free photos with Santa for the whole family. We can’t wait to share this festive tradition with you and your loved ones
Learn more: www.elkgrove.org/treelighting
4:00pm | Refreshments | Village Green
Enjoy complimentary cookies, hot chocolate, and hot cider with family and friends. Available while supplies last.
4:00pm - 5:00pm | Storytime with the Board | Village Hall, Room E
Begin your evening with Village Board of Trustees sharing classic holiday stories that capture the magic of the season. Perfect for children and adults alike! Children will receive a children's book donated by the Elk Grove Village Rotary Club. While supplies last. No reservations required.
4:00pm – 5:30pm | Elk Grove Express | Village Green
Enjoy our holiday train ride, designed especially for kids, the Elk Grove Express is sure to bring plenty of smiles along the way.
4:30pm – 5:30pm | The Canterbury Carollers | Village Green
The Canterbury Carollers have performed in many locations over the years including, the White House in 2005, 2006, 2008, 2010, Cantigny Park, The Robert R. McCormick Museum, Brookfield Zoo, The Morton Arboretum, and The Art Institute of Chicago. They are highly regarded for their dedication to creating a ”living history” experience. Their perfectly blended a cappella harmonies will transform any gathering into a celebration people will talk about for Christmases to come.
5:30pm | Tree Lighting Ceremony, Fireworks, and photos with Santa | Village Green
After the concert, Mayor Johnson will flip the switch to illuminate the Village’s Holiday Tree and light up Village Green with more than 500,000 sparkling lights. The celebration continues with a fireworks show, followed by free photos with Santa for the whole family. We can’t wait to share this festive tradition with you and your loved ones
Learn more: www.elkgrove.org/treelighting
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901 Wellington Ave, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007-3456, United States
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