Enjoy the joy of the holidays in Crest Hill with our ultimate guide. For those who breathe Crest Hill air daily and those just sampling it, our guide brings holiday magic to life.
Popular Events: Immerse yourself in the festive spirit at the Santa Parade, where twinkling lights and cheerful floats bring the community together in celebration. Featuring delightful horse-drawn trolley rides, visitors can enjoy a charming journey through the decorated streets. And the Gingerbread 5K Run/Walk & Kids' Dash is something you definitely don't want to miss for a fun-filled family activity. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Crest Hill
- Santa Parade (Belleville)
- FREE Horse-drawn Trolley Rides (Belleville)
- Gingerbread 5K Run/Walk & Kids' Dash (Belleville)
- Downtown Cookie Stroll (Belleville)
- Old Belleville Historical Luminary Walk (Belleville)
See these and even more events listed below!
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FREE Horse-drawn Trolley Rides
What to Expect:
Historic trolley ride through decorated Public Square.
Description:
Take a leisurely ride through Belleville's historic and beautifully decorated Public Square, exploring unique downtown shopping and dining districts, and the Christkindlmarkt.
Where: Belleville | More Info: FREE Horse-drawn Trolley Rides
Crest Hill Other Holiday Activities
Santa Parade
What to Expect:
Largest holiday parade in Southern Illinois with festive floats and live performances.
Description:
Join the family-friendly Santa Parade in downtown Belleville, featuring floats, marching bands, and dance groups, as well as the official Lighting of the Fountain and Holiday Sing-a-Long.
Where: Belleville | More Info: Santa Parade
Gingerbread 5K Run/Walk & Kids' Dash
What to Expect:
Family-friendly holiday event with a kids' dash and festive treats.
Description:
The Belleville Gingerbread 5K Run/Walk & Kids' Dash is a festive community event featuring a 5K run/walk and a kids' dash through downtown Belleville. Participants receive long sleeve tee shirts, finish line photos, and sweet treats along the course. The event includes a kids' dash where young runners compete against Sam the Gingerbread Man.
Where: Belleville | More Info: Gingerbread 5K Run/Walk & Kids' Dash
Downtown Cookie Stroll
What to Expect:
Collecting over two dozen tasty Christmas cookies while exploring Downtown Belleville.
Description:
Stroll Main Street in Downtown Belleville and visit quaint shops and local restaurants while collecting over two dozen tasty Christmas cookies. Enjoy the German Christkindlmarkt, gingerbread displays, a horse-drawn trolley, and the Santa house.
Where: Belleville | More Info: Downtown Cookie Stroll
Old Belleville Historical Luminary Walk
What to Expect:
Candlelit walk through historic neighborhood.
Description:
The Old Belleville Historical Luminary Walk is a candlelit stroll through the historic Abend and Garfield Streets neighborhood, featuring beautifully decorated homes and historic sites.
Where: Belleville | More Info: Old Belleville Historical Luminary Walk
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
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- Lockport (3 miles)
- Romeoville (6 miles)
- Plainfield (7 miles)
- New Lenox (7 miles)
- Homer Glen (9 miles)
- Bolingbrook (10 miles)
- Woodridge (14 miles)
- Orland Park (14 miles)
- Darien (15 miles)
- Oswego (16 miles)
- Naperville (16 miles)
- Tinley Park (16 miles)
- Lisle (17 miles)
- Westmont (18 miles)
- Downers Grove (18 miles)
- Aurora (18 miles)
- Oak Forest (19 miles)
- Burbank (21 miles)
- Oak Lawn (21 miles)
- Wheaton (22 miles)
- Glen Ellyn (22 miles)
- Park Forest (22 miles)
- Blue Island (23 miles)
- Lombard (23 miles)
- Batavia (23 miles)
- West Chicago (23 miles)
- Harvey (24 miles)
- Villa Park (24 miles)
- Ashburn (24 miles)
- Chicago Heights (24 miles)
- Morgan Park (24 miles)
- West Lawn (25 miles)
- Carol Stream (25 miles)
- Glendale Heights (25 miles)
- Elmhurst (25 miles)
- Geneva (25 miles)
- South Holland (26 miles)
- Chicago Lawn (26 miles)
- Berwyn (26 miles)
- Maywood (26 miles)
- Dolton (26 miles)
- Auburn Gresham (26 miles)
- Gage Park (27 miles)
- Addison (27 miles)
- Cicero (27 miles)
- Melrose Park (27 miles)
- St. Charles (27 miles)
- West Englewood (27 miles)
- Brighton Park (28 miles)
- Bloomingdale (28 miles)
- Oak Park (28 miles)
- Englewood (28 miles)
- South Lawndale (28 miles)
- Chatham (28 miles)
- New City (29 miles)
- Greater Grand Crossing (29 miles)
- North Lawndale (29 miles)
- Lansing (29 miles)
- Calumet City (30 miles)
- Roselle (30 miles)
- Woodlawn (30 miles)
- Bridgeport (30 miles)
- Munster (30 miles)
- East Garfield Park (30 miles)
- Lower West Side (30 miles)
- South Shore (30 miles)
- Grand Boulevard (31 miles)
- Bartlett (31 miles)
- Hanover Park (31 miles)
- Wasco (31 miles)
- Chicago (31 miles)
- Hyde Park (31 miles)
- South Chicago (31 miles)
- Belmont Cragin (31 miles)
- Douglas (31 miles)
- Elk Grove Village (32 miles)
- South Elgin (32 miles)
- West Town (32 miles)
- Near South Side (32 miles)
- Kankakee (32 miles)
- Portage Park (33 miles)
- Logan Square (33 miles)
- Streamwood (33 miles)
- Chicago Loop (33 miles)
- Avondale (33 miles)
- Irving Park (33 miles)
- Highland (33 miles)
- Schererville (34 miles)
- Hoffman Estates (34 miles)
- East Chicago (34 miles)
- Near North Side (34 miles)
- Park Ridge (34 miles)
- Lincoln Park (34 miles)
- Albany Park (35 miles)
- Elgin (35 miles)
- Des Plaines (35 miles)
- North Center (35 miles)
- Niles (36 miles)
- Lincoln Square (36 miles)
- Mount Prospect (36 miles)
- Uptown (37 miles)
- Rolling Meadows (37 miles)
- Edgewater (37 miles)
- West Ridge (37 miles)
- Morton Grove (37 miles)
- Skokie (38 miles)
- Rogers Park (38 miles)
- Palatine (39 miles)
- Gary (39 miles)
- Glenview (39 miles)
- Crown Point (39 miles)
- Merrillville (40 miles)
- Carpentersville (40 miles)
- Wilmette (41 miles)
- Wheeling (41 miles)
- Buffalo Grove (42 miles)
- Northbrook (42 miles)
- DeKalb (42 miles)
- Algonquin (43 miles)
- Hobart (44 miles)
- Lake in the Hills (45 miles)