The holidays are coming to the Elgin Area with some amazing experiences. From seeing Santa to our gift guides all the way to the festive beverage crawls, get to know the Elgin Area this holiday season.
Gift Guide
Are you looking for some gift ideas to get in the Elgin area? Well, here is the gift guide that the Explore Elgin Area team put together in collaboration with the Downtown Neighborhood Association of Elgin and SEED, as well as a few other businesses around the Elgin area.
Where to Find Santa
Oh, the holidays- you’re busy, the world is busy, and even Santa is busy! He can be kind of difficult to track down, so that is what we are for!
Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremonies
Watch trees sparkle when the Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremonies take place to start off the festivities in the Elgin Area.
Holiday Cookies
The Holidays are the perfect time to sit down with a freshly baked cookie- whether it be sugar, chocolate chip, or a holiday classic- here is our list of top holiday cookies in the Elgin Area!
Holiday Blogs and Itineraries
Want more events? Check out our events listings!
AACKC JUNETEENTH CULTURAL FESTIVAL
Join us for the African-American Coalition of Kane County's Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 17th at Festival Park in Elgin. Celebrate Juneteenth and African-American culture with food, history, arts, and... Read more »
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Bartlett Fourth of July Festival
The Bartlett 4th of July Festival includes a carnival with rides and games, food, beverages, FREE entertainment, a Parade, on site presence for non profit groups, fireworks, and a great sense... Read more »
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Village of Carpentersville Independence Day Parade
Village Hall to Carpenter Park
Find out more »Bartlett Fourth of July Festival
The Bartlett 4th of July Festival includes a carnival with rides and games, food, beverages, FREE entertainment, a Parade, on site presence for non profit groups, fireworks, and a great sense... Read more »
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Bartlett Fourth of July Festival
The Bartlett 4th of July Festival includes a carnival with rides and games, food, beverages, FREE entertainment, a Parade, on site presence for non profit groups, fireworks, and a great sense... Read more »
Find out more »Bartlett, IL
Bartlett Fourth of July Festival
The Bartlett 4th of July Festival includes a carnival with rides and games, food, beverages, FREE entertainment, a Parade, on site presence for non profit groups, fireworks, and a great sense... Read more »
Find out more »Bartlett, IL
Fourth of July Parade, Concert, and Fireworks
The City of Elgin is excited to celebrate the Fourth of July with a parade, concert and fireworks, all occurring on Tuesday, July 4. This year's theme is "90s Throwback."... Read more »
Find out more »Bartlett Fourth of July Festival
The Bartlett 4th of July Festival includes a carnival with rides and games, food, beverages, FREE entertainment, a Parade, on site presence for non profit groups, fireworks, and a great sense... Read more »
Find out more »Bartlett, IL
Pingree Grove Independence Day Celebration
Parade Starts at 4pm at Alta Vista Drive and ends at 5pm at Cambridge Lakes Charter School. The BEST Fireworks show at dusk! Magician Face painter Bounce House Food Trucks
Find out more »Pingree Grove, IL 60140 United States
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