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Saturday, November 30, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Sparta's annual Lighted Christmas Parade begins at 6 pm and starts at the Sparta High School and runs through the downtown area. Immediately following the Parade there will be free chili and entertainment at the Sparta VFW at 1911 North Market Street and kids will be able to visit with Santa. At 8 pm there will be a fireworks show.
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Saturday, November 30, 2024, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Downtown O'Fallon
- 101 West State Street
- O'Fallon, IL, 62269
- United States
Join in on an epic snow fight for the O'Fallon Illuminated Holiday Parade! This fully illuminated light parade is interactive with the parade guests this year, featuring epic amounts of snow, snowballs, light shows, crowd entertainment, and much more... The post parade party with Santa has games, activities, tons of prizes, treats, crafts, face painting, sno cones and so much more!
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Saturday, November 30, 2024, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
- Downtown Waterloo
- Waterloo, IL
- United States
Come out to see all the wonderful Christmas themed parade floats, each with over 1,000 lights, and walking groups dressed in holiday inspired costumes. The parade starts at Gibault Catholic High School and follows the Porta Westfalica Route to downtown Waterloo..
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Saturday, November 30, 2024, 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Downtown Jerseyville
- 103 Lincoln Avenue
- Jerseyville, IL, 62052
- United States
Join in holiday fun for the entire family at the Jerseyville Country Christmas. The festivities will begin with the arrival of Santa Claus by helicopter! Stick around for an evening of entertainment including: Music on State Street, fresh baked goods at Mrs. Claus's Bake Shop, games on Elf Boulevard, photos with Santa, lighting of the Jerseyville Christmas Tree, and more!
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Sat, Nov 30, 2024, 12:00 PM – Sun, Dec 1, 2024, 5:00 PM
- Downtown Waterloo
- Waterloo, IL
Please join the community of Waterloo in the historic downtown area for its Walking in a Winter Waterloo Weekend! This tradition takes place every year on weekend after Thanksgiving. Visit the participating merchants for a chance to win great prizes. Visit with Santa, enjoy a free carriage ride, and be sure to grab a great viewing spot for the annual GLOW holiday lighted parade.
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Saturday, November 30, 2024, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Jacoby Arts Center
- 627 E Broadway, Alton, IL 62002
- Alton, IL, 62002
- United States
Bring the family, gather some friends and come to Alton between Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Celebrate Small Business Saturday in Downtown Alton for a full day of shopping and dining. Alton Main Street is teaming up with the Sierra Club & the YWCA of Alton to continue the tradition of “going green” and supporting the downtown shopping experience this holiday season.
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Friday, November 29, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Glenn House
- 325 South Spanish Street
- Cape Girardeau, MO, 63703
- United States
Christmas is coming to the Glenn House! You can wander through this handsomely restored Victorian home that is festively decorated for Christmas. Already toured during a Christmas past? The decorations are entirely refreshed every year, making this a Christmas tradition that never gets old. Don't miss cookies, hot chocolate and apple cider in the carriage house after your tour.
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Friday, November 29, 2024, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
- Downtown Square
- 907 Main Street
- Highland, IL, 62249
- United States
Celebrate the beginning of the Christmas season by attending the Highland Chamber of Commerce's Lighted Christmas Parade and staying to watch Santa Clause "light the square" in Historic Downtown Highland. The Santa Band will be playing on the square, Madgrigal singers will be caroling, there will be carriage ride and holiday refreshments for all to enjoy!
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Friday, November 29, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
- Downtown Fort Madison, IA
- 5th Street
- Fort Madison, IA, 52627
- United States
Since its beginning in 1991 groups in Fort Madison have been building lighted floats and organizing the Parade of Lights and lights up downtown on Avenue G the Friday after Thanksgiving when the American Flag will be lit with patriotic music and fireworks. Spectators are invited to enjoy the lighting of more than 50 completely lit floats.
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Friday, November 29, 2024, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Vasterling Suites Courtyard
- 151 North Fountain Street
- Cape Girardeau, MO, 63701
- United States
Kick off the holiday season in Downtown Cape Girardeau with their annual Christmas Tree Lighting event. Spectators can watch Santa Claus light our new thirty-foot Christmas tree, that will be housed in the Vasterling Suites Courtyard for the duration of the Christmas in Downtown season!
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Friday, November 29, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Main Street
- Belleville, IL
Join the community of Belleville for this annual parade when Santa comes to town. Sponsored by the Optimist Club of Belleville, this tradition began in 1952 and is the largest parade in Southern Illinois, featuring floats, marching bands, dance groups, and the arrival of Mr. & Mrs. Claus.
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Thursday, November 28, 2024, 8:45 AM – 11:45 AM
- Saint Louis Union Station
- 1820 Market Street
- St. Louis, MO, 63103
- United States
Ameren Missouri sponsors this annual parade that features colorful floats, bands, storybook characters, carriages, equestrian units and Santa Claus as it winds through downtown St. Louis to kick off the holiday season. The parade begins at North 4th Street and Washington Avenue, proceeds south on North 4th Street to Market Street, continues west on Market Street and ends at 14th Street.
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Wednesday, November 27, 2024, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- St. Louis County Faust Park
- 15185 Olive Boulevard
- Chesterfield, MO, 63017
- United States
Did you hear the news? A particular person has left candy canes all over the grounds in Faust Park. Bring your flashlights to help you find them! When you arrive at Faust Park, you’ll get to decorate a bag for collecting the candy canes. Parents must accompany the children. Please dress according to the weather. This event will happen rain or shine!
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Sat, Nov 23, 2024, 10:00 AM – Sun, Nov 24, 2024, 4:00 PM
- Osage Center
- 1625 North Kingshighway
- Cape Girardeau, MO, 63701
- United States
This annual Christmas Arts and Crafts Extravaganza is sponsored by the Arts Council of Southeast Missouri. This is one of the largest craft fairs in the region and attracts artisans and crafters from all over the Midwest. Each year on display will be over 300 different booths selling unique handmade items-perfect for the gift-giving spirit of the season!
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Friday, November 22, 2024, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
- Lincoln-Douglas Square
- 100 Market Street
- Alton, IL, 62002
- United States
Alton Main Street is the host of the event that will begin at the square, then continue to West Third Street featuring music, snacks, Santa, a live reindeer, and other holiday season characters.
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Fri, Nov 22, 2024, 5:00 PM – Sun, Nov 24, 2024, 4:00 PM
- Notre Dame Regional High School
- 265 Notre Dame Drive
- Cape Girardeau, MO, 63701
- United States
You will find student and parent volunteers working this event to support the Arts. There are over 200 vendors. There were over 5000 people visiting the show just last year. There is a refreshment stand selling yummy food, and many baked goods. On Sunday there is a visit from Santa for your children. Parents can take pictures, and Face painting is free from Notre Dame Art Students.
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Saturday, November 16, 2024, 12:00 PM – 8:30 PM
- Saint Louis Union Station and Aloe Plaza
- 1820 Market Street
- St. Louis, MO, 63103
- United States
The Ameren Missouri Festival of Lights ushers in the holiday season in St. Louis with lighting of the Salvation Army will display their Tree of Lights. Join in on the fun at this family friendly and free event in Kiener Plaza while enjoying local holiday themed talent performances, vendors booths and exhibits, photo ops with sports mascots, real live reindeer, and a magical fireworks finale.
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Sat, Nov 16, 2024, 10:00 AM – Sun, Nov 17, 2024, 4:00 PM
This annual event sponsored by the Quincy Service League features over 100 merchants selling items from specialty foods, handcrafted clothes and quilts, holiday decorations, jewelry, outdoor garden and patio décor, hand blown glass, woodworking and much more!
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Saturday, November 16, 2024, 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Downtown Lebanon
- 221 W. St. Louis Street
- Lebanon, Illinois
- United States
Lebanon celebrates its Victorian heritage down its brick main street and promises that you will leave in the true Spirit of Christmas! Lebanon’s Victorian Holiday is an annual event that ushers in the holiday season with the Lamplighter, caroling, horse and carriage rides, live entertainment, food, desserts, and photos with Father Christmas in this charming town.
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Saturday, November 16, 2024, 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Carolers, carriage rides and shopping will get you into the Christmas Spirit. The festivities kick-off with the Christmas Parade at 11 am. Kimmswick will be hosting a tree lighting ceremony in front of the Visitor Center at 5 pm hosted by Santa Claus. Throughout the day the town will be filled with the sights and sounds of the Holidays and all of the shops and restaurants will be open late.
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Saturday, November 9, 2024, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Attention shoppers: Follow the Cookie Crumb Trail! Get into the Holiday spirit as you sample cookies at participating locations in Ste Genevieve’s historic downtown. You will receive a Cookie Crumb Trail Recipe book so you can try out your favorite cookies when you start your holiday baking!
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Fri, Nov 8, 2024, 7:00 PM – Sun, Nov 10, 2024, 3:00 PM
- St. Peter & Paul Catholic Church
- 717 State Street
- Alton, IL, 62002
- United States
Enjoy a Christmas concert presented by The Great Rivers Choral Society. This year’s concert is “Christmas: My Favorite Things.” Selections will include holiday musical favorites about what it means to belong to a family, and how in times of strife, reconciliation and joy we bond together to help and heal each other.
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Fri, Nov 8, 2024, 5:00 PM – Sun, Nov 10, 2024, 3:00 PM
- Dick Brothers Brewery
- 929 York Street
- Quincy, IL, 62301
- United States
Get into the holiday spirit with Quincy’s Christkindl Market, the community’s only traditional German marketplace. There will be live music will be played throughout the weekend, food and refreshments, and German-inspired will be sold at the market. This is the perfect opportunity to find the perfect gift and get a jump on holiday shopping
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Fri, Nov 8, 2024, 5:00 PM – Sun, Nov 10, 2024, 4:00 PM
- Oakley Lindsay Civic Center
- 300 Civic Center Plaza
- Quincy, IL, 62301
- United States
Shop local artists and small shops in one location! This show features handmade and custom items from some of the best craft vendors in the Midwest. Shop early and pick up great Christmas gifts, clothing, jewelry, holiday décor, handmade items and so much more! While you shop, enjoy some tasty treats, a glass of wine and live entertainment.
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Fri, Nov 8, 2024, 12:00 PM – Sun, Nov 10, 2024, 4:00 PM
- The Convocation Center
- 217 Olympic Drive
- Jonesboro, AR, 72401
- United States
Lit'l Bita Christmas has become one of the premier events in all of Northeast Arkansas and has grown into one of the largest Arts and Crafts shows in the entire Midsouth Region. Hosted by the Red Wolf Club, it all began in 1987 as a way to help fund the scholarship athletes at Arkansas State.
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Fri, Nov 8, 2024, 9:00 AM – Sat, Nov 9, 2024, 8:00 PM
- Downtown are and other locations
- 106 East Front Street
- Sikeston, MO, 63801
- United States
Start your Christmas shopping with a visit to downtown Sikeston. Browse the galleries, art studio, antique and collectibles shops, boutiques, and specialty stores to find that gift for someone special. While downtown, take a carriage ride through the area or enjoy the Historic Homes Walking/Driving Tour. The annual Downtown Sikeston Christmas ornament will be available for sale in select stores.
