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Fri, Dec 27, 2024, 8:30 AM – Sat, Dec 28, 2024, 11:30 AM
- Pere Marqutte State Park
- 13112 Visitor Center Lane
- Grafton, IL
- United States
Every winter Pere Marquette State Park and the surrounding area plays host to to our national bird, the Bald Eagle. Participants will learn to distinguish between immature and mature eagles, what they eat, why they winter in the area and more. Each program begins features a lecture and a short video presentation followed by an observational drive.
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Sunday, December 22, 2024, 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM
- Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site
- 130 Ramey Street
- Collinsville, IL, 62234
- United States
Observe the winter solstice sunrise and learn of the discovery, form and function of an ancient post circle called Woodhenge that was used as a solar calendar by the Cahokians. No ceremony or ritual is presented. Woodhenge is located 1/2 mile west of Monks Mound and the main entrance to the site.
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Saturday, December 14, 2024, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
- Lighthouse Park
- XH97+4Q Grafton, Illinois
- Grafton, IL
- United States
What started just a few short years ago as a few good friends looking for a way to have a little festive fun has grown into a full-fledged annual holiday lights parade and you are invited to become a part of the action!
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Sat, Dec 14, 2024, 10:00 AM – Sun, Dec 15, 2024, 4:00 PM
- Lewis and Clark State Historic Site
- 1 Lewis and Clark Trail
- Hartford, IL, 62048
- United States
Every year in early December visitors are able to relive the arrival of the Lewis and Clark Expedition as reenactors set up at the site to recreate the preparations for that historic journey. On the grounds are craft exhibitors demonstrating early American skills such as woodworking and candle making and there will be recreations of marching drills, cooking and shooting demonstrations.
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Sunday, December 8, 2024, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Prairie to West Central to Oak Streets
- Bethalto, IL
For more than 25 years, the Bethalto Spirit Group has held its annual Bethalto Spirit Victorian Christmas Walk the second Sunday in December. This free event provides attendees an opportunity to stroll through the downtown area, returning to a time in history when things moved at a much slower pace.
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Saturday, December 7, 2024, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Civic Center
- 51 Mill Street
- Elsah, IL, 62028
- United States
The Village of Elsah annually opens its doors for its “Home for the Holidays” house tour. A selection of charming homes in the village will be open, and a horse drawn carriage will offer free rides to ticket bearers through the village which has been festively decorated, and there will be entertainment at various venues. In addition, the Elsah Museum, B&Bs, and churches will be open for tours.
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Saturday, December 7, 2024, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- The Loading Dock
- 300 West Main Street
- Grafton, IL, 62037
- United States
It wouldn't be Christmas without holiday treats and Grafton will celebrate in style with Santa's Chocolate Express coming to town. Visit local businesses to collect a variety of chocolates, enjoy caroling on the downtown streets and meet Santa and Mrs. Claus at Grove Memorial Park from 2 pm to 4 pm. Tour Grafton’s lodging and guest houses to book your next stay in Grafton.
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Sat, Dec 7, 2024, 10:00 AM – Sun, Dec 8, 2024, 3:00 PM
- Alton High School
- 4200 Humbert Road
- Alton, IL, 62002
- United States
Since 1989 shoppers have been able to find all their Christmas goodies at this arts & crafts fair that features over 200 crafters from Illinois and Missouri displaying their wares. Breakfast and lunch will be served and there is free parking. All proceeds benefit the Alton Band and Orchestra programs at Alton Community School District.
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Fri, Dec 6, 2024, 7:00 PM – Sun, Dec 8, 2024, 5:00 PM
- The Bridge Church
- 504 East 12th 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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Friday, December 6, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
- Glazebrook Park
- 1401 Stamper Lane
- Godfrey, IL, 62035
- United States
Visit beautiful Glazebrook Park as it is lit up with lights to celebrate the season. Get your picture taken with Santa Claus, roast chestnuts and marshmallows on an open fire, carriage rides and free hot cocoa and treats. In honor of the giving season, attendees are asked that non-perishables food items are brought for donation to the Crisis Food Center.
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Friday, December 6, 2024, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Jacoby Arts Center
- 627 East Broadway
- Alton, IL, 62002
- United States
Alton Main Street and Jacoby Arts Center are presenting First Fridays, a late-night art and shopping experience which spans the Downtown Alton district. This event will be held on the First Friday of each month from September through December, providing you with an opportunity to check out new shops and galleries and visit familiar favorites to experience art and great specials at each business.
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Fri, Nov 29, 2024, 9:00 AM – Sun, Dec 1, 2024, 5:00 PM
- Gateway Convention Center
- 1 Gateway Drive
- Collinsville, IL, 62234
- United States
This annual event is a great place to purchase holiday gift items made by Native American artists and craftspeople. Vendors and artists will have jewelry, paintings, crafts, clothing, weavings, carvings, baskets, pottery, sculpture and more for sale.
