Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides
Woodstock Square Historic District 121 W Van Buren St, Woodstock, IL, United StatesTake a horse-drawn carriage ride around the historic downtown square.
Free
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Jingle All The Way Walk In Painting Event
Bristle and Timber 6140 E. Riverside Blvd., Loves Park, IL, United StatesChoose from over 40 projects with themes of Christmas, Winter, gnome, and more. You can paint there or bring home a to-go kit.
$24
Yuletide Family Fun Night
Cargill United Methodist Church 2000 Wesley Ave., Janesville, WI, United StatesFamilies can enjoy an evening of arts and crafts, tree decorating, Christmas karaoke, and a short film. There will be popcorn, water, and lemonade provided for free. You can bring Continue Reading
Free
Merry Market
Rockford City Market Indoors 116 N. Madison St., Rockford, IL, United StatesShop from local vendors selling holiday goods and gifts. There will also be live music and seasonal drinks.
Free
Hometown Holiday Community Celebration
Downtown Roscoe Main Street, Roscoe, IL, United StatesSpend time in downtown Roscoe and play games with prizes, listen to local school choirs, meet Santa, paint ornaments and more. View a list of events here.
Free
Christmas Traditions
First Free Rockford 2223 N Mulford Rd, Rockford, IL, United StatesBring the family to get free photos with Santa, face painting, photo booth, kids puppet show, live nativity, and more.
Free
HomeTown Handmade Christmas Market
The River's Edge Experience 103 S. 1st St., Oregon, IL, United StatesShop from 30+ of the best handmade vendors in the area.
Free
Grinch Meet and Greet
Hoo Haven 10823 Cleveland Rd, Durand, IL, United StatesMeet The Grinch, take a self-guided tour of hawks, owls, and bald eagles, and enjoy free hot cocoa.
Free
Holiday Crafting
Camp Winnebago 5804 N. Main St., Rockford, IL, United StatesKids ages 5-17 can be dropped off the create wreaths and ornaments. Register here. Cost: $15 per person in advance / $20 per drop-in
$15 – $20
Holiday Jubilee
Community Health Systems, Inc. 74 Eclipse Ctr, Beloit, WI, United StatesLearn about Hanukkah, Kwanza, Posada, and Christmas, take a photo with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and enjoy activities.
Free
