Hometown Holiday

December 7, 2024

Get into the holiday spirit with your favorite hometown celebration. Join us in Lemont Downtown on Saturday, December 7 from 2-5PM for the annual tree lighting, shopping, visits from Santa and more!

Christmas magic makes its way to Lemont with an afternoon of holiday cheer.

2:00 PM - 4:45 PM | Meet with Santa Claus
The Bridge Lemont

2:00 PM - 4:45 PM | Explore Holiday Fun at Local Businesses

  • Write Letters to Santa at Folklore Coffee

  • Dance at the Jingle Bell Party at 223 Main Street

  • Listen to Stories with Mrs. Claus at Three Stories Books

  • Create Cinnamon Dough Ornaments at Aster Gardens

  • Color and Create Ornament Kits at That Girl + Co

  • Book Signing with Pat Camalliere at Smokey Row Antiques

  • Adorn Yourself with Permanent Jewelry at Tatum Mae Boutique

  • Enjoy Hot Cocoa with Girl Scouts on Stephen Street

  • Pick Up New Plants and Holiday Decor with Lemont Garden Club on Stephen Street

5:00 PM | Lighting of the Holiday Tree
Usher in the holiday season when the entire Village gathers to light the Village of Lemont Holiday Tree

Celebrate the season with us

Light Up the Holiday Season

After a few hours of fun, meet us at 5:00 PM on Front Street for the annual lighting of the Village of Lemont Holiday Tree! Join Santa Claus, Archie the Lemontster, and their friends for a joyful tree lighting ceremony.

The Fun Continues
Stick around after the tree lighting from 5-8 PM to enjoy all of the holiday lights with a free tractor ride. Tractor rides will pick up and drop off on Front Street near The Bridge Lemont.

Fun + Food For All

Throughout the event, purchase treats from The Little Red Donut Truck, Ben’s Soft Pretzels, and Creamery.  All participants can enjoy free popcorn from the Popcorn Wagon while supplies last.

Where to park

You’ll find plenty of street, lot, and garage parking throughout Lemont Downtown. Use our parking guide to find a safe place to leave your car for the day and enjoy access to our easily walkable downtown.

Meet Your Host

Hometown Holiday is hosted by The Village of Lemont and Lemont Downtown with the help of our sponsors and participating businesses.

For questions, connect with us at hello@lemontdowntown.com.