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Hometown Holiday Block Party

December 01, 2018 - December 01, 2018 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Location

Elmhurst City Centre

2 City Centre

Elmhurst, IL 60126

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Description

(Editor's note: Chicago Parent learned on Nov. 30 that this event has been cancelled due to impending inclement weather.)

Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive via the Holly Trolley around 4:30 p.m. and will be available for pictures until 8 p.m. Enjoy a live band and DJ for dancing and prizes. Visit the Elmhurst History Museum booth for an “It’s a Wonderful Life” photo op. Adult beverages and hot cocoa available for purchase, fire pit stations on site for warmth. Free rides for kids on the Hometown Holiday Express Kiddie Train.

Event Cost: Free.

Event Times: 4-8 p.m.

Additional Information

Website: http://www.elmhurstcitycentre.com

Neighborhood: Western Suburbs

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