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Vintage Holidays in Long Grove

November 22, 2024 - December 22, 2024

This event occurs weekly,
on Sundays, Fridays, Saturday

Photo credit: Historic Long Grove Carriage

Location

Downtown Long Grove

308 Old McHenry Road

Long Grove, IL 60047

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Description

This old-fashioned celebration comes alive in a picture-perfect holiday setting. The Victorian buildings are trimmed in lights and a covered bridge and cobblestone walkways are lined with luminaries. Also, costumed carolers, strolling musicians, horse-drawn carriage rides and Santa and Mrs. Claus on weekends.

Event cost: Free admission

Event times: Times vary by date and atcivity; Nov. 22-Dec. 22, 2024

Additional Information

Website: https://www.longgrove.org/festival/holiday-season/

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Teens, Toddlers, Tweens

Neighborhood: North/Northwest Suburbs

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