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Star Wars Skating With Santa

December 16, 2017 - December 16, 2017 @ 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Location

Westfield Old Orchard

4999 Old Orchard Center

Skokie, IL 60077

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Description

Kids can dress up as their favorite Star Wars characters and share the ice with Santa. Show off skating skills in one of the 30-minute sessions or enjoy crafts and photos with Santa and his live reindeer (2-3 p.m. or 6-7 p.m.). Prizes will be awarded for the best Star Wars character costumes.

Event Cost: $10; skate rental included

Event Times: 2-6 p.m.

Additional Information

Neighborhood: North/Northwest Suburbs

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