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The Forge Winter Lights Festival

December 18, 2020 - December 18, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 5:00 pm

This event occurs weekly,
on Saturdays, Sunday

Location

The Forge - Lemont Quarries

Main Street

Lemont, IL 60439

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Description

Guests can experience a special holiday light show coordinated to the sounds of the season. Stop by and cozy up next to fire pits while enjoying drinks and bites from The Foundry’s new winter menu. The light show will be displayed on the trees lining The Forge Quarry.

Event Cost: Free with Forge admission.

Event Times: 5-7 p.m.

Additional Information

Website: https://www.forgeparks.com/events-calendar

Neighborhood: South Suburbs

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