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Christmas Free Holidays

Tree Lighting in Wilder Park

December 05, 2024 - December 05, 2024 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Photo credit: Elmhurst Park District

Location

Wilder Park

175 S. Prospect Ave.

Elmhurst, IL 60126

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Description

Join the Elmhurst Park District as they kick off the holiday season in Wilder Park and light community trees that surround the park. Kids can visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus and enjoy holiday festivities.

Event cost: Free

Event time: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Dec. 5, 2024

Additional Information

Website: https://www.epd.org/

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

Neighborhood: Western Suburbs

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