Holiday Happenings in the Champaign-Urbana Area
The holiday season is a magical time in the Champaign-Urbana area, with a mix of small-town charm and vibrant community events. Whether you’re a long-time resident or just visiting, there’s plenty to see, do, and experience. Here’s your guide to the most festive happenings this year!
Holiday Markets
We have a handful of maker markets for your holiday shopping needs. Check em’ out below!
Riggs Christmas Market:
When: November 29–December 22 (weekends only)
Where: 1901 South High Cross Rd, Urbana
The First Mistletoe Market:
When: November 23
Where: The Orpheum | 346 N Neil St, Champaign
CUC Fab Lab Holiday Maker Market:
When: November 30 & December 1
Where: 1301 S. Goodwin Ave, Urbana
The Second Mistletoe Market (The Orpheum, Champaign):
When: November 30
Where: The Orpheum | 346 N Neil St, Champaign
Allerton Holiday Showcase:
When: December 6–8
Where: 515 Old Timber Rd, Monticello
PostMark December
When: December 7
Where: 135 W. Main St, Urbana
TOAD-ally Awesome Art Hop-up:
When: December 7
Where: Independent Media Center | 202 S Broadway Ave, Urbana
The Third Mistletoe Market (Lincoln Square Mall, Urbana):
When: December 7
Where: 201 Lincoln Square, Urbana
Illini Union Winter Market:
When: December 8
Where: 1401 W. Green St, Urbana
The Fourth Mistletoe Market (Lincoln Square Mall, Urbana):
When: December 14
Where: 201 Lincoln Square, Urbana
Community Events
The Champaign-Urbana area is bursting with holiday cheer! From festive light displays and markets to family-friendly performances and parades, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this season.
Amish Country
Pathway of Lights, Arcola
When: November 2–January 4
Where: 125 N County Road 425E, Arcola
Christmastown Celebration, Tuscola
When: December 3–8
Where: Downtown Tuscola
Lighted Christmas Parade, Tuscola
When: December 6
Where: Ervin Park, Tuscola
German Christmas Market at Edgewood Farm, Arthur
When: December 6–8
Where: 325 N 1475 E, Arthur
Lighted Christmas Parade, Arthur
When: December 7
Where: Downtown Arthur
Little Theatre on the Square Presents: The Polar Express
When: November 29–30
Where: 16 E Harrison St, Sullivan
Little Theatre on the Square Presents: Rudolph 24
When: November 30
Where: 16 E Harrison St, Sullivan
Little Theatre on the Square Presents: Elf-The Musical
When: December 13–22
Where: 16 E Harrison St, Sullivan
Hanukkah in the Champaign-Urbana Area
First Night of Hanukkah Party
When: December 7
Where: Hillel First Floor Multi-Purpose Room
Champaign
Winter Nights at Prairie Farm
When: November 29–January 5
Where: 2202 W Kirby Ave, Champaign
Festival of Trees
When: December 7
Where: 1901 South High Cross Rd, Urbana
Downtown Champaign
Parade of Lights
When: November 30
Where: 1901 South High Cross Rd, Urbana
Holiday in Whoville, Virginia Theatre
When: December 8
Where: 1900 S 1st St, Champaign
Homer
When: December 14
Where: 1229 Flicker Drive, 2573 Homer Lake Rd N, Homer
Mahomet
When: November 29–December 24 (Fridays & Saturdays)
Where: Mabery Gelvin Botanical Gardens, Mahomet
Mahomet Village Christmas:
When: December 6–10
Where: 414 E Main St, Mahomet
Monticello
Holiday Showcase at Allerton
When: December 6–7
Where: 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello
Holiday GLOW at Allerton
When: December 6–7, 8–23, 26–31
Where: 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello
When: December 7
Where: Downtown Monticello
Santa in the Depot
When: December 13–22
Where: Wabash Depot 200 E Railroad St, Monticello
Paxton
Paxton’s Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony:
When: November 29
Where: 155 N. Market St, Paxton
Paxton’s Annual Christmas Parade:
When: November 30
Where: 145 S. Market St, Paxton
Paxton’s Evening Holiday Shopping Event:
When: December 6
Where: 145 S. Market St, Paxton
Rantoul
Hardy’s Reindeer Ranch Winter Season
When: Now–December 28
Where: 1356 County Road 2900 N, Rantoul
When: December 7
Where: Congress Ave, Rantoul
St. Joseph
Christmas in St. Joseph
When: December 6
Where: 407 S Main St, St. Joseph
St. Joseph Women’s Club Christmas Parade
When: December 14
Where: 207 E Lincoln Ave, St. Joseph