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Winter Solstice Bonfire
Allerton Park & Retreat Center
515 Old Timber Rd.
Monticello, Illinois 61856
(217) 333-3287
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Join us to celebrate the “shortest day of the year” at
the Winter Solstice Bonfire on in the Allerton Meadow!
The winter solstice marks the official beginning of winter and has been celebrated in a variety of ways for thousands of years, traditionally honoring the imminent return of the sun and symbolizing new beginnings.
In addition to the bonfire (lit around 6 p.m.), take time to stroll through
Holiday GLOW and warm up with a drink from the bar or meal from a food truck or the Greenhouse Café (open 5-9 p.m. with a limited menu).
$10/vehicle, payable upon arrival*. Cash only; exact change appreciated.
Complete your visit with an overnight stay in the Mansion or one of our guesthouses. View rooms here and make your reservation by calling 217-333-3287.
*Please note that there may be a wait for entry into this popular event.
Plan to arrive early if you would like to be present for the bonfire lighting around 6 p.m. We will do our best to get vehicles into the park as quickly as possible.