One of the most cheerful holiday traditions is back for another year.
Explore the historic streets of German Village by candlelight during Village Lights on Sunday, December 8 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
This annual event allows visitors to travel through the village, guided by luminaries with festive surprises hiding throughout the trail.
🌟 Luminous Paths and Festive Delights
The historic streets will be adorned with luminaria, guiding you from charming shops to bustling businesses and restaurants. It’s a holiday treasure hunt where every corner holds a festive surprise!
Shops stay open late, offering holiday treats, discounts, and special offers. It’s the perfect opportunity to find unique gifts and soak in the joyful atmosphere.
🚋 Trolley Tales Through the Village
Navigating the holiday happenings is a breeze with trolley stops scattered throughout the Village. Hop on and off to explore the enchanting lights and discover the heartwarming moments this season brings.
🎄 Third St Extravaganza:
Hold onto your Santa hats! Third St is closing its doors to traffic, transforming into a winter wonderland. The Striezelmarkt lines Third St from Sycamore to Hoster, boasting over 50 local vendors and food trucks. From one-of-a-kind gifts to delectable treats, this market promises something for everyone on your list.
In addition to the Streizelmarkt, there will also be a German Village Makers Market at Flat 51 from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m., a Christkindlmarkt at Valter’s/The Columbus Maennerchor from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m., and the Not Your Mama’s Craft Market at the Schiller Park Rec Center from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.
🎶 Musical Magic at St. Mary’s
St. Mary’s becomes a melodic haven from 4 pm to 8 pm, offering a program filled with holiday music. Immerse yourself in the tunes of the season. Check out the program here: Music at St. Mary’s.
🚗 Free Parking
Worried about parking? Fear not! Grange has your back with free off-site parking at the surface lot on the corner of Sycamore and Bank. And to add an extra dash of holiday magic, trolley rides will whisk you from the lot to the heart of the Village. There’s also a small free lot at Old Trinity Lutheran Church, located at 404 S. 3rd St.
Village Lights is free for all to attend. For more info, or to plan your visit to German Village, please click here. 🌲🌟
