The Holiday Glow In Illinois That's Straight Out Of A Hallmark Christmas Movie
Melissa Mahoney
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It’s time to get into the holiday spirit! During the holiday season, there’s certainly no shortage of festivals to attend around the Prairie State. This year, one, in particular, is set to be so festive you may feel as though you’re walking through the set of a Hallmark Christmas Movie! The Holiday Glow in Illinois at Monticello’s Allerton Park and Retreat Center is a holiday light festival you won’t want to miss.
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Have you made plans yet to attend the Holiday Glow in Illinois? In the comments, please tell your fellow readers about your favorite holiday light displays throughout the state. For more information on this holiday tradition in Illinois, visit the official website of the Allerton Park and Retreat Center. You can also follow the Allerton Park and Retreat Center Facebook page for updates.
‘Tis the season to see light displays around the state. Read our post on the most magical light displays in Illinois for some of the best. And if you’re looking for gifts this holiday season, be sure to check out the OnlyInYourState Holiday Gift Guide!
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Holiday Season In Illinois
What are some holiday traditions in Illinois?
Among the holiday traditions celebrated in Illinois are the following:
- Cutting down your own Christmas tree and bringing it home to decorate.
- Hiding a Christmas pickle in the Christmas tree – a pickle ornament will do. On Christmas day, kids get to search for the pickle and whoever finds it first will be the first to open a gift!
- Not only do we decorate our houses but maybe our cars as well.
- Shop at a Christmas market. Nothing says Christmas better than walking around one of the festive Christmas markets around the state!
Check out some of the other Christmas traditions in the state.
What are some of the best Christmas events in Illinois?
Some of the best Christmas events in Illinois include:
- McFerren Park Christmas Light Show in Hoopeston which is a free Christmas lights event.
- The annual Holiday of Lights in Moosehart has become a holiday tradition in Illinois.
- ZooLights at Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago is a family-friendly event.
- Illumination: Tree Lights at Morton Arboretum in Lisle is like something out of a fairy tale.
- Brookfield Zoo’s Holiday Magic Event has become a time-honored tradition as well in Illinois.
- Holiday Lights at Lilacia Park in Lombard offers an enjoyable holiday experience.
- Chicago Around the World and Holiday of Lights is held at the Museum of Science and Industry.
- The Geneva Christmas Walk in Geneva, IL is a festive event that’s sure to dazzle anyone who attends.
Check out more Christmas events in Illinois.