Tree Lighting & Visit with Santa

About this event

The Village of Montgomery and the Greater Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce host its annual Tree Lighting in front of the Village Hall on Sunday, December 6. The event features Santa Claus's arrival at approximately 5P by the Montgomery & Countryside Fire District fire engine, musical performances by area school children and local singers, strolling carolers, free hot chocolate and cookies, kids giveaways, and crafts sponsored by local River Street businesses and GMACC Chamber members. Participants should dress for the weather, as most activities are outdoors. All welcome. Bring the family to meet Santa; following his arrival, he will remain on site until 7P for visits and pictures. While you wait, enjoy cookies and cocoa and vote for their favorite tree. RIVER STREET ACTIVITIES 4:30 - 5:00P | Get festive on River Street with holiday music by local performers 5:05P | Santa's Arrival & Tree Lighting 5:15P | Welcome by Mayor Brolley - Activities begin throughout River St. and Village Hall VILLAGE HALL ACTIVITIES Live musical performances Pictures & Visits with Santa Crafts and Letters to Santa with the Rotary Club of Montgomery The Festival of Trees remains on display through December 28. Indoor trees will be available for viewing during business hours at Village Hall 8A-4:30P Monday through Friday. Outdoor River Street trees and Village Hall will remain decorated through on or about December 28. Find out more at https://www.montgomeryil.org/189/Tree-Lighting.