Evergreen Park's free holiday celebration at the Hamilton B. Maher Community Center returns for 2026 with Santa, live reindeer, an ice rink, inflatables, live music, and the village tree lighting, traditionally held the first Saturday of December.
Evergreen Park's Santa's Wonderland & Rein-Dog Parade returns for the 2026 season at the Hamilton B. Maher Community Center on W 97th Street. The free celebration stacks Santa and Mrs. Claus, the Grinch, Buddy the Elf, live reindeer, an artificial ice rink, inflatables, live music, crafts, food vendors, and the town tree lighting all in one afternoon. The event has traditionally been held on the first Saturday of December, and the village confirms the full schedule as the date nears. Bring the kids, hit the reindeer pen early, and stick around to watch the lights come on.
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An annual free event at the Hamilton B. Maher Community Center (3450 W 97th St), confirmed returning for the 2026 season; traditionally held the first Saturday of December.
Hamilton B. Maher Community Center
The village's community hub hosts Santa and Mrs. Claus, the Grinch, Buddy the Elf, live reindeer, an artificial ice rink, inflatables, live music, and crafts.
Village Tree Lighting
The town lights its tree as part of the event, closing out the afternoon with the whole community.
