Lighting Up Lemont turns historic downtown Lemont into a walkable winter lights display from Nov 28, 2026 through Jan 31, 2027, with displays along the I&M Canal, downtown streets, and Village Green.
Lighting Up Lemont is the village's signature winter lights display, turning historic downtown into a walkable, glowing holiday scene from Nov 28, 2026 through Jan 31, 2027. String lights arc along the I&M Canal and downtown streets, through the Village Green, and into a themed Candy Cane Lane, all set among the family-owned shops, restaurants, and taverns of downtown. Displays glow from dusk onward, made for slow strolls and photos. The season kicks into full gear with Hometown Holiday on Saturday, Dec 5, from 2 to 5 p.m., when the Christmas tree lights up around 5 p.m., Santa arrives for photos, and the shops and cafes stay warm and welcoming. Bundle up, bring the family, and make an evening of it.
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The holiday lights display runs Nov 28, 2026 through Jan 31, 2027 in historic downtown Lemont, glowing from dusk with lights along the I&M Canal, downtown streets, Village Green, and a themed Candy Cane Lane.
The season's main kickoff on Saturday, Dec 5, 2 to 5 p.m. in historic downtown Lemont, with the annual Christmas tree lighting around 5 p.m., Santa photos, holiday shopping, and hot chocolate.
The downtown merchants association presents the display with the Village of Lemont and community sponsors.
