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With just one month to go, the City of West Chicago is getting ready to welcome the holiday season at its annual Frosty Fest on Saturday, December 5, from 4:30 to 7:00 p.m. in downtown West Chicago!

The festivities will begin with the City's official Tree Lighting Ceremony at 4:30 p.m. in front of the Fox Community Center (306 Main Street), followed by an evening of holiday activities for all ages.

Visitors can look forward to horse-drawn trolley rides, live ice sculpting demonstrations, train rides, alpacas, reindeer, holiday photo opportunities, food vendors, and visits with Mr. and Mrs. Claus. Guests can also shop from local craft vendors, enjoy live entertainment, and sip on hot chocolate

Don't miss the Frosty Fest Window Decorating Contest!

Community organizations will showcase their creativity with festive, gingerbread-themed window displays. Visitors can vote for their favorite and help crown the 2026 "Frosty Fest Fan Favorite."

Make plans to bring family and friends downtown for an evening of holiday fun as West Chicago celebrates the start of the holiday season!