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Art Van Furniture Brings The Magic Of The Holidays Home To Downers Grove With 5th Annual Art Van Wonderland

Hundreds of community members to gather for 1 million lights display, 10-foot vintage-inspired wooden rocking horse & inspired holiday décor

Mark your calendars and check them twice! Art Van Furniture is kicking off the most wonderful time of the year with its fifth annual Art Van Wonderland display in Downers Grove at 6:30p.m. on November 10.

The must-see display, located inside the Art Van Furniture showroom at 1021 Butterfield Road, will transport local families and guests into a winter wonderland. Guests can stroll through the festive décor reminiscent of scenes from classic holiday stories, including 10-foot vintage-inspired wooden rocking horses, trees with all the trimmings, Santa’s custom-built living room, and an authentic Lionel train. The evening will conclude with a one-of-a-kind lighting ceremony during which the sky will be illuminated in one million lights.

“Art Van Wonderland combines the most beloved and timeless elements of the holidays into one magical experience the entire community will enjoy,” said Art Van Elslander, founder and chairman of Art Van Furniture. “We look forward to welcoming all into our home for the holidays and seeing the joy it brings to individuals and families alike.”

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The spirit of the season will continue through January 1, 2017 with special community events, as well as complimentary photographs with Santa for children of all ages taking place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, November 26, December 3, 10 and 17, as well as from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, November 27, December 4, 11 and 18.

For additional information on Art Van Wonderland, visit artvan.com.

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