Homer For The Holidays: Santa's Arrival, Park Lighting And More

HOMER GLEN, IL — Homer for the Holidays will not only feature the lighting of Heritage Park for the holiday season, but attendees can also expect Santa's arrival on a fire truck, live music, and an ice sculpting demonstration at the event on Dec. 4.

The event will be held from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Heritage Park, 14240 W. 151st St. The Village said three new large-scale light sculptures have been added to the display this year.

The kick-off event will include Christmas carols sung by the choir students at Oak Prairie Junior High School and Homer Junior High School, the Village said. Mayor George Yukich will welcome Santa's arrival on a fire truck provided by the Homer Township Fire Protection District, and the two will light the park for the season, according to the Village.

After the park is lit, guests can enjoy live music by music instructors at Edge Music Academy, a live ice-sculpting demonstration and costumed holiday characters. Seasonal treats by Mucha Salsa and Augie’s Kettle Corn will also be available for sale during the event, the Village said.

Visitors are welcome to walk or drive through the park and enjoy the lights each night until 11 p.m. The light display runs through Jan. 3.

The second year of Snowman Lane also returns this year, and 50, 5-foot, hand-decorated snowmen will be placed throughout the light display, according to the Village. Three prizes will be awarded: one “Homer Glen Junior Woman’s Club Award” will be determined by judges from the club, and two “People’s Choice Awards” will be determined by an online vote.

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