La Grange Holiday Walk Kicks Off Saturday

Final preparations are underway for the 2019 La Grange Holiday Walk on Saturday, December 7, when Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive to Village Hall by fire truck to pull a giant switch that lights a majestic tree beginning at 5:30pm.

Dozens of ice sculptures, lively carolers, trolley rides, a kiddie train, pony rides and festive open houses are all a part of the celebration, now in its 28th year, which is organized by the La Grange Business Association and Village of La Grange. This year, presenting sponsors are Smothers Realty Group and DuPage Medical Group.

Schedule of Events:

• 3:00 pm FREE holiday matinee of "ELF" at La Grange Theatre.
• 4-6 pm Craft and green screen photo with Elsa at La Grange Library.
• 4:45 pm All Village Sing with LTHS Madrigal Choir near Village Hall.
• 5:00 pm FREE Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, Kiddie Train and Trolley Rides. Hop aboard the trolley to Stone Ave. Train Station for Polar Express-themed activities, Elsa and free 3D holiday spectacles.
• 5-9 pm Merchants welcome shoppers with festive Open Houses.
• 5:30 pm Santa arrives by fire truck to Village Hall for tree lighting ceremony.
• 6-8 pm Visits with Santa at Village Hall.
• 6-8 pm Choirs perform in front of Village Hall.

The La Grange Holiday Walk is possible through the support of dozens of local businesses including:

American Family Insurance - The Wagler Agency, @properties, Baird & Warner, Bloom3 La Grange, Blueberry Hill, Boyce Chiropractic, Carolyn Bronke Wind, DDS PC, Casa Margarita, Ceramic Art Café, Club Pilates, Cold Stone Creamery, Coldwell Banker, D'Amici Salon & Style, The Dental Loft, Kathy Dierkes State Farm Insurance, DuPage Medical Group, ELLIPTIHIT, The Elm, Eye Mechanix, First United Methodist Church of La Grange, FNBC Bank & Trust, fourteensixteen, Gemini Gymnastics, Get In Shape For Women, Gilmartin Legal, Horizon Wealth Management, Hortons of La Grange, Impact Dance Studio, JAYNE Boutique, Teri Khazen - Edward Jones, La Buona Vita, La Grange Camera, La Grange Pointe, La Grange Theatre, Lexington Health Network, Little People's Country Academy of Arts & Education, MAK's House La Grange, Mathnasium, Anne Monckton Group - Baird & Warner, Nicksons Eatery, Olivaceto, Orangetheory Fitness, Owl & Lark, Palmer Place, Park District of La Grange, Pillars Community Health, Plymouth Place, prasino, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Santiagos Mexican Restaurant, Sato Music Studios, Smothers Realty Group, TATES Old Fashioned Ice Cream Shop, Township of Lyons, uBreakiFix, Veni Vidi Val, Vintage Charm, Whisper Me Home, Wild Monk, Willow Insurance Services, Inc.

Social Media

• Check out our Selfies with Elfie photo boards located at 53 S La Grange Road and 23 S. La Grange Road. For the latest daily holiday shopping updates, follow the LGBA and La Grange, IL on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Our three social media handles are #ShopLaGrange, #HometownHoliday and #ShopSmall.

Shopper's Rewards Program: Buy a gift, get a gift for yourself

Save your receipts when you shop in La Grange between November 30 and December 24, 2019. This first 100 qualifying holiday shoppers to spend at least $300 in La Grange on retail products, gift certificates or services will be eligible to receive $50 in LGBA gift certificates. Get program details here.

About the Village of La Grange

The Village of La Grange, first settled in the 1830s by Chicago residents looking to escape the rapid population boom in Chicago, is a sanctuary for its residents still today. The historic downtown area, anchored by La Grange Village Hall and surrounded by historic buildings dating back to the Village founding, provide the perfect backdrop for socializing and celebration. The vibrant economy and strong community connection have made La Grange a destination dining location for gathering with friends and family in the Village's "restaurant row," while La Grange's family-owned businesses provide friendly, personalized service, quality merchandise and memorable shopping experiences. Annual events such as the Pet Parade, the holiday walk, and an arts festival bring the community together in support of local organizations, businesses and causes. For more information, go to http://www.villageoflagrange.c...

About La Grange Business Association

The La Grange Business Association is a group of 300 businesses, services and non-profit organizations that strive to energize and enhance the local business climate through events, networking and advocacy. For more information, go to www.lgba.com.