Oswego Christmas Walk Kicks Off Dec. 5

The Village of Oswego invites residents to the annual Christmas Walk Celebration, scheduled Friday, Dec. 5 through Dec. 7 throughout Oswego.

The festivities start with a celebration from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5 in downtown Oswego.

The night will begin with Toyland Train rides, the Sledding Hill (giant slide), ice skating rink, ice carving demonstrations, strolling carolers and characters, holiday music, kids crafts and games, delicious food vendors and shopping opportunities in the wonderful downtown businesses on Main Street.

At 7 p.m., the silent, illuminated fire truck parade will make its way down Main Street. Fire trucks from Oswego and other local fire departments will participate in this annual event. Stop at the Little White School museum, hosted by the Oswegoland Park District, for music and treats.

Don’t miss a Visit with Santa from 5:30to 8 p.m., hosted by the Garden Faire. Bring your cameras to capture that special moment with Santa. Delicious and tantalizing food will be available along Main Street. At Hudson Crossing Park, which is located at the corner of Harrison and Washington Street, enjoy the splendor and beauty of the Fox River as you and your family enjoy a ride on the Belgian Draft Horse Hay Ride.

The festivities will continue on Saturday, Dec. 6 with a Pancake Breakfast with Santa sponsored by the Rotary Club of Oswego, Fox River Academy of Music and Art, Oswego Senior Center and the Oswego YMCA at the District 308 Center (old Traughber Junior High). From 8 to 11 a.m., the event will include a delicious breakfast, games, crafts and pictures with Santa.

The annual Holiday Cookie Walk will take place in downtown Oswego from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Purchase your holiday tin and then visit all of the participating merchants for a homemade holiday cookie.

Don’t miss all of your Country Market favorites at the old Fire Station #1 as the Oswegoland Park District host the Holiday Country Market from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

The festivities continue on Sunday, Dec. 7 with Oswego Family YMCA Jingle Bell Jog.