Winnetka Holiday Tree Lighting, Sale Kicks Off Festive Season

WINNETKA, IL — The holiday season in Winnetka is getting started in earnest as the village holds its annual tree lighting and a holiday sale from participating local businesses this weekend. First up, the annual Winnetka Holiday Tree Lighting will take place on Friday at 5:30 p.m. in Station Park, across the street from Winnetka Village Hall.

Santa will be on hand for the festivities, along with holiday carolers decked in Victorian attire to lead the singing for the lighting ceremony. After the ceremony, stop by at Little Ricky's Rib Joint, 540 Lincoln Ave., for some time with Santa.

Then, the 38th annual “Red Invitation” Holiday Sunday Sale gets underway Dec. 3. Local merchants have discounts, specials, refreshment and special personalized services planned throughout the day.

Check out a list of all participating merchants and some of the deals on offer in the Northfield, Hubbard Woods, East Elm and West Elm shopping districts — or click on the map below.

_{Top photo: A past holiday tree lighting in Winnetka | via Patch archive, Winnetka-Northfield Chamber of Commerce}