Yorkville Hosts 'Holiday Under the Stars,' Fireworks Show

The United City of Yorkville will host its Holiday Under the Stars & Fireworks Show Saturday, Nov. 22 in downtown Yorkville and Riverfront Park, 131 E. Hydraulic Ave.

The event will kick off the holiday season this year with a traditional tree lighting ceremony, food, Santa’s workshop with a visit from Santa, and to the end the evening, a holiday fireworks show.

Schedule of events:

• 9am - Breakfast with Santa at Cobblestone Bakery and Bistro (must register)
• 11am - Junior Women’s Kris Kringle Market
• 1pm - 5pm Free Visits with Santa
• 5pm - Gold Star Dance Performance
• 5:30pm -Yorkville Madrigals Performance
• 6:00pm – Holiday Performance
• 6:30pm - Tree Lighting Ceremony
• After the Tree Lighting Ceremony - Fireworks Show

Breakfast with Santa

For $7 per person, families will enjoy pastry and a drink while visiting with Santa and his elves. Guests are invited to bring their cameras to capture the special moment with their children and Santa.

A limited breakfast menu will also be available for additional purchase.

For more information or to register, contact the Yorkville Parks and Recreation Department at 630- 553-4357. Preregistration for this event is required.

Toys for Tots

Cobblestone Bakery & Bistro, 101 W. Van Emmon St., will collect items for Toys for Tots for families in need during the breakfast. Any donations will be greatly appreciated.

Drop off donations between 9 and 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 22.