Morton Grove residents will have the chance to see Santa Claus, take tractor rides and more at the annual Holly Days festival, set for Dec. 2, and enjoy additional holiday spirit at Santa Comes to Town, Dec. 3.
The Friday event in Harrer Park will feature a holiday tree lighting, kids’ craft activities, stories and refreshments, according to information on the Morton Grove Park District website.
The fest will kick off at 5 p.m. Friday, with the tree lighting and a performance by the Morton Grove Singers, per Park District information.
The village’s annual “Santa Comes to Town” parade is set for Saturday. Santa will parade through the village’s residential streets to greet children and throw candy.
Santa will begin his ride at the intersection of Greenwood Avenue and Waukegan Road at 11 a.m, according to information from the village. His trip will end at Main Street and Austin Avenue by 1:30 p.m.
Youngsters who find special markings on their candy can collect a gift from Santa later in the afternoon at the Prairie View Community Center. Any child, whether they find special markings on their candy or not, is welcome to visit Santa there and pick up a coloring book and crayons, according to village information.
Santa’s full parade route is also online at https://www.mortongroveil.org/santa/.