Momence, IL – Families across Kankakee County are set to gather in downtown Momence this Saturday as the annual Christmas Gathering returns with a full afternoon of holiday activities, a lighted parade, and a community tree lighting ceremony.
According to the Momence Chamber of Commerce, the event runs Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 1 to 5:30 p.m., with the lighted parade at 5 p.m. followed by the tree lighting at 5:30 p.m. The celebration stretches throughout the downtown district, offering family-friendly stops, shopping opportunities, and seasonal treats.
Visitors can enjoy photos with Santa at City Hall, free coffee and hot chocolate at Queen of Everything Green, and holiday shopping at the Sluggers Christmas Market. Caezar’s Palace Christmas Store will offer free cookies, while Chipman Public Library will host ornament making, reindeer games, and a chance to meet Mrs. Claus.
On East Washington Street, Sensei Steve’s will feature ninja bread cookies, a giant stocking drawing, and “Cowabunga Christmas” activities. Nearby, families can visit a petting zoo, barrel car rides, and the P8W Shake Drink Tent.
Additional events include a “Charlie Brown Christmas” at New Life Church from 2 to 4 p.m., and the Graham Historic House will host its Victorian Christmas showcase. At the Momence Farm Museum, guests can enjoy strolling carolers, Christmas crafts, and the annual “A Christmas Carol” exhibit.
The Chamber is also offering horse-drawn carriage rides downtown from 2 to 5 p.m. as part of the afternoon festivities.
Local businesses will have special promotions throughout the day, and residents are encouraged to shop and stroll through the decorated downtown corridor.
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