Kankakee, IL – The holiday season officially begins in Kankakee as the Kankakee Valley Park District hosts its annual Tree Lighting Celebration at Bird Park on Tuesday, December 2, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
According to event organizers, the family-friendly evening will feature festive activities including cookie decorating at Claus’ Cookie Corner, Story Time with Elsa, face painting, and the popular Reindeer Games Zone. Visitors can also enjoy cheerful tunes from live carolers while sipping hot cocoa under the twinkling lights.
Santa and Mrs. Claus will make a special appearance to meet families and help light the Kankakee Valley Park District’s Christmas tree. The event promises to bring the community together with laughter, music, and seasonal spirit at one of Kankakee’s most beloved parks.
Attendees are encouraged to bundle up, bring loved ones, and join in the countdown to the lighting of the community tree. The celebration is free and open to the public, offering a perfect opportunity to kick off the month of December with holiday joy.
For more details, visit www.kvpd.com.
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