Oswego, IL – Drivers across Kendall County should expect heavy congestion and slow-moving traffic this Friday as the 2025 Oswego Christmas Walk brings thousands of visitors downtown. The busiest period is expected between 4 and 9 p.m., creating significant delays for commuters and residents heading through the area today.
According to the Village of Oswego Police Department, the heaviest backups will occur along US Route 34 through downtown Oswego, with additional congestion on Madison Street and Washington Street. Officers advise anyone not attending the Christmas Walk to plan alternate routes or adjust their travel schedules to avoid peak traffic.
The Christmas Walk is one of Oswego’s largest yearly events, drawing families from across Northern Illinois for holiday activities, live entertainment, and local business specials. Police say the high turnout combined with narrowed travel lanes and pedestrian-heavy streets is likely to create extended delays, especially during early evening hours.
Parking options for event attendees include the Downtown Parking Deck, the Harrison Street lot, Village Hall, and designated street parking. For those looking to avoid downtown congestion entirely, a free shuttle will run from the Oswego High School north lot to Byline Bank at 36 Monroe St. throughout the event.
Officials recommend planning extra travel time, using neighborhood cut-throughs cautiously, and watching for pedestrians crossing Route 34 and nearby intersections. The Village urges drivers to remain patient as officers direct traffic and manage crowd flow.
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