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SUMMARY:FREE Horse-Drawn Trolley Rides
DESCRIPTION:Take a free ride through downtown aboard a 26-passenger horse-drawn trolley and visit Belleville’s Honorary Veterans Memorial Square\, Christkindlmarkt\, and the downtown shopping & dining district. \nPassengers can board and disembark in the first block of East Main Street near the entrance to the Christkindlmarkt in Downtown Belleville\, Illinois.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/free-horse-drawn-trolley-rides/2025-12-07/
LOCATION:Honorary Veterans Memorial Square\, 101 S Illinois St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun
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ORGANIZER;CN="City of Belleville":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T120000
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CREATED:20250923T150707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T151950Z
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SUMMARY:Breakfast With Santa at the Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a meal with Santa on the farm! Children can tell Santa their Christmas wishes. Santa has a special gift for each child. We will capture the moment in a photo of your child with Santa. Each child will get to decorate a sugar cookie with frosting and sprinkles and a holiday story will be read. Reservations are required. \nBreakfast will be provided from 8am until noon. The meal includes scrambled eggs\, crips bacon\, fried potatoes\, fruit\, biscuits\, and homemade sausage gravy\, drink (alcohol is not included). Fee charged.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/breakfastwithsanta/2025-12-07/
LOCATION:Eckert’s Country Restaurant\, 951 S. Green Mount Road\, Belleville\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink,Holiday Fun
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eckert's Farms":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T140000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165648
CREATED:20251014T190338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T190338Z
UID:10000452-1765105200-1765116000@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Santa Claus Fun Crafts & Photos
DESCRIPTION:Meet Santa with a smile for a photo while making fun holiday make-and-take crafts & enjoy refreshments.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/santa-claus-fun-crafts-photos/
LOCATION:The Edge\, 701 S Belt W\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun
ORGANIZER;CN="The Edge":MAILTO:norm@edge618.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165648
CREATED:20251006T160337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T160337Z
UID:10000369-1765105200-1765137600@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Annual Belleville Christkindlmarkt
DESCRIPTION:Thurs-Sat.\, 11 AM – 8 PM*\,\nSundays 11 AM – 6 PM*\n*See website for exact hours and details \nShop the 12th Annual Belleville Christkindlmarkt\, an open-air German Christmas Market on Belleville’s Public Square\, featuring unique vendors\, food\, and beverages\, along with live entertainment and special attractions on specific dates. \nVisit the Belleville Christkindlmarkt website for event details\, including dates and hours\, a list of vendors\, entertainment and attraction dates\, and more!
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/annual-belleville-christkindlmarkt/2025-12-07/
LOCATION:Honorary Veterans Memorial Square\, 101 S Illinois St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink,Holiday Fun
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ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Christkindlmarkt":MAILTO:belleville.christmas.market@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165648
CREATED:20251007T150255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T150446Z
UID:10000391-1765105200-1765137600@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Ainad Shriners FEZtival of Trees
DESCRIPTION:The Nobles and Ladies of Ainad Shriners have begun planning and preparations for its Third Annual Ainad Shriners FEZtival of Trees set for November 28 – December 13\, 2025. The FEZtival of Trees will be held at 23 Public Square\, Belleville\, Illinois\, and will be open to the public. \nPatrons at the FEZtival of Trees purchase raffle tickets and place such in respective tree ticket boxes for a chance to win those trees and the gifts accompanying the trees. At the conclusion of the FEZtival of Trees the winner of each tree will be selected from all raffle tickets submitted for each tree. \nYour support of Ainad Shriners FEZtival of Trees will help us maintain our beautiful and historic Ainad Shrine Center\, as well as support Shriner activities and causes throughout Southern Illinois. Unfortunately\, your donation is not deductible as a charitable contribution\, but please consider helping us generate a positive impact throughout Southern Illinois.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/ainad-shriners-feztival-of-trees-2/2025-12-07/
LOCATION:23 Public Square\, 23 Public Square\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun,Non-Profit
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165648
CREATED:20251013T143340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T143340Z
UID:10000405-1765116000-1765123200@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Christmas Wonders
DESCRIPTION:Experience the magic of the holiday season with “Christmas Wonders\,” a captivating concert by the Belleville Philharmonic Chorale\, conducted by Richard Thompson. This enchanting event will take place at the magnificent Cathedral of St Peter in Belleville\, providing the perfect backdrop for an evening of sacred and festive choral works. \nJoin us as the Chorale fills the cathedral with the harmonious sounds of the season\, celebrating the spirit of Christmas through a diverse repertoire of traditional and contemporary pieces. Whether you’re a long-time fan of choral music or discover it for the first time\, “Christmas Wonders” promises to be an unforgettable experience that will leave you filled with joy and wonder.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/christmas-wonders/
LOCATION:St. Peter’s Catholic Cathedral\, 200 W Harrison St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday Fun,Music
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Belleville-Philharmonic.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Philharmonic Society of Belleville":MAILTO:info@bellevillephilharmonic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T170000
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CREATED:20251016T140717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T140717Z
UID:10000453-1765119600-1765126800@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:2025 Christmas Concert
DESCRIPTION:Come and enjoy Christmas songs performed by the Metro East Community Chorale at 3:00 pm on Sunday\, December 7\, 2025 at St. Paul United Church of Christ\, 115 W B St\, Belleville\, IL 62220. Free. Enjoy familiar Christmas songs in a variety of arrangements by over fifty singers and an orchestra. www.metroeastcommunitychorale.org
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/2025-christmas-concert/
LOCATION:St. Paul United Church of Christ\,\, 115 W B St\,\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220
CATEGORIES:Holiday Fun,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T210000
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CREATED:20251002T164032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T164032Z
UID:10000143-1765126800-1765141200@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:56th Annual Way of Lights Christmas Display
DESCRIPTION:For 56 years\, the night shines at the Shrine of Our Lady of Snows at the Annual Way of Lights display\, lighting up the grounds for our Journey to Bethlehem and the birth of Christ. The breathtaking display now includes additional color lights to celebrate Christ’s birthday. It is FREE to drive through (donations accepted)\, but special activities incur a nominal charge for camel rides\, pony rides\, food\, drinks\, LEGO’S\, and Kettle Corn (with funnel cakes!). The lights are on from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm nightly\, even on the holidays. Buildings are closed on Thanksgiving\, Christmas Eve\, and Christmas Day. Donations accepted.\nThe National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows 618-397-6700
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/56th-annual-way-of-lights-christmas-display/2025-12-07/
LOCATION:Shrine of Our Lady of Snows\, 442 South Demazenod Drive\, Belleville\, 62223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows":MAILTO:info@snows.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251208T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251208T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165648
CREATED:20251007T150255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T150446Z
UID:10000392-1765191600-1765224000@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Ainad Shriners FEZtival of Trees
DESCRIPTION:The Nobles and Ladies of Ainad Shriners have begun planning and preparations for its Third Annual Ainad Shriners FEZtival of Trees set for November 28 – December 13\, 2025. The FEZtival of Trees will be held at 23 Public Square\, Belleville\, Illinois\, and will be open to the public. \nPatrons at the FEZtival of Trees purchase raffle tickets and place such in respective tree ticket boxes for a chance to win those trees and the gifts accompanying the trees. At the conclusion of the FEZtival of Trees the winner of each tree will be selected from all raffle tickets submitted for each tree. \nYour support of Ainad Shriners FEZtival of Trees will help us maintain our beautiful and historic Ainad Shrine Center\, as well as support Shriner activities and causes throughout Southern Illinois. Unfortunately\, your donation is not deductible as a charitable contribution\, but please consider helping us generate a positive impact throughout Southern Illinois.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/ainad-shriners-feztival-of-trees-2/2025-12-08/
LOCATION:23 Public Square\, 23 Public Square\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun,Non-Profit
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251208T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251208T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165648
CREATED:20251002T164032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T164032Z
UID:10000144-1765213200-1765227600@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:56th Annual Way of Lights Christmas Display
DESCRIPTION:For 56 years\, the night shines at the Shrine of Our Lady of Snows at the Annual Way of Lights display\, lighting up the grounds for our Journey to Bethlehem and the birth of Christ. The breathtaking display now includes additional color lights to celebrate Christ’s birthday. It is FREE to drive through (donations accepted)\, but special activities incur a nominal charge for camel rides\, pony rides\, food\, drinks\, LEGO’S\, and Kettle Corn (with funnel cakes!). The lights are on from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm nightly\, even on the holidays. Buildings are closed on Thanksgiving\, Christmas Eve\, and Christmas Day. Donations accepted.\nThe National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows 618-397-6700
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/56th-annual-way-of-lights-christmas-display/2025-12-08/
LOCATION:Shrine of Our Lady of Snows\, 442 South Demazenod Drive\, Belleville\, 62223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/20211128_175621.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows":MAILTO:info@snows.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165648
CREATED:20251007T150255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T150446Z
UID:10000393-1765278000-1765310400@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Ainad Shriners FEZtival of Trees
DESCRIPTION:The Nobles and Ladies of Ainad Shriners have begun planning and preparations for its Third Annual Ainad Shriners FEZtival of Trees set for November 28 – December 13\, 2025. The FEZtival of Trees will be held at 23 Public Square\, Belleville\, Illinois\, and will be open to the public. \nPatrons at the FEZtival of Trees purchase raffle tickets and place such in respective tree ticket boxes for a chance to win those trees and the gifts accompanying the trees. At the conclusion of the FEZtival of Trees the winner of each tree will be selected from all raffle tickets submitted for each tree. \nYour support of Ainad Shriners FEZtival of Trees will help us maintain our beautiful and historic Ainad Shrine Center\, as well as support Shriner activities and causes throughout Southern Illinois. Unfortunately\, your donation is not deductible as a charitable contribution\, but please consider helping us generate a positive impact throughout Southern Illinois.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/ainad-shriners-feztival-of-trees-2/2025-12-09/
LOCATION:23 Public Square\, 23 Public Square\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun,Non-Profit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/FEZtival-of-Trees.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165648
CREATED:20251002T164032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T164032Z
UID:10000145-1765299600-1765314000@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:56th Annual Way of Lights Christmas Display
DESCRIPTION:For 56 years\, the night shines at the Shrine of Our Lady of Snows at the Annual Way of Lights display\, lighting up the grounds for our Journey to Bethlehem and the birth of Christ. The breathtaking display now includes additional color lights to celebrate Christ’s birthday. It is FREE to drive through (donations accepted)\, but special activities incur a nominal charge for camel rides\, pony rides\, food\, drinks\, LEGO’S\, and Kettle Corn (with funnel cakes!). The lights are on from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm nightly\, even on the holidays. Buildings are closed on Thanksgiving\, Christmas Eve\, and Christmas Day. Donations accepted.\nThe National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows 618-397-6700
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/56th-annual-way-of-lights-christmas-display/2025-12-09/
LOCATION:Shrine of Our Lady of Snows\, 442 South Demazenod Drive\, Belleville\, 62223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows":MAILTO:info@snows.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251211
DTSTAMP:20260429T165648
CREATED:20251014T163151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T172020Z
UID:10000420-1765324800-1765411199@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Santa's House on the Square
DESCRIPTION:Visit Santa at his house on Belleville’s Honorary Veterans Memorial Square and make memories that last a lifetime. VIEW WEBSITE FOR HOURS AND SCHEDULE \n  \n“Santa’s House is a decades long holiday tradition dating back to 1964 when it replaced its much smaller predecessor. For years families have been coming with their children to visit Santa in his Belleville house and take home a photo keepsake. We receive visitors from the entire metro area and we routinely receive visitors from all over the world including Germany\, England\, Japan\, Israeli\, Ukraine and many more. Santa’s House has been featured in many news articles\, television news segments and once had a photo mention on a national daytime talk show. Santa’s House is currently owned and operated by the Optimist Club of Belleville and supported by volunteers. The Optimist Club of Belleville is a community civic organization with deep roots in Belleville who support and promote the well being of youth in our community.” / BellevilleSantaHouse.com
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/santas-house-on-the-square/2025-12-10/
LOCATION:Honorary Veterans Memorial Square\, 101 S Illinois St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/house_3651_A1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The Optimist Club of Belleville":MAILTO:hawkins70@aol.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165648
CREATED:20251007T150255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T150446Z
UID:10000394-1765364400-1765396800@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Ainad Shriners FEZtival of Trees
DESCRIPTION:The Nobles and Ladies of Ainad Shriners have begun planning and preparations for its Third Annual Ainad Shriners FEZtival of Trees set for November 28 – December 13\, 2025. The FEZtival of Trees will be held at 23 Public Square\, Belleville\, Illinois\, and will be open to the public. \nPatrons at the FEZtival of Trees purchase raffle tickets and place such in respective tree ticket boxes for a chance to win those trees and the gifts accompanying the trees. At the conclusion of the FEZtival of Trees the winner of each tree will be selected from all raffle tickets submitted for each tree. \nYour support of Ainad Shriners FEZtival of Trees will help us maintain our beautiful and historic Ainad Shrine Center\, as well as support Shriner activities and causes throughout Southern Illinois. Unfortunately\, your donation is not deductible as a charitable contribution\, but please consider helping us generate a positive impact throughout Southern Illinois.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/ainad-shriners-feztival-of-trees-2/2025-12-10/
LOCATION:23 Public Square\, 23 Public Square\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun,Non-Profit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/FEZtival-of-Trees.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165648
CREATED:20251002T164032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T164032Z
UID:10000146-1765386000-1765400400@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:56th Annual Way of Lights Christmas Display
DESCRIPTION:For 56 years\, the night shines at the Shrine of Our Lady of Snows at the Annual Way of Lights display\, lighting up the grounds for our Journey to Bethlehem and the birth of Christ. The breathtaking display now includes additional color lights to celebrate Christ’s birthday. It is FREE to drive through (donations accepted)\, but special activities incur a nominal charge for camel rides\, pony rides\, food\, drinks\, LEGO’S\, and Kettle Corn (with funnel cakes!). The lights are on from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm nightly\, even on the holidays. Buildings are closed on Thanksgiving\, Christmas Eve\, and Christmas Day. Donations accepted.\nThe National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows 618-397-6700
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/56th-annual-way-of-lights-christmas-display/2025-12-10/
LOCATION:Shrine of Our Lady of Snows\, 442 South Demazenod Drive\, Belleville\, 62223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/20211128_175621.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows":MAILTO:info@snows.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251212
DTSTAMP:20260429T165648
CREATED:20251014T163151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T172020Z
UID:10000421-1765411200-1765497599@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Santa's House on the Square
DESCRIPTION:Visit Santa at his house on Belleville’s Honorary Veterans Memorial Square and make memories that last a lifetime. VIEW WEBSITE FOR HOURS AND SCHEDULE \n  \n“Santa’s House is a decades long holiday tradition dating back to 1964 when it replaced its much smaller predecessor. For years families have been coming with their children to visit Santa in his Belleville house and take home a photo keepsake. We receive visitors from the entire metro area and we routinely receive visitors from all over the world including Germany\, England\, Japan\, Israeli\, Ukraine and many more. Santa’s House has been featured in many news articles\, television news segments and once had a photo mention on a national daytime talk show. Santa’s House is currently owned and operated by the Optimist Club of Belleville and supported by volunteers. The Optimist Club of Belleville is a community civic organization with deep roots in Belleville who support and promote the well being of youth in our community.” / BellevilleSantaHouse.com
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/santas-house-on-the-square/2025-12-11/
LOCATION:Honorary Veterans Memorial Square\, 101 S Illinois St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/house_3651_A1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The Optimist Club of Belleville":MAILTO:hawkins70@aol.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251211T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251211T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165648
CREATED:20251006T160337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T160337Z
UID:10000370-1765450800-1765483200@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Annual Belleville Christkindlmarkt
DESCRIPTION:Thurs-Sat.\, 11 AM – 8 PM*\,\nSundays 11 AM – 6 PM*\n*See website for exact hours and details \nShop the 12th Annual Belleville Christkindlmarkt\, an open-air German Christmas Market on Belleville’s Public Square\, featuring unique vendors\, food\, and beverages\, along with live entertainment and special attractions on specific dates. \nVisit the Belleville Christkindlmarkt website for event details\, including dates and hours\, a list of vendors\, entertainment and attraction dates\, and more!
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/annual-belleville-christkindlmarkt/2025-12-11/
LOCATION:Honorary Veterans Memorial Square\, 101 S Illinois St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink,Holiday Fun
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ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Christkindlmarkt":MAILTO:belleville.christmas.market@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251211T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251211T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165648
CREATED:20251007T150255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T150446Z
UID:10000395-1765450800-1765483200@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Ainad Shriners FEZtival of Trees
DESCRIPTION:The Nobles and Ladies of Ainad Shriners have begun planning and preparations for its Third Annual Ainad Shriners FEZtival of Trees set for November 28 – December 13\, 2025. The FEZtival of Trees will be held at 23 Public Square\, Belleville\, Illinois\, and will be open to the public. \nPatrons at the FEZtival of Trees purchase raffle tickets and place such in respective tree ticket boxes for a chance to win those trees and the gifts accompanying the trees. At the conclusion of the FEZtival of Trees the winner of each tree will be selected from all raffle tickets submitted for each tree. \nYour support of Ainad Shriners FEZtival of Trees will help us maintain our beautiful and historic Ainad Shrine Center\, as well as support Shriner activities and causes throughout Southern Illinois. Unfortunately\, your donation is not deductible as a charitable contribution\, but please consider helping us generate a positive impact throughout Southern Illinois.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/ainad-shriners-feztival-of-trees-2/2025-12-11/
LOCATION:23 Public Square\, 23 Public Square\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun,Non-Profit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/FEZtival-of-Trees.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251211T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251211T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165648
CREATED:20251002T164032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T164032Z
UID:10000147-1765472400-1765486800@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:56th Annual Way of Lights Christmas Display
DESCRIPTION:For 56 years\, the night shines at the Shrine of Our Lady of Snows at the Annual Way of Lights display\, lighting up the grounds for our Journey to Bethlehem and the birth of Christ. The breathtaking display now includes additional color lights to celebrate Christ’s birthday. It is FREE to drive through (donations accepted)\, but special activities incur a nominal charge for camel rides\, pony rides\, food\, drinks\, LEGO’S\, and Kettle Corn (with funnel cakes!). The lights are on from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm nightly\, even on the holidays. Buildings are closed on Thanksgiving\, Christmas Eve\, and Christmas Day. Donations accepted.\nThe National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows 618-397-6700
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/56th-annual-way-of-lights-christmas-display/2025-12-11/
LOCATION:Shrine of Our Lady of Snows\, 442 South Demazenod Drive\, Belleville\, 62223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/20211128_175621.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows":MAILTO:info@snows.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251213
DTSTAMP:20260429T165648
CREATED:20251014T163151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T172020Z
UID:10000422-1765497600-1765583999@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Santa's House on the Square
DESCRIPTION:Visit Santa at his house on Belleville’s Honorary Veterans Memorial Square and make memories that last a lifetime. VIEW WEBSITE FOR HOURS AND SCHEDULE \n  \n“Santa’s House is a decades long holiday tradition dating back to 1964 when it replaced its much smaller predecessor. For years families have been coming with their children to visit Santa in his Belleville house and take home a photo keepsake. We receive visitors from the entire metro area and we routinely receive visitors from all over the world including Germany\, England\, Japan\, Israeli\, Ukraine and many more. Santa’s House has been featured in many news articles\, television news segments and once had a photo mention on a national daytime talk show. Santa’s House is currently owned and operated by the Optimist Club of Belleville and supported by volunteers. The Optimist Club of Belleville is a community civic organization with deep roots in Belleville who support and promote the well being of youth in our community.” / BellevilleSantaHouse.com
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/santas-house-on-the-square/2025-12-12/
LOCATION:Honorary Veterans Memorial Square\, 101 S Illinois St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/house_3651_A1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The Optimist Club of Belleville":MAILTO:hawkins70@aol.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251213
DTSTAMP:20260429T165648
CREATED:20251014T185308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T185308Z
UID:10000443-1765497600-1765583999@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:FREE Horse-Drawn Trolley Rides
DESCRIPTION:Take a free ride through downtown aboard a 26-passenger horse-drawn trolley and visit Belleville’s Honorary Veterans Memorial Square\, Christkindlmarkt\, and the downtown shopping & dining district. \nPassengers can board and disembark in the first block of East Main Street near the entrance to the Christkindlmarkt in Downtown Belleville\, Illinois.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/free-horse-drawn-trolley-rides/2025-12-12/
LOCATION:Honorary Veterans Memorial Square\, 101 S Illinois St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Christkindlmarkt-Trolley.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="City of Belleville":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251212T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251212T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165648
CREATED:20251006T160337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T160337Z
UID:10000371-1765537200-1765569600@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Annual Belleville Christkindlmarkt
DESCRIPTION:Thurs-Sat.\, 11 AM – 8 PM*\,\nSundays 11 AM – 6 PM*\n*See website for exact hours and details \nShop the 12th Annual Belleville Christkindlmarkt\, an open-air German Christmas Market on Belleville’s Public Square\, featuring unique vendors\, food\, and beverages\, along with live entertainment and special attractions on specific dates. \nVisit the Belleville Christkindlmarkt website for event details\, including dates and hours\, a list of vendors\, entertainment and attraction dates\, and more!
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/annual-belleville-christkindlmarkt/2025-12-12/
LOCATION:Honorary Veterans Memorial Square\, 101 S Illinois St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink,Holiday Fun
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Christkindlmarkt-Logo-scaled.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Christkindlmarkt":MAILTO:belleville.christmas.market@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251212T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251212T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165648
CREATED:20251007T150255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T150446Z
UID:10000396-1765537200-1765569600@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Ainad Shriners FEZtival of Trees
DESCRIPTION:The Nobles and Ladies of Ainad Shriners have begun planning and preparations for its Third Annual Ainad Shriners FEZtival of Trees set for November 28 – December 13\, 2025. The FEZtival of Trees will be held at 23 Public Square\, Belleville\, Illinois\, and will be open to the public. \nPatrons at the FEZtival of Trees purchase raffle tickets and place such in respective tree ticket boxes for a chance to win those trees and the gifts accompanying the trees. At the conclusion of the FEZtival of Trees the winner of each tree will be selected from all raffle tickets submitted for each tree. \nYour support of Ainad Shriners FEZtival of Trees will help us maintain our beautiful and historic Ainad Shrine Center\, as well as support Shriner activities and causes throughout Southern Illinois. Unfortunately\, your donation is not deductible as a charitable contribution\, but please consider helping us generate a positive impact throughout Southern Illinois.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/ainad-shriners-feztival-of-trees-2/2025-12-12/
LOCATION:23 Public Square\, 23 Public Square\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun,Non-Profit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/FEZtival-of-Trees.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251212T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251212T190000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165648
CREATED:20250923T151121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T151121Z
UID:10000115-1765558800-1765566000@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Breakfast with Santa at Dinnertime
DESCRIPTION:Join us for breakfast with Santa on the farm at dinner-time! We know some of you just aren’t morning people\, so we are now offering Breakfast with Santa in the evening. The event is exactly like our traditional Breakfast with Santa… just at night! \n  \nChildren can tell Santa their Christmas wishes. Santa has a special gift for each child. We will capture the moment in a photo of your child with Santa. Each child will get his/her face/hand painted\, get to decorate a sugar cookie with frosting and sprinkles and a holiday story will be read. Reservations are required. \nBreakfast will be provided from 5pm until 7pm. The meal includes scrambled eggs\, crips bacon\, fried potatoes\, fruit\, biscuits\, and homemade sausage gravy\, drink (alcohol is not included). Fee charged.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/breakfast-with-santa-at-dinnertime/2025-12-12/
LOCATION:Eckert’s Country Restaurant\, 951 S. Green Mount Road\, Belleville\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink,Holiday Fun
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Eckerts-Breakfast-with-Santa.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Eckert's Farms":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251212T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251212T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165648
CREATED:20251002T164032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T164032Z
UID:10000148-1765558800-1765573200@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:56th Annual Way of Lights Christmas Display
DESCRIPTION:For 56 years\, the night shines at the Shrine of Our Lady of Snows at the Annual Way of Lights display\, lighting up the grounds for our Journey to Bethlehem and the birth of Christ. The breathtaking display now includes additional color lights to celebrate Christ’s birthday. It is FREE to drive through (donations accepted)\, but special activities incur a nominal charge for camel rides\, pony rides\, food\, drinks\, LEGO’S\, and Kettle Corn (with funnel cakes!). The lights are on from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm nightly\, even on the holidays. Buildings are closed on Thanksgiving\, Christmas Eve\, and Christmas Day. Donations accepted.\nThe National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows 618-397-6700
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/56th-annual-way-of-lights-christmas-display/2025-12-12/
LOCATION:Shrine of Our Lady of Snows\, 442 South Demazenod Drive\, Belleville\, 62223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/20211128_175621.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows":MAILTO:info@snows.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251213
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251214
DTSTAMP:20260429T165648
CREATED:20251014T163151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T172020Z
UID:10000423-1765584000-1765670399@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Santa's House on the Square
DESCRIPTION:Visit Santa at his house on Belleville’s Honorary Veterans Memorial Square and make memories that last a lifetime. VIEW WEBSITE FOR HOURS AND SCHEDULE \n  \n“Santa’s House is a decades long holiday tradition dating back to 1964 when it replaced its much smaller predecessor. For years families have been coming with their children to visit Santa in his Belleville house and take home a photo keepsake. We receive visitors from the entire metro area and we routinely receive visitors from all over the world including Germany\, England\, Japan\, Israeli\, Ukraine and many more. Santa’s House has been featured in many news articles\, television news segments and once had a photo mention on a national daytime talk show. Santa’s House is currently owned and operated by the Optimist Club of Belleville and supported by volunteers. The Optimist Club of Belleville is a community civic organization with deep roots in Belleville who support and promote the well being of youth in our community.” / BellevilleSantaHouse.com
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/santas-house-on-the-square/2025-12-13/
LOCATION:Honorary Veterans Memorial Square\, 101 S Illinois St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/house_3651_A1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The Optimist Club of Belleville":MAILTO:hawkins70@aol.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251213
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251214
DTSTAMP:20260429T165648
CREATED:20251014T185308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T185308Z
UID:10000444-1765584000-1765670399@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:FREE Horse-Drawn Trolley Rides
DESCRIPTION:Take a free ride through downtown aboard a 26-passenger horse-drawn trolley and visit Belleville’s Honorary Veterans Memorial Square\, Christkindlmarkt\, and the downtown shopping & dining district. \nPassengers can board and disembark in the first block of East Main Street near the entrance to the Christkindlmarkt in Downtown Belleville\, Illinois.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/free-horse-drawn-trolley-rides/2025-12-13/
LOCATION:Honorary Veterans Memorial Square\, 101 S Illinois St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Christkindlmarkt-Trolley.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="City of Belleville":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165648
CREATED:20250923T150707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T151950Z
UID:10000110-1765612800-1765627200@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Breakfast With Santa at the Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a meal with Santa on the farm! Children can tell Santa their Christmas wishes. Santa has a special gift for each child. We will capture the moment in a photo of your child with Santa. Each child will get to decorate a sugar cookie with frosting and sprinkles and a holiday story will be read. Reservations are required. \nBreakfast will be provided from 8am until noon. The meal includes scrambled eggs\, crips bacon\, fried potatoes\, fruit\, biscuits\, and homemade sausage gravy\, drink (alcohol is not included). Fee charged.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/breakfastwithsanta/2025-12-13/
LOCATION:Eckert’s Country Restaurant\, 951 S. Green Mount Road\, Belleville\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink,Holiday Fun
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Eckerts-Breakfast-with-Santa.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Eckert's Farms":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165648
CREATED:20251006T160337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T160337Z
UID:10000372-1765623600-1765656000@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Annual Belleville Christkindlmarkt
DESCRIPTION:Thurs-Sat.\, 11 AM – 8 PM*\,\nSundays 11 AM – 6 PM*\n*See website for exact hours and details \nShop the 12th Annual Belleville Christkindlmarkt\, an open-air German Christmas Market on Belleville’s Public Square\, featuring unique vendors\, food\, and beverages\, along with live entertainment and special attractions on specific dates. \nVisit the Belleville Christkindlmarkt website for event details\, including dates and hours\, a list of vendors\, entertainment and attraction dates\, and more!
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/annual-belleville-christkindlmarkt/2025-12-13/
LOCATION:Honorary Veterans Memorial Square\, 101 S Illinois St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink,Holiday Fun
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Christkindlmarkt-Logo-scaled.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Christkindlmarkt":MAILTO:belleville.christmas.market@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T165648
CREATED:20251007T150255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T150446Z
UID:10000397-1765623600-1765656000@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Ainad Shriners FEZtival of Trees
DESCRIPTION:The Nobles and Ladies of Ainad Shriners have begun planning and preparations for its Third Annual Ainad Shriners FEZtival of Trees set for November 28 – December 13\, 2025. The FEZtival of Trees will be held at 23 Public Square\, Belleville\, Illinois\, and will be open to the public. \nPatrons at the FEZtival of Trees purchase raffle tickets and place such in respective tree ticket boxes for a chance to win those trees and the gifts accompanying the trees. At the conclusion of the FEZtival of Trees the winner of each tree will be selected from all raffle tickets submitted for each tree. \nYour support of Ainad Shriners FEZtival of Trees will help us maintain our beautiful and historic Ainad Shrine Center\, as well as support Shriner activities and causes throughout Southern Illinois. Unfortunately\, your donation is not deductible as a charitable contribution\, but please consider helping us generate a positive impact throughout Southern Illinois.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/ainad-shriners-feztival-of-trees-2/2025-12-13/
LOCATION:23 Public Square\, 23 Public Square\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun,Non-Profit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/FEZtival-of-Trees.png
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR