2023 Christmas Guide: St. Joseph, Homer and Oakwood

Village of St. Joseph Christmas Tree Lighting

• When the Stars Align: December 2, 2023, festivities from 4:30 PM, tree lighting at dusk
• Enchanted Spot: Heart of St. Joseph
• Wonder Awaits: Dance in the glow of the tree lights, craft your own ornament masterpiece, savor gooey s’mores, and snap whimsical photos. Plus, embark on a merry Grinch Hunt at 2 PM.

Christmas in Homer

• Festive Day & Time: December 2, 2023, 9 AM – 2 PM
• Cozy Corner: Village Hall, Homer
• Sparkling Delights: Stroll among unique, twinkling stalls, meet Santa, and indulge in the joyous cookie walk. Await surprises from food trucks and more!

Cookie Walk in Homer

• Sugar Rush: December 2, 2023, 9 AM until the cookies crumble
• Candy Lane: Homer
• Confectionery Dreams: Curated by the Homer American Legion Auxiliary, this cookie extravaganza sells heavenly treats by weight, funding heartwarming community endeavors.

4. “Santa Sprint” – 6th Annual St. Joe Santa 5K Run/Walk

• Jingle All the Way: December 16, 2023, 9 AM to midnight
• Racing Wonderland: The streets of St. Joseph
• Festive Fervor: Jog with jolly Santas, enjoy rhythmic music, relish milk & cookies, and warm up with hot chocolate. Capture merry moments with Santa & The Grinch.

Homer for the Holidays

• Natural Merriment: December 9, 2023, 1-4 PM
• Forest Fantasy: Salt Fork Center, Homer Lake Forest Preserve
• Enchanted Escapades: Craft unique, earth-friendly gifts, and deck the trees with wildlife treats. A free, heartwarming affair for families to create, explore, and cherish.

“Candyland Come Alive” at Oakwood Public Library

• Sweet Adventure: December 9, 2023, 9 AM – 4 PM
• Fantasy Land: Oakwood Public Library
• Board Game Bonanza: Step into a life-size Candyland, a sugary spectacle where every turn brings laughter and delight, free for dreamers of all ages.

Holly Jolly Christmas at St. Joseph Stanton Fire Department

• Date: December 9, 2023
• Winter Wonderland: St. Joseph Stanton Fire Department
• Chilly Charms: Relish a pancake feast, welcome Santa, outwit the Grinch, indulge in a hot cocoa bar, and immerse in creative crafts and cookies.

St. Joseph Christmas Parade

• Twilight Procession: December 9, 2023, at 6 PM
• Parade Path: Beginning at St. Joseph Middle School
• Luminous Spectacle: A cavalcade of lights, floats, and golf carts, each vying for the crown in three dazzling categories, orchestrated by the St. Joseph Women’s Community Club.

Bunker Hill Historic Area Open House

• Step into Yesteryear: December 3, 2023, 2 – 8 PM
• Time Capsule Location: Kennekuk County Park, Danville, Illinois
• Vintage Vibes: Traverse through time in the Atwood Home, Neff Grocery Store, and Print Shop. Relish 1940s Christmas radio shows, sip on hot cider, and craft timeless holiday cards.

Embark on a magical journey this December, brimming with twinkling lights, sweet treats, and heartwarming festivities in our enchanting community!