# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Tree Lighting & Visit with Santa
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 06 Dec, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sun, 06 Dec, 2026 at 07:00 pm (-06:00)
- **Event Description**: The Village of Montgomery and the Greater Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce host its annual Tree Lighting in front of the Village Hall on Sunday, December 6. The event features Santa Claus's arrival at approximately 5P by the Montgomery & Countryside Fire District fire engine, musical performances by area school children and local singers, strolling carolers, free hot chocolate and cookies, kids giveaways, and crafts sponsored by local River Street businesses and GMACC Chamber members. Participants should dress for the weather, as most activities are outdoors. 

All welcome. Bring the family to meet Santa; following his arrival, he will remain on site until 7P for visits and pictures. While you wait, enjoy cookies and cocoa and vote for their favorite tree. 

RIVER STREET ACTIVITIES
4:30 - 5:00P | Get festive on River Street with holiday music by local performers
5:05P | Santa's Arrival & Tree Lighting
5:15P | Welcome by Mayor Brolley - Activities begin throughout River St. and Village Hall

VILLAGE HALL ACTIVITIES
Live musical performances
Pictures & Visits with Santa
Crafts and Letters to Santa with the Rotary Club of Montgomery

The Festival of Trees remains on display through December 28. Indoor trees will be available for viewing during business hours at Village Hall 8A-4:30P Monday through Friday. Outdoor River Street trees and Village Hall will remain decorated through on or about December 28.

Find out more at https://www.montgomeryil.org/189/Tree-Lighting.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/montgomery/tree-lighting-and-visit-with-santa/200029736476826
- **Event Categories**: entertainment, performances, festivals, music, live-music, kids, pictures-with-santa, holiday
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 21

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Montgomery
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Village of Montgomery, IL
- **lat**: 41.7296832
- **long**: -88.3408371
- **full address**: Village of Montgomery, IL, Settler's Cottage Museum, 198 N River St, Montgomery, IL 60538, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Tree Lighting & Visit with Santa being held?
  - **A:** Tree Lighting & Visit with Santa takes place on Sun, 06 Dec, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Sun, 06 Dec, 2026 at 07:00 pm at Village of Montgomery, IL, Settler's Cottage Museum, 198 N River St, Montgomery, IL 60538, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Tree Lighting & Visit with Santa?
  - **A:** Tree Lighting & Visit with Santa is organized by Village of Montgomery, IL.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Tree Lighting & Visit with Santa is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Montgomery, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Tree Lighting & Visit with Santa sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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