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Downtown Evanston Holiday Light Celebration

Name: Downtown Evanston Holiday Light Celebration
Start: 2026-12-05T22:30:00.000Z
End: 2026-12-06T01:00:00.000Z
Location: Fountain Square

Saturday, December 5, 4:30 to 7pmFreeFountain Square, Evanston, IL 60201Downtown Evanston

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Evanston's annual tree lighting at Fountain Square with local elected officials, Santa and Mrs. Claus, and holiday music from local singing groups. The tree is lit around 5 PM, followed by more entertainment, plus free Santa photo ops at The Merion starting 5:30 PM.

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