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2022 gingerbread house contest at Lincoln Arts Institute

Lincoln Arts Institute 112 S. McLean Street, Lincoln, IL, United States

All entries will be displayed at the Lincoln Arts Institute from December 2 through December 17. A people's choice award will be given to the house receiving the most votes. Houses need to be dropped off at the Lincoln Arts Institute on December 2 between 5 PM and 8 PM or December 3 between 10 […]

Free

Candlelight Tours at the C.H. Moore Homestead DeWitt County Museum in Clinton

DeWitt County Museum 219 E. Woodlawn Street, Clinton, IL, United States

These self-guided candlelight tours are open to the public and take place on Friday evenings only; beginning the Friday following Thanksgiving, November 26. Other tour dates are December 3, 10 and 17. Visitors are asked to enter the house via the front door for these self-guided candlelight tours and may arrive anytime between 5 and […]

$2 – $5

Artful evenings crafting time at First United Methodist Church in Lincoln

First United Methodist Church of Lincoln 302 Broadway Street, Lincoln, IL, United States

Crafters and artists are invited to bring their projects to Room 101 at the church for time to enjoy fellowship while creating and working on projects. The group meets on the second Friday of each month. Event codes ccfre ccaca ccrel

Free

Paint night event with “Joy” painting by Joyful Painting at Flossie & Delzena’s Coffee Cafe

Flossie and Delzena's Coffee Cafe 600 Broadway Street, Lincoln, IL, United States

Participants will create a "Joy" painting featuring the face of a snowman. Paintings can be done using a portrait or landscape orientation; registrants should let Joyful Painting know which option they prefer. All canvases are pre-sketched. Cost is $45 per person and covers dinner as well as the cost of instruction and all painting supplies. […]

$45

Murder mystery dinner theater (“I’ll Be Homicidal for Christmas”) at Mackinaw Valley Winery

Mackinaw Valley Vineyard and Winery 33633 State Route 9, Mackinaw, IL, United States

Scrooge gets whacked in this holiday-themed whodunnit mystery dinner theater event. Arrival between 5:30 PM and 6:30 PM is suggested for seating, wine tasting and “mingling” with the cast, this is your chance to let them know if you want to participate in the show. The drama starts at approximately 6:30 PM. Wine can be […]

$50

Live comedy by Mandee McKelvey with special guest Autumn McGowan at Mason City Limits Comedy Club

Mason City Limits Comedy Club 114 E. Chestnut Street, Mason City, IL, United States

Mandee McKelvey was recently named one of the 50 best undiscovered comics in the country by Thrillist. As one of the Midwest's most acclaimed stand-up comedians, Mandee is revered for her ability to spin tragedy into comedy, from growing up poor in South Carolina to becoming a widow in her 20's. She was named a […]

$13.50 – $16.50

Downtown Lincoln Christmas Express holiday shopping event

Downtown Lincoln Illinois 601 Broadway Street, Lincoln, IL, United States

Beginning on Small Business Saturday (November 26), the Lincoln Downtown businesses will celebrate the Christmas Season. Shoppers will receive a ticket to get stamped at each participating location. Completed tickets turned in by December 17 will be eligible to win from many donated local gift cards. Event codes ccchr cclbep

Hot chocolate with Santa at Starbucks in Lincoln

Starbucks of Lincoln 3103 Woodlawn Road, Lincoln, IL, United States

Enjoy free hot chocolate with Santa from 8 AM to 10 AM. Event codes ccff ccfb ccfk ccchr

Free

Reimagine Mason City Christmas

Mason City, IL Mason City, IL, United States

The event features a breakfast, vendor fair, parade and pictures with Santa. Visit the Reimagine Mason City Christmas Facebook page for more information. Event codes ccchr ccff ccfk ccfb ccvs ccpad ccsoc

Holiday show and sale by members at Lincoln Arts Institute

Lincoln Arts Institute 112 S. McLean Street, Lincoln, IL, United States

The Lincoln Arts Institute presents its annual holiday show and sale featuring artwork from Lincoln Arts Institute members with works available for purchase. An opening reception takes place November 10 from 5 PM to 8 PM in the gallery. The show will be on display until December 17. The gallery is open Fridays 5 PM […]

2022 gingerbread house contest at Lincoln Arts Institute

Lincoln Arts Institute 112 S. McLean Street, Lincoln, IL, United States

All entries will be displayed at the Lincoln Arts Institute from December 2 through December 17. A people's choice award will be given to the house receiving the most votes. Houses need to be dropped off at the Lincoln Arts Institute on December 2 between 5 PM and 8 PM or December 3 between 10 […]

Free

Horse-drawn carriage rides around the square in downtown Lincoln

In front of the Arcade Building in Downtown Lincoln 513 Pulaski Street, Lincoln, IL, United States

Get into the holiday spirit with a ride around the historic Logan County Courthouse on the square in downtown Lincoln. Pick up and drop off will be in front of the Arcade on Pulaski Street. A sign-up sheet will be available at the pick-up and drop-off location. Once checked in, you can shop local downtown […]

Free

Mt. Pulaski Christmas Wonderland event

Downtown Square in Mt. Pulaski 113 S. Lafayette Street, Mt. Pulaski

The event begins with a parade on the square, followed by events at several sites around town, including the Mt. Pulaski Courthouse, Mt. Pulaski Library, The Brickyard, Longview Gazebo and the Courthouse Lawn Gazebo. Click the flyer image included with this post for details about events at each site as well as information about appearances […]

Journey to Bethlehem event at Zion Lutheran School in Lincoln

Zion Lutheran School-Lincoln 1600 Woodlawn Road, Lincoln, IL, United States

Attendees are invited to travel back in time to the town of Bethlehem and walk the path that Mary and Joseph walked to experience their journey through the marketplace, to the inn and finally to the manger for the birth of Jesus. Event codes ccchr ccrel ccfre

Free

Murder mystery dinner theater (“I’ll Be Homicidal for Christmas”) at Mackinaw Valley Winery

Mackinaw Valley Vineyard and Winery 33633 State Route 9, Mackinaw, IL, United States

Scrooge gets whacked in this holiday-themed whodunnit mystery dinner theater event. Arrival between 5:30 PM and 6:30 PM is suggested for seating, wine tasting and “mingling” with the cast, this is your chance to let them know if you want to participate in the show. The drama starts at approximately 6:30 PM. Wine can be […]

$50

Live comedy by Mandee McKelvey with special guest Autumn McGowan at Mason City Limits Comedy Club

Mason City Limits Comedy Club 114 E. Chestnut Street, Mason City, IL, United States

Mandee McKelvey was recently named one of the 50 best undiscovered comics in the country by Thrillist. As one of the Midwest's most acclaimed stand-up comedians, Mandee is revered for her ability to spin tragedy into comedy, from growing up poor in South Carolina to becoming a widow in her 20's. She was named a […]

$13.50 – $16.50

Live music by Wowie Zowie at Rusty Rail Pub in Lincoln

The Rusty Rail Pub 405 Pulaski Street, Lincoln, IL, United States

Wowie Zowie plays tunes from the '60s, '70s and '80s. In addition, the event will feature an El Bandido Yankee tasting party. Event codes ccfb ccent cclm