Celebrate the 2026 Holiday Season with the Festival of Lights & Holiday Market

Holiday event Festival of Lights

The holiday season is upon us, and that means it’s time once again for the Festival of Lights and Holiday Market, brought to you by the Grayslake Area Chamber of Commerce. Churchill, Quinn, Hamilton & Van Donselaar, Ltd are proudly sponsoring this event again for 2026 and we believe it is an incredible opportunity for the community to come together and kick off the holiday festivities.

Find Holiday Magic with this Incredible Event Lineup

The Festival of Lights & Holiday Market takes place on the day after Thanksgiving on Friday, November 27, 2026 and promises fun for the whole family, with a variety of activities throughout the day. Here’s what you can expect:

  • Grab a photo with Santa: 2:00pm – 4:30pm at the Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum
  • Experience a mystical horse-drawn carriage ride: 5:30pm – 7:00pm outside the Village Hall
  • Enjoy the exciting holiday parade: 5:00pm down Center Street
  • Watch the brilliant lights of the tree-lighting ceremony and drone show: immediately following the parade

You’ll also find a wonderful variety of vendors lining Center Street, downtown holiday shopping at the Village Center shops and boutiques, and a Grayslake Arts Alliance show and sale that includes a kids’ craft from 4:00pm – 7:00pm at the Village Hall.

For detailed times and locations, visit the Grayslake Chamber of Commerce page at https://www.grayslakechamber.com/event-detail/_qap9CKsLKW91QIsB_hS%7Cw2/grayslake-festival-of-lights-and-holiday-market

Churchill, Quinn, Hamilton & Van Donselaar, Ltd Supports Our Community Events

Our firm has been part of the Grayslake community for over a century, and we always try to support heartwarming events like these that promote the gathering of family and friends and sharing in the warmth of the holiday season. Our team has become a trusted resource for Grayslake and the surrounding areas for our legal expertise in the areas of Business Law, Estate Planning, Litigation and Real Estate. To learn more about our practice or to discuss any legal concerns, please call 847-223-1500 to schedule a personal consultation.