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SUMMARY:Shop Small Crawl
DESCRIPTION:Sycamore • DeKalb • Genoa • Kingston \n\n\n\nFriday\, November 28th to Monday\, December 1st \n\n\n\nGet ready for a shopping adventure like no other. \n\n\n\nThe Shop Small Crawl is your chance to explore the hidden gems that make our towns special while supporting the incredible local businesses that keep our community thriving. Every stop gives you an opportunity to discover something new\, shop unique finds\, and even win prizes along the way. \n\n\n\nHow it works \n\n\n\nEvery participating business will have Shop Small Crawl punch cards printed with the full list of shops involved this year. \n\n\n\nHere is what to do: \n\n\n\n• Start at any participating business and pick up your punch card (see list: https://blumengardens.com/…/5th-annual-shop-small…/ ) \n\n\n\n• Visit shops in Sycamore\, DeKalb\, Genoa\, and Kingston \n\n\n\n• Each business you visit will “punch” your card \n\n\n\n• Every five punches earns you one raffle entry for a $25 gift card to one of the participating businesses \n\n\n\n• When you are finished shopping\, simply leave your completed card at any participating shop \n\n\n\nThe more you visit\, the more chances you have to win. \n\n\n\nWhy join the crawl \n\n\n\nThis event is built around community spirit and supporting the makers\, shop owners\, and independent businesses that keep our towns vibrant. It is also one of the best ways to explore the local area\, find unique gifts\, and make a true impact during the holiday season. \n\n\n\nWhen to crawl \n\n\n\nVisit participating shops Friday November 28th through Monday December 1st. \n\n\n\nYou can view the current participation list here → \n\n\n\nhttps://blumengardens.com/…/5th-annual-shop-small…/
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/shop-small-crawl-2/
LOCATION:Illinois
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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SUMMARY:Christmas on the Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join Whispering Pines Reindeer Ranch Nov 28–30 from 11-3 PM for holiday fun — u-cut & pre-cut trees\, wreaths\, photos with Santa (11–2)\, visits with reindeer friends\, and shopping from local small businesses! \n\n\n\n*Please note this is the only weekend the farm is open to the public due their packed event schedule!
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/christmas-on-the-farm-2/2025-11-30/
LOCATION:Whispering Pines Reindeer Ranch\, 2792 Shabbona Grove Rd.\, Shabbona\, Illinois\, 60550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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SUMMARY:35MM Film: It's A Wonderful Life
DESCRIPTION:SHOWING ON 35MM! Released in 1946\, the film stars James Stewart as George Bailey\, a man who has given up his dreams in order to help others\, and whose imminent suicide on Christmas Eve brings about the intervention of his guardian angel\, Clarence Odbody (Henry Travers). Clarence shows George all the lives he has touched and how different life in his community would be had he never been born.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/35mm-film-its-a-wonderful-life/
LOCATION:Egyptian Theatre\, 135 North 2nd Street\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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SUMMARY:2025 Genoa-Kingston Christmas Craft Walk
DESCRIPTION:Grab your friends and shop for handcrafted treasures at the 51st Annual Genoa-Kingston Christmas Craft Walk Dec. 4 – Dec. 6\, 2025! Visit each home\, business\, and organization on the map to discover one-of-a-kind holiday décor\, gifts\, and tasty treats. \n\n\n\nThis is a shopping experience like no other! Over 100 local crafters\, artisans\, and bakers will be at 17 locations throughout Genoa and Kingston. Visit at least ten stops on the map to be entered for a chance to win a giveaway basket!
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/2025-genoa-kingston-christmas-craft-walk/
LOCATION:Genoa\, IL\, Genoa\, Illinois
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Genoa-Kingston Christmas Craft Walk":MAILTO:GKChristmasCraftWalk@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Lights on Lincoln and Santa Comes to Town
DESCRIPTION:Join the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce for Lights on Lincoln & Santa Comes to Town – an enchanting night to welcome the holiday spirit! Stroll through Downtown DeKalb as sparkling lights line the streets\, and wave to Santa himself as he travels through Downtown DeKalb. Welcome Santa as he stops in front of the Egyptian Theatre and leads the magical Christmas tree lighting in Van Buer Plaza. \n\n\n\nAfter the Christmas tree lighting\, sip on hot chocolate and visit with Santa inside his cozy house – the perfect spot for sharing your wishes and taking a festive photo! \n\n\n\nThis is event is free to attend.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/lights-on-lincoln-and-santa-comes-to-town/
LOCATION:Downtown DeKalb\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="DeKalb Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:chamber@dekalb.org
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SUMMARY:Celebrate the Season
DESCRIPTION:Hometown traditions are back – join the Genoa Area Chamber for Celebrate the Season on Friday\, December 5th! \n\n\n\nThey will be hosting the 24th Annual Jingle Bell Walking Parade\, which brings Santa’s Arrival! After the parade they celebrate with a Tree Lighting Ceremony. The fun continues with wagon rides\, a petting zoo\, free pictures with Santa\, candy canes\, a coloring contest & more! 
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/celebrate-the-season-2025/
LOCATION:Downtown Genoa\, Genoa\, IL
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Genoa Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@genoaareachamber.com ;
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SUMMARY:Walk with Santa
DESCRIPTION:At 4pm the Sycamore Theater will be featuring a special Holiday movie before Santa’s arrival! \n\n\n\nAt 6pm the Sycamore Fire Department will escort Santa and Ms. Claus to the Sycamore Theater. \n\n\n\nWe will then parade Santa and Mrs. Claus through downtown Sycamore to the courthouse lawn where with your help\, Santa will light the holiday trees. \n\n\n\nSanta will be anxious to make his way to his Santa House where children can present him with their wish list.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/walk-with-santa/
LOCATION:Downtown Sycamore\, Sycamore\, Illlinois\, 60178
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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SUMMARY:Breakfast with Santa
DESCRIPTION:Santa is coming to town! \nCome see the big guy in person\, participate in a craft\, listen to holiday stories\, and enjoy a light buffet breakfast. Space is limited. Sign up early! Registration is required and must be paid in advance. Day-of registration is not accepted. \nRegistration is required for each individual 3 years of age and older. \nRegistration is free for those ages 2 and under. \n$15 Resident / $19 Non Resident \nRegistration Deadline: 12/3 (or until sold out)
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/breakfast-with-santa-2/
LOCATION:River Heights Golf Course\, 1020 Sharon Dr\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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SUMMARY:Visits with Santa
DESCRIPTION:Bring your Christmas spirit to life with a visit to Santa in his cozy house! Share your holiday wishes\, snap a festive photo\, and drop off your Christmas list straight into Santa’s hands. Don’t forget to take home a sweet candy cane as a special treat! Santa’s house is free to attend.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/visits-with-santa/2025-12-06/
LOCATION:Downtown DeKalb\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="DeKalb Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:chamber@dekalb.org
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SUMMARY:Santa Visits at DeKalb County Courthouse
DESCRIPTION:Santa takes time off from his workshop to vacation in Sycamore during the holiday season. His “vacation home” is located on the courthouse lawn and is open for visitors starting December 6! \n\n\n\nSanta House Hours:Saturdays and Sundays  11 a.m. -2 p.m. \n\n\n\nSanta’s House has a personal mailbox! Be sure that Santa receives your wish list this year by delivering it yourself.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/santa-visits-dekalb-county-courthouse/2025-12-06/
LOCATION:DeKalb County Courthouse\, 133 W State St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sycamore Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:Office@sycamorechamber.com
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SUMMARY:Shabbona Winter Festival
DESCRIPTION:The 4th Annual Village of Shabbona Winter Festival includes Santa Claus\, a tree lighting ceremony\, vendor/craft fair\, hot cocoa\, food\, Belgian horse drawn wagon rides\, and games & activities for all ages.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/shabbona-winter-festival/
LOCATION:Purdy Park\, 205 E Navaho Ave\, Shabbona\, IL\, 60550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T190000
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UID:10002221-1765036800-1765047600@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Holiday Traditions Weekend
DESCRIPTION:This Holiday Traditions Weekend gives guests the chance to participate in self-guided tours around the Ellwood mansion and Ellcourt\, a unique opportunity for visitors to take their time to appreciate the beautiful decorations in both homes. This two-day event will run on Saturday\, December 6\, from 4-7 PM\, and Sunday\, December 7\, from 1-4PM\, and will include refreshments and live music!
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/holiday-traditions-weekend/2025-12-06/
LOCATION:Ellwood House\, 420 Linden Place\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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