Crete Country Christmas™
Presented by the Crete Area Chamber of Commerce
DECEMBER 5th-10th, 2024, CRETE, IL
Get Involved!
Country Christmas is a cherished event held each year because of the wonderful volunteers and businesses that help and participate in the events of this magical weekend. We welcome YOUR HELP with this event.
Become a Sponsor
Help fund the promotion, entertainment, and events. Deadline is October 1, 2024, to be included on our flyer, 5K shirt, and Crete Country Christmas™ clothing!
Join the Parade
Join the magical procession! We ask that you pre-register your float; this way, we can properly plan for the parade. The deadline to register is November 25, 2024!
Host an Event
Host an event at your place of business during Crete Country Christmas™! Events will be posted on our website. The deadline to be included is November 1, 2024!
Lend a Hand
Crete Country Christmas Weekend is reliant on volunteers View the various volunteer opportunities and sign up for the job and time slot that suit you.
What is Crete Country Christmas™?
When Crete, Illinois becomes a winter wonderland
Crete Country Christmas™ is a celebration of the most magical time of the year. Activities include art & craft shows, vendor markets, Christmas Parade of Lights, Cocoa & Cookie Crawl, Reindog costume contest, House decorating and so much more. We also offer a heated Christmas Lodge (tent) featuring a full schedule of LIVE entertainment, food vendors, and the Tinseltown Tavern. Join us!
Find us on Facebook and Instagram for all the latest news, contest winners, and view live streams!
2024 Christmas Lodge Entertainment
Cass St. between Main and Wood
Rocks Off
Rolling Stones Tribute
Friday, December 6
5:00-7:30 PM
Hillbilly Rockstarz
Country Rock
Friday, December 7
8:00-11:00 PM
Frank Rossi
Holiday Favorites
Saturday, December 8
1:00-3:00 PM
Southtown
Soul & Groove
Saturday, December 8
6:45-8:30 PM
Party Foul
Motown to Uptown
Saturday, December 8
9:00-11:00 PM
2024 Special Events
Breakfast with the Grinch December 7th
Click the link above to sign-up at CretePark.com
Crete Country Christmas 5K Run/Walk
Saturday, December 7th
NEW! Waiting for Santa PJ Party
Thursday, Dec 5th @ 6-8pm
Parade of Lights
REGISTER BY NOV 25, 2024!
Santa Sleigh Parade
December 9th & 10th
Light Up Crete for the Holidays
ENTRY DEADLINE DECEMBER 8th
Kris Kringle Market
Saturday, December 7th
Cocoa & Cookie Crawl
Friday, December 6th @ 5-7 PM
2024 Crete Country Christmas Merchandise
Available in the Tent!