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!

Sponsorship Form

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!

Parade Registration Form

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!

Community Events Form

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.

Volunteer Opportunities
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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 OffRolling Stones Tribute

Rocks Off
Rolling Stones Tribute

Friday, December 6
5:00-7:30 PM

Hillbilly RockstarzCountry Rock

Hillbilly Rockstarz
Country Rock

Friday, December 7
8:00-11:00 PM

Frank RossiHoliday Favorites

Frank Rossi
Holiday Favorites

Saturday, December 8
1:00-3:00 PM

SouthtownSoul & Groove

Southtown
Soul & Groove

Saturday, December 8
6:45-8:30 PM

Party FoulMotown to Uptown

Party Foul
Motown to Uptown

Saturday, December 8
9:00-11:00 PM

2024 Special Events

Breakfast with the Grinch

Breakfast with the Grinch December 7th

Click the link above to sign-up at CretePark.com

Crete Country Christmas 5K

Crete Country Christmas 5K Run/Walk

Saturday, December 7th

Waiting for Santa PJ Party

NEW! Waiting for Santa PJ Party

Thursday, Dec 5th @ 6-8pm

Parade of Lights

Parade of Lights

REGISTER BY NOV 25, 2024!

Santa Sleigh Parade

Santa Sleigh Parade

December 9th & 10th

Light Up Crete for the Holidays

Light Up Crete for the Holidays

ENTRY DEADLINE DECEMBER 8th

Kris Kringle Market

Kris Kringle Market

Saturday, December 7th

Cocoa & Cookie Crawl

Cocoa & Cookie Crawl

Friday, December 6th @ 5-7 PM

2024 Sponsors

Those Who Make This Event Possible!