Annual Tree Lighting Celebration at Fountain Square, Evanston, IL

Saturday, December 5, 2026 · 4:30 PM

Fountain Square, IL

Free

Featuring Evanston Children's Choir, Santa & Mrs. Claus

The Evanston Children's Choir joins Santa and Mrs. Claus for a festive gathering at Fountain Square in downtown Evanston. Guests can enjoy holiday music from local singing groups while sipping hot cocoa from Colectivo Coffee before meeting the special guests for photos in The Crystal Ballroom at The Merion.

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