‘Twas winter in Tinley Park, and all through the town, were smiles and laughter — not one single frown!
With the winter holidays quickly approaching and the weather getting snowy, there are so many exciting things to do, see, and explore in Tinley Park! From our annual Holiday Market to the brand-new Jolly Trolley, you’ll find everything you need to make your and your family’s days and nights jolly, merry, and bright.
Holiday Market
An eagerly awaited staple in our town, the Tinley Park Holiday Market is one weekend you won’t want to miss! Running from December 6th through 8th in Zabrocki Plaza, the market will feature handmade crafts and presents, live music, children’s activities, and more! Get excited and look forward to:
Community Tree-Lighting
Come on out to Tinley Park’s annual tree-lighting ceremony to kick off the holiday season and enjoy a community sing-along to holiday music!
The 26th Annual Parade of Lights
Ooo and aaah at festive floats, beautiful lights, and community-made creations at the Annual Parade of Lights, one of Tinley Park’s oldest traditions. Rumor has it that a special jolly guest from the North Pole will be joining us, too!
Holiday Walk
Throughout the season, stop by the magical Holiday Walk, a beautiful lighted display in Zabrocki Plaza synced-up to seasonal music. Don’t forget your camera — there will be plenty of opportunities to snap a few selfies as you go! The Holiday Walk will be up and running through early January, so come out and experience a little holiday magic right in the heart of Tinley Park.
The Jolly Trolly
Hop on board the Jolly Trolly on December 11th and 18th for holiday-themed food, beverages, and locations at various stop locations throughout Tinley Park. Get on and off as you please!
Exciting Events at Local Restaurants
In addition to the Jolly Trolly, local businesses and restaurants throughout Tinley Park will be hosting festive events and special celebrations, including:
All year round, you can also enjoy amazing live music at Tinley Park’s restaurants and bars.
Flurry of Markers Artisan Market
Get your present shopping done now (or buy something for yourself – we won’t tell!) at a Flurry of Makers Artisan Market. Organized by the Streetz Artz Alliance and hosted by Hailstorm Brewing Co., this free family-friendly event will feature a variety of artists and craftspeople. Come sip and shop!
More Fun for the Whole Family!
All throughout Tinley Park, our town will be hosting a wide variety of family-friendly events throughout the holiday season. Take part in our annual Elf in the Window contest and find all of the magical elves in the decorated windows of participating businesses for a chance to win special prizes! Do you have what it takes to find them all?
Put on your scarf, grab your mittens, and come join us as we chase away the winter blues all holiday season long. Check out the full list of our upcoming events — We can’t wait to see you there!