Celebrate the Holidays in Edwardsville
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Edwardsville as holiday celebrations begin in southwest Illinois- capture a photo with Jolly St. Nick, shop at wintry markets, see a holiday show, and grab some hot cocoa- it’s time to rock around the Christmas tree!
Light Up the Holidays
Edwardsville gets lit in December- don’t miss the Edwardsville Winter Market and the City of Edwardsville Tree Lighting Ceremony in City Park!
Shop 'Til You Drop
Get in some last-minute holiday shopping in Edwardsville! Take your pick of locally owned and operated shops. Pick up kitchen gadgets and flavored popcorn at The Chef's Shoppe. Give the gift of reading to the book lover in your life at Afterwords Books. Gift the scent of holidays and beyond with a gift from Keepsake Candles. Find more shopping options here.
It's Traditional
Seeking out some upbeat music to put you in the spirit? The Wildey Theatre is offering a host of holiday shows for all ages including several Interactive White Christmas at The Wildey shows Dec. 6 & 7. Tickets sell out fast so get yours before you’re caught in the snow!
Fun for the Kids
Want to bring the kids for some cozy fun? The Edwardsville Children’s Museum where they can pretend they are at the North Pole with a team of huskies. Or write a letter to Santa at the nearby Nickel Plate Station and put it in the mail.