Come visit Santa!!

Celebrating 130 years in business and introducing Associates, Austin Wright, Isaac Oh, and Shelby Emery.

Enjoy Jacksonville’s sparkling holiday tradition with a dazzling drive-thru light display for the whole family! Drive-Thru Hours: Nov 26 (Opening Night): 5–8 PM Nov 27–Dec 14: Thurs & Sun 5–8 PM, Fri & Sat 5–9 PM Dec 18–Dec 28: Sun–Thurs 5–8 PM, Fri & Sat 5–9 PM Admission: $10 per vehicle (up to 8 passengers); $20 per vehicle (9–15 passengers)

Come visit Santa!!

An hour of quiet reflection during the chaotic holiday season. Enjoy piano music by Terri Benz. A State Street Ministry production.

Enjoy Jacksonville’s sparkling holiday tradition with a dazzling drive-thru light display for the whole family! Drive-Thru Hours: Nov 26 (Opening Night): 5–8 PM Nov 27–Dec 14: Thurs & Sun 5–8 PM, Fri & Sat 5–9 PM Dec 18–Dec 28: Sun–Thurs 5–8 PM, Fri & Sat 5–9 PM Admission: $10 per vehicle (up to 8 passengers); $20 per vehicle (9–15 passengers)

Join us for our biggest book fair event yet! This time we are taking over the Plaza with vendors and more shopping fun! Plaza businesses will be open late so you can do holiday shopping AND the book fair fun! We have indie authors, holiday bookish merch, BOOKS, more vendors, FOOD TRUCK, festive cocktails and mocktails, and a costume contest!! […]

This one of those shows where you will know every word of every song if you're a 90s Country music fan. Let's boot scoot!

Cryptid Comix will play host Dec. 12 to a night of comedy and art at the record shop on the downtown Jacksonville square. Ryne Thorson will headline the evening's performance. The rest of the lineup — all comedians from around central Illinois — includes Al Nimpson, J.T. Cage, Kody Freeman, and Chunky. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. with the show […]

Help welcome Jaxon Dion home for the holidays as he entertains us with live music!

Come enjoy breakfast with Saint Nicholas himself at this family-friendly event. All are welcome.

Please join us at Williamson Funeral Home Saturday December 15, 2025 at 10am as we hold our 5th Annual Wreaths Across America Day Ceremony. Immediately following the ceremony we will begin laying Wreaths on the graves of local Veterans. If you know the name of a local Veteran who is buried in either Diamond Grove, Memorial Lawn, Calvary Catholic, East […]

Jacksonville Main Street will offer Cocoa and Carriage Rides from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. on December 13. Come downtown to view the wonderful Window Displays and numerous shopping and dining experiences during this holiday season! For more information, check out www.jacksonvillemainstreet.org or their Facebook page.

Mr. grinch coms to visit all the Whos of Jacksonwhoville!

Sponsored by Coors Light. Saturday, December 13th - 11 AM. Bills - Amvets - Kjb's - Guse's - Don's. Then Back to Bills for DJ Eddie B! Wear anything Christmas related and please bring a non-perishable food item to our local food bank.

World Champion pool player Fedor Gorst and professional Vitaliy Patsura will be coming to Jacksonville for a day full of challenge matches, autographs, and knowledge. Presale tickets start at $30 for general admission and $45 for preferred seating. Merchandise will be available to purchase. Contact Jared DeGroot for presale tickets.

Open house and ornament decorating party! Saturday, December 13th 1 PM - 3 PM. Come join us for an afternoon of holiday cheer and community fun! Create your own ornament to decorate our tree!! Enjoy refreshments!! & don't miss a special visit from Santa!

A one-time free admission showing of the Christmas movie "The Polar Express" at the Illinois theater on the downtown Jacksonville square.

Come visit Santa!!

Let this family-friendly crafting event at the library put you in the holiday spirit as you make gift tags and holiday cards for friends and family. Registration is required.

Joyous sounds of the Christmas season will fill the air as the Symphony Chorale and Orchestra will be joined by the return of our friends in The Bells of Peace handbell ensemble of St. Louis, directed by the former, Jacksonville resident Burnell Hackman. Bring the entire family to this afternoon holiday celebration! Santa promises to be at this festive program […]

Enjoy Jacksonville’s sparkling holiday tradition with a dazzling drive-thru light display for the whole family! Drive-Thru Hours: Nov 26 (Opening Night): 5–8 PM Nov 27–Dec 14: Thurs & Sun 5–8 PM, Fri & Sat 5–9 PM Dec 18–Dec 28: Sun–Thurs 5–8 PM, Fri & Sat 5–9 PM Admission: $10 per vehicle (up to 8 passengers); $20 per vehicle (9–15 passengers)

Join the Jacksonville Public Library in welcoming the latest performer to the Music Under the Dome series at the library: Singer/songwriter Kevin Aldrich will be performing on December 14th. Meter, rhyme, imagery, sensual language, and ideas are basic to both poetry and lyrics. This performance will explore parallels in the English folk tradition exemplified by the centuries’-old "Scarborough Fair" and […]

Enjoy Jacksonville’s sparkling holiday tradition with a dazzling drive-thru light display for the whole family! Drive-Thru Hours: Nov 26 (Opening Night): 5–8 PM Nov 27–Dec 14: Thurs & Sun 5–8 PM, Fri & Sat 5–9 PM Dec 18–Dec 28: Sun–Thurs 5–8 PM, Fri & Sat 5–9 PM Admission: $10 per vehicle (up to 8 passengers); $20 per vehicle (9–15 passengers)

The holiday season can bring about a mix of emotions, especially for those who are grieving. At Crossing Church Jacksonville, we understand that this time of year can be difficult, and we want to offer a space of comfort, healing, and hope. Join us for our BLUE Christmas service, a special gathering designed to honor those who are grieving during […]

Celebrate the season with us at Jacksonville Skilled Nursing & Rehab! December 15, 5:30–7:00 PM. Enjoy hot cocoa & cookies, also come and visit Santa! Load up the car, grab the family, and enjoy a magical evening of lights!

Grab a towel and join Jeannie Hemphill for a mindful movement class. Learn the basics of mindful movement with an introduction to balance, finger/wrist exercises, shoulder rolls and more. As long as there's enough interest, this class will continue so don't hesitate to stop by! This month classes will be held on December 1st, 8th, and 15th from 4:30 - […]

Concert with $5 soup lunch. This week features the Illinois College percussion ensemble.

Student-led holiday service with congregational singing. The community is invited to attend.

Bring a bean bag chair, blanket, popcorn, and the whole family to watch the 2024 Christmas comedy Red One starring Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Chris Evans, Lucy Liu and J.K. Simmons as they try to figure out who kidnapped Santa on Christmas Eve.

Enjoy Jacksonville’s sparkling holiday tradition with a dazzling drive-thru light display for the whole family! Drive-Thru Hours: Nov 26 (Opening Night): 5–8 PM Nov 27–Dec 14: Thurs & Sun 5–8 PM, Fri & Sat 5–9 PM Dec 18–Dec 28: Sun–Thurs 5–8 PM, Fri & Sat 5–9 PM Admission: $10 per vehicle (up to 8 passengers); $20 per vehicle (9–15 passengers)