# 2026 Mundelein Winter Tree Lighting Festival

> Event for families in the Chicago–Naperville–Elgin area (IL / IN). Times are Central Time.

- When: Sat, Dec 5 · 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Where: Courtland Commons, 444 East Courtland Street, Mundelein, IL 60060
- Ages: Check age guidance
- Price: Check official pricing
- Organizer: Village of Mundelein, Mundelein Community Connection and Mundelein Park and Recreation District
- Official page: https://mundelein.org/604/2026-Winter-Tree-Lighting
- Last checked: Mon, Nov 9

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## About

Mundelein's festival fills Courtland Commons with live entertainment, train rides for kids, ice carving displays, Santa's Cottage, a Kris Kringle market, crafts and character meet and greets. The evening ends with a countdown to the tree lighting and a fireworks display.

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