Amid cold temperatures and rounds of snowfalls, Santa and Mrs. Claus made their way to town in several north suburban towns in recent days, frolicking with families, kicking off holiday cheer over cups of hot chocolate and helping to illuminate holiday trees.
Norridge
Families gathered just days after Thanksgiving and welcomed Santa to Norridge. The town held a tree lighting, and families visited with Santa — kids making their holiday wishes known and checking in the St. Nick to ensure they were on the right list.
Morton Grove
Amid the bang of drums and other festive sounds, Santa arrived in Morton Grove Saturday morning during a parade that stepped off from Greenwood Street and Milwaukee Avenue and ended at the Prairie View Community Center. Along the way, families were able to track jolly old St. Nick as he traveled the parade route.
Santa and his helpers passed out specially marked candy at the parade that was redeemable at the community center for other prizes. Following the parade, families were able to visit with Santa at the community center, and also able to give him and Mrs. Claus special letters. They gave early gifts to the visiting children, passing out coloring books and crayons.
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Morton Grove held its “Santa Comes to Town” Dec. 6, 2025 in Morton Grove. (Nate Swanson/for Pioneer Press)
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Morton Grove held its “Santa Comes to Town” Dec. 6, 2025 in Morton Grove. (Nate Swanson/for Pioneer Press)
Lincolnwood
Families were all aglow in Lincolnwood as the village Parks and Recreation Department hosted the annual “Lincolnwood Lights” event on Dec. 4. With temperatures a bit chilly, the crowd was in Village Hall to hear live performances, sit for storytime and sip on hot chocolate before heading outside to light the town holiday tree.
Park Ridge
The hallway at Maine Park in Park Ridge was transformed to a magical North Pole corridor as children walked down to greet Santa Claus. The Santa Trail event earlier this month also included craft activities and treats.
