Festivals in LaSalle, IL tonight and this week

20 listings in and around LaSalle, IL, Wednesday, November 11 through Tuesday, November 17. Soonest: 15" Porch Goose Workshop (Christmas Edition) at Arts On Fire (Wednesday 6:30 p.m.); Oh, Christmas Tree Tour at Hegeler Carus Mansion (Thursday 10 a.m.); 1 Year Anniversary Celebration at Venue at 8847 Knoxville Ave (Thursday 10 a.m.); Route 66 Opening Celebration & Think & Drink at Gaylord Building (Thursday 6 p.m.). Every listing links the venue's or organizer's own page it was checked against.

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11/11–11/17

Lasalle, IL · Central Time

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6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Central Time

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A Christmas porch goose painting workshop: paint your own 15" ceramic goose in Christmas colors, your own design or Grinch-inspired. Includes the goose and studio fee; $25 deposit.

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Arts On Fire, 217 E South St, Plano, IL 60545

Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Central Time

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  • ParkingLocated in the heart of Plano, IL, our studio is easily accessible and offers ample parking.From artsonfireplano.com, Oct 18, 2026

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10 a.m.–2 p.m. Central Time

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A guided one-hour yuletide tour of the main level and some Hegeler and Carus living quarters on the second floor, fully decorated for the holiday season. Vote for your favorite tree afterward. One-of-a-kind trees are auctioned through the season. Winning bids are announced at the Tannenbaum Brunch. $30 a person.

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Hegeler Carus Mansion, 1307 7th St., LaSalle, IL 61301

Thursday, November 12, 2026, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Central Time

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10 a.m.–8 p.m. Central Time

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An in-person party marking one year, with fun and good company.

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Venue at 8847 Knoxville Ave, 8847 Knoxville Avenue, Peoria, IL 61615

Thursday, November 12, 2026, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Central Time

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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Central Time

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Celebrate 100 years of Route 66 with an evening of art, history, stories and live music at the Gaylord Building.

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Gaylord Building, 200 West 8th Street, Second Floor Banquet Room, Lockport, IL 60441

Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Central Time

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6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Central Time

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A painting event for your own ceramic lighted Christmas tree, an heirloom to keep for the holidays.

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Plano, 217 E South St, Plano, IL 60545

Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Central Time

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10 a.m.–2 p.m. Central Time

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A one-hour guided holiday tour of the Hegeler Carus Mansion, with its living quarters decorated for the season. $30 per person.

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Hegeler Carus Mansion, 1307 7th St., LaSalle, IL 61301

Friday, November 13, 2026, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Central Time

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10 a.m.–8 p.m. Central Time

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Holiday season festivities in downtown Princeton, including visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus and a Christmas market at Rotary Park.

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Downtown Princeton, 2 Main St., Princeton, IL 61356

Friday, November 13, 2026, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Central Time

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10 a.m.–2 p.m. Central Time

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The Oh, Christmas Tree Tour: a guided 1-hour walk through the Hegeler Carus Mansion's Main Level and Second Floor living quarters, decorated for the holidays. Vote for your favorite tree; the trees go to auction. $30 per person.

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Hegeler Carus Mansion, 1307 7th St., LaSalle, IL 61301

Saturday, November 14, 2026, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Central Time

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10 a.m.–8 p.m. Central Time

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Christmas Walk Weekend Presented by The Princeton Chamber of Commerce at Downtown Princeton in Illinois.

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Downtown Princeton, 2 Main St., Princeton, IL 61356

Saturday, November 14, 2026, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Central Time

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10 a.m.–12 p.m. Central Time

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A painting event for your own ceramic lighted Christmas tree, an heirloom to keep for the holidays.

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Plano, 217 E South St, Plano, IL 60545

Saturday, November 14, 2026, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Central Time

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12:15 p.m.–3 p.m. Central Time

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The 2026 IAAP Annual Membership Meeting & Awards Celebration from the Illinois Association of Addiction Professionals, with a keynote by NAADAC CEO Terrence D. Walton.

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Alpharus Health, 404 North Hershey Road, #Suite b, Bloomington, IL 61704

Saturday, November 14, 2026, 12:15 p.m. to 3 p.m. Central Time

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4 p.m.–6 p.m. Central Time

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Let’s Get Basted Thanksgiving Friendsgiving at Montage Wine Bar & Spirits in Morris, Illinois.

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Montage Wine Bar & Spirits, 307 Liberty St, Morris, IL 60450

Saturday, November 14, 2026, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Central Time

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4 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Central Time

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A Central Chapter holiday party at the Peoria Riverfront Museum.

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Peoria Riverfront Museum, 22 SW Washington Street, Peoria, IL 61602

Saturday, November 14, 2026, 4 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Central Time

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10 a.m.–6 p.m. Central Time

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Christmas Walk Weekend Presented by The Princeton Chamber of Commerce at Downtown Princeton in Illinois.

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Downtown Princeton, 2 Main St., Princeton, IL 61356

Sunday, November 15, 2026, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Central Time

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1 p.m.–2:30 p.m. Central Time

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Hand-building clay class where you sculpt your own ceramic holiday house, then paint it in the studio after firing. No experience needed. $50.

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The Clay Den, 2409 Washington Rd, Washington, IL 61571

Sunday, November 15, 2026, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Central Time

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1 p.m.–3 p.m. Central Time

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  • Price: $29

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Pumpkin Patch Mandala Style with Art at the Bodega: paint a ceramic mandala piece step by step at a winery. Glazes, instruction and kiln firing included; no experience needed.

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Mackinaw Valley Vineyard, 33633 State Route 9, Mackinaw, IL 61755

Sunday, November 15, 2026, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Central Time

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7 p.m. Central Time

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The annual meeting for life members of the Bureau County Fair, held at the Bureau County Fairgrounds.

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Bureau County Fairgrounds, 811 West Peru Street, Princeton, IL 61356

Monday, November 16, 2026, 7 p.m. Central Time

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10 a.m.–1 p.m. Central Time

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A free senior expo at Harrah's Joliet, where local organizations connect with attendees.

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Harrah's Joliet Hotel & Casino, 151 North Joliet Street, Joliet, IL 60432

Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Central Time

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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Central Time

Snowmen/Christmas Jars

American LegionChillicothe, IL35 mi

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Make adorable snowmen and festive Christmas jars for the holidays.

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American Legion, 1043 North 2nd Street, Chillicothe, IL 61523

Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Central Time

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Ongoing

Classes, exhibits and seasons open for more than a month.

5 p.m. Central Time

Celebration of Lights

Rotary ParkLaSalle, IL1.9 mi

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Schedule: Ongoing
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Runs across the dates shown. A drive-through display of thousands of lights along nearly three miles at Rotary Park. Donations are welcome at the gate.

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Rotary Park, 2837 E. 5th Rd., LaSalle, IL 61301

Ongoing through Jan 1, 2027, 5 p.m. Central Time

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Ongoing through Jan 1, 2027

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