Date and Time
Saturday Nov 29, 2025
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM CST
10a-3p | Downtown Effingham Hometown Christmas Shopping*
11:30a-1:30p | Lunch with Santa @ Joe’s Pizza*
3p-5p | Santa’s Workshop (heated tent in the City parking lot)
- Bulb Planting by the University of Illinois Master Gardeners
- Christmas Activity by C.E.F.S. Economic Opportunity Corp.
- Christmas Coloring by Effingham Animal Rescue Sanctuary (EARS)
- Christmas Craft by Effingham County Case Managers
- Cookie Decorating by Kirby Foods Effingham
- Reindeer Food by The Royal School of Cosmetology
3p-5p | Horse Drawn Carriage Rides
3p-5p | LIVE Reindeer by Dahkne Family Farms
3p-5p | Tractor Train Rides by Bahrns Equipment, Inc., Roepke Overhead Door & Y-Yard
3p-6p | Macklin Kettle Corn* & Joe Sippers Cafe* Beverage Cart
5p | Lighted Christmas Parade (starting at Baseball Card Connection, heading down Jefferson Ave to The Heart Theatre, and ending at 3rd St.)
5:45p-8p | Santa Arrives at his house!
6:15 | FACE Christmas Concert @ Old Courthouse (exact time TBD)
Location
Downtown Effingham
Fees/Admission
Become a Sponsor:
Help brighten this holiday season by supporting this years event! Hometown Christmas offers a gift to all as we gather together to celebrate this FREE community event.
Opportunities:
Tree Top | $1,500 – company logo on event banner, entry into Lighted Parade, Grand Marshall
Poinsettia | $1,000 – company logo on event banner, entry into Lighted Parade
Caroler | $500 – company logo on event sign, entry into Lighted Parade
Social Media | $500 – company logo on event sign, entry into Lighted Parade
Candy Cane | $250 – company name on event sign
Deadline:
All sponsorships must be confirmed by Monday, November 24 to be featured on electronic event signage.
View opportunities – click here to sponsor!
Lighted Parade:
$20
Contact Information
Nicole Morrison
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Description
Join us in celebrating cherished Christmas traditions and creating unforgettable family memories at the Downtown Effingham Hometown Christmas.
Enjoy enchanting horse-drawn carriage rides, whimsical tractor train rides, meet an adorable live reindeer, and be entertained by beloved Christmas and Disney characters.
Sip on warm and delightful hot drinks, savor kettle corn, and have a blast at Santa’s workshop filled with festive fun!
Lighted Parade:
Get ready to be dazzled! Join us for the spectacular Lighted Christmas Parade, a magical evening of holiday cheer and twinkling lights. Watch as beautifully decorated floats, festive vehicles, and singing elves illuminate the streets, spreading warmth and joy to all. Bring your friends and family to experience the enchantment of this delightful holiday tradition.
The online form for interested participants will be shared as the event date gets closer.
Santa Letters:
Online form will be shared as the date gets closer.
Follow @EffCoChamber or our event on Facebook (will be created soon) to stay updated on Hometown Christmas details!
