Winter
Winter in St. Charles
Take an adventure to St. Charles, Illinois during the winter to experience the beauty of the holidays. Everyone will get into the festive spirit thanks to the abundance of lights, the warm atmosphere, and the range of activities available. Holiday Homecoming is a two-day celebration held the weekend after Thanksgiving to kick off winter!
You can visit Santa every Saturday and Sunday from 1pm to 4pm through December 23rd. Please remember to leave your letters for Santa to take back to his workshop!
Everyone may enjoy a variety of winter activities in St. Charles, such as sledding on some of the best hills in the area or ice skating at Lincoln Park under the lights. After an exciting winter day, treat yourself to a handmade soup from Townhouse Café or stop by Coroco Coffee for a freshly brewed hot beverage.
Events & Activities
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Go Shopping
Invest in new clothes to stay warm this winter! For the ideal winter jacket or accessory, visit local stores like Jean's and a Cute Top Shop. If you want to bring a little bit of St. Charles home with you, check out Makoma House, The Pep Line, Magnolia Soap and Bath, or The Curious Fox Gift Shop.
Catch a Movie
Head to Classic Cinema 18 Movie Theatre to stay warm! They offer eighteen auditoriums with the newest features available, such as 4K projection, 7.1 surround sound, and luxurious recliner seats. They also offer free refills on drinks and popcorn!
Wine & Painting
Seeking an enjoyable evening spent with companions? Visit one of the St. Charles sites offering painting experiences. At Pinot's Palette or Board & Brush, you can enjoy a night out while painting and drinking! You can even paint an ornament for your Christmas tree this holiday season.
Iceskating, Sledding, and Snowshoeing
Put on your ice skates and visit the downtown St. Charles rinks at Davis Park, Timber Trails Park, and Lincoln Park! Take a snowshoe hike or go sledding at Timber Trails Park or Langum Park! Click here to view further winter activities.
Historic Walking Tour
Use the Travel St. Charles App's Historic Walking Tour to explore the Central Historic District of St. Charles and learn about the fascinating history of the city's downtown. Saunter and take in the 27 historic sites on the self-guided walking tour offered by the St. Charles History Museum.
