Meet Santa Claus at the Virginia Theatre!
Wednesday, December 6 | 5:00-7:00 pm
Virginia Theatre
All Ages (must be accompanied by an adult) – FREE!
Santa Claus is coming to town! The Champaign Center Partnership is excited to join the Champaign Park District in welcoming Jolly Old St. Nick to downtown Champaign’s Virginia Theatre. Visit with Santa in the historic theatre’s Mezzanine Lobby. Santa will take pictures with each visitor (parents, bring your cameras!) and every child will receive a free candy cane. Kids of all ages are encouraged to have their holiday wish lists ready to share with Santa.
Breakfast with Santa
Saturday, December 9 | 10:00 – 11:30 am
Douglass Community Center
All Ages (must be accompanied by an adult) – FREE!
Enjoy breakfast snacks and activities with Santa this holiday season. Pre-registration is required due to limited seating, so don’t delay – sign up today! (registration deadline Dec 3)
Questions: 217-398-2573
Best Christmas Movies Ever
Saturday, December 11-21 | 7:00 pm ( and 1:00pm matinee for Saturday shows)
The Virginia Theatre
All Ages – $6, or $24 to see all five
Start a new tradition this year with family and friends enjoying these classic holiday tales. Enjoy a free cup of hot chocolate at each showing!
Schedule:
December 11, 7pm – Home Alone (1990)
December 12, 7pm – White Christmas (1954)
December 15, 7pm – It’s A Wonderful Life (1946)
December 16, 1pm & 7pm – It’s A Wonderful Life (1946)
December 19, 7pm – ELF (2003)
December 21, 7pm – Miracle on 34th Street (1947)
Questions: mitch.marlow@champaignparks.com or 217-356-9063
Meet Santa Claus at the Virginia Theatre!
Wednesday, December 13 | 5:00-7:00 pm
Virginia Theatre
All Ages (must be accompanied by an adult) – FREE!
Santa Claus is coming to town! The Champaign Center Partnership is excited to join the Champaign Park District in welcoming Jolly Old St. Nick to downtown Champaign’s Virginia Theatre. Visit with Santa in the historic theatre’s Mezzanine Lobby. Santa will take pictures with each visitor (parents, bring your cameras!) and every child will receive a free candy cane. Kids of all ages are encouraged to have their holiday wish lists ready to share with Santa.
Calls from Santa
Thursday, December 14 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Phones are ringing, children singing – all is merry and bright! Hang your stockings and register soon ‘cause Santa Claus calls tonight! Watch your little one’s eyes light up with the magic of the season when they hear that it’s Santa Claus calling just for them! Calls will be made on Thursday, December 15 beginning at 6p. No calls will be made after 8p. (Registration deadline: Dec 11, 5p)
Registration forms will be available starting Monday, November 21 at any Champaign Park District facility or online.
Questions: zoe.stinson@champaignparks.com or 217-819-3931
Holiday Whodunit
Saturday, December 16 | Noon – 2:00 pm
Douglass Community Center
All Ages, children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult – FREE!
Join us for our newest holiday tradition at Douglass Park. Use your best CSI skills to solve the crime at the Ugly Sweater Shindig. Enjoy lunch, games, prizes, and more as we sift through clues to find the culprit! If you would like to play a character, please give us a call at 217-398-2573.
Questions: 217-398-2573
Holiday in Whoville
Sunday, December 17 | 1:00 pm (Doors open at Noon)
Virginia Theatre
All Ages – $3, children under 2 are free
Join us at the Virginia Theatre for a real holiday treat! Watch Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmasfollowed by pictures with Santa, caroling, and hot chocolate. After the show, enjoy the holiday lights with trolley rides around Downtown Champaign.
Tickets available at the door or online.
Interested in the Trolley Rides? See the new sign up here.
Questions: zoe.stinson@champaignparks.com or 217-819-3931
Meet Santa Claus at the Virginia Theatre!
Wednesday, December 20 | 5:00-7:00 pm
Virginia Theatre
All Ages (must be accompanied by an adult) – FREE!
Santa Claus is coming to town! The Champaign Center Partnership is excited to join the Champaign Park District in welcoming Jolly Old St. Nick to downtown Champaign’s Virginia Theatre. Visit with Santa in the historic theatre’s Mezzanine Lobby. Santa will take pictures with each visitor (parents, bring your cameras!) and every child will receive a free candy cane. Kids of all ages are encouraged to have their holiday wish lists ready to share with Santa.
