Illustration of Santa ringing a bell on a decorated outdoor stage while families gather on the snowy lawn (Whoville Holiday Bash)

Whoville Holiday Bash

Families can step into the world of Whoville with Grinchy games, festive crafts, holiday treats, and Who-themed keepsakes. Guests can take photos with Santa Claus, the Grinch, and Cindy Lou Who throughout the gathering. The open-house format allows families to explore the activities at their own pace.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Tickets

$22 (Resident) / $33 (Non-Resident) per child registration; children under 2.5 may attend free with a registered family member.

Hours

9:00 AM–12:00 PM.

Ages

2.5-10.5

Food & Drink

Holiday treats are offered, and some activities include food that may expose guests to allergens.

Going?

Location

Lincoln Center · 935 Maple Avenue, Downers Grove, IL Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children ages 2.5 to 10.5

Vibe

Festive and playful

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Tips & Advice

  • Register each child online ahead of time, because registration is per child and every child must come with an adult.
  • Plan on no more than two adults per family, since that's the limit for each registered family.
  • If your child has food allergies, keep a close eye during the activities, because some include food and may expose participants to allergens.
  • Younger siblings under 2.5 can come along free with a registered family member, though the activities may be geared toward older kids.
  • Move through the games, crafts and photos with the Grinch and Santa at your own pace, since the event runs open-house style.

Links & Contact

Run by Downers Grove Park District

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Frequently Asked Questions

What ages is the Whoville Holiday Bash for?

It's for ages 2.5 to 10.5. Children under 2.5 can come free with a registered family member, but the activities may be geared toward older kids.

What do kids do there?

There are Grinchy games, festive crafts and holiday treats. Kids can take photos with the Grinch and Santa Claus, meet Cindy Lou Who and make Who-themed keepsakes.

How does registration work?

You register online for each child. An adult must come with each child, and the limit is two adults per family.

Is there a set schedule?

No. It's open-house style, so families move through the activities at their own pace.

Is it safe for kids with food allergies?

Some activities include food and may expose participants with allergies to allergens.

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