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Night of the Luminaria and Living Windows

More than 5,000 candlelit luminaries illuminate streets, steps, and sidewalks stretching from Main Street to the hills overlooking Grant Park. Storefronts along Main Street feature holiday-inspired animated Living Windows, with local businesses staying open for extended holiday shopping. Carolers from the Galena Center for the Arts stroll along the street and visit local restaurants to perform classic Christmas carols.

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Plan Your Visit

Website / Tickets

visitgalena.org

When

Tickets

Free admission.

Hours

5:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Downtown Galena

Going?

Location

See it and nearby events on the map
North Main Street, Galena, IL 61036 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and holiday-light fans

Vibe

Festive and enchanting

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Wear comfortable shoes and dress warmly, because the luminaries stretch along streets, steps and sidewalks from Main Street up to the hills overlooking Grant Park.
  • Bring your holiday shopping list, since many Main Street businesses stay open extended hours during the Night of the Luminaria.
  • Take time to stop at each storefront on Main Street, where the windows are turned into holiday-inspired animated Living Windows for the night.
  • Keep an ear out for carolers from the Galena Center for the Arts, who stroll Main Street and pop into local restaurants singing classic carols.

Links & Contact

Run by Galena Downtown

Website / Tickets

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Night of the Luminaria good for kids?

Yes, it's a kid-friendly night out, with candlelit streets, animated store windows and strolling carolers along Main Street.

What is there to see?

More than 5,000 candlelit luminaries line the streets, steps and sidewalks from Main Street to the hills overlooking Grant Park. Store windows on Main Street come alive with holiday-inspired animated Living Windows.

Can I do some holiday shopping while I'm there?

Yes. Many Main Street businesses stay open extended hours for the night, so it's a good chance to shop.

Is there live music?

Carolers from the Galena Center for the Arts stroll along Main Street and pop in and out of local restaurants, singing classic Christmas carols.

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