Illustration of children decorating paper crowns and ornaments at a long table with a helper (Family Gingerbread House Decorating)

Family Gingerbread House Decorating

Families gather to design and decorate festive gingerbread houses together. Each group is provided with an assembled house, frosting, and candy treats to customize their creation. Guests can get as creative as possible for a chance to win the title of The Best House in Town.

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Website / Tickets

palatinestables.org

When

Hours

6:30pm-8:30pm.

Ages

All

Going?

Location

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Birchwood Recreation Center · 435 W Illinois Ave, Palatine, IL 60067 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families of all ages

Vibe

Festive and hands-on

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

High

Tips & Advice

  • Register your family for the event so you can take part in the gingerbread decorating activity.
  • Plan to spend the full two-hour session decorating your family’s house.
  • Come ready to decorate creatively; frosting and candy treats are provided for each family.
  • Keep in mind that each family receives one gingerbread house, even if several family members are attending.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Families can win “The Best House in Town” for their gingerbread house.

Links & Contact

Run by Palatine Park District

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who can take part in Family Gingerbread House Decorating?

The event is open to all ages.

What is provided for decorating?

Each family receives one assembled gingerbread house, frosting and candy treats.

Can families enter a decorating competition?

Yes. Families can decorate creatively for a chance to win “The Best House in Town.”

Is this a family activity?

Yes. The event is designed for families to spend time creating a gingerbread house together.

How long should we allow for decorating?

The scheduled activity lasts two hours.

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