Illustration of a felt grandmother and children in red and green decorating a small gingerbread house at a table (The Great Gingerbread Build)

The Great Gingerbread Build

Families gather for a cozy evening to decorate gingerbread houses using pre-packaged baskets filled with all the necessary decorating tools. The event features festive holiday music alongside a hot cocoa bar.

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When

Tickets

$15 / $17 per family.

Hours

5:30-6:30 pm.

Food & Drink

A hot cocoa bar is offered.

Going?

Location

Robert W. Rolek Community Center · 814 Hart Road, Round Lake, IL 60073, Round Lake Beach, IL Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children

Vibe

Festive and cozy

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Have one person from your household register, since a single registration per household is sufficient.
  • Bring an adult along if children are attending, as children must be accompanied.
  • Use the decorating tools provided in the pre-packaged basket to decorate a gingerbread house.
  • Make room to enjoy the holiday music and hot cocoa bar as part of the evening.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who can take part in The Great Gingerbread Build?

All ages are welcome, and children must be accompanied by an adult.

Does each person in a household need to register?

No. Only one person per household needs to register.

What is provided for decorating?

Registered families receive a pre-packaged basket with the tools to decorate a gingerbread house.

What else is part of the evening?

The event includes holiday music and a hot cocoa bar.

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