Red mug filled with homemade hot chocolate shot on rustic Christmas table. A red and white candy cane is on the hot chocolate mug and two others candy canes are behind the mug. String Christmas lights and a red gift are out of focus on background. Predominant color is red. DSRL studio photo taken with Canon EOS 5D Mk II and Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM.
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Mokena, IL – Downtown Mokena will shine bright this Saturday, November 22, as the community gathers for the annual Parade of Lights celebration, featuring food trucks, giveaways, and the highly anticipated tree lighting ceremony.
According to the Mokena Police Department, the festivities will take place from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the Metra parking lot, offering visitors a variety of local food options from Joey’s, Ricobene’s, Auntie Anne’s, and Tom’s Coffee.
Local businesses are also joining the fun, with Little Al’s balloon artist and hot chocolate at 3:30 p.m., Midland States Bank and HealthSource of Downtown Mokena serving cocoa from 4 to 5 p.m., and the Chamber of Commerce Office hosting giveaways during that hour. NAWS Resale Shop will remain open until 6 p.m., while Oberweis hands out eggnog and coupons at the Tree Lighting.
The parade kicks off at 5:00 p.m., followed immediately by the tree lighting — a community tradition marking the start of the holiday season. Attendees are encouraged to dress warmly and arrive early to enjoy pre-parade activities.
Officials remind visitors that parking at Mokena Elementary School (MES) is reserved for parade participants only.
For event registration and details, residents can visit mokena.com/events/paradeoflights.
Stay warm, stay safe, and celebrate the start of the holiday season with the Mokena community.
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