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The holiday season is officially here! Come visit Santa at The Arboretum of South Barrington, where he'll be waiting for you every Saturday through Christmas in our specially decorated <a href="https://www.wickstromautogroup.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Wickstrom Auto Group</a> Holiday Tent. Don't forget your cameras and wish lists! Saturdays December 6, 13, and 20 | 9am - 12pmThis is a FREE event. Please bring your own camera. No professional photographer provided.

FREE Photos With Santa

In the Wickstrom Auto Group Holiday Tent

Ho ho ho! Santa Claus is coming to The Arboretum of South Barrington for a pizza party, and you're invited! Gather the family and come celebrate the season with us in the <a href="https://www.wickstromautogroup.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Wickstrom Auto Group </a>Holiday Tent. We'll be serving up scrumptious pizzas from <a href="https://www.georgiospizza.com/georgios-pizza-south-barrington-il/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Georgio's</a> and spinning all the best holiday music. Kids can chat with Santa, tell him what they want for Christmas, and get an amazing photo to remember the night. It's an evening of fun, food, and holiday cheer. Don't miss out on this magical night! This is a ticketed event. All guests (parents and kids) must have a ticket to attend - <a href="https://thearboretumofsouthbarrington.ticketspice.com/pizza-party-with-santa" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a> to purchase tickets. Wednesday, December 3 | 6pm - 8pm

Pizza Party with Santa

Holiday Tree Lighting at The Arb Presented by <a href="https://www.wickstromautogroup.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Barrington Bank &amp; Trust Company</a> – A Wintrust Community Bank Where the magic of the season begins!Saturday, November 15 | 5PM – 7PMMain Street at The Arb The Arboretum of South Barrington invites you to its Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony &amp; Parade… a spectacular kickoff to the holiday season featuring a breathtaking 40+ foot tree and a state-of-the-art light and music show that will leave you in awe! Event Highlights Holiday ParadeThe evening begins with a festive parade down Main Street at 5 PM, featuring Santa, stilt walkers, dancing elves, the Gingerbread Man, The Grinch, and more beloved holiday characters… all ending in Main Street Plaza for the grand finale. Stay for our holiday dance party in Main Street Plaza after the tree is lit! Live Stage PerformancesEnjoy live music from incredible local talent: Dave Mikulskis (Hi Infidelity), Pino Farina, Courtney Juric (Country), and Josh Scholl (Radio GAGA). <a href="https://www.wickstromlincoln.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Wickstrom Lincoln</a> Holiday TentStep inside for family fun with balloon artists, face painters, strolling magicians, and festive holiday tunes! Character Meet &amp; GreetsAfter the parade, take photos and share magical moments with your favorite Christmas characters. Tree Lighting &amp; Dance PartyJoin Tina Bree from Star 105.5 as we light The Arb’s spectacular holiday tree, followed by a Ready-Set-Dance holiday dance party in Main Street Plaza! Holiday TreatsWarm up with Georgio’s signature hot chocolate located in our giant hot cocoa holiday mug or stop by Calibre for festive flavors and seasonal favorites. This is a night your family won’t forget! The lights, the laughter and the holiday spirit come alive at The Arb!

Holiday Tent Sponsored by Wickstrom Lincoln

Holiday Tree Lighting at The Arb - Presented by Barrington Bank & Trust

The Newest&nbsp;<a href="https://balibrary.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(91, 98, 45);">Barrington Area Library</a>&nbsp;return location is at The Arb! Please use this convenient drop off location for all your library materials&nbsp;returns.&nbsp; Located in in front of The Arb Management Office - &gt;&nbsp;<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/QwxnVuhyYsS5aAAp6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(91, 98, 45);">Directions</a><h3> </h3>The Barrington Public Library District strives to:- stimulate imagination,- develop information fluency,- foster lifelong learning,- create young readers, The Barrington Public Library District serves 45,360 residents of all or part of Algonquin, Barrington, Barrington Hills, Deer Park, Fox River Grove, Hoffman Estates, Kildeer, Lake Barrington, Lake Zurich, North Barrington, Palatine, Port Barrington, South Barrington, Tower Lakes, and some unincorporated areas. It covers a 72 square mile area, making it one of the largest library districts in Illinois, geographically speaking.

A convenient return location for Barrington Area Library!

Barrington Area Library Return/Drop Off

Sip &amp; Shop at The Arb“Shop with a Twist” Want to sip a refreshing alcoholic beverage while you shop? Enjoy refreshments while shopping at The Arboretum of South Barrington! From craft beer and wine to cocktails and mocktails. General rules are as follows:Your beverage must be purchased only from Tangled Roots Craft Brew &amp; Kitchen,&nbsp;The Hampton Social, Sim Racing, or Star Cinema Grill.&nbsp; Simply visit one of these establishments and ask for a Sip &amp; Shop beverage. Your beverage will be served in a special Sip &amp; Shop cup with lid.&nbsp;Then enjoy it while browsing The Arboretum of South Barrington! Some restrictions apply:<ol><li class="ql-indent-1">No outside alcohol is permitted. Food and beverages consumed on-site to be purchased from participating Arboretum establishments.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">You must be 21 years of age or older to purchase or consume alcohol.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Retailer and restaurant restrictions may apply - see retailer and restaurant for more details.&nbsp;Door decals stating “No outside food or beverages allowed”&nbsp;will identify businesses who do not participate.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li class="ql-indent-1">The Arboretum Code of Conduct must be adhered to.</li><li class="ql-indent-1">Sip &amp; Shop purchases are allowed until 7:30 p.m.&nbsp;&nbsp;*8:00 p.m. on Concert Nights*</li></ol> Participating Restaurants: Tangled Roots Craft Beer &amp; Kitchen, The Hampton Social, Sim Racing, and Star Cinema Grill.&nbsp;Stay tuned for more to come!&nbsp;&nbsp;

Events

Pizza Party with Santa

FREE Photos With Santa

Holiday Tree Lighting at The Arb - Presented by Barrington Bank & Trust

Pizza Party with Santa

FREE Photos With Santa

Holiday Tree Lighting at The Arb - Presented by Barrington Bank & Trust

Pizza Party with Santa

FREE Photos With Santa

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Sip & Shop

Barrington Area Library Return/Drop Off

Holiday Tree Lighting at The Arb - Presented by Barrington Bank & Trust

Pizza Party with Santa

FREE Photos With Santa

FREE Photos With Santa

FREE Photos With Santa

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