The Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce and Sterling Main Street are excited to share the events planned for Seasonal Sights and Sounds of Sterling Downtown Christmas Walk on Friday, December 5 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.
The tree lighting ceremony will take place at 5:30 p.m. at the Library Plaza tree. This event features live entertainment and the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus. Along with the tree, the Sterling Theater will also be lit for the season. Santa and Mrs. Claus will join the activities at Santa’s Workshop in Grummert’s parking lot to visit with children. Santa’s Workshop will offer free games and activities for children and families. Local nonprofits and organizations graciously run all activities. Holiday music from 3D Sound will be playing throughout the evening.
Step into a life-sized game of Candyland. Explore downtown businesses to get your game board stamped along the way. Turn in your completed game board for a chance to win sweet prizes! Stroll the shops, enjoy seasonal cheer, and let the magic of the season guide you through this whimsical holiday adventure.
New to the celebration this year, enjoy FREE Trolley rides with Hop On-Hop Off Service to be able to enjoy shopping and activities throughout the downtown! The trolley will have stops at Santa’s Workshop, Dale Park, the 100 block of East 3rd Street (near Sloppy Gene’s), and the Shoppes at Grandon Plaza.
Throughout the evening, guests are invited to wander Dale Park’s Winter Wonderland & Holiday Market, featuring local makers offering handcrafted goods and sweet treats. Enjoy festive holiday inflatables and several fun photo opportunities as you explore. Select downtown businesses will be open late with a variety of sales, specials, with opportunities for shopping, dining, and sipping.
Be sure to visit The Shoppes at Grandon Plaza, transformed into a charming Gingerbread Village complete with a life-size snow globe perfect for photos, along with special offers from the Shoppe keepers.