Christmas Walk `Home for the Holidays`

The Village of Oswego invites you to the annual Christmas Walk Celebration, held on Friday, December 3rd – Sunday, December 5th throughout Oswego. The festivities kick-off on Friday, December 3rd, from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. in downtown Oswego. 

The night will begin with the tree lighting ceremony on Main Street near the old fire station. Beginning at 5:00 p.m., the tree lighting ceremony will include musical entertainment provided by the Oswego East High School group Spotlight. 

At 7:00 p.m., the Silent, Illuminated Fire Truck parade will make its way down Main Street. Fire trucks from Oswego and other local fire departments will participate in this annual event. 

Other activities throughout the night include Toyland Train rides, the Sledding Hill (giant slide), ice skating rink, ice carving demonstrations, strolling carolers and characters including elves and Mrs. Claus, holiday music, kids crafts and games, delicious food vendors and shopping opportunities in the wonderful downtown businesses. The Drepung Gomang Monks from Tibet will be creating a Sacred Sand Mandala at The Angel Center Gift Shop on Main St. 

Stop at the Little White School museum, hosted by the Oswegoland Park District, to enjoy crafts, music, and treats. 

Don't miss a Visit with Santa, sponsored and hosted by the Oswego Visitors Bureau. Free pictures with Santa will be taken from 6 – 8:30 p.m. at the Oswego Visitors Bureau, located at 26 Van Buren, please use the entrance just off Main Street at the corner of Main and Van Buren. 

Delicious and tantalizing food will be available along Main Street. At Hudson Crossing Park, which is located at the corner of Harrison and Washington Street, enjoy the splendor and beauty of the Fox River as you and your families enjoy a ride on the Belgian Draft Horse Hay Ride. 

Parking is available on Friday night at the old Alexander Lumber lot and the various lots located in downtown Oswego.

Join the Village of Oswego for this festive event as we kick-off the Holiday Season at the annual Oswego Christmas Walk. For a complete list of activities, please visit our website at www.oswegoil.org or call 630-554-3618.