United City of Yorkville Holiday Celebration - November 22 & 23

Kick off the holiday season with the Yorkville Holiday Celebration on Friday, November 22 and Saturday, November 23! This two-day celebration provides fun and holiday cheer for the entire family! 

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22

• YPAC Performances (6:00-6:15pm)
• Yorkville High School Madrigal Singers (6:15-6:30pm)
• Parade Along Hydraulic Avenue (6:30pm)
• YPAC Santa Dancers (6:55pm)
• Tree Lighting Ceremony (Immediately After Parade)

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23

• Visits with Santa at the Yorkville American Legion (10:30am-1:30pm)
• Jingle Jog Fun Run (2:30pm) – Race registration still available at Yorkville.il.us/RudolphRun 
• Rudolph Run 5K (4pm) – Race registration still available at Yorkville.il.us/RudolphRun 
• Fireworks Show (6:30pm)

Please note all events hosted as part of the Yorkville Holiday Celebration are held in various locations throughout Yorkville. Please visit https://www.yorkville.il.us/490/Holiday-Celebration-Weekend  or contact the Recreation Department at Recreation@yorkville.il.us for more details and specific locations for each event. Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor D&J Dent Removal for helping bring Holiday Cheer to Yorkville this year, and to our Winter Sprinter Race Sponsor Heritage Cabinetry and Design!

Sign Up Now for the Rudolph Run/Jingle Jog!

Did you miss out on your chance to get this year's race shirt? You're in luck! Santa has delivered a special surprise to keep you off the naughty list this year. We have a very limited number of additional shirts for the Yorkville Holiday Races available for those who register quickly. Sizes are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Join us for the Yorkville Holiday Races on November 23, part of the Holiday Celebration weekend on November 22 & 23. This is more than just a race – it's a family experience you can't miss! Choose between the Rudolph Run 5K, a professionally chip-timed race, and the Jingle Jog Family Fun Run (1-mile). Walkers and runners are welcome for both races, making it an event for everyone. Show off your holiday spirit by participating in our contest for the most festively dressed! Prizes will be awarded to winners in the Adult (age 18+), Child (age 17 and under), and group categories. Plus, don’t miss the chance to meet Santa at the American Legion from 10:30am-1:30pm on November 23, and cap off the day with spectacular fireworks at the corner of Rt 47 and Countryside Pkwy. Spaces are filling up fast, so register today to secure your spot and your race shirt (while supplies last). Create memories with your family and friends you’ll cherish for years to come. Click the link to sign up now! https://bit.ly/YPRDHolidayRaceRegistration

Yorkville Deck the Trees Holiday Walk!

Are you ready to go walking in a winter wonderland? The United City of Yorkville is thrilled to announce a charming new tradition for the 2024 Holiday Season!  Introducing the Deck the Trees Holiday Walk; an enchanting display of beautifully decorated trees nestled in the heart of Town Square Park (301 N Bridge St, Yorkville)!  Each tree will be illuminated and then decorated by local businesses, community organizations, or families from right here in Yorkville, and displayed in Town Square from December 2 through the New Year. Come and walk through the beautiful snowflake arches at Town Square and enjoy the beauty of the 30 trees along the path.

Do you want to help create the magic? Contact the Yorkville Parks and Recreation Sponsorship and Marketing team at Sponsorship@yorkville.il.us to inquire about tree availability or submit your form now by visiting Yorkville.il.us/DeckTheTrees. Trees are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and space is limited! Reserve a tree now by filling out the form at https://bit.ly/DeckTheTrees. PDF decorating guidelines available at https://bit.ly/DecktheTreesGuidelines

Breakfast with Santa!

The Yorkville Parks and Recreation Department and Senior Services invite you and your family to join us for Breakfast with Santa! For $10 per person, families will enjoy a hot breakfast, games, crafts, activities, AND A VISIT FROM SANTA! Families will have time for a short visit with Santa so be sure to bring your camera! Pre-registration is required and everyone attending must register. Space is limited! Register today at https://bit.ly/YorkvilleSantaBreakfast

Letters to Santa!

Santa is checking his list and wants to hear from YOU this Holiday Season! Please send your letter (including age and gender) to Santa by Monday, December 9. Santa will then read your letter and send a response by December 24!

All letters should be addressed to:

Santa c/o

Yorkville Recreation Department

651 Prairie Pointe Dr.,

Yorkville, IL 60560

Or Drop off your letter to City Hall during business hours (Monday – Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm). Please note, this is intended for individual families. Large groups and schools will not receive replies back. For questions or more information, contact the Yorkville Parks and Recreation Department (Recreation@yorkville.il.us)

Garbage Pick-Up Delayed Due to Thanksgiving

Due to Thanksgiving, garbage pick-up will be delayed by one day due to Thanksgiving. For example, if your garbage normally is collected on Thursday, it will be collected on Friday instead. Call Groot at 630-892-9294 with any questions.

City Leaf Pick Up Continues!

The City Leaf Pick-Up will continue through November 22^nd. Please have leaves on the curb by 7am! Please make sure all leaves are loose, un-bagged and free of brush/branches, including debris (no pumpkins, decoration, etc.).