Events

WELCOME TO THE ANNUAL “WAY OF LIGHTS” WALK: Experience the tradition – bring your family and friends on this most unique volksmarch in the metro-east Illinois area as you walk among over two and a half million miniature lights illuminating trees, figures, and displays that depict the true Christmas story. The Shrine campus will have all their activities available to walkers. Activities include the Christmas Tree & wreath Display, Camel, Donkey & Pony Rides, Petting zoo (Camel rides $6), Carriage Rides ($65 for 6 people & $100 for 10 people), Kettle corn & refreshments for purchase. Life Size Nativity  Photo Area in Shrine Gift Shop.

Masks are always required for registration and inside the Visitor Center.

The Illinois Trekkers invite you to join them on a 5k/10k group walk.                Note time change:   Registration 9:45 AM and start walking at 10:00 AM.
5K walk normally takes about 1 hour.
10K walk normally takes about 2 hours.

In accordance to AVA guidelines you must wear a mask when registering & please maintain social distancing when walking.