Events

The Annual Way of Lights Christmas display illuminates the grounds Of the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows. This breathtaking display focuses on the birth of Christ. Experience the tradition – bring your family and friends on this most unique volksmarch in the metro-east Illinois area as you walk among over one 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, Lego Brick 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.

Way of Lights Walk Brochure 2022

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

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

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