Christmas in Galena, Illinois

The holidays are a magical time of year when Galena’s historic Main Street twinkles with tiny sparkling lights, wreaths adorn historic lampposts and boughs of garland drape brick storefronts. Shoppers delight in a relaxing atmosphere reminiscent of an old-fashioned Christmas and find helpful store clerks and welcoming restaurateurs on every block. For the ultimate relaxing getaway, comfortable and cozy accommodations are located within a short walk or drive from downtown Galena.

Leave the hustle and bustle of mall shopping behind this year and shop in Galena. You’ll find extraordinary gifts from local art and pottery to designer handbags and handcrafted jewelry and specialty foods and wines to home décor and vintage collectibles.

Take a break from shopping and enjoy one of our holiday events and happenings. You’ll find yourself humming a holiday carol and gleefully partaking in the festive spirit of this time of year.

November 27-29
Old-Fashioned Christmas Weekend:
Santa at the Old Market House
Living Windows
Jingle Bell Walk
Crafts for Children

December 5-7
Christmas Cheer Weekend
B&B Christmas Cup of Cheer
Mistletoe Ball: A Victorian Holiday Dinner & Dance

December 11-13
Lunch with Santa
B&B Christmas Cup of Cheer
A Taste of Christmas Progressive Dinner
Living Windows

December 18-20
Breakfast with Santa
B&B Christmas Cup of Cheer
Lunch with Santa
Tour of Christmas Past
Night of the Luminaria