The Arboretum in Bethalto has transformed into a winter wonderland of glass cottages filled with Christmas characters, wire art, a nativity, and trees all aglow with twinkling lights. The Bethalto Christmas Village is pure magic to stroll through! This free event is organized and put together by residents, businesses, and organizations of the community.
Bethalto Christmas Village runs daily from November 27, 2020, through January 1, 2021, until 9 pm and is designed to be fun for the whole family.
Bethalto Christmas Village/Facebook
There are a couple of ways to enjoy the Christmas Village here in Bethalto. You can either drive by or meander along the half-mile paved pathway through all the lights, cottages, and trees. Whatever you choose to do, the lights and scenery will surely be enchanting!
Bethalto Christmas Village/Facebook
Glass cottages throughout the park are decorated with beautiful Christmas scenes that will delight children of all ages.
Bethalto Christmas Village/Facebook
The cottages scenes are so whimsical that people can’t help but smile!
Bethalto Christmas Village/Facebook
Have you been naughty or nice this year? Either way, take a photo with the Santa and Mrs. Claus cutout at the Village.
Bethalto Christmas Village/Facebook
Each year, residents are given the chance to support the Christmas Village and families of the community by sponsoring a six-foot-tall live tree adorned with lights and can do so in honor or in memory of someone.
Bethalto Christmas Village/Facebook These are the “Giving Trees,” which are each marked with the name of the individual(s) who sponsored the tree. They’re on display at the Arboretum until a week before Christmas, then they’re removed and donated to families who otherwise would not have a tree for the holiday.
Bethalto Christmas Village/Facebook
These are the “Giving Trees,” which are each marked with the name of the individual(s) who sponsored the tree. They’re on display at the Arboretum until a week before Christmas, then they’re removed and donated to families who otherwise would not have a tree for the holiday.
Bring the kids to this free, family-friendly event that will enchant you and create holiday memories for years to come!
For more information on Bethalto Christmas Village’s hours and the Giving Tree program, visit their Facebook page.
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