There is nowhere quite like St. Charles County during the holiday season. From historic brick streets to festive town centers, November marks the kickoff of local events that bring our communities together. Mark your calendars for these family favorites:
- St. Charles Christmas Traditions (Historic Main Street): Starting the day after Thanksgiving and running through Christmas Eve, historic Main Street transforms into a storybook wonderland. Encounter legendary holiday characters, listen to caroling quartets, enjoy horse-drawn carriage rides, and support locally owned boutiques along the riverfront.
- Cottleville Tree Lighting & Holiday Festivities: Downtown Cottleville always brings community energy. Enjoy seasonal gatherings, holiday shopping at local pop-ups, warm cocoa, and community tree lighting ceremonies and the new Christkindl Market right in the heart of town.
- Wentzville Holiday Night Lights (Rotary Park): A beloved drive-through tradition! Beginning late November, pack thermoses of hot cider, pile into the car, and cruise through one mile of illuminated commercial displays and animated light tunnels at Rotary Park.
- Local Small Business Saturday (November): Before turning to online mega-retailers, spend Saturday exploring downtown specialty shops, sweet treat bakeries, and local cafes right here across St. Charles, St. Peters, Cottleville, and O'Fallon.
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