Multiple events planned for Christmas in the Village of Cobden

COBDEN, Ill. (KFVS) - Christmas in the Village of Cobden is returning for a 17th year on Saturday, December 6.

The day-long event will feature several events, from craft and food vendors to a petting zoo, strolling carolers and Santa and Mrs. Claus.

There will also be a lights parade through the village beginning at 5 p.m.

Following the parade, there will be the lighting of the village tree.

Organizers say there will be a unique Caroling Karaoke Hayride topped off with hot cider and doughnuts after the tree lighting.

The following is a list of events:

9 a.m. Dashing Through the Village 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Run
Craft and food vendors, free s’mores courtesy of the Lions Club, Bounce Houses and inflatable games, a petting zoo and Staley Farm miniature horses
The Presbyterian Church is sponsoring a craft fair and an art show and sale
St. Joseph Church is hosting a traditional Christmas bazaar along with a soup luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be at the Old Feed Store, with free goody bags, along with the balloon lady, free refreshments and ornament making.
The iconic ESL Folkloric Dance Team from the Cobden schools is performing in the afternoon in the park
Various shops will offer Christmas items
The Union County Historical Society is sponsoring a wood carving demonstration, a display of local artwork and Nativities.
Strolling carolers will entertain throughout the village
5 p.m. lights parade, followed by tree lighting and Caroling Karaoke Hayride with hot cider & doughnuts

For more information, contact the Cobden Village Hall, the sponsor, at 618-893-2425 or the Historical Society on Saturday at 618-893-2865.

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