Here’s a round-up of some of the Naperville events going on in November. We hope to see you around the neighborhood!
Pumpkin Smash
Saturday, November 5 | Ron Ory Community Garden Plots
The annual Pumpkin Smash will take place from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Area residents may bring their jack-o-lanterns and pumpkins to be smashed and composted into the soil at the Garden Plots, adding nutrients and water back into the soil.
For more info, visit napervilleparks.org.
Downtown Naperville Lights Up!
Monday, Nov 7 – Tuesday, Jan 31 | Downtown Naperville
Kicking off the holiday season, Downtown Naperville will officially come to light with treetops and rooftops illuminated for the very first night of the season.
Holiday Open House Weekend
Saturday & Sunday, Nov 12 – 13 | Downtown Naperville
Wander through shops all weekend for some early-bird holiday savings and stock-up sales! Enjoy musical entertainment and lively decorations around town, plus special holiday sales and surprises at many downtown shops.
25th Annual Turkey Trot
Thursday, November 24 | Naperville Central High School
25th annual Turkey Trot is on Thanksgiving morning November 24, 2022 starting at 8:00 a.m. This is a chip timed race with awards given to the top three overall male and female finishers as well as the top three finishers in each age group.
For more info, visit napervilleturkeytrot.com.
Holiday Parade of Lights
Friday, Nov 25 | Downtown Naperville | 7p
The parade will travel through the heart of downtown under the beautiful twinkling lights. Bundle up and enjoy an evening of festivities and brightly lit floats. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on hand to celebrate the season! Immediately following the parade, Santa and Mrs. Claus will visit with kids inside the Naperville Public Library until 9 p.m.
For more info, visit napervillerotaryparade.org.
Holiday Elf Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, Nov 27 – Tuesday, Dec 27 | Naper Settlement
Find all of Santa’s magic elves hiding out in downtown shops – they may be hiding in the store windows or inside the business. Children of all ages are invited to print off a list of where the elves may be found – with many chances to win prizes if they find them all.
For more info and a map, visit downtownnaperville.com.
To see more upcoming events in Naperville, visit the Events page.