Join Us for Cocoa Crawl

February 8, 2025, 12–4 pm

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Enjoy a variety of FREE hot cocoa samples at tents located throughout town. A map with tent locations and a list of the participating businesses will be available on this page prior to the event. Participating businesses will be offering cocoa-inspired creations, cocoa and cocoa-themed merchandise, free samples and more for event attendees. Many of our restaurants and beverage establishments will also have cocoa-themed food and drinks for sale.

FREE Carriage Rides

Grab your group and hop on the carriage for a ride around town. Registration not required. First-come, first-served. Waivers must be completed on site. Rides are complimentary and courtesy of the Historic Downtown Long Grove Business Association.

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Join Us at the Bunny Hop 

April 19, 2025

Information about the 2025 Bunny Hop will be updated below as event details become available. For regular updates about historic downtown Long Grove and this event, please follow us on Facebook and Instagram. You can also have news delivered straight to your email inbox! Subscribe now.

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The Historic Downtown Long Grove Business Association is pleased to announce that this family-friendly event is returning in March.

Children of all ages are invited to join us for this FREE event! Bring your baskets to collect goodies and stay for a variety of family-friendly activities.

This event includes: 

• Face Painting
• Coloring Station
• Fire Truck Tours
• Visit with Real Bunnies
• Meet the Easter Bunny
• Easter Eggs and Other Treats! 

Sponsors

Thank you to our generous sponsors for supporting this event.

Join Us at the Craft Beer Festival

April 26, 2025

Information about the 2025 Craft Beer Festival will be updated below as event details become available. For regular updates about historic downtown Long Grove and this event, please follow us on Facebook and Instagram. You can also have news delivered straight to your email inbox! Subscribe now.

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Participating Breweries 

List as of 4/17/24

Production facilities and taproom locations listed. Click through to learn more about these midwestern craft beer producers.

9th Hour Brewing Company, Lake Villa, IL

Black Horizon Brewing Company, Willowbrook, IL

Black Lung Brewing, Round Lake Beach and Fox Lake, IL

Buffalo Creek Brewing, Long Grove, IL

Casa Humilde Cerveceria, Chicago, IL

Crystal Lake Brewing, Crystal Lake, IL

Foreign Exchange Brewing

Half Day Brewing, Lincolnshire, IL

Kishwaukee Brewing Co., Woodstock, IL

Liquid Love Brewing, Buffalo Grove, IL

The Lucky Monk, South Barrington, IL

Maplewood Brewing, Chicago, IL

MobCraft Beer, Milwaukee and Waterford, WI; Woodstock, IL

MoRE Brewing Company, Villa Park, Huntley and Bartlett, IL

Nik & Ivy Brewing Company, Lockport, IL

Obscurity Brewery, Elburn, IL

On Tour Brewing Company, Chicago, IL

Phase Three Brewing, Lake Zurich and Elmhurst, IL

Pipeworks Brewing Company, Chicago, IL

Prima Cider, Long Grove, IL

Ravinia Brewing Company, Highland Park and Chicago, IL

Sew Hop’d Brewery, Huntley, IL

Scorched Earth Brewing, Algonquin, IL

Tighthead Brewing Company, Mundelein, IL

Tonality Brewing Company, Mundelein, IL

Live Music 

We’re excited to welcome Fox Crossing Stringband to the Long Grove Craft Beer Fest! This lady-led bluegrass group from Chicago has been winning hearts with their beautiful harmonies, original songwriting, and entertaining stage presence since forming in November of 2016. They have performed at events such as IBMA award-winning Frankfort Bluegrass Festival, the John Hartford Memorial Festival, East Troy Bluegrass Festival, Ladies of Bluegrass Festival, the Illinois State Fair, Wander Down Music Fest, Merchant Street Music Festival, American Music Fest, and many more!

They have also performed on the WGN Radio and WGN TV Shows, and at notable venues in Chicago such as City Winery, The Park West, and Navy Pier. These Foxes are on the run and coming to a town near you!

Food Vendors

Food will be available for purchase from Canta Napoli and The Pink Cupcake Creations

Thank You to Our Sponsors

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Join Us for our annual Chocolate Festival 

May 16–18, 2025

Information about the 2025 Chocolate Festival will be updated below as event details become available. For regular updates about historic downtown Long Grove and this event, please follow us on Facebook and Instagram. You can also have news delivered straight to your email inbox! Subscribe now.

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Location: 145 Old McHenry Rd., Long Grove, IL 60047

The Historic Downtown Business Association welcomes you to Chocolate Fest this weekend! All proceeds from our events go to projects to improve out downtown. Including:

✨ Downtown street lights
✨Development and ongoing maintenance of the new park located by the Covered Bridge. 
✨Coming this year— Monument signs welcoming visitors at the main entry points into the Village of Long Grove. 
✨Banner signage on street light poles. 
✨Various activities for visitors in Downtown Long
✨Grove during the winter holiday season. 

We appreciate your support and enjoy the festival! 🍫🎸🙌

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Join us as we celebrate all things chocolate! Event details bellow will be updated as they become available. 

Get your tickets!

General Admission $5 per day (ages 12 and under are FREE).
Tickets may be purchased online or at the gate each day. 
Discounted admission available when purchasing Three-Day Passes online ONLY.

For regular updates about downtown Long Grove and this event, follow us on Facebook and Instagram . You can also have news delivered straight to your email inbox! Subscribe now. For press photos, please contact jodygrimaldipr.com.

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Chocolate Lovers Unite!

The Long Grove Chocolate Festival will return to the historic streets and parkways of downtown Long Grove, on May 17, 18, and 19, 2024. Organizers of this season’s Chocolate Fest are working to provide an amazing three days of live music, family activities, chocolate vendors, and chocolate experiences! 

*NOTICE: No outside alcohol is permitted within the fest. Thank you.

“As long as there is chocolate, there will be happiness.“

Wayne Gerard Trotman

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Chocolate Activities

For the young and young at heart, Chocolate Fest 2024 will include a dedicated children’s area with complimentary throwback games and thrilling entertainment.  Chocolate Fest also marks the official opening of the spring shopping season in town, with village merchants featuring their own decadent chocolate-themed specialties and sales throughout the event weekend.  It’s the perfect time for visitors to explore and fall in love with a sweet old friend – historic downtown Long Grove!

Main Stage Music Sets

FRIDAY
KennyLive	9:00pm – 11:00pm
PettyKings	6:30pm – 8:20pm
Abby Kay Band	4:30pm – 6:00pm
Mixtape Heroes	2:30pm – 4:00pm
Idol Wild	12:00pm – 2:00pm
SATURDAY
Sixteen Candles	9:00pm – 11:00pm
Ultrabeat	6:30p – 8:20pm
Fearless: Tribute to Taylor	4:30pm – 6:00pm
InFunktious	2:30pm – 4:00pm
Eddie Andersen Trio	12:00pm – 2:00pm
SUNDAY
Simply Billy / Simply Elton	4:00pm – 6:00pm
Daniel Cronson Band	1:30pm – 3:20pm
School of Rock Barrington	12:00pm – 1:00pm

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Carnival

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Complimentary Parking

Note: Parking is limited in downtown lots and at our remote parking lot. Ride sharing services are strongly recommended.

Remote Parking with Free Shuttle

Saturday, May 18, 11am–11pm and Sunday, May 19, 11am–6pm
No Parking or Shuttle on Friday

Remote Parking Location

Golf Dome Parking Lot
801 McHenry Rd., Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

Shuttle Drop Off/Pick Up Location

Archer Rd. between Fountain Square and the Carnival

Shuttle operates between these two locations continuously during the times listed above.

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Entertainment

Main Stage Music

FRIDAY
Kashmir	9pm – 11pm
Of Perception: A Doors Tribute	6:30pm – 8:20pm
The 77 Solution	4:30pm – 6:00pm
Major Climb	2:30pm – 4:00pm
The Riley Brothers	12:00pm – 2:00pm
SATURDAY
Hi Infidelity	9:00pm – 11:00pm
The Gingers	6:30p – 8:20pm
7th Heaven	4:30pm – 6:00pm
Southwater	2:30pm – 4:00pm
Easy Munny Duo	12:00pm – 1:30pm
SUNDAY
Hillbilly Rockstarz Presents: Don’t Rock the Jukebox	4:00pm – 6:00pm
Matthew Holm Band	2:00pm – 3:30pm
School of Rock Barrington	12:00pm – 1:30pm

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Parking Options

Free Parking is limited in downtown lots and at our remote parking lot. Ride sharing services are strongly recommended.
There is also paid lots available nearby. See map below for details.

Remote Parking with Free Shuttle

Saturday, May 18, 11am–11pm and Sunday, May 19, 11am–6pm
No Parking or Shuttle on Friday

Remote Parking Location

Golf Dome Parking Lot
801 McHenry Rd., Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

Shuttle Drop Off/Pick Up Location

Archer Rd. between Fountain Square and the Carnival

Shuttle operates between these two locations continuously during the times listed above.
Remote Parking with Free Shuttle, Presented by

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Carnival

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Merchant Specials

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July 26–27, 2025

Information about 2025 Vintage Days will be updated below as event details become available. For regular updates about historic downtown Long Grove and this event, please follow us on Facebook and Instagram. You can also have news delivered straight to your email inbox! Subscribe now.

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Summer Street Market in Downtown Long Grove
145 Old McHenry Road, Long Grove, 60047
Vintage, Antique, Crafts, Reclaimed, Repurposed, Upcycled and Handmade

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What to Expect

• Long Grove Hometown Event, hosted by the Historic Downtown Long Grove Business Association with assistance from the Long Grove Lions Club
• Antique, crafts, handmade, vintage, upcycled and reclaimed dealers
• Outdoor, open-air street market
• Food Vendors
• Free admission and parking
• Shop, dine and explore our downtown businesses, many of which are incorporating vintage activities and specials for the weekend including:
  • Long Grove Historical Society’s Penny Carnival (Sunday, 12-2pm)
  • Craft Vendors and After Hours “Speakeasy” at Brothers’ Field at (Saturday, starting at 6pm)
  • Visit the Sock Monkey Museum to see the world’s largest collection of sock monkeys including vintage and antique pieces. Purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win “Banjo” a custom sock monkey created from vintage materials just for Vintage Days. All proceeds from ticket purchases benefit Chimpanzee Sanctuary Northwest.
  • Old fashioned fun with Ma & Pa’s Candy as they spin various flavors of cotton candy on their patio for purchase.
  • Vintage and antique treasures for sale at Vintage Charm Homestead and Country House of Long Grove

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Live Music Schedule

Saturday, July 27
11:00am-1:00pm	The Sunflower Headlights
1:00am-1:30pm	Elvis Tribute Artist Hugo
4:00pm-6:00pm	Rachel Faul
Sunday, July 28
10:00am-12:00pm	The Downhillers
12:30pm-2:30pm	Low-reen & Jimmy Upstairs Blues Crew
3:00pm-5:00pm	Heroes & Legends Music

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Sponsors

Thank you to our generous sponsors for supporting this event.

Join Us for Irish Days

August 30–September 1, 2025

Information about 2025 Irish Days will be updated below as event details become available. For regular updates about historic downtown Long Grove and this event, please follow us on Facebook and Instagram. You can also have news delivered straight to your email inbox! Subscribe now.

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Get a FREE Irish Days Pint Glass

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Event Schedule

Saturday, August 31
10:45am–11:45am	Academy of Irish Music
12–12:30pm	McNulty School of Irish Dance
12:45–1:15pm	Best Men’s Legs in a Kilt contest
1:30–3pm	The Chancers
3:15–3:45pm	Shannon Rovers Pipe Band
4–5:30 pm	The Larkin & Moran Bros
6–8pm	Without U2
Sunday, September 1
10am	Mass Fr Tim Fairman and Fr Matt Jamesson. Musical accompaniment by Gavin Coyle
11–11:30am	Trinity School of Dance
11:45am–12:45pm	Gavin Coyle
1–1:30pm	Best Men’s Legs in a kilt contest
1:45–3:15 pm	The Dooley’s & Jimmy Moore
3:30–4pm	Shannon Rovers Pipe Band
4–4:30pm	McNulty School of Dance
4:30pm–5pm	Dog Contest & winners
5:30–7pm	The Joyce Boys
Monday, September 2
11–11:30 am	Hogan School of Dance
11:45am–1:15 pm	Kathleen Keane & Jim Conway
1:30–2pm	Dog Contest & winners
2–2:30pm	Shannon Rovers Pipe Band
2:30–4pm	The Boils

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Thank you to our generous sponsors. Their support helps us bring this event to you.

Join Us for our annual Apple Festival

September 26–28, 2025

Information about the 2025 Apple Festival will be updated below as event details become available. For regular updates about historic downtown Long Grove and this event, please follow us on Facebook and Instagram. You can also have news delivered straight to your email inbox!Subscribe now.

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Location:
Downtown Long Grove, 145 Old McHenry Road, Long Grove, IL 60047

How do you like your apples? Fresh? Baked in pies? Dipped in chocolate or caramel? Candied? Are you drooling yet (We know you are)? How ever you like them, we have them. Long Grove’s Apple Fest is known for the apple pies, donuts, caramel dipped to candied apples, apple wine, sangria, and more! In addition to all of the delightful apple specialties, you can even try some options right off the menu at our local hometown restaurants. What’s a Long Grove fest without a stage full of great rhythm and sounds showcasing all your favorite styles of music? We’re again curating artisans in the area to come and showcase their wares and talents. Indulge yourself (and your taste buds) with three fun-filled days that the entire family (including your fur-baby) can enjoy. We will see you there! If you have any questions or would like to participate, please reach out to… info@longgrove.org

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Main Stage Band Schedule

FRIDAY | September 20th
LynSkynyrd Tribute	9:00pm – 11:00pm
Midnight Rider – Allman Bros Tribute	6:30pm – 8:20pm
Pipe Dream	4:30pm – 5:50pm
Lara Bell Band	2:30pm – 4:00pm
Joe Fascetta Duo	12:00pm – 2:00pm
SATURDAY | September 21st
7th Heaven	9:00pm – 11:00pm
Beyond the Blonde	6:30pm – 8:20pm
Deadfest	4:30pm – 6:00pm
South of Disorder – Buffett Tribute	2:30pm – 4:00pm
Kevin Mileski	12:00pm – 2:00pm
SUNDAY | September 22nd
American English	4:00pm – 6:00pm
Chicken Dolphin	1:30pm – 3:15pm
Daniel Cortez & the Trio	12:00pm – 1:00pm

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Mill Pond and Fountain Square Schedules

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Parking Options

Free Parking is limited in downtown lots and at our remote parking lot. Ride sharing services are strongly recommended.
There is also paid lots available nearby. See map below for details.

Remote Parking with Free Shuttle

Saturday, September 21, 11am–11pm and Sunday, September 22, 11am–6pm
No Parking or Shuttle on Friday

Remote Parking Location

Golf Dome Parking Lot
801 McHenry Rd., Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

Shuttle Drop Off/Pick Up Location

Archer Rd. between Fountain Square and the Carnival

Shuttle operates between these two locations continuously during the times listed above.
Remote Parking with Free Shuttle, Presented by

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Get spooky with us throughout October!

Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly afternoon or a ladies’ night out — there’s something brewing each week in downtown Long Grove. 

Witches Night Out, October 9, 2025

DIY Scarecrow Day, October 11, 2025

Pet Costume Parade, October 19, 2025

Downtown Trick or Treating, October 24, 2025

Specific details about the 2025 October Days events will be updated below when they become available. For regular updates about historic downtown Long Grove and this event, please follow us on Facebook and Instagram. You can also have news delivered straight to your email inbox!Subscribe now.

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Businesses in historic downtown Long Grove will stay open late for grown-up witches and warlocks to have fun shopping, sipping, and dining! Participating businesses will have specials, discounts, giveaways, and more. Witches who register in advance or at the event will be entered to win $25 Gift Cards and Certificates from our downtown Long Grove merchants throughout the night!

Registration is not required, but strongly recommended.

Check in and registration will take place at the Village Tavern, 135 Old McHenry Road, Long Grove, IL 60047

Thank you to our generous sponsors for supporting this event.

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Join us for a fantastic fall afternoon making a scarecrow to be displayed in Historic Downtown Long Grove! Over the years we’ve watched scarecrow engineers construct superheroes, cartoon characters, make-believe monsters and more. 

We encourage you to get creative with your designs. Builders should bring clothes, hats, shoes, accessories and any other items they want for customizing their scarecrow. (If you have an extra plastic milk jug for the head, please bring one).

Cost: $10 per scarecrow (station) to be donated to the HDLGBA (Non-refundable)

• Each station may have a maximum of six people working 
• Each station includes a frame, and stuffing to build one scarecrow (clothing, shoes, and accessories are not included)
• The event will be held outside so please dress accordingly
• Rain or shine (unless there is severe weather)
• Please arrive on time. You may lose your time slot if you arrive more than 10 minutes late.

Registration is required. Walk-ins accepted if space allows throughout the event.

Thank you to our generous sponsors for supporting this event.

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Local dogs throughout the area are invited to show off their best Halloween Costumes at the Historic Downtown Long Grove Annual Pet Costume Parade! Upon arrival you will check in and register your dog into one of three different categories. We can’t wait to see your pups all dressed up!

There will be one winner per category:

• Best Dressed
• Most Unique Costume
• Judge’s Favorite

Registration is not required, but strongly recommended.

Check in and registration will take place at Brother’s Field and behind Fred Astaire Dance Studio.  

Thank you to our generous sponsors for supporting this event.

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Kids are invited to visit participating businesses in historic downtown Long Grove to show off their Halloween costumes and collect treats. 

Participating Businesses
Bella Donna Boutique
Blu Fig Café
Broken Earth Winery
Compass
Country House of Long Grove
Enzo and Lucia’s Ristorante
Fred Astaire Dance Studio
Highbrow Salon
In Motion Dance
Joanie’s Pizzeria
LandMark Exteriors, Inc.
Long Grove Coffee Co
Long Grove Confectionary & Apple Haus
Ma and Pa’s Candy
Olivia’s Boutique
Parakeet Pilates
Rachael’s Whimsical Decor
Ritzy Christmas
Rivellino School of Art
Ryan Messner State Farm Insurance
The Village Tavern
The Visitor’s Center
Weichert Realtors McKee

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For regular updates about downtown Long Grove and this event, follow us on Facebook and Instagram . You can also have news delivered straight to your email inbox! Subscribe now.

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Historic downtown Long Grove invites you to rediscover the magic of the holidays this season. Vintage Holidays in Long Grove is what the classic holiday small town experience is all about—quaint shops, old-world charm, and family memories. Organized by the Historic Downtown Long Grove Business Association, Vintage Holidays 2024 will feature:

Light up Long Grove and Holiday Kick-off

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Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides

Carriage rides are one of our most beloved activities during our Vintage Holidays season. Passengers are invited to sit back and take in the nostalgia of our historic downtown as the clattering of horse hooves lead the way.

Ride Dates
November 23, 24, 29, 30
December 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22

Ride Fees
Reservations are $15 per seat (ages 5 and under ride free on an adult’s lap). 

Registration
We are again offering pre-registration for our 10-seater carriage. Please sign up at the link below and have the waiver filled out before your ride is to begin. You will need to bring your waiver with you to your ride*.  

*Rides may be cancelled due to inclement weather for the safety of the horses and our guests. If this should happen, refunds will be issued for reservations.

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Santa in the Village

Santa will be visiting with children and spreading joy throughout the holiday season on the days and times listed below*:

November 29, 12-4 pm
November 30, 12-4 pm
December 1, 12-4 pm
December 7, 1-4 pm 
December 14, 12-4 pm
December 21, 12-4 pm
December 22, 12-4 pm

Free Pictures with Santa
Saturday, December 7
1-1:45 pm and 2:15-4 pm
Covered Bridge Park
No reservations needed. First come, first served.

*Schedule subject to change.

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Caroling Around Town

Visitors who stroll historic downtown Long Grove during Vintage Holidays will not only enjoy the sights but the sounds of the holiday season too, with festive holiday carolers setting the tone. We are excited to again welcome our amazing carolers to the Village of Long Grove this season. The following groups will be out and about on the days below* bringing additional holiday cheer and wonder to the visitors of downtown.

December 7, 11-3 pm: Tom Clark Carolers

December 7, 3-4:30 pm: Palatine High School

December 14, 11-1 pm: Barrington High School

December 14, 1-2 pm: Stevenson High School

December 15, 11-2 pm: Buffalo Grove High School

December 14 & 21, 11-1 pm: Barrington High School

*Schedule subject to change.

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Merchant Specials and Promotions

Many merchants in historic downtown Long Grove will be adorned with holiday decorations, and be offering special merchandise, seasonal food, drinks, and more throughout the holiday season. 

For a list of businesses in town, visit these links:

Restaurants & Nightlife

Shopping & Gifts

Services & Personal Care

Visit their websites or follow them on their social media channels for current holiday offerings and promotions.

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Sip, Shop and Dine Holiday Gift Promotion

To thank our patrons for supporting our historic downtown Long Grove businesses, we are again offering a FREE Gift with Purchase promotion.

Collect receipts that total $150 (pre-tax and tip) from historic downtown Long Grove shops and restaurants, dated November 22–December 24 and redeem them for a FREE Gift at our Visitors’ Center, located at 145 Old McHenry Rd.

Choose from:

• Long Grove Campfire Mug
• Scented Votive candles
• Scarves 
• Candy 
• Long Grove Covered Bridge Fleece Blankets
• Long Grove Holiday Tote Bag
• Long Grove Mini Campfire Mug Ornaments

Gifts available while supplies last. Redeem your receipts early for the best gift selection.

Current Visitors’ Center Hours:
Monday: 10 am – 3 pm
Tuesday: 10 am – 3 pm
Wednesday: 10 am – 5 pm
Thursday: 10 am – 3 pm
Friday: 10 am – 5 pm
Saturday: 10 am – 5 pm
Sunday: 10 am – 5 pm