Effingham Hometown Christmas

Kick off the holiday season with your family and friends at Downtown Effingham’s Hometown Christmas! Whether you’re hosting loved ones home for Thanksgiving or starting your own holiday traditions, this magical evening is the perfect way to celebrate together. There’s no better way to kick off the holiday season with family than at Hometown Christmas in Downtown Effingham. Climb aboard for cozy horse-drawn carriage rides or whimsical tractor train rides, and delight the kids with a chance to meet a live reindeer. Make memories together while visiting Santa, snapping photos with favorite Christmas and Disney characters, and creating festive crafts in Santa’s Workshop. As you stroll through the holiday magic, warm up with a cup of hot chocolate, enjoy the sweet crunch of kettle corn, and soak in the sparkle and joy of the season. And don't miss the lighted Christmas parade as night falls! Bring the whole family downtown and make memories you’ll treasure for years to come!