Explore the Village
Hover over our Village huts and activities on the interactive map below to plan your visit to Christmas in the Village! If you’re on a mobile phone, explore the Village in landscape mode for best results.
Tickets
Purchase same-day tickets here, or skip the line by using the Fast Pass lane if you’ve already bought your tickets online. Quick, easy, and ready to get you into the Village!
The Vine Coffeehouse & Bakery
Fresh baked goods and treats from a local favorite café and bakery.
The Nutcracker Shop – Peoria Ballet
Nutcracker-themed gifts, ornaments, and ballet-inspired keepsakes from Peoria Ballet.
Voila! Macarons
Authentic French macarons in a variety of festive flavors.
The Missing Zither
Craft cocktails featuring creative, seasonal flavors from this Peoria favorite bar.
CxT Roasting Company
Warm up with fresh-brewed coffee, hot cocoa & masterful drink creations from CXT!
GP Miller Floral
Seasonal floral arrangements, stems, and holiday pieces for decorating or gifting.
Industry Brewing Co.
Locally brewed craft beer, including seasonal and signature selections.
LeBakery
Fresh pastries, breads, cookies, and baked goods from a beloved local bakery.
Riverview Road Apiary & Blackbeard Canning Company
Local honey, beeswax goods, jams, and small-batch canned items perfect for gifting.
Flour & Fibers
The original sourdough lady of Knox County, Illinois who happens to also have a knitting & fiber arts addiction!
Flickering Willow Candle Company
Hand-poured candles and home fragrance in cozy, seasonal scents.
Carriage Rides – Grey Thunder Percherons
Horse-drawn carriage rides through the Village during posted hours.
Tickets
Purchase same-day tickets here, or skip the line by using the Fast Pass lane if you’ve already bought your tickets online. Quick, easy, and ready to get you into the Village!
Alpacas of Indian Point Hills
Say hello to these friendly alpacas and shop their adorable stuffed animals, cozy accessories, and more. A perfect stop for holiday gifting and a great photo op!
Mini Highland Cows
Adorable mini Highland cows ready for the coziest holiday photo ops.
Tree Farm
Explore the Every Student Initiative decorated trees. By you coming to the Village, you are supporting students in our entire area—thank you for investing in our youth!
Top That
Gourmet mac & cheese and loaded baked potatoes — warm, hearty comfort food.
Tipsy Sol Mobile Bar
Airstream-style mobile bar serving bright, sunny, and seasonal holiday cocktails.
Brick & Ember Pizza
Wood-fired pizza made fresh on site, great for sharing with family and friends.
The Station Food Truck
Classic American food truck fare — burgers, sandwiches, and more.
Clink Mobile Bar
Craft cocktails and festive drinks served from a stylish mobile bar.
Ramblin’ Rounds
Mini donuts made hot and fresh with fun toppings.
Russell’s Cycling & Fitness
Bikes, gear, and holiday gift ideas for active families from a trusted local shop.
Indie Gift House
Feel-good gifts, plants, blankets, and self-care items from a women-owned small business.
The Sugar Crumb
Hand-decorated royal-icing cookies perfect for hosting and gifting!
Chick-fil-A East Peoria
Chick-fil-A favorites and holiday-ready bites from the East Peoria location.
Four30 Scones
Sweet and savory scones, plus warm holiday drinks to enjoy as you walk the Village.
Photos with Santa
Free professional photos with Santa under the Village tree, included with your ticket.
Schmidgall Market
Locally-made gift-ready items!
Crepe Stream
Sweet and savory crepes made to order from their mobile kitchen.
Swanee’s Soft Pretzels
Fresh, soft pretzels perfect for snacking while you explore the Village.
Tin Roof Smokehouse
Smoked meats and BBQ favorites served hot from the truck.
Jane’s Sweet Addictions
Warm roasted nuts, fudge, candy, and other sweet holiday treats.
My Dog’s Bakery
Homemade dog treats, cookies, and holiday goodies for pets.
Field & Flora Tallow
Handmade tallow-based skincare products, soaps, and balms.
CxT Roasting Company
Warm up with fresh-brewed coffee, hot cocoa & masterful drink creations from CXT!
Christmas in the Village Pop-Up Shop
Official Christmas in the Village merchandise, apparel, and limited-edition 2025 swag, powered by Lost Art.
Camels
Meet our Village camels — a crowd favorite and perfect holiday photo opportunity.
Love + Lavender
Children’s boutique clothing and gifts with high-quality pieces for babies and kids.
Bear’s Bites
All-natural dog treats and goodies for your favorite pups.
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
Handmade chocolates, caramel apples, fudge, and classic Rocky Mountain sweets.
Green View Co.
Holiday wreaths, fresh-cut greens, porch pots, and festive décor for your home.
So Chic Boutique
A beautifully curated selection of gifts, accessories, and holiday bestsellers.
Santa’s Sleigh
Great photo op!
Tickets
Purchase same-day tickets here, or skip the line by using the Fast Pass lane if you’ve already bought your tickets online. Quick, easy, and ready to get you into the Village!
Village Tree
The LARGEST live Christmas tree in the Greater Peoria area!
Museum Exhibits
Access to all open museum exhibitions, including:
Joyful Resistance
Amethyst Gallery of Minerals
Duryea: America’s First Car Company
Center for American Decoys
Bronzeville to Harlem: An American Story
Finding Titanic: The Secret Mission
Friends of Folk
Deep Dive: Into the Permanent Collection
Object Spotlight Tours throughout the day (15 minutes each!)
Solitude (1:00 pm)
Friends of Folk (2:00 pm)
Bronzeville (3:00 pm)
Joyful Resistance (4:00 pm)
Duryea (5:00 pm)
Amethyst Hall of Minerals (6:00 pm)
Santa’s Workshop
Dome Planetarium
Holiday Laser Magic 2025 in the Dome Planetarium
2025 Vendors
Food & Drink
Barrack’s Bar*
Brick & Ember Pizza
Chick-fil-A East Peoria
Clink Mobile Bar
Crepe Stream
CxT Roasting Company
Four30 Scones
Jane’s Sweet Addictions
LeBakery
Missing Zither
Ramblin’ Rounds
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
Schmidgall Market
Swanee’s Soft Pretzels
The Cuterie Cart*
The Station Food Truck
The Sugar Crumb
Tin Roof Smokehouse
Tipsy Sol Mobile Bar
Top That
Triple Dipple’s*
Voila! Macarons
* Part of Santa’s Workshop (located in the Museum’s Auditorium)
Shopping & Entertainment
Alpacas of Indian Point Hills
Aqua-Tots*
Bear’s Bites
Blackbeard Canning Company
Camels
Carriage Rides
Christmas in the Village Pop-Up (Powered by Lost Art)
Dan Wilde Creative*
Dive-In Arcade*
Field & Flora Tallow
Flickering Willow Candle Company
Flour & Fibers
GP Miller Floral
Green View Co.
Indie Gift House
Library Table*
Love + Lavender
Mini Highland Cows
Mrs. Claus Storytime (Peoria Public Library Collab.)*
My Dog’s Bakery
Photos with Santa
Riverview Road Apiary
Russell’s Cycling + Fitness
So Chic Boutique
The Nutcracker Shop — Peoria Ballet
The Zoo Lady*

