Special Events

Purpose Statement

The Special Events Commission was created to develop strategies to preserve and protect the heritage and integrity of existing neighborhoods. To do this, Commissioners focus on curb appeal to maintain and enhance the visual integrity of local neighborhoods. Achieving this goal requires participation among residents, businesses, elected and appointed officials. Commissioners work on encouraging re-investment in established neighborhoods. Commission members believe it “Takes the efforts of a Village” to build pride - from the inside. Therefore, the focus remains on devising strategies that instill neighborhood pride and encourage aesthetic investment. Commissioners use positive reinforcement such as awards for decorating property year round as well as during the holidays, as the catalysts to spur neighborhood improvement.

Public Meetings

Where: Starting January 2025, meetings will be held in the courtroom

When: 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month Starting at 7:00PM

Events

• Arbor Day Celebration - Saturday, April 25th, 2026

  
   

  

  

  

  

• Memorial Day Wreath Laying - Monday, May 25th, 2026
• 42nd Annual Village Picnic - Sunday, June 28th, 2026

• iFest - Saturday, July 11th, 2026
• Jubilee - Friday, September 11th, 5p-11p / Saturday, September 12, 12p-11p, Sunday, September 13th, 12p-10p
• Pathways Parade - Sunday, September 13, 2p Starts at BHS and ends at Village Hall
• Halloween Online Photo Submission Judging with Map - October 25th, 2026
• Holiday Magic in Motion - November (TBD)
• Festival of Lights Winter Walk
  • *Saturday - December 5th, 2026
  • *Sunday - December 6th, 2026
  • *Saturday - December 12th, 2026
  • *Sunday - December 13th, 2026 (Senior Night)
  • *Sunday - December 20th, 2026 (Inclement Weather Date for Senior Night if changed)
• Santa Send-Off - December 19th, 2026
• Spirit of Christmas Online Photo Submission Judging with Map - December 20th, 2026
  
  

About Us

The Bolingbrook Special Events Commission consists of exceptional Bolingbrook residents who are appointed as Commissioners. These devoted volunteers host and participate in a number of activities such as Arbor Day, Village Picnic, Jubilee, Pathways Parade, Festival of Lights, and Santa Send-Off, throughout the year, dedicated to promoting a sense of pride and responsibility in our community and to help create a more appealing and pleasant place in which to live, work, and play.....A PLACE TO GROW!

Want to Join Our Commission?

There is typically a waiting list but if you are interested in joining or have any questions or comments, feel free to contact us.