Santa Claus is Coming to Grundy County announces Touch-a-Truck event

Santa Claus is Coming to Grundy County has announced its first-ever Touch-a-Truck event on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at Lions Park in Coal City.

Santa Claus is Coming to Grundy County has announced its first-ever Touch-a-Truck event on Saturday, July 19, at Lions Park in Coal City. The event promises a fun-filled day for families while raising funds for the Heroes & Helpers initiative.

The event will feature vehicles for children (and adults) to explore, including:

  • Fire and police vehicles from the Coal City fire and police departments
  • A Grundy County EMA command van
  • A military vehicle from the Joliet Marine Reserve Base
  • A tow truck courtesy of Bob’s Advanced Auto & Tire
  • A combine and tractors from Mark Willis
  • A road construction truck from D Construction

Attendees can also enjoy free fun and games, including a dunk tank, Easy Striker and Pit Stop Challenge games and Pick-a-Duck.

Guests can access all activities for $19 per family, with proceeds directly supporting the Heroes & Helpers program.