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La Salle’s Celebration of Lights illuminates Rotary Park through New Year’s Day

A Merry Christmas sign glows near the end of the Celebration of Lights display on Thursday, Dec. 8, 2022 at Rotary Park in La Salle.

The city of La Salle’s spectacular Celebration of Lights has made its triumphant return to Rotary Park. One of the largest holiday attractions in north central Illinois, the massive collection of illuminated displays is back and bigger than ever before. Conveniently located near Interstate 39, the astounding drive-thru light show will run every night from now through New Year’s Day.

The Celebration of Lights Christmas drive-through display glows at twilight on Thursday, Dec. 8, 2022  at Rotary Park in La Salle

Now in its 11th year, the lights parade has expanded from having 17 displays to 365. Cars will meander along a winding path through the park, where you can get a good look at the hundreds of larger-than-life displays – each sponsored by an area business or organization.

The Celebration of Lights has displays throughout the entire Rotary Park on Thursday, Dec. 8, 2022 in La Salle.

The Celebration of Lights is free to view, but donations are encouraged to continue to grow the community-led project. The drive-thru display will be open to the public from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Don’t miss a chance to start a new holiday tradition at this beautiful and festive light show.

Hundreds of Christmas displays illuminate during the Celebration of Lights on Thursday, Dec. 8, 2022 at Rotary Park in La Salle.

Rotary Park is at 2837 E. Fifth Road, La Salle.

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