Advent Season Events at Area Churches
The Advent Season is a special time of year, and it's a wonderful time to get plugged in at a local church. From orchestra concerts and Women's luncheons to Christmas Eve services and opportunities to bless children in need, there are a lot of activities and events throughout the region to help you celebrate the arrival of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Here is a list of about 60 exciting events hosted by our Ministry Partners and other churches in our area for you to consider this Christmas.
Cityview Community Church
"Christmas in Elmhurst" (in partnership with West Suburban Community Church)
Thursday, December 11, 2025, 7:30 PM
Friday, December 12, 2025, 7:30 PM
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 7:30 PM
343 S. York Rd. (corner of York & St. Charles) Elmhurst, IL 60126
https://exploreelmhurst.com/event/christmas-in-elmhurst/814/
Free admission. Celebrate the birth of Christ in music. Christmas cookies will be provided.
"Christmas Eve Candlelight Service"
Wednesday, December 24, 4-5 PM
343 S. York Rd. Elmhurst, IL 60126
https://cityviewcc.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/194800276
The Compass Church
"Live Nativity"
Sunday, December 14, 2025, 2-8 PM
1551 Hobson Rd, Naperville, IL 60540
https://www.thecompass.net/page/660?EventOccurrenceId=1949
Walk though the joy and wonder of the true Christmas story as your family is guided through biblical scenes with recorded narration, special effects, and live actors and animals. This is a free event and all of the scenes are inside. No registration is necessary and everyone is welcome. All scenes are wheelchair accessible.
"Christmas at The Compass" - Naperville Campus
Wednesday, December 14, 2025, 2, 4, & 6 PM
1551 Hobson Rd, Naperville, IL 60540
https://www.thecompass.net/page/660?EventOccurrenceId=1625
A special service titled "Weight of the World."
"Christmas at The Compass" - South Naperville Campus
Monday, December 22, 2025, 7 PM
Tuesday, December 3, 2025, 6 PM
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 1, 3, 5, and 7 PM
2903 103rd St, Naperville, IL 60564
https://www.thecompass.net/page/660?EventOccurrenceId=1626
A special service titled "Weight of the World."
"Christmas at The Compass" - Three Rivers Campus
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 3 & 11 PM
23901 W Rolf Rd, Plainfield, IL 60586
https://www.thecompass.net/page/660?EventOccurrenceId=2227
A special service titled "Weight of the World."
Elmbrook Church
"Remembrance Service"
Friday, December 12, 2025, 7-8 PM
777 S. Barker Road, Brookfield, Wisconsin
https://www.elmbrook.org/event/24161893-2025-12-12-remembrance-service/
If you have lost a loved one to death and your heart is aching, or you're just wondering how to celebrate this special time of the year without that person, Elmbrook is hosting a remembrance evening. This will be a special time of celebration, music, candle lighting, blessing, prayer, community, and the opportunity to turn sorrow into rejoicing.
"Hymn Sing: Sing a Song of Christmas"
Monday, December 8, 2025, 6:30 - 8:30 PM
777 S. Barker Road, Brookfield, Wisconsin
https://www.elmbrook.org/event/23314172-2025-12-08-hymn-sing-sing-a-song-of-christmas/
Enjoy a festive night of singing with special guests Laura Snyder and Jill Bruss, along with plenty of holiday cheer, hot chocolate, and Christmas cookies.
"Follow the Star: A Family Advent Event"
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 9 - 11 AM
777 S. Barker Road, Brookfield, Wisconsin
https://www.elmbrook.org/event/22840274-2025-12-13-follow-the-star-a-family-advent-event/
Celebrate the gift that Jesus is through Christmas carols, a special telling of the Christmas story, and festive crafts. This is a whole family event, so kids must attend with a grown-up. Coffee, hot chocolate, and water will be provided and families are asking to bring a pre-packaged snack or treat to share. Feel free to get festive - Christmas pajamas are welcomed and encouraged!
"Christmas at Elmbrook"
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 6 PM
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 1, 3, & 5 PM
777 S. Barker Road, Brookfield, Wisconsin
https://www.elmbrook.org/christmas-at-elmbrook/
"Christmas at Elmbrook" - Espanol
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 6 PM
777 S. Barker Road, Brookfield, Wisconsin
https://www.elmbrook.org/christmas-at-elmbrook/
Epikos Church
"Christmas Eve Services" - West Allis Campus
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 7 PM
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 3 & 4:30 PM
6229 W. Greenfield Ave., West Allist, WI 53214
"Christmas Eve Services" - Mayfair Road Campus
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 1:30 & 3:00 PM
4515 N. Mayfair Rd., Milwaukee, WI 53225
"Christmas Eve Service" - Sherman Park Campus
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 4:30 PM
3737 N. Sherman Blvd., Milwaukee, WI 53126
Fox River Christian Church
"Christmas Worship Night"
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 6:30 PM
831 W. Moreland Blvd. Waukesha, WI 53188
https://foxriverchristian.org/event/
Prepare your heart for Christmas & celebrate Jesus' birth with powerful worship and community.
"Christmas with Fox River" - South Waukesha
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 4 & 6 PM
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 10 AM, 12 PM, 2 PM, 4 PM
S46W24130 Lawnsdale Rd., Waukesha, WI 53189
https://foxriverchristian.org/christmas/
Celebrate the joy of Christmas with Fox River! Reflect on the joy of Jesus' birth, embrace the peace He brings, and experience comfort in a community of faith. After each service, enjoy complimentary cookies & coffee.
"Christmas with Fox River" - North Waukesha
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 6 PM
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 3 PM
831 W Moreland Blvd., Waukesha, WI 53188
https://foxriverchristian.org/christmas/
"Christmas with Fox River" - Muskego
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 6 PM
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 2 PM
S67W19491 Tans Drive, Muskego, WI 53150
https://foxriverchristian.org/christmas/
Harvest New Beginnings
"Christmas Eve Services"
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
1:00, 2:30, 4:00, and 5:30 PM
5315 Douglas Rd, Oswego, IL
https://atharvest.church/event/3nd36rm/christmas-eve-services
Mt. Zion Christian Church
"Live Nativity"
Friday, December 12, 2025, 5-8 PM
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 4-7 PM
2230 WI-120, Lake Geneva, WI 53147
https://subsplash.com/mtzionchristianchur/lb/ev/+29cw7bz
Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of Bethlehem in this Live Nativity! See Joseph and Mary, meet the innkeeper and his wife, hear the host of heavenly angels, and hear the good news from the shepherds who are caring for their animals. This is a free experience and will take place outside. There will be live animals to pet, hot chocolate and light refreshments, a space to receive prayer, and an opportunity to begin a new relationship of your own with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
"Christmas Eve Services"
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 3 and 5 PM
2230 WI-120, Lake Geneva, WI 53147
https://subsplash.com/mtzionchristianchur/lb/ev/+2s7gffs
Celebrate the true reason for this season - Jesus our Lord! Take a moment to slow down, gather together, and focus on. your heart on the Savior who came to bring hope and peace to the world.
The Orchard
"A Starry Night Christmas Concert"
Friday, December 12, 2025, 7 PM
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 2 PM and 7 PM
1330 N. Douglas Avenue, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
http://theorchard.tpsdb.com/OnlineReg/783
"Christmas Eve Eve Service" - North Shore
Tuesday, December 23, 6 PM
2400 Chestnut Ave, Glenview, IL 60026
https://www.theorchard.church/christmas-at-the-orchard
"Christmas Eve Services" - Arlington Heights
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 2:30, 4:00, and 5:30 PM
1330 N Douglas Ave, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
https://www.theorchard.church/christmas-at-the-orchard
"Christmas Eve Services" - Barrington
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 2:00, 3:30, and 5:00 PM
1301 South Grove Ave, Barrington, IL 60010
https://www.theorchard.church/christmas-at-the-orchard
River Ridge Church
"A Flurry of Fun"
Sunday, December 14, 2025, 6-8 PM
26325 Wilmot Rd, Trevor, WI
https://www.riverridge.online/all-events/?event=259169
This is a FREE, family-friendly Christmas event at Trevor Grade School. Stop over with your friends, family, and neighbors for an evening full of laughter, connection, and holiday cheer. Enjoy festive activities for all ages, including hot chocolate, games, cookie decorating, and ornament making.
"Memories of Christmas: Christmas Eve Services"
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 4 and 6 PM
7664 Wilmot Road, Spring Grove, IL 60081
https://www.riverridge.online/all-events/?event=259173
"Memories of Christmas: Christmas Eve Candlelight Service"
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 8PM
26325 Wilmot Rd, Trevor, WI 53179
https://www.riverridge.online/all-events/?event=259173
Village Church of Barrington
"Women's Ministry Coffee and Conversation"
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 8:30 - 9:30 AM
1600 E. Main St., Barrington, IL 60010
https://subsplash.com/villagechurchofbarrington/lb/ev/+fhzkdpt
Ladies, take a break from the holiday rush and enjoy a relaxed morning of coffee, conversation, and community.
"Savior & King Christmas Concert"
Thursday, December, 11, 2025, 7 PM
Friday, December 12, 2025, 7 PM
1600 E. Main St., Barrington, IL 60010
https://subsplash.com/villagechurchofbarrington/lb/ev/+pcrvn9x
Jeremy Kluth will be delivering advent scripture readings in a fresh and powerful way. There will be a choir and a full orchestra to proclaim the wonderful truths of Christmas in song. Tickets are free and available online.
"Christmas Card Writing"
Sunday, December 14, 2025, 9 and 10:45 AM
1600 E. Main St., Barrington, IL 60010
https://subsplash.com/villagechurchofbarrington/lb/ev/+8jqzzsx
Send Christmas cards and scripture translations to our brothers and sisters in Christ imprisoned for their faith. All supplies will be provided, including treats to snack on. These cards are a powerful blessing and assure the persecuted as well as their persecutors that the world is aware & concerned.
"Christmas Services"
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 5 PM Family Service (Led by Children's Director)
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 9 PM Candlelight Service
https://www.vcbweb.org/christmas
Village Church of Gurnee
"Christmas Eve Service"
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 2 and 3:30 PM
Celebrate the joy of Christmas with your family and friends. Experience the warmth of the season through the message from Luke 2:19, a Christmas story just for the kids, and the tradition of singing Silent Night by the glow of candlelight. Services are identical and family-friendly.
Village Church of Northbrook
"Handel's Messiah (in concert and sing-along)"
Sunday, December 14, 2025, 3-4 PM
1300 Shermer Road, Northbrook, IL 60062
https://villagechurchnorthbrook.org/events-calendar/handels-messiah-2025/
Celebrate the beauty and spirit of the season through a captivating performance of Handel's Messiah. The timeless masterpiece will be brought to life by a talented ensemble of choir members, orchestra, and soloists, promising an afternoon of musical splendor and festive celebration. This year's concert will once again feature a sing-along portion, inviting the audience to join in the joy of Handel's magnificent choruses. This event is open to the public, free of charge, and no registration is required.
Warrenville Bible Chapel
"Christmas Concert"
Sunday, December 14, 2025, 6 PM
https://www.warrenvillebiblechapel.org/christmas-2025
"Christmas at WBC"
Sunday, December 21, 2025
https://www.warrenvillebiblechapel.org/christmas-2025
Breaking of Bread from 9:00 - 10:00 AM. Refreshments from 10:00 - 10:30 AM. Christmas Program from 10:30 - 11:45 AM.
Pathway Church
"Hope Filled Holiday: Special Sunday Service"
Sunday, December 14, 2025, 9 AM
https://yourpathwaychurch.org/events/
Immediately following their 9 AM church service, Pathway is hosting a MobilePack Event for Feed my Starving Children. Join hands and bring hope to children in need this holiday season!
"Christmas Eve Service"
Wednesday, December 24, 4 and 11 PM
916 E Hintz Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
https://yourpathwaychurch.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/176357504
CrossWay Community Church
"Women's Christmas Brunch"
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 10 AM - 12:30 PM
13905 75th St, Bristol, WI 53104
https://cw.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3111087
This Women's Outreach Brunch is about pondering Jesus Christ the Savior and how his mother, Mary, encountered him through the years. Jenny Andrus is speaking. Enjoy delicious food, hearing an inspiring message, and sing Christmas carols. Please register and indicate your seating preferences.
"Carols by Candlelight"
Friday, December 19, 2025, 6:30 - 8:00 PM
https://subsplash.com/crosswaycommunitychu/lb/ev/+385h569
The light has shined in the darkness. Celebrate the birth of Christ with Scripture and Christmas songs.
"Christmas Services"
Sunday, December 21, 2025, 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM
Heartland Church - Sun Prairie
"Blue Christmas Service"
Friday, December 19, 2025, 6 PM
A Blue Christmas Service at Heartland is a peaceful, reflective gathering for anyone who finds the holidays harder than expected - whether you're walking through grief, stress, or just feeling worn out. It's a space to pause, breathe, and be honest before God in the middle of a busy season.
Fusion Church
"Carols & Cocoa"
Sunday, December 21, 2025, 6 PM
Celebrate the birth of our Savior with meaningful music and mingling around some cookies and cocoa. This is a casual event and everyone is invited. Wear your favorite Christmas pajamas!
Naperville Presbyterian Church
"Telling the True Story of Christmas"
Sunday, December 14, 2025, 5-7 PM
943 Sanctuary Lane, Naperville, IL 60540
https://www.npchurch.org/events/event/301/telling-the-true-story-of-christmas/2025-12-14
Experience the true story of Christmas with Scripture and music. Dinner will be served immediately after. Cost is $15 per family if you are joining for dinner. Those attending the presentation only and all invited guests are free. This event is for the entire family and at least of parent/guardian must attend with their children.
"Christmas Eve Candlelight Service"
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 4:30 PM
https://www.npchurch.org/events/event/243/christmas-eve-candlelight-service/2025-12-24
Two thousand years ago, a band of shepherds was greeted by an angel who lit up the night sky and brought tidings of good news an great joy that would be for all the people. Celebrate this same good news of great joy of a Savior born for us - Jesus Christ, the light of the world.
Trevor Fox
Ministry Relationship Manager
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