2022

The Annual Way of Lights Christmas display illuminates the grounds Of the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows. This breathtaking display focuses on the birth of Christ.

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WHAT IS THE EVENT

Way of Lights Walk

Traditional Walk

SN: 123031 - 2022

when is the event

Previous event - 532 DAYS AGO

Starting Mon, Nov 21st, 2022 for 1 day

Start table open: 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm

where is the event

BElleville, Illinois

The address/location to the start table for mapping services such as Google or Siri is as follows:

National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows Visitor Center, 442 South De Mazenod Drive, Belleville, Illinois 62223-1095.

WARNING: The map pin is for reference only and may not accurately indicate the start box location or the event start.

reasons to do the event

Special programs

None provided

CC: St. Clair County

       Info

Special programs that are applicable to all events or all walks are not shown to reduce clutter.

Event comments

Please bring a flashlight.Please bring a mask, because masks may be required in the Visitor Center.Only service dogs are allowed in buildings.The Shrine accepts donations to help them continue bringing this family tradition to our community each year.

conditions for the event

Rating: 2B, Distance: 5, 10, 20km

Restrooms: Yes

Pets: Yes

Strollers: Hard

Wheelchairs: Hard

Event information

Experience the tradition – bring your family and friends on this most unique volksmarch in the metro-east Illinois area as you walk among over one and a half million miniature lights illuminating trees, figures, and displays that depict the true Christmas story. The Shrine campus will have all their activities available to walkers. Activities include the Christmas Tree & wreath Display, Lego Brick Display, Camel, Donkey & Pony Rides, Petting Zoo, Camel rides ($6), Carriage Rides ($65 for 6 people & $100 for 10 people), Kettle corn & refreshments for purchase.

Awards: IVV CREDIT ONLY

how to get to the event

Driving to the start

National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows Visitor Center, 442 South De Mazenod Drive, Belleville, Illinois 62223-1095. FROM I-64, I-55, or I-70: Exit South on I-255 to Route 15 (Exit 17 East). Go approximately 2 miles. Exit into Shrine complex on right. FROM BELLEVILLE: Take Route 15 West to Shrine complex on left and follow signs to the Visitor.

Maps phrase and directions link

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National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows Visitor Center, 442 South De Mazenod Drive, Belleville, Illinois 62223-1095.

event sponsor

Illinois Trekkers Volkssport Club (AVA-0047)

Event website: www.illinois-trekkers.org

point of contact

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