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SUMMARY:(SOLD OUT) Carriage Rides presented by Busey Bank
DESCRIPTION:Take a ride in our winter wonderland at Carriage Rides presented by Busey Bank on Saturday\, Dec. 5 and Sunday\, Dec. 6 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. each day. \nMerrybeth Farm Carriage Service’s picturesque horse-drawn carriage will depart every 15 minutes from the Mansion Courtyard to take you on a ride through the tree- and garden-lined roadways of Allerton that are a sight to behold during the holiday season! \nPrior registration is required. The final ride leaves at 3:45 p.m. each day. \nThe carriage rides are happening during our festive Holiday Opening Weekend (separate registration required)\, which will include local vendors in the Mansion\, live music\, food and more! \n$15/ride (includes up to four adults and two children). Registration will open Thursday\, Oct. 1 at 10 a.m. Register here. All sales are final. \n\nIf you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Kirstin at mindiola@illinois.edu. \nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nFind information on all of our holiday events here. \n\nAbout Busey Bank\nBusey Bank is more than a financial institution—we’re a trusted partner in the communities we serve. For over 150 years\, we’ve built lasting relationships by delivering personalized banking solutions while investing in local initiatives that strengthen families\, businesses\, and neighborhoods.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/carriage-rides-showcase/2026-12-05/
LOCATION:Mansion Courtyard
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SUMMARY:Holiday Showcase presented by Sterling Wealth Management (Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:Make the most of the season with an afternoon at Allerton during our Holiday Showcase presented by Sterling Wealth Management on Saturday\, Dec. 6 from 12-8 p.m. in the Mansion! \nShop for unique gifts from selected artisans and businesses as you stroll through the decorated Mansion and sip on a beverage from the Solarium Bar. Make reservations in advance to dine in the Mansion’s Carriage House at 12:30 p.m. or 5 p.m. The Greenhouse Café (a short walk/drive from the Mansion) will be open with a limited menu and featuring additional vendors. \nTake a ride in our winter wonderland with Carriage Rides presented by Busey Bank (rides every 15 minutes between 11 a.m.-3:45 p.m.; additional cost and registration required). \nStarting at 5 p.m.\, venture outside before or after shopping and stroll through the illuminated gardens and woodlands of Holiday GLOW presented by the U of I Community Credit Union\, or grab a bit to eat from a food truck. \nComplete your visit with an overnight stay in the Mansion or one of our guesthouses. View rooms and make a reservation online or call 217-333-3287. \n\n$10/person (12 & under free). Register here. Showcase only tickets will also be available upon arrival. \n$45/person with meal* (12:30 p.m. or 5 p.m.; 5 & under free). Register here. All sales are final. \nThe Showcase is also taking place Friday\, Dec. 5 (5-9 p.m.) and Sunday\, Dec. 7 (11 a.m.-4 p.m.). Find information on all of our holiday events here. \n\n*Seating will be assigned. If you have seating requests or dietary restrictions\, contact Kirstin at mindiola@illinois.edu by Friday\, Nov. 20. (Tickets purchased together will automatically be seated together.) \nIf you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Kirstin at mindiola@illinois.edu. \nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \n\nSterling Wealth Management was founded in 2004 by Sharon and Martin Allen with a mission to be a beacon of light in the financial services industry and help their clients change the world. They created a company that is truly committed to making our community a place that we all want to be a part of. Sterling’s fee-only unbiased and comprehensive wealth management advice for successful families and individuals extends from investment consulting to various wealth enhancement and planning strategies.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/showcase-saturday/
LOCATION:Mansion\, 515 Old Timber Road\, Monticello\, IL\, 61856\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holidays,Special Events
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SUMMARY:Holiday Opening Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season at our Holiday Opening Weekend\, with a variety of festive fun happening Friday\, Dec. 4 through Sunday\, Dec. 6! \nShop from local vendors at the Holiday Showcase presented by Sterling Wealth Management\, stroll through the illuminated gardens and woodlands of Holiday GLOW presented by the U of I Community Credit Union\, enjoy special musical entertainment\, linger over food and drink\, bundle up on a picturesque Carriage Ride presented by Busey Bank\, stay overnight in the historic Mansion\, and more! \n\nThis is an overview of the entire weekend – click on the date links below for more details and tickets. \nFRIDAY\, DEC. 4\, 5-9 p.m.\n— 5-9 p.m.: Holiday Showcase (Mansion)\, Holiday GLOW (outdoors)\,  Greenhouse Café open (limited menu)\, Food Trucks (Gatehouse Lawn)\, Bar (Mansion + Gatehouse Lawn)\n— Lodging available in the Mansion and guesthouses. View rooms and make a reservation online or call 217-333-3287. \n$10/person. Tickets go on sale Oct. 1. \n\nSATURDAY\, DEC. 5\, 12-9 p.m.\n—11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Carriage Rides (tickets go on sale October 1)\n— 12-8 p.m.: Holiday Showcase (Mansion)\, Bar (Mansion Solarium)\n— 12:30 p.m. or 5 p.m.: Luncheon (Mansion Carriage House; tickets go on sale October 1.)\n— 5-9 p.m.: Holiday GLOW (outdoors)\, Food Trucks + Bar (Gatehouse Lawn)\n—  Lodging available in the Mansion and guesthouses. View rooms and make a reservation online or call 217-333-3287. \nStarting at $10/person. Tickets go on sale Oct. 1. \n\nSUNDAY\, DEC. 6\, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.*\n— 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Holiday Showcase (Mansion)\, Carriage Rides (tickets go on sale October 1)\, Bar (Mansion Solarium)\n— Noon or 3 p.m.: Afternoon Tea (Mansion Carriage House; tickets go on sale October 1.) \nStarting at $10/person. Tickets go on sale Oct. 1. \n*Sunday’s Holiday GLOW is not included in Opening Weekend but will begin Sunday evening at 5 p.m. with a cost of $10/vehicle. \n\nIf you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Kirstin at mindiola@illinois.edu. \nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nFind information on all of our holiday events here.
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