Holiday Showcase (Saturday)
Celebrate the season at the Holiday Showcase on Saturday, Dec. 6 from 12 to 8 p.m. in the Mansion! Come out and shop for gifts and relax with friends over a delicious meal at noon, 2 p.m. or 5 p.m. The Showcase features specially selected artisans and businesses selling their unique products, handcrafted wares and baked goods. Look for talented area musicians providing holiday mood music while you stroll the Showcase!
Be sure to make reservations to take a break from shopping and dine in the Mansion’s Carriage House (noon, 2 p.m. or 5 p.m.) or private seating for up to 8 people on the Sun Porch (5 p.m.).
You can also stop by the Greenhouse Café (limited menu), or take a stroll through Holiday GLOW (5-9 p.m.)! Food trucks will also be available during GLOW, and a bar will also be available.
Showcase Only: $10/person (10 & under free). Registration begins Wednesday, Oct. 1. (Includes entrance to Holiday GLOW, open from 5-9 p.m.).
Saturday Showcase + Meal: $35/person (5 & under free) Saturday only; reservations at noon, 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. Registration begins Wednesday, Oct. 1.
Saturday Showcase + Private Dining: $350 total (Seating for up to 8 people) Saturday only; reservations at 5 p.m. A private dining experience on the Mansion’s Sun Porch! Registration begins Wednesday, Oct. 1.
(Showcase tickets (without meals) will also be available at the door).
Seating will be assigned; for seating requests, contact Kirstin at 217-333-3287 or mindiola@illinois.edu. (Tickets purchased together will automatically be seated together.)
All sales are final.
The Holiday Showcase will also be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7, and includes an optional tea. Find more information here.
Other important info:
— Complete your visit with an overnight stay in the Mansion or one of our guesthouses. View rooms and make a reservation online or by calling 217-333-3287.
— If you have any dietary restrictions or will need disability-related accommodations to participate, please email Christina at clc@illinois.edu.
— By 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.
