Effingham County Chamber

Request Your Santa Letters
2025-10-18 - 2025-12-05 | Online

Chamber Office Closed
2025-11-28 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | IL
Our office will be closed Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28 for the Thanksgiving holiday. We’ll return on Monday, December 1.

Wonderland in Lights
2025-11-28 17:00 - 22:00 | Effingham Community Park, East Temple Ave., Effingham, IL, 62401, United States
The Wonderland in Lights will be open to vehicles — excluding the evening of the walk (11/26) — seven days a week. The official season runs from Thanksgiving through New Year’s Day, from 5 to 9 p.m., Sunday through Thursday, and from 5 to 10 p.m. on Fridays & Saturdays. For more information, call the Effingham Tourism Office at 217.342.5310.
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EARS Tinsel & Tails @ Cardinal Golf Course
2025-11-28 17:30 - 20:30 | Cardinal Golf Course, 15737 N Beach Rd., Effingham, IL, 62401
EARS is excited to unveil for another year “Tinsel & Tails,” a festive holiday experience hosted in partnership with Cardinal Golf Course. Running from November 28 through December 27, this holiday family event will be open every Friday and Saturday night from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM.
EARS Tinsel & Tails will light up the Cardinal Golf Course with spectacular holiday decorations and a charming winter wonderland atmosphere. The event is set to offer an array of activities that celebrate the season and support a noble cause, including:
Holiday Light Tour: Enjoy a scenic golf cart ride through the beautifully decorated path on the course, featuring dazzling light displays and festive decorations.
Family Fun: Engage in family-friendly activities like a hot chocolate bar, roast s’mores, and take memorable photos with festive backdrops.
Cost:
$5 per person, ages 3 & under are free
Tickets must be purchased in advance – Click here
Event Questions:
An EARS team member at ears2urescue@gmail.com, via message on Facebook, or on their website.
