It looks like Santa had a visitor at his cozy little house in Manteno. –Photo by Dan and Diane Gerber.
Is this a European Christmas celebration? No – that was Manteno on December 7, celebrating the holidays. –Photo by Dan and Diane Gerber.

Manteno certainly was buzzing on Saturday, December 7, as the Village of Manteno, Manteno Chamber of Commerce, and the Community Arts Council of Kankakee County, celebrated the Christmas Season with Christmas in Manteno at the Square on Second.

What a sight! Not just one Christmas tree, but dozens help the community celebrate the season. –Photo by Dan and Diane Gerber.

The well attended event had plenty for everyone, including a business walk, food, entertainment, sleigh rides, a spectacular drone show, the Manteno High School Chamber Choir, Dance Alive! plus a visit to Christmas Tree Lane and, of course, Santa and the spectacular tree lighting.

Nothing like a frosty night to enjoy the holiday drone show. –Photo by Dan and Diane Gerber.