Save these dates, because plans are underway for three Morrison, IL, awaited 2023 community events.
The Annual Halloween Parade and Costume Contest is set for Saturday, October 28, presented by Morrison Chamber of Commerce. Pre-registration for the Costume Contest is encouraged and free! Parade line up begins at 12:30 p.m. at Community State Bank, 220 E. Main Street, Morrison, and starting at 1 p.m. the parade will proceed down Main Street to 1st Gateway Credit Union. Participants wishing to have their costumes judged, need to be lined up by 12:30 p.m. Due to the generosity of local businesses and organizations, a trunk-or-treat event will follow the award presentation. Please note these events have moved back downtown. Awards sponsored by Farmers’ National Bank will be handed out to Best Group (2 or more people); and Most Original Costume, Cutest Costume, and Scariest/Funniest Costume in 0-3, 4-7, and 8-12 years age groups. In the event of rain, it will move to the Morrison Junior High School.
Small Business Saturday is Saturday, November 25. It’s time to start your holiday shopping! The Chamber will be holding an outside market, while also promoting the local small businesses throughout Morrison. Games, and fun interactive events will be going on from 8:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Keep on the lookout on the Morrison Chamber Facebook page for holiday gift guides and business specials for that day.
Snuggle up and revisit your favorite festive holiday book, as this year’s Morrison Christmas Walk and Parade, comes to town, on Saturday, December 2. The theme is “Storybook Christmas.” Events include favorites, starting with a downtown walk at 4:00 p.m.; the tree lighting with carol singing at 5:00; the lighted Christmas parade at 6:00. Parade prizes are provided by Community State Bank. The Chamber is also taking Grand Marshall Nominations until Wednesday, November 1; see the website to nominate someone.
To keep up with Chamber events and registration, follow Morrison Chamber of Commerce on Facebook. To contact the Chamber, email morrisonchamber@morrisonil.org or call 815-772-3757.