Title
Special Event Permit for Orland Square Mall - Santa Arrival Party & Tree Lighting (400 people)
History
At the December 6, 2021, Board meeting, the Village Board approved an ordinance amending the Special Events Permit authorizing the Village Manager to approve events under 100 persons and requires Village Board approval for larger events. Special events held on Village grounds are processed through Recreation and Parks, while events not held on Village grounds are processed through Development Services.
Orland Square Mall has submitted a Special Event permit for their Santa Arrival Party & Tree Lighting on Friday, November 7, 2025. Santa arrives by fire truck at 5:00 p.m. to light the tree with carolers outside by Cheesecake Factory. Taking place indoors will be a children's dance performance in the center court at 5:15 p.m. There will be two reindeer in a pen on the grass. The public will only be allowed to take photos of the reindeer. There will be a beverage truck providing hot chocolate only, no food. An estimated 400 people are expected to attend.
Financial Impact
The organizer will be subject to all applicable permits, staffing, and rental fees.
Recommended Action/Motion
I move to approve permitting Orland Square Mall to host an indoor/outdoor Santa Arrival Party & Tree Lighting on November 7, 2025, contingent upon meeting all of the Village's permitting requirements, payment of fees, and inspections.