Frosty on First

3-Block Winter Festival on First Street in La Salle.

Participating Businesses

Coming down to Frosty on First and want to get the lowdown on all of our local storefronts? There’s never been a better time as many businesses will be participating in the Frosty on First Shopping Passport! Shop participating businesses for a chance to win a gift basket filled with local goods. Punch cards can be picked up or dropped off at participating businesses. Purchases up to $25 earn 1 punch as well as every additional $25 spent. Four punches equals one entry into the drawing. Winners will be notified via phone call on Monday, Nov. 10.

Chaos and Curiosities

Looking for something unique, eccentric, or odd? Chaos and Curiosities, a one-of-a-kind oddities gallery and artisan market located in downtown La Salle, has you covered!

Whatnots & More

Whatnots in La Salle is your one-stop shop for all things art, antiques, candy, and more! You’ll be sure to find what you’re looking for in this cozy small-town shop.

Country Cottage

Country Cottage was founded over 25 years ago by crafters and small business owners to serve the local community. A variety of vendors make custom clothing and jewelry, hand-painted bags, sports memorabilia, gifts for children, and more!

Modern Creek Boutique

Nestled in the heart of downtown La Salle, Modern Creek Boutique is your go-to destination for trendy, stylish, and size-inclusive fashion. Modern Creek Boutique carefully curates a collection of women’s clothing and accessories, offering sizes Small to 3XL.

Petals by Peyton

Petals by Peyton, a plant shop downtown La Salle, offers a wide selection of services, including weddings, bridal showers, funerals, and formal dances. They carry exotic plants, tropical plants, cacti, succulents, and potted plants.

Kea Roze Boutique

Kea Roze Boutique, a women’s clothing store in downtown La Salle, offers a wide variety of chic, on-trend items!

Baby Blooms HD

Expectant mothers can enjoy a range of services at Baby Blooms in La Salle. They are proud to offer 3D/4D elective ultrasounds. You can also find a boutique filled with gender reveal products and keepsake heartbeat animals.

Sasso Jewelry & Gifts

Sasso Jewelry & Gifts has been serving the community in La Salle for over 30 years. From fine jewelry to beautiful home accessories, they have everything you need!

Amia Boutique

Amia Boutique in La Salle, Illinois, is a trendy and stylish clothing store with a carefully curated selection of women’s apparel and accessories. Their collection features the latest fashion trends, and we offer a wide variety of styles to fit every personal expression, from edgy to casual.

Uniforms Etc.

Uniforms Etc. offers quality uniforms for men and women in the La Salle, Illinois, area. They pride themselves in providing uniforms, shoes, and accessories that fit customers and their budgets.

That Guy's Secret

That Guy’s Secret is a premier men’s boutique bringing customized fashion to downtown La Salle. Owner Jeremy Reed opened the store to bring quality men’s clothing to the Illinois Valley and add to the wide variety of shops in the area.

Kelley Cawley

Kelley Cawley offers the most sought-after styles from emerging and established designers as well as their own exclusive collection. A unique mix of apparel, dresses, denim, footwear, and accessories from over 200+ brands will fulfill all of your outfitting needs from head to toe.

Scout Outdoor Apparel

Scout Outdoor Apparel offers sustainable and ethical outdoor clothing for an active lifestyle. They carry a wide variety of men’s, women’s, and children’s clothing. Their signature brands include The North Face, Patagonia, Prana, Outdoor Research, Sorel, and Hydroflask.

Canal Cargo Market

Canal Cargo Market is a 6,500-square-foot shop featuring furniture, architectural elements, and decor – vintage, antique, shabby chic, rustic, industrial, and handmade – all carefully curated to help you create unique spaces. They also provide the tools and products to transform your spaces into something uniquely you.

Ariva Skin Care & Day Spa

Offering a variety of world-class, natural skin care and beauty products as well as services ranging from facials to massages and waxing to tanning, Ariva is the place to go when you need pampering.

Schedule of Events

Friday, November 7 – 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm*
  • 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm: Face Painting Station near First and Gooding intersection
  • 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm: S’mores stations by La Salle Fire Department
  • 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm: Holiday movies and cartoons in Pocket Park
  • 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm: Harmonix on Main Stage
  • Synthetic Ice Skating Rink, Snowzilla Slide, Snowmazing, Snowman Bouncy House, Event Bar also including Bourbon & Cream Liqueur tastings, inflatable games, food trucks available all evening
Saturday, November 8 – 10:00 am to 10:30 pm*
  • 10:00 am – Noon: Ax Church’s Ultimate Snowball Fight and Carnival Games north of Gooding and First Street intersection (First Session)
  • 10:00 am – 9:00 pm: S’mores stations by La Salle Fire Department
  • 11:00 am – 2:00 pm: Meet Police Chief Stubler and register your kid for “Breakfast with the Chief” Raffle near the First and Gooding streets intersection
  • 11:00 am – 3:00 pm: Kids ornament making , Letters to Santa workshop and Arts and Crafts with LP Art and Interact Clubs
    • Ornaments will be placed on La Salle’s Community Christmas Tree
  • Noon – 7:00 pm – Face Painting Station
  • 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm: Harmony Guaranteed (Barbershop Quartet) performing throughout the downtown
  • 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm: Ax Church’s Ultimate Snowball Fight and Carnival Games north of Gooding and First Street intersection (Second Session)
  • 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm: Live Reindeer Photo Opportunity
  • 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm: Ax Church’s Ultimate Snowball Fight and Carnival Games north of Gooding and First Street intersection (Third Session)
  • 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm: Rachael Miller – Violinist on Main Stage
  • 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm: Holiday movies and cartoons in Pocket Park
  • 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm: Run, Run, Rudolph 5K Fun Run/Walk through the Celebration of Lights at Rotary Park
    • Must take shuttle to Rotary Park. Shuttles available at City Hall, 745 2nd Street, from 4:45 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
  • 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm: Windy City Dueling Pianos on Main Stage
  • 9:00 pm: Santa makes his debut to Frosty on First!
  • 9:15 pm: Lighting of Community Christmas Tree in Pocket Park with Mayor Jeff Grove and Santa Claus
  • 9:30 pm: Fireworks Display on First Street, Windy City Dueling Pianos resumes following fireworks and continues until 10:30 p.m.
  • Synthetic Ice Skating Rink, Snowzilla Slide, Snowmazing, Snowman Bouncy House, Event Bar also including Bourbon & Cream Liqueur tastings, inflatable games, food trucks available all evening
Downtown businesses and restaurants open at various hours throughout the event. Shopping passports available at participating businesses, enter for a chance to win holiday gift baskets. Additional chance to win Pappy Van Winkle 10-year bourbon, ask for details at Event Bar.
*Schedule subject to change

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