The Downtown Centralia Christmas Stroll drew big crowds Friday night.
Centralia Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Marcus Holland was one of those assisting in the event that is not sponsored by any particular group.
“The Downtown Christmas Stroll has been very exciting. There have been a lot of people coming through our Shop Local Pop Up Market here at the Chamber of Commerce. We are very excited to be able to feature these small businesses located in people’s homes. They are home-based businesses. There are over 30 businesses participating this year so it’s really exciting to see people out this year.”
The event included musical entertainment, food trucks, and a hunt for Christmas Angels to win one of the Christmas baskets.
A large crowd gathers downtown for Christmas Stroll. Photo by Pat Hodges.
Santa talks to all the kids. Photo by Pat Hodges.
The Grinch also showed up. Photo by Pat Hodges.
Music outside the Illinois Theatre. Photo by Pat Hodges.
