Yorkville is expanding its Holiday Under the Stars to a three-day series of events, most of them focused on Bicentennial Riverfront Park and the downtown area.

Here is the latest information from Tim Evans, superintendent of recreation and special events:

Yorkville Holiday Under the Stars
Friday Nov. 18 5-9pm
Downtown Yorkville Rt. 47 & Hydraulic St.
This annual celebration kicks off the holiday season with a tree lighting ceremony, skating, food, the Kris Kringle market, refreshments and giveaways by Yorkville's participating businesses, and of course a special visit from Santa Claus.
 
Taste of Yorkville
Saturday Nov. 19 
Participating Restaurants 2 - 10pm
Holiday Under the Stars Weekend's newest addition provides free transportation between participating restaurants to get out and enjoy a variety of local cuisine. Taste of Yorkville Specials at each location.

Restaurants Include (as of Nov. 6): Specials in Bold
Rosati’s Pizza - Martini Party ($5 per), DJ 7pm till Midnight
Stonefire Restaurant and Pub - Appetizer & Drink Specials
Ultimate Sports Bar
Legends Sports Bar & Grill - $5 Martinis & Long Island, $0.35 Wings
Kendall Pub - Baby KP Burgers & Fried Chicken Tots
Chopstix Pan Asian Cuisine - Flaming Appetizers for Two
Field House Sports Bar & Grill
Casa Santiago, Mexican Restaurant
Cobblestone Bakery & Bistro - Live Music, Wine & Cheese Tasting
Lakeview Grille (4-10pm)
River City Roasters
Blackstone Bar & Grill
For an updated list of participating restaurants please go to: www.yorkville.il.us
 
Chili Chase 5K Run/Walk
Sunday, Nov. 20 Registration: 7 a.m. / Race Begins:8:30 a.m.
Heartland Center 600 E. Veterans Parkway, Yorkville

Gear up for the Thanksgiving season with the Yorkville Parks and Recreation Department's 5K Run/Walk. Warm up after the race with a hot bowl of chili. Preregistration fee: $25 w/shirt; $20 w/out shirt Day of Registration fee: $35 w/shirt; $30 w/out shirt.
 
For more information on Holiday Under the Stars Weekend please call 630-553-4357 or e-mail tevans@yorkville.il.us