Arlington Heights 6th annual Winter Window Painting Event

About this event

Sixth Annual Winter-themed Window Painting in Arlington Heights!

Saturday, December 5, 9:00am -1:00pm

Winter images of snowmen, polar bears, people at winter play and more will brighten storefront windows in Arlington Heights on Saturday, December 5th from 9:00am to 1:00pm. Rain date, Sunday, December 6th, 9:00am-1:00pm. Paint a window by yourself or grab your friend or parent and paint a window together in 60+ designated storefront windows in 27 Heights businesses. Paintings will remain on display through mid-January and will be a feature highlight in the sixth annual Heights Holiday Stroll on Saturday, December 12, 2-5pm (rain or shine).

Register Online Now!

Registration Deadline: Saturday, November 21, 2026

Register for this event only online on the Arlington Chamber of Commerce’s website (member upcoming events)

https://business.arlcc.org/events/details/arlington-heights-winter-window-painting-2026-5171

Entries are accepted on a first come-first served basis. Space is guaranteed to the first 60 entries. Registration site closes when all slots are filled . A week after the registration closing date , painters will be emailed their window assignment, a rules and information flyer, and a list of window painting supplies and tips.

A $30 registration fee covers paint supplies (an assortment of selected acrylic paints and paint brushes which will be supplied to painters the day of the event).

Eligibility: All residents and any individuals who attend a school in Arlington are eligible for this event. Painters under age 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

This event is organized by the Arlington Heights Community Association (ACHA) in partnership with the Arlington Chamber of Commerce.

The Arlington Heights Community Association (AHCA) is a group of Heights business owners, residents, and non-profits who meet monthly to address local issues and concerns, support beautification projects, and organize public events in the Heights such as three seasonal window paintings, the Holiday Stroll, and the Spring Fling Festival. Meetings take place on the third Thursday morning of every month. If you are interested in attending a meeting, volunteering at an event, or making a donation to support our activities, please contact Janet O’Riordan, joriordan@comcast.net .