5 Things to do this weekend

DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) - The weekend is upon us, and there are plenty of things to do and see across Central Illinois.

Here is a selection of events, markets, concerts and more happening Friday, Dec. 12, to Sunday, Dec. 14. 

DAUMC Cookie Walk

Springfield's biggest cookie walk returns this weekend, featuring homemade cookies, candies and other holiday treats for sale. There will be a holiday room that is new this year, highlighted by gently used Christmas items and decorations. 

When: Saturday, Dec. 13, 8 a.m. to noon

Where: Douglas Avenue United Methodist Church, Springfield

SCHEELS Holiday LEGO Build 

Get your creativity on during the free Scheels Holiday LEGO Build event. Attendees can even take home a free Scheels exclusive LEGO holiday train. Registration is not required. 

When: Saturday, Dec. 13, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 

Where: Scheels, Springfield 

Mistletoe Market 

The Mistletoe Market lets local and regional artists, artisans and designers showcase their best locally made goods. A full list of vendors is available online.

When: Saturday, Dec. 13; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Where: Lincoln Square Mall, Urbana

Christmas movie at the Roxy Theatre

The Roxy Theatre in Downtown Shelbyville will showcase free Christmas movies during the holiday season. This week will have a screening of "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever."

When: Saturday, Dec. 13, 10 a.m.

Where: Roxy Theatre, Downtown Shelbyville

Decatur Area Holiday Baking Challenge

Preheat your ovens for the Decatur Area Holiday Baking Challenge, the perfect event for those interested in showing off their baking skills and winning prizes. The event will also take items like hats, scarves, gloves, mittens and more for its winter wear donation drive. 

When: Sunday, Dec. 14, 1-4 p.m.

Where: The Perfect Pair Vendor Market, Warrensburg


For other events in Central Illinois, check out the WAND Community Calendar.

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