Special Events in Mount Prospect

The Special Events Commission is established pursuant to Chapter 5, Article XII of the Village Code.  

What We Do

The Special Events Commission plans a number of community events throughout the year, including the Shining Stars Gala, Family Bike Ride, Christkindlmarket, and more!

Our Events

4th of July Parade

4th of July Parade

Family Bike Ride

Family Bike Ride

Spooktacular Halloween Decorating Contest

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Spooktacular Halloween Decorating Contest

Kindness Week

Rock that says be kind on it

Kindness Week

Christkindlmarket

Handmade holiday decorations at christkindlmarket

Christkindlmarket

Holiday Decorating Contest

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Holiday Decorating Contest

Shining Stars Gala

Shining Star Awards & Gala - Click for details

Shining Stars Gala

Meetings and Membership

Meeting Schedule: Meets the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m.  in the  Executive Conference Room at Village Hall,  50 S. Emerson Street.

Purpose: To create and sponsor activities, celebrations, and observances for the enjoyment and education of the residents of the Village and visitors to our Village.

Membership:  Fifteen members, a majority of whom shall be Village residents. The mayor shall be an ex officio member of the Commission.  

Member Appointment Date Term Expires
Alan Cervenka 04/2022 04/2031
Vicki Chung 04/2023 11/2028
Katie Cousino 02/2022 04/2031
Patti Quill 02/2022 11/2028
Chris Gordon 02/2022 07/2031
Christina Greco 05/2006 07/2031
Brian Lambel - Chair 07/2016 07/2028
Jeannie Macatangay 03/2023 09/2028
Jenna Olsen 12/2025 12/2029
Daniel Okafor 01/2025 04/2028
Hazel Oreluk 06/2023 06/2027
Denise Peterson 04/2022 04/2031
Fred Steinmiller 08/2021 09/2028
Bill Grimpe 08/2023 08/2027
Laura Young 06/2026 06/2031
View past Special Event Commission meeting agendas and minutes in the Village's online archive.