Arlington Heights Winter Window Painting 2024

Winter images of snowmen, polar bears, people at winter play and more will brighten storefront windows in Arlington Heights on Saturday, December 7th from 9:00am to 1:00pm. Rain date, Sunday, December 8th, 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 26 Heights businesses. Paintings will remain on display through January.

Online Registration: Saturday, November 9 - Saturday, November 23 (2 weeks)

Entries are accepted on a first come-first served basis. Space is guaranteed to the first 62 entries. Registration site closes when all slots are filled. No confirmation will be sent. 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 $25 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 who attend any school in Arlington or reside 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, and the Arlington Commission for Arts and Culture.

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.

Important Heights Announcement!

Thursday evening, December 5 and 19, from 3 to 7pm, Roasted Granola Café hosts their Annual Holiday Market, 1346 Mass Ave. You can shop for unique gifts created by top local artists and artisans, such as paintings, prints, clothing, accessories, jewelry, pottery and much more.