Looking for a fun holiday lights event near Naperville and Aurora, IL with your MINI. Join the MINI Holiday Lights Tour at Bill Jacobs MINI to decorate your MINI, enjoy coffee and hot cocoa, then caravan together to the Aurora Festival of Lights for a drive through holiday light show.
Meet at: Bill Jacobs MINI at 4:30 PM
Caravan Departure: 5:00 PM
Destination: Aurora Festival of Lights
What is the MINI Holiday Lights Tour at Bill Jacobs MINI
The MINI Holiday Lights Tour is a seasonal community drive hosted by Bill Jacobs MINI in Naperville, Illinois. MINI owners meet at the dealership to decorate their vehicles, enjoy warm drinks, and then head out as a MINI caravan to the Aurora Festival of Lights. It is a relaxed, family friendly event that brings MINI drivers together for a holiday themed night out.
Evening schedule for the MINI Holiday Lights Tour:
- 4:30 PM · Arrive at Bill Jacobs MINI, check in with the team, and begin decorating your MINI.
- 4:30 PM to 4:55 PM · Enjoy complimentary coffee and hot cocoa, holiday music, photos, and lineup in caravan order.
- 5:00 PM · Depart together as a MINI caravan from Naperville to the Aurora Festival of Lights.
- Upon arrival · Drive through the Aurora Festival of Lights as a group.
- After the show · The caravan disperses at the end of the holiday lights route, and guests are free to continue their evening.
What can you expect at the dealership before the caravan
Before the group leaves for the Aurora Festival of Lights, the focus is on creativity and connection at Bill Jacobs MINI. You will have time to decorate your MINI, talk with other drivers, and capture photos of your holiday ready vehicle.
Inside the showroom, the Bill Jacobs MINI team will have complimentary coffee and hot cocoa available. Guests can also bring their own snacks or drinks for the drive, as long as all containers and items are safe for the road.
Who can join the MINI Holiday Lights Tour
The MINI Holiday Lights Tour is designed for:
- Current MINI owners who want a holiday drive experience with other MINI drivers.
- Families and friends riding along with a MINI owner.
What should you bring to the MINI Holiday Lights Tour
You do not need much to enjoy the event, although a few items can make the evening even more fun.
- Your MINI, some decorations will be provided.
- Holiday decorations for your MINI, including bows, wreaths, magnets, and battery powered lights that are safe for exterior use.
- Snacks or warm drinks for the drive through the light show.
- Warm clothing, gloves, and hats for decorating outside and taking photos.
- Your phone or camera so you can capture your decorated MINI and the caravan at the Aurora Festival of Lights.
Where does the MINI Holiday Lights Tour start and end
Starting location:
Bill Jacobs MINI
2491 Aurora Ave
Naperville, IL 60540
Destination:
Aurora Festival of Lights
(Drive through holiday lights experience in Aurora, IL)
The caravan experience hosted by Bill Jacobs MINI is free.
How do you RSVP for the MINI Holiday Lights Tour
To help the Bill Jacobs MINI team plan staging, drinks, and timing, please complete the RSVP form below. You will receive a follow up email or call with confirmation and any event updates as the date approaches.
FAQ about the MINI Holiday Lights Tour
Is the MINI Holiday Lights Tour free
The caravan experience hosted by Bill Jacobs MINI is free. The Aurora Festival of Lights does not charge an entry fee.
Do I need to own a MINI to attend
The event is designed around MINI vehicles, and the caravan is staged for MINIs. If you are a future MINI shopper and want to attend, submit an RSVP and the team will let you know if there is space available.
Can I bring snacks or drinks for the drive
Yes, many guests bring cocoa, coffee, and snacks for the drive through the light show. Please use secure containers and follow safe driving practices at all times.
What happens if the weather is bad
Safety comes first. If road conditions or the schedule at the Aurora Festival of Lights change, Bill Jacobs MINI may adjust timing or move the MINI Holiday Lights Tour to a different date. Registered guests will be contacted with any updates.
Can families and kids join the MINI Holiday Lights Tour
Yes, families and kids are welcome, and the drive through lights experience is very kid friendly. Make sure all passengers are safely buckled and that child seats are installed correctly according to state guidelines.
Join Bill Jacobs MINI for a holiday lights drive near Naperville and Aurora
If you are searching for a MINI holiday lights event near Naperville, Aurora, or the western suburbs of Chicago, the MINI Holiday Lights Tour at Bill Jacobs MINI is a great way to celebrate the season. With decorated MINIs, warm drinks, and a group drive to the Aurora Festival of Lights, it is a simple way to build a new holiday tradition with your MINI.
Event details are subject to change. For the most current information about the MINI Holiday Lights Tour, please review your RSVP confirmation email from Bill Jacobs MINI.
