Yuletide cheer fills the winter air during Geneva's annual Christmas Walk, a special tradition held the first Friday in December, sponsored by the Geneva Chamber of Commerce with the support of the City of Geneva.

Friday evening begins with Graham’s Chocolates First Candy Cane of the season being presented with great fanfare, followed by the arrival of Santa Lucia, the Swedish symbol of the season, who will offer Swedish cookies to merry-makers.

The Great Tree on the Courthouse lawn is lit and then young and young at heart will wait with anticipation as Santa Claus arrives on a horse-drawn carriage. Santa and Mrs. Claus open their gingerbread home for visits from excited children.

Among the twinkling lights and fresh greenery-lined streets, chestnuts are roasting over open fires, carolers are filling the night air with seasonal favorites, a traditional candy cane pull is close by and a live nativity scene is taking place. Dazzling window displays brimming with gift ideas invite shoppers to stroll through shops as merchants serve traditional holiday refreshments.

A Geneva Christmas is one not to be missed.