3 days ago · Woodstock Willie, in formalwear, revs up the crowd on Groundhog Day, Feb. 2, 2025, in Woodstock ahead of his animal counterpart's spring prediction. (Gregory Shaver) Woodstock Willie predicted an early spring Sunday morning in Woodstock Square, prompting cheers from thousands who gathered before ...

3 days ago · Did Woodstock Willie see his shadow today? On Groundhog Day 2025, Willie predicted an early spring while Punxsutawney Phil predicted a late winter.

3 days ago · CHICAGO (CBS) — Woodstock Willie has once again predicted an early spring Sunday morning during the 2025 Groundhog Day celebration in northwest suburban Woodstock. A large crowd gathered to see ...

Woodstock Willie says you won’t have to hold onto your hats and gloves for much longer because spring is just around the corner. Meanwhile, Punxsutawney Phil in Pennsylvania predicted the opposite.

The center point of McHenry County, Woodstock is easy to reach by car or train. It has many unique shops, restaurants and arts venues to fill a fun and relaxing weekend.

4 days ago · Western Pennsylvania has its beloved Punxsutawney Phil, but in Illinois, there’s a lesser-known contender for the groundhog throne: Woodstock Willie. Home of the popular “Groundhog Day ...

Feb 2, 2024 · While Punxsutawney Phil may be the more well-known groundhog each year for the prediction, there's another name that many in the Chicago area have come to know and trust - …

Feb 2, 2024 · Woodstock Willie has given his prognostication about 25 times, 14 times he predicted an early spring, 10 times he saw his shadow and one time went unrecorded. The …

Gather in the park in the town square for Woodstock Willie’s Prognostication. Come for all the festivities with our own Groundhog Day polka band. It’s all free but don’t forget your booties ‘cuz it’s cold out there.

Feb 2, 2024 · Woodstock Willie did not see his shadow on Groundhog Day, predicting an early spring in the north suburb where the Bill Murray movie was filmed.