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Chicago's 93.9 LITE FM Sets Christmas Flip for Nov. 5


WLIT (93.9 LITE FM) in Chicago
WLIT (93.9 LITE FM) in Chicago

iHeartMedia's WLIT (93.9 LITE FM) in Chicago will begin around-the-clock holiday music November 5 at 3pm, marking its 26th year as Chicago's Christmas station.

Station personalities Melissa Forman, Producer Jim, Robin Rock and Mick Lee, along with Edison the Reindeer, will host a two-hour commercial-free kickoff broadcast live from the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago.

The seasonal programming will feature contemporary holiday recordings alongside classic Christmas hits.

"For more than two decades, listeners have trusted iHeartMedia Chicago's 93.9 LITE FM to provide the soundtrack to their holiday season," said Program Director and Afternoon Host Mick Lee. "Celebrating our 26th year as Chicago's Christmas station is a testament to the connection we've built with our audience, and we're excited to continue spreading the joy, warmth and spirit of the season throughout Chicagoland."

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