Friday, December 1st
Randolph Area Community Development Corporation Holiday Market – Third Branch Pottery Supply, 15 N. Main Street, Randolph, VT – 5:30-7:30pm – Visit the Holiday Market with many local artisans. Blue Note 6 Jazz Band will be playing, Free crafting where you can make your own gift tags and paper ornaments.
Celebration of Trees – University Mall, 155 Dorset Street, South Burlington, VT – 10:00am-7:00pm – Join them at the University Mall in South Burlington, VT in the old GNC storefront (by Santa!) November 24 through December 10, 2023 for our 3rd Annual Celebration of Trees! We can’t wait to see you there!
Winter Lights in the Park – Maple Street Park, 75 Maple Street, Essex Junction, VT – 5:00-8:00pm – Take a walk through Maple Street Park and enjoy the lights accompanied by festive music. Scan a QR code for a scavenger hunt list on your way into the park to see if you can you find all the hidden ornaments in the trees.
Tree Lighting at Shelburne – Town Green, 5420 Shelburne Road, Shelburne, VT – 5:30pm – Join them for caroling on the Town Green! At 6:00 pm the Tree will be lit and after the tree lighting families can walk over to the Shelburne Town Hall for apple cider, hot chocolate and some yummy treats. From there, kids can get in line to visit with Santa at the Pierson Library Community room. A take home craft for kids will be offered by the Pierson Library Staff. You’ll also have the opportunity to check out the cool train display in action!
Saturday, December 2nd
Breakfast with Santa – 85 South Maple Street, Vergennes, VT – 8:00am-12:00pm – Come enjoy breakfast with Santa, arts & crafts, face painting and more! Pancakes, French toast, bacon, sausage, home fries, fresh fruit and assorted beverages. Tickets on sale now or at the door! Seating at 8am, 9am, 10am and 11am for breakfast with Santa.
Festival of Trees – 9 Church Street, St. Albans, VT – The St. Albans Festival of Trees is a week-long event ushering in the Holiday Season with activities, entertainment, dancing, and more all in their historic Downtown.
- Tree Lighting Ceremony
- Winter Games
- Children’s PJ Party and Holiday Stories
- Free Holiday Movie
- Running of the Bells
- Festival of Trees Fundraising Gala
- Santa’s Workshop
- Arts and Crafts Show
- Winter Games and Sleigh Rides
- Concert by the Vermont Choral Union
Vermont Holiday Market – Champlain Valley Exposition, Pearl Street, Essex Junction, VT – The 4th Annual Vermont Holiday Market returns to the Champlain Valley Exposition in Essex Junction, Vermont on December 2nd & 3rd, 2023. The Robert E. Miller Expo Centre South will host over 175 crafters and artisans each day. Browse and shop artisans and craft vendors from across Vermont and New England. These include woodcrafts, clothing, jewelry, spices, pottery, food stuffs & sweets, leather goods, maple products, artwork, teas, meads, wines and distilled spirits, games, pet goods and so much more.
BTV Winter Market – 135 Church Street, Burlington, VT – 12:00-6:00pm – BCA and Love Burlington are joining forces again to present the BTV Winter Market! Building on the 20+ years of BCA’s Holiday Artist Market and the Love Burlington Winter Market, this European-style outdoor market will make for a magical month-long experience featuring a rotating group of 20 local artists, makers, and food vendors in a festive atmosphere that will capture the spirit of the season in City Hall Park. With both seasoned makers with emerging local vendors, The BTV Winter Market will support a wide spectrum of local artists while creating a vibrant, joyful space for our community to gather and celebrate the most wonderful time of year.
Fairfax Tree Lighting – Fairfax Community Center, Fairfax, VT – 4:00pm – Join them once again for their Annual Tree Lighting at the Fairfax Community Center. Theywill have hot chocolate and cookies, crafts for kids, hay rides and the SD Ireland Holiday Mixer will be there too! From 4 until 5:15 PM you will be able to visit with Santa himself! Then at 5:15 we will light the tree.
The River of Light Parade – Main Street, Waterbury, VT – 5:00-9:00pm – The lanterns will be on display and stationary and the audience will drive or walk through the displays. Students in area schools will make lanterns with teachers during the month of November. Waterbury, Duxbury, Moretown, Fayston, Waitsfield, Warren and Middlesex will all be represented. The Route: Brookside Primary School to Stowe Street to Dac Rowe Park Lanterns: Bring your lanterns with you to the parade site. Brookside students will bring their lanterns home the week after Thanksgiving. There will be poles to carry the lanterns on site at the horseshoe drive. Parking: Please note that there will be NO PARKING on Armory Avenue behind the school or in the front parking lot of the school. It is highly recommended that you park downtown closer to Dac Rowe. There is parking at the municipal building as well as the post office and Anderson Field.
Winter Lights in the Park – Maple Street Park, 75 Maple Street, Essex Junction, VT – 5:00-8:00pm – Take a walk through Maple Street Park and enjoy the lights accompanied by festive music. Scan a QR code for a scavenger hunt list on your way into the park to see if you can you find all the hidden ornaments in the trees.
Holiday Tree Lighting in Milton – Bombardier Road, Milton, VT – 6:30-7:30pm – Join them for the Annual Holiday Tree Lighting with a Food & Toy Drive, Cookies, Cocoa, and Candy Canes, Meet and Greet with Santa and Mrs. Claus, Letters to Santa, Lighting of the Tree, and More!
Sunday, December 3rd
Vermont Holiday Market – Champlain Valley Exposition, Pearl Street, Essex Junction, VT – The 4th Annual Vermont Holiday Market returns to the Champlain Valley Exposition in Essex Junction, Vermont on December 2nd & 3rd, 2023. The Robert E. Miller Expo Centre South will host over 175 crafters and artisans each day. Browse and shop artisans and craft vendors from across Vermont and New England. These include woodcrafts, clothing, jewelry, spices, pottery, food stuffs & sweets, leather goods, maple products, artwork, teas, meads, wines and distilled spirits, games, pet goods and so much more.
Winter Lights in the Park – Maple Street Park, 75 Maple Street, Essex Junction, VT – 5:00-8:00pm – Take a walk through Maple Street Park and enjoy the lights accompanied by festive music. Scan a QR code for a scavenger hunt list on your way into the park to see if you can you find all the hidden ornaments in the trees.
Williston Community Tree Lighting – 195 Central School Drive, Williston, VT – 4:30-5:30pm – Join the fun as they light the tree, sing Christmas carols and enjoy cookies & hot cocoa. Lighted vehicles from SD Ireland and Troys Toy Drive plan to bring some extra light and cheer. Please bring a donation of new hats, mittens, gloves or socks for the Williston Food Shelf. Sponsored by Williston Federated Church and the Williston Richmond Rotary Club.
Monday, December 4th
State House Tree Lighting – 115 State Street, Montpelier, VT – 4:00-5:30pm – All are welcome to join Governor Phil Scott this coming Monday when he lights the 2022 State Christmas Tree on December 5th at 4:30 pm in front of the Vermont State House in Montpelier.
The majestic 40-foot balsam was donated by Richard Cowart and Anne Winchester of the Northlight Tree Farm in Calais. Northlight is one of Vermont’s oldest Christmas tree farms, dating back to the 1920’s. Joining the Governor on the front steps of the State House will be the U-32 High School chorus, performing seasonal music, and other seasonal displays will be found on and around the State House lawn.
Following the half-hour ceremony, refreshments will be served in the State House lobby around the indoor Victorian Christmas tree, adorned with lights and handmade ornaments. Cookies and hot cider will be served free of charge, as the Governor and many children enjoy the return of holiday décor to the building for the first time since before the pandemic.
Wednesday, December 6th
Winter Lights in the Park – Maple Street Park, 75 Maple Street, Essex Junction, VT – 5:00-8:00pm – Take a walk through Maple Street Park and enjoy the lights accompanied by festive music. Scan a QR code for a scavenger hunt list on your way into the park to see if you can you find all the hidden ornaments in the trees.
Winter Lights at Shelburne Museum – Shelburne Museum, Shelburne, VT – Shelburne Museum will light its campus aglow this winter for a spectacular holiday event, Winter Lights. A holiday extravaganza, Winter Lights delights visitors of all ages with imaginatively and wondrously decorated iconic structures and gardens throughout the campus. The 220-foot steamboat Ticonderoga and its companion 1871 Lighthouse as well as the magical Beach Woods and beautiful Bostwick Garden are a few of the 18 special installations that are festooned with thousands of lights that make for a breathtaking walking tour of the Museum campus. Visit www.shelburnemuseum.org/visit/winter-lights/ for schedule.
Thursday, December 7th
Winter Lights in the Park – Maple Street Park, 75 Maple Street, Essex Junction, VT – 5:00-8:00pm – Take a walk through Maple Street Park and enjoy the lights accompanied by festive music. Scan a QR code for a scavenger hunt list on your way into the park to see if you can you find all the hidden ornaments in the trees.
Winter Lights at Shelburne Museum – Shelburne Museum, Shelburne, VT – Shelburne Museum will light its campus aglow this winter for a spectacular holiday event, Winter Lights. A holiday extravaganza, Winter Lights delights visitors of all ages with imaginatively and wondrously decorated iconic structures and gardens throughout the campus. The 220-foot steamboat Ticonderoga and its companion 1871 Lighthouse as well as the magical Beach Woods and beautiful Bostwick Garden are a few of the 18 special installations that are festooned with thousands of lights that make for a breathtaking walking tour of the Museum campus. Visit www.shelburnemuseum.org/visit/winter-lights/ for schedule.
Friday, December 8th
Winter Lights in the Park – Maple Street Park, 75 Maple Street, Essex Junction, VT – 5:00-8:00pm – Take a walk through Maple Street Park and enjoy the lights accompanied by festive music. Scan a QR code for a scavenger hunt list on your way into the park to see if you can you find all the hidden ornaments in the trees.
Winter Lights at Shelburne Museum – Shelburne Museum, Shelburne, VT – Shelburne Museum will light its campus aglow this winter for a spectacular holiday event, Winter Lights. A holiday extravaganza, Winter Lights delights visitors of all ages with imaginatively and wondrously decorated iconic structures and gardens throughout the campus. The 220-foot steamboat Ticonderoga and its companion 1871 Lighthouse as well as the magical Beach Woods and beautiful Bostwick Garden are a few of the 18 special installations that are festooned with thousands of lights that make for a breathtaking walking tour of the Museum campus. Visit www.shelburnemuseum.org/visit/winter-lights/ for schedule.
Snowflake Stroll in Downtown Bristol – 1 Main Street, Bristol, VT – 5:00-8:00pm – Bristol is hosting an exciting event where you can indulge in the delightful experience of strolling through your favorite shops, all while searching for secret snowflakes. It’s like a whimsical treasure hunt, where the snowflakes hold the key to winning Bristol Bucks, which can be used to explore more of what this charming town has to offer!
So, what does this treasure hunt entail? Well, all you need to do is find 5 hidden snowflakes scattered across the town’s shops. As you wander from one store to another, keep your eyes peeled for these glittering symbols of winter. Each snowflake you discover will bring you closer to winning Bristol Bucks, allowing you to embark on even more shopping adventures or savor the local cuisine at one of Bristol’s enticing eateries.
But the excitement doesn’t end there! While you’re on your quest for snowflakes, make sure to take a detour to the park and bask in the enchanting glow of the SD Ireland lighted truck. This dazzling display of lights is sure to add an extra sprinkle of holiday magic to your evening. And if that’s not enough to entice you, there’s also a candy cane hunt awaiting you at the park. Imagine the thrill of searching for candy canes hidden among the twinkling lights and festive decorations!
So mark your calendars for December 8th, and get ready to immerse yourself in the festive spirit of Bristol. This event promises an evening filled with joy, anticipation, and the possibility of winning Bristol Bucks. Don’t miss out on this enchanting opportunity to enjoy the town’s shops, admire the SD Ireland lighted truck, and participate in the exhilarating candy cane hunt. It’s an occasion that will surely make your December evening a memorable one!
Saturday, December 9th
BTV Winter Market – 135 Church Street, Burlington, VT – 12:00-6:00pm – BCA and Love Burlington are joining forces again to present the BTV Winter Market! Building on the 20+ years of BCA’s Holiday Artist Market and the Love Burlington Winter Market, this European-style outdoor market will make for a magical month-long experience featuring a rotating group of 20 local artists, makers, and food vendors in a festive atmosphere that will capture the spirit of the season in City Hall Park. With both seasoned makers with emerging local vendors, The BTV Winter Market will support a wide spectrum of local artists while creating a vibrant, joyful space for our community to gather and celebrate the most wonderful time of year.
Winter Lights in the Park – Maple Street Park, 75 Maple Street, Essex Junction, VT – 5:00-8:00pm – Take a walk through Maple Street Park and enjoy the lights accompanied by festive music. Scan a QR code for a scavenger hunt list on your way into the park to see if you can you find all the hidden ornaments in the trees.
Winter Lights at Shelburne Museum – Shelburne Museum, Shelburne, VT – Shelburne Museum will light its campus aglow this winter for a spectacular holiday event, Winter Lights. A holiday extravaganza, Winter Lights delights visitors of all ages with imaginatively and wondrously decorated iconic structures and gardens throughout the campus. The 220-foot steamboat Ticonderoga and its companion 1871 Lighthouse as well as the magical Beach Woods and beautiful Bostwick Garden are a few of the 18 special installations that are festooned with thousands of lights that make for a breathtaking walking tour of the Museum campus. Visit www.shelburnemuseum.org/visit/winter-lights/ for schedule.
Sunday, December 10th
Winter Lights in the Park – Maple Street Park, 75 Maple Street, Essex Junction, VT – 5:00-8:00pm – Take a walk through Maple Street Park and enjoy the lights accompanied by festive music. Scan a QR code for a scavenger hunt list on your way into the park to see if you can you find all the hidden ornaments in the trees.
Winter Lights at Shelburne Museum – Shelburne Museum, Shelburne, VT – Shelburne Museum will light its campus aglow this winter for a spectacular holiday event, Winter Lights. A holiday extravaganza, Winter Lights delights visitors of all ages with imaginatively and wondrously decorated iconic structures and gardens throughout the campus. The 220-foot steamboat Ticonderoga and its companion 1871 Lighthouse as well as the magical Beach Woods and beautiful Bostwick Garden are a few of the 18 special installations that are festooned with thousands of lights that make for a breathtaking walking tour of the Museum campus. Visit www.shelburnemuseum.org/visit/winter-lights/ for schedule.