Wednesday, December 4th
Winter Lights Drive Around Evenings – Shelburne Museum, Shelburne, VT – 4:30-8:00pm – This holiday season immerse yourself in the magic of Winter Lights at Shelburne Museum. The whole family will delight in the spectacular and brilliant installations illuminating the Museum campus. Hundreds of thousands of colorful twinkling lights set the campus aglow. New installations for 2024 with singing groups and entertainment on select weekend evenings. Don’t miss this unforgettable experience. Visit shelburnemuseum.org and reserve your tickets now! Special Drive Around Nights allow people to take in the magic of Winter Lights from the comfort of their vehicle. Tickets are $65 per car. Drive-around nights are: December 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18; January on 2, 3, 4, 5.
Tickets:
- Online tickets purchased in advance for walk-through nights are $15 for adults and $10 for children 3-17. Children under 3 are free.
- Anytime VIP Tickets purchased online are $30 and are good on any one walk-through night without a reservation.
- Same-day tickets purchased at the door are $20 per adult and $12 per child. Children under 3 are free.
- Drive-around night tickets are $65 per personal vehicle.
Winter Lights at Maple Street Park – 75 Maple Street, Essex Junction, VT – 5:00-9:00pm – Take a magical stroll through Maple Street Park and enjoy a dazzling light display accompanied by festive music.
Make it a game! Scan the QR code at the park entrance to access a fun scavenger hunt. See if you can spot all the hidden ornaments in the trees.
Dates: November 28 – January 1
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Maple Street Park
All ages welcome! Bring your family, friends, and holiday spirit to enjoy this community tradition.
Thursday, December 5th
Winter Lights at Maple Street Park – 75 Maple Street, Essex Junction, VT – 5:00-9:00pm – Take a magical stroll through Maple Street Park and enjoy a dazzling light display accompanied by festive music.
Make it a game! Scan the QR code at the park entrance to access a fun scavenger hunt. See if you can spot all the hidden ornaments in the trees.
Dates: November 28 – January 1
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Maple Street Park
All ages welcome! Bring your family, friends, and holiday spirit to enjoy this community tradition.
Friday, December 6th
Traditional Christmas in Stowe – Main Street, Stowe, VT – 8:00am-7:00pm –
Enjoy A Traditional Christmas in Stowe! Friday evening Children’s Lantern Parade features the magic of lighting up Main Street and donuts and cider at The Current. Saturday Santa arrives in town at noon with wagon rides, pictures with Santa, a Santa Stroll featuring Snoopy at select businesses downtown, and many other activities throughout the day. Sunday Ice Skate with Santa at the Stowe Arena! 4:30pm – 6:00pm – Children’s Lantern Parade & Tree Lighting. Parade starts from Stowe Elementary School, with tree lighting and caroling along Main Street. The parade finishes at Stowe Free Library to officially light lawn decorations, then children head upstairs to The Current for donuts and cider. Stop by the Stowe Historical Museum and visit their vintage Santa collection. 5:00pm – 8:00pm – Exhibit opening party for “Searching for Vermont’s Lost Ski Areas, Part 2” at the Vermont Ski Museum. 7:00pm – Come see the play “Frozen Jr” at the Stowe Community Church. * Tickets can be purchased online at stowecommunitychurch.org/frozen.
Winter Lights at Maple Street Park – 75 Maple Street, Essex Junction, VT – 5:00-9:00pm – Take a magical stroll through Maple Street Park and enjoy a dazzling light display accompanied by festive music.
Make it a game! Scan the QR code at the park entrance to access a fun scavenger hunt. See if you can spot all the hidden ornaments in the trees.
Dates: November 28 – January 1
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Maple Street Park
All ages welcome! Bring your family, friends, and holiday spirit to enjoy this community tradition.
Spark the Park Kick Off – Veterans Memorial Park, 1000 Dorset Street, South Burlington, VT – 6:00-8:00pm – Join South Burlington Recreation and Parks for their Spark the Park Kickoff event! Spark the Park will take place on December 6th at Veterans Memorial Park from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Walk along the park to see the display of holiday lights while enjoying complimentary hot chocolate and sweet treats! Following December 6th, the park will be lit nightly from 4:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. until January 5th.
Sponsored by North Country Federal Credit Union.
Saturday, December 7th
Traditional Christmas in Stowe – Main Street, Stowe, VT – 8:00am-7:00pm –
Enjoy A Traditional Christmas in Stowe! Friday evening Children’s Lantern Parade features the magic of lighting up Main Street and donuts and cider at The Current. Saturday Santa arrives in town at noon with wagon rides, pictures with Santa, a Santa Stroll featuring Snoopy at select businesses downtown, and many other activities throughout the day. Sunday Ice Skate with Santa at the Stowe Arena!
Shelburne Farmers Market Winter Market – Shelburne Town Hall, Shelburne, VT – 10:00am-2:00pm – The Shelburne Farmers Market Winter Market features local farmers, delicious food, fine artisans and excellent music. Saturday, 10am – 2pm, November 16, 2024 – March 15, 2025.
Vermont Holiday Market – Champlain Valley Expo, Essex Junction, VT – 10:00am-5:00pm – Shop over 175 vendors at the largest holiday craft fair in Vermont! Have your picture taken with Santa and Mrs. Clause and get free gift wrapping courtesy of Josh’s House! 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.
When: Saturday, December 7 from 10am – 5pm and Sunday, December 8 from 10am – 5pm
Where: Champlain Valley Expo
Tickets: $10 for adults at the door and kids under 12 are FREE! Parking is free!
BTV Winter Market – City Hall Park, Burlington, VT – 12:00-6:00pm – Love Burlington and BCA are joining forces for a fifth season to present the BTV Winter Market! This European-style outdoor market makes for a magical six-week experience in City Hall Park. Featuring a rotating group of 20 local artists, makers, and food vendors, fire tables, games, and a DJ on Fridays, 4-6pm, the BTV Winter Market creates a festive atmosphere filled with the spirit of the season in the heart of Downtown Burlington.
Winter Lights at Maple Street Park – 75 Maple Street, Essex Junction, VT – 5:00-9:00pm – Take a magical stroll through Maple Street Park and enjoy a dazzling light display accompanied by festive music.
Make it a game! Scan the QR code at the park entrance to access a fun scavenger hunt. See if you can spot all the hidden ornaments in the trees.
Dates: November 28 – January 1
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Maple Street Park
All ages welcome! Bring your family, friends, and holiday spirit to enjoy this community tradition.
Sunday, December 8th
Traditional Christmas in Stowe – Main Street, Stowe, VT – 8:00am-7:00pm –
Enjoy A Traditional Christmas in Stowe! Friday evening Children’s Lantern Parade features the magic of lighting up Main Street and donuts and cider at The Current. Saturday Santa arrives in town at noon with wagon rides, pictures with Santa, a Santa Stroll featuring Snoopy at select businesses downtown, and many other activities throughout the day. Sunday Ice Skate with Santa at the Stowe Arena!
Winooski Farmers’ Market – 123 Barlow Street, Winooski, VT – 10:00am-2:00pm – The Winooski Farmers Market is proud to present some of Vermont’s loveliest produce, farm fresh products, baked goods, prepared foods, and crafts. We offer over 25 vendors every week and a delightful community atmosphere! In addition to a large rotation of day vendors, we host weekly live music, monthly events, visiting nonprofits, and kids activities! The Winooski Farmers Market 2024 winter season starts Sunday November 11 and continues every Sunday through the end of December from 10am-2pm at the Winooski Senior Center. The Senior Center is located at 123 Barlow St, it’s just a hop, skip, and a jump away from the summer market location! There’s plenty of parking!
Vermont Holiday Market – Champlain Valley Expo, Essex Junction, VT – 10:00am-5:00pm – Shop over 175 vendors at the largest holiday craft fair in Vermont! Have your picture taken with Santa and Mrs. Clause and get free gift wrapping courtesy of Josh’s House! 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.
When: Saturday, December 7 from 10am – 5pm and Sunday, December 8 from 10am – 5pm
Where: Champlain Valley Expo
Tickets: $10 for adults at the door and kids under 12 are FREE! Parking is free!
BTV Winter Market – City Hall Park, Burlington, VT – 12:00-4:00pm – Love Burlington and BCA are joining forces for a fifth season to present the BTV Winter Market! This European-style outdoor market makes for a magical six-week experience in City Hall Park. Featuring a rotating group of 20 local artists, makers, and food vendors, fire tables, games, and a DJ on Fridays, 4-6pm, the BTV Winter Market creates a festive atmosphere filled with the spirit of the season in the heart of Downtown Burlington.
Winter Lights at Maple Street Park – 75 Maple Street, Essex Junction, VT – 5:00-9:00pm – Take a magical stroll through Maple Street Park and enjoy a dazzling light display accompanied by festive music.
Make it a game! Scan the QR code at the park entrance to access a fun scavenger hunt. See if you can spot all the hidden ornaments in the trees.
Dates: November 28 – January 1
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Maple Street Park
All ages welcome! Bring your family, friends, and holiday spirit to enjoy this community tradition.
Monday, December 9th
Winter Lights at Maple Street Park – 75 Maple Street, Essex Junction, VT – 5:00-9:00pm – Take a magical stroll through Maple Street Park and enjoy a dazzling light display accompanied by festive music.
Make it a game! Scan the QR code at the park entrance to access a fun scavenger hunt. See if you can spot all the hidden ornaments in the trees.
Dates: November 28 – January 1
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Maple Street Park
All ages welcome! Bring your family, friends, and holiday spirit to enjoy this community tradition.
Tuesday, December 10th
Winter Lights Drive Around Evenings – Shelburne Museum, Shelburne, VT – 4:30-8:00pm – This holiday season immerse yourself in the magic of Winter Lights at Shelburne Museum. The whole family will delight in the spectacular and brilliant installations illuminating the Museum campus. Hundreds of thousands of colorful twinkling lights set the campus aglow. New installations for 2024 with singing groups and entertainment on select weekend evenings. Don’t miss this unforgettable experience. Visit shelburnemuseum.org and reserve your tickets now! Special Drive Around Nights allow people to take in the magic of Winter Lights from the comfort of their vehicle. Tickets are $65 per car. Drive-around nights are: December 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18; January on 2, 3, 4, 5.
Tickets:
- Online tickets purchased in advance for walk-through nights are $15 for adults and $10 for children 3-17. Children under 3 are free.
- Anytime VIP Tickets purchased online are $30 and are good on any one walk-through night without a reservation.
- Same-day tickets purchased at the door are $20 per adult and $12 per child. Children under 3 are free.
- Drive-around night tickets are $65 per personal vehicle.
Winter Lights at Maple Street Park – 75 Maple Street, Essex Junction, VT – 5:00-9:00pm – Take a magical stroll through Maple Street Park and enjoy a dazzling light display accompanied by festive music.
Make it a game! Scan the QR code at the park entrance to access a fun scavenger hunt. See if you can spot all the hidden ornaments in the trees.
Dates: November 28 – January 1
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Maple Street Park
All ages welcome! Bring your family, friends, and holiday spirit to enjoy this community tradition.
Wednesday, December 11th
Winter Lights Drive Around Evenings – Shelburne Museum, Shelburne, VT – 4:30-8:00pm – This holiday season immerse yourself in the magic of Winter Lights at Shelburne Museum. The whole family will delight in the spectacular and brilliant installations illuminating the Museum campus. Hundreds of thousands of colorful twinkling lights set the campus aglow. New installations for 2024 with singing groups and entertainment on select weekend evenings. Don’t miss this unforgettable experience. Visit shelburnemuseum.org and reserve your tickets now! Special Drive Around Nights allow people to take in the magic of Winter Lights from the comfort of their vehicle. Tickets are $65 per car. Drive-around nights are: December 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18; January on 2, 3, 4, 5.
Tickets:
- Online tickets purchased in advance for walk-through nights are $15 for adults and $10 for children 3-17. Children under 3 are free.
- Anytime VIP Tickets purchased online are $30 and are good on any one walk-through night without a reservation.
- Same-day tickets purchased at the door are $20 per adult and $12 per child. Children under 3 are free.
- Drive-around night tickets are $65 per personal vehicle.
Winter Lights at Maple Street Park – 75 Maple Street, Essex Junction, VT – 5:00-9:00pm – Take a magical stroll through Maple Street Park and enjoy a dazzling light display accompanied by festive music.
Make it a game! Scan the QR code at the park entrance to access a fun scavenger hunt. See if you can spot all the hidden ornaments in the trees.
Dates: November 28 – January 1
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Maple Street Park
All ages welcome! Bring your family, friends, and holiday spirit to enjoy this community tradition.
Christmas Ghost Stories Reading – Shelburne Town Hall, Shelburne, VT – 6:30-7:30pm – There is a long and storied tradition of reading and telling eerie ghostly tales around Yule and Christmas times, when the nights are long and shudder-filled, and our spirits need bolstering. Join members of the Shelburne Players and other local actors as we carry out this tradition in Town Hall reading an assortment of classic ghost stories for the yuletide season.
Thursday, December 12th
Winter Lights Drive Around Evenings – Shelburne Museum, Shelburne, VT – 4:30-8:00pm – This holiday season immerse yourself in the magic of Winter Lights at Shelburne Museum. The whole family will delight in the spectacular and brilliant installations illuminating the Museum campus. Hundreds of thousands of colorful twinkling lights set the campus aglow. New installations for 2024 with singing groups and entertainment on select weekend evenings. Don’t miss this unforgettable experience. Visit shelburnemuseum.org and reserve your tickets now! Special Drive Around Nights allow people to take in the magic of Winter Lights from the comfort of their vehicle. Tickets are $65 per car. Drive-around nights are: December 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18; January on 2, 3, 4, 5.
Tickets:
- Online tickets purchased in advance for walk-through nights are $15 for adults and $10 for children 3-17. Children under 3 are free.
- Anytime VIP Tickets purchased online are $30 and are good on any one walk-through night without a reservation.
- Same-day tickets purchased at the door are $20 per adult and $12 per child. Children under 3 are free.
- Drive-around night tickets are $65 per personal vehicle.
Winter Lights at Maple Street Park – 75 Maple Street, Essex Junction, VT – 5:00-9:00pm – Take a magical stroll through Maple Street Park and enjoy a dazzling light display accompanied by festive music.
Make it a game! Scan the QR code at the park entrance to access a fun scavenger hunt. See if you can spot all the hidden ornaments in the trees.
Dates: November 28 – January 1
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Maple Street Park
All ages welcome! Bring your family, friends, and holiday spirit to enjoy this community tradition.