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A Main Street Christmas
A Main Street Christmas
Kick Off the Holiday Season in Schomberg
To start the Christmas season in Schomberg, mark your calendars for Sunday, December 1, at 5:00 PM for the Christmas tree lighting ceremony. This event will set the festive tone leading up to the Main Street Christmas celebration on December 7.
Keep Your Calendars open and then add in Schomberg Main Street Christmas on Saturday, December 7, 2024.
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As the summer winds down and our thoughts turn toward the vibrant fall season and the upcoming holidays, we’re thrilled to announce the Annual Schomberg Main Street Christmas event, scheduled for Saturday, December 7, 2024. This festive celebration is a beloved tradition in our community, and we’re excited to share the day’s schedule with you!
Event Schedule:
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3:00 PM - 3:45 PM: Entertainment
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3:00 PM - 7:30 PM: Craft Show
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4:00 PM: Parade
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4:45 PM - 7:15 PM: Entertainment on the Streets
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7:30 PM: Tractor Parade of Lights
We are also excited to confirm that the Four Seasons Belgian horse-drawn wagon rides will be returning for a second year, offering a delightful experience for the whole family.
This year’s entertainment lineup promises to bring joy and cheer to attendees of all ages. We’re excited to welcome back Tingle and Jingle, Dan the Music Man, and the high-energy vaudevillian Ben Burford. Stay tuned as we confirm more fantastic entertainers who will be joining the fun!
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Christmas Marketplace
Now Accepting Applications
Calling All Vendors: Apply Now for the Schomberg Christmas Marketplace
Are you a local artisan, craftsperson, or small business owner looking for the perfect opportunity to showcase your products during the holiday season? We are excited to announce that applications are now open for the Christmas Marketplace, part of the much-anticipated Main Street Christmas event in Schomberg on the evening of Saturday, December 7th, 2024.
This festive market is a cherished tradition, attracting visitors from near and far to experience the magic of the holiday season in our charming village. The Christmas Marketplace offers vendors a unique opportunity to connect with the community, share your creative work, and celebrate the spirit of the season with a broad and enthusiastic audience.
Why Participate?
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High Visibility: Main Street Christmas is one of Schomberg’s most popular events, drawing large crowds eager to explore the diverse offerings of our local vendors.
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Festive Atmosphere: The evening will be filled with holiday cheer, featuring entertainment, parades, and the warmth of a close-knit community coming together to celebrate.
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Support Local: This is a fantastic way to support and be supported by the community, fostering connections that can last well beyond the holiday season.
Whether you specialize in handmade crafts, festive decorations, gourmet foods, or unique gifts, the Christmas Marketplace is the perfect setting to share your products with holiday shoppers looking for one-of-a-kind items.
How to Apply
If you’re interested in becoming a vendor at this year’s Christmas Marketplace, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Spaces are limited and highly sought after. For more information and to submit your application, please email info@schomberg.ca.
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be a part of one of Schomberg’s most beloved holiday traditions. We look forward to celebrating the season with you at the Schomberg Christmas Marketplace!
In 2021, The A Main Street Christmas , held a Drive-through Celebration - featuring the Farmers' Parade of Lights is over!
Thank you so much to everyone who participated; either as a volunteer, an attendee, or as one of many of the unseen support staff in the Township, the police, health and, fire departments.
If you'd like to re-experience a portion of the Parade of Lights, click here!
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Non-Profit Appreciation Week
The Schomberg Village Association was recognised as a "Community Champion" by the Ontario Government.
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King Township Volunteer Award
The Schomberg Village Association was recognized with a King Township Volunteer Appreciation Award for 2022. It's a recognition for the extra work that took place over the last two years as we created a Covid-friendly A Main Street Christmas celebration.
We appreciate the recognition, and have been happy that since 2023, we've been able to return to
our traditional Main Street Celebration.