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Holiday Kick-off Weekend Grand Illumination Celebration

Peddler’s Village lights up with a million colorful lights on Friday, November 14 at our Grand Illumination Celebration! Join us from 4:30-9 p.m. and enjoy appearances by Santa, live performances, and outdoor food & drinks. The lights switch on at 6:15 p.m. sharp. The holiday light display will be up until January 19! Our annual Gingerbread Competition & Display also begins on Friday, November 14 at our Visitor & Event Center!
On Saturday and Sunday, visitors can enjoy a variety of live entertainment throughout the Village, including carolers, strolling performers, and other holiday surprises. Santa is available for photos at Giggleberry Fair. As always, admission and parking are free.
IMPORTANT NOTE about the Grand Illumination Celebration on Friday evening:
Visitors who wish to experience the Grand Illumination Ceremony should plan to arrive no later than 5:30 p.m.
This is a very popular event and parking can reach full capacity, so please plan to arrive as early as possible. We would advise against bringing dogs to this event as the pathways become congested.