The holiday season’s all about spending time and making memories with family and friends. Fortunately, we have no shortage of ways to celebrate during Christmastime in Missouri – from visiting attractions like Santa’s Magical Kingdom to shopping at Christkindl Market in Rolla. Gather the whole family for this old-fashioned Christmas in Missouri that features activities and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Welcome the official start of the Christmas season at Olde Fashioned Christmas in Washington, an annual family-friendly event set for Sunday, December 1, 2019.
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Hosted at the Farmers’ Market, the annual festival will run from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. and boasts a full menu of activities.
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Santa and Mrs. Claus, of course, will be on hand to meet the little ones, to listen to Christmas wishes, and to pose for photographs. (Bring your smartphone or camera to take the photos.)
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Stay warm with a cup of hot chocolate or hot cider, and roast marshmallows over an open fire.
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The kiddos can get into the Christmas spirit with face-painting. Their favorite princesses will also be on hand to greet them and to pose for photos.
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Join the kiddos in decorating cookies before setting off on a holiday horse-drawn carriage ride. You can also meet and get your photos with live reindeer.
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The afternoon will also feature Christmas crafts and performances from the Washington Brass Band and local choirs.
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Click here for the official website of the Washington Area Chamber of Commerce. Or, go here for Facebook.
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Have you ever been to this old-fashioned Christmas in Missouri? Share your experience in the comments! Ready to get into the Christmas spirit in a big way? Plan a visit to Big Cedar Lodge, which is all decked out for the holidays and features fun activities for guests and the public.
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