Greater Saint Charles, Missouri Holiday Happenings 2016

Welcome to a place where Christmas past and present become one, where storybook characters come to life before your very eyes, and where the typical hustle & bustle of the holiday season melts away and allows you to enjoy the

yuletide sights, sounds, & magic of yesteryear.

Santa Parade - 1:30pm Opening Day, Saturdays & Sundays

Starts at Boone’s Lick & Main Street / Ends Jaycee Stage- Frontier Park Cheer and celebrate as all of Christmas Legends and Carolers come together in a special

procession. You won’t want to miss the parade’s grand finale, as the international Santas, each carrying the flag of their native land, herald the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus and their horse-drawn carriage. Follow procession as it makes its way to the Jaycee Stage in

Frontier Park, where there will be a short family-friendly program.

Enter for your child to win a ride with Santa at www.historicstcharles.com

Christmas Traditions

Festival Hours Opening Day, Nov. 25

11am-9pm

Saturdays 11am-9pm

Sundays 12-5pm

Wednesdays & Fridays 6pm-9pm

Christmas Eve 11am-2pm

Opening Ceremony Friday, November 25 at 11am Gazebo in the 400 Block of S. Main Santa arrives by horse-drawn carriage,

escorted by Lewis & Clark Fife & Drum Corps and the Christmas Legends.

Tree Lighting Ceremony Friday, Nov. 25 at 5pm

Berthold Square Join Mayor Sally Faith along with the

Cobblestone Wassailiers for the annual lighting of the Christmas Tree.

Enjoy a cup of piping hot wassail, provided by AT&T MO.

SANTAS from around THE WORLD and the MAGICAL LEGENDS OF CHRISTMAS

At Saint Charles Christmas Traditions, you have the opportunity to interact with some of the famous figures

in holiday history, folklore, & literature. From the majestic pageantry of our Santas from around the world, to the good

humor of the Sugarplum Fairy, to the mischievous antics of the Master of Revels — all our Legends look forward to meeting you!

And with over 50 different characters wandering the street, there will be plenty of adventures awaiting you on your visit. Each one is eager to share their stories with you in the form of a trading card

featuring their image and a small bit of Christmas history. Collecting these cards is a cherished Tradition. Enjoy the sounds

of the season as Saint Charles’ official Victorian carolers, the Cobblestone Wassailiers, serenade you with the familiar

melodies of your favorite traditional Christmas carols. And for a different type of musical treat, be sure to find the Sleigh Bell Singers and the Evergreens — quartets that specializes in the popular holiday

standards of the 1940s & 1950s.

Shopping & Dining by Sparkling Lights Wednesdays, Fridays, & Saturdays ‘til 9pm

Fresh greenery, wreaths, hand-tied red bows, & thousands of white lights line Main Street.

November 25 through

December 24

Historic Main Street

Welcome to Saint Charles

Christmas Traditions

“Santa’s Cottage” KATY DEPOT in Frontier Park

PHOTOS with Santa

Come visit Santa & his Elves and smile big for a photo or tell him your

wish for Christmas.

Friday, Nov. 25: 12-5pm & 6-9pm Saturdays 11am-6pm Sundays Noon-5pm Dec. 24 11am-1:15pm

(Santa joins parade from 1:15pm-2:30pm on Saturdays & Sundays)

What is Christmas without a Train Display?

Santa’s Train Land Featuring an interactive 0-27 train display provided by the

Frenchtown Heritage Museum

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MAIN STREET KRAMPUSNACHTS Wednesdays * 6:30-8:30pm * North Main Traditionally, Krampusnacht happens on the eve of Saint Nicholas Day, but we’ll be enjoying a weekly

visit from some of Santa’s naughtier friends. Come meet Legends such as the Krampus, the

Mouse King, and Belsnickel and collect their limited edition cards. (available Wednesday 6:30-8:30pm only)

Candlelight Reading of ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas

Wednesdays * 6:30pm-8:30pm Missouri First State Capitol, 200 S. Main Enjoy a special reading of ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas by author Clement Clarke Moore with

musical accompaniment in the historic Peck Brothers Residence of this State Historic Site.

Readings will happen every 15 minutes.

Meet Santa’s Reindeer December 17 & 18 * 3-5pm

Historic Missouri First State Capitol You know Dasher and Dancer and Prancer and Vixen—now get the chance to meet some of their antlered breth-ren up close. The Reindeer Flight Instructor has brought

some special friends direct from the North Pole as a special surprise for visitors. You’ll no doubt enjoy

meeting and taking photos of these beautiful animals.

Yuletide Dinner with the Legends of Christmas

December 1 & 15 * 7pm $30 Person / 10 yrs. & under $18

OLD STONE CHAPEL, 1106 S. Main

No one celebrates the holidays better than our Legends of Christmas and Santas. Join us for a jolly

time complete with music, buffet-style meal, and one-on-one interactions.

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA Saturdays, November 26 at 9am

Sundays, November 27 and December 18 at 9:30am Garden Café ala Fleur, 524 South Main

Tickets $18 person / $9 (6 years & under) Come enjoy buffet-style breakfast and a special up-close-

and-personal visit with Victorian Santa.

Tickets available by calling: 636-255-6155 Reservations Required

Sunday Evening Caroling at the Gazebo Sundays 4:30pm (Kister Park—400 block of S. Main)

Join the Cobblestone Wassailiers and all or your favorite Christmas friends on the steps of the gazebo

to enjoy a sing-a-long of traditional Christmas Carols.

Evening Candlelight Processionals Wednesdays, Fridays, & Saturdays * 8:30pm

The day comes to a close with a special candlelight procession starting in the 900 block of South Main to the gazebo in Kister Park where the Cobblestone Wassailiers

will lead a sing-a-long of traditional Christmas carols.

THE COBBLESTONE WASSAILIERS IN CONCERT

Opening Day, Saturdays & Sundays 2:30pm Kister Park Gazebo—400 block of South Main Come enjoy the dulcet tones of Saint Charles’ own

Cobblestone Wassailiers as they all join together to sing both the standard and beloved carols, and some that you’ll

be delighted to hear the first time.

Saint Charles Christmas Traditions Visit the Chestnut Roasters - Between 700-800 blks. of S. Main

Allow the warm and toasty smell of fresh roasted chestnuts lead you to one of our chestnut vendors who will entertain you with their antics & witty banter while demonstrating the art of

roasting this holiday snack. Purchase for nominal fee this treat or old fashioned hand warmer.

Christmas Traditions PHOTO STOPS Step into one of our oversized trading cards and bring

out your inner “character”. Grab a camera, strike a pose, and enjoy a one-of-a-kind souvenir to remember

your visit to Saint Charles.

Carriage Services Carriage rides available during festival hours,

weather permitting. Carriages independently owned and operated. Negotiate rate BEFORE boarding.

St. Louis Carriage Company official Carriage Provider. They charge $5 person on a first

come first serve basis.

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Closing Ceremony & Santa Send-Off: December 24 * 1:30pm Parade Route: 1000 S. Main to Jaycee Stage in Frontier Park

You won’t want to miss the opportunity to say so long to your favorite Christmas friends as they gather in Frontier Park for a cheerful Closing Ceremony. You can cheer on Santa and Mrs. Claus as they board a

horse-drawn carriage to head back to the North Pole in preparation for the big night.

(Santa’s Official Carriage is sponsored by Saint Louis Carriage Company)

Holiday Kissing Ball at Kister Park Gazebo

(400 Blk. S. Main) This bundle of mistletoe, holly, ribbon, and evergreen is recognized as one of

the earliest holiday decorations adopted in America. Mistletoe is

known to represent peace, love, and long-lasting happiness. So grab your sweetheart and

visit the Kissing Ball!

Gingerbread Village November 25—December 18 Fridays 6-9pm * Saturdays 11am-9pm * & Sundays 12-5pm

Main Street Church, 116 North Main Come visit the sugar-coated sights, sounds, and smells of Gingerbread Village.

See the wonderfully decorated gingerbread house from the decorating contest.

Gingerbread Contest: Display your creativity — Entry form must be completed by November 16, visit website for further information:

www.churchonmain.com/gingerbread

MARSHMALLOW ROAST with the Legends of Christmas Fridays * 7-8:30pm * Bike Stop Café (New Location)

If a chill nips at your nose on a Friday night, take a walk to Bike Stop Café, 701 Riverside Drive, to enjoy complimentary

marshmallow roasting with some of your favorite Christmas Legends. Keep an eye out—you never

know who will stop by!

Saint Charles Christmas Traditions

New in 2016

Land of Sweets Dance Party

Opening Day, Saturdays & Sundays

3pm * Kister Park Gazebo (400 Blk. South Main)

Twirl, tap, or taffy twist your way to the gazebo to boogie along with Clara, the Nutcracker Prince, Sugar Plum Fairy, and

Drosselmeyer. Showcase your best dancing skills or

learn some sweet new moves. You’ll leave with

visions of sugar plums dancing in your heads and

carols ringing in your hearts.

New in 2016

Christmas Carol Opening Day, Saturdays & Sundays

4:00pm * Berthold Square Enjoy an interactive presentation of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol presented by none other than Charles

Dickens himself! Watch as Ebeneezer Scrooge relives that fateful Christmas

Eve night with the help of a few surprise Legends of Christmas!

New in 2016

Meet Jack Frost & his Icy Friends Fridays & Saturdays

7pm at Berthold Square (corner South Main/First Capitol Dr.) Have you been given

the cold shoulder from your favorite icy

friends? Wishing to chill out with some of the coolest Legends of Christmas? Don’t get cold feet and come meet Jack Frost, Susie Snowflake, and

Snegurochka for the best ice block party on Main Street.

The hoopla is “snow” joke.

Letters for Santa (or your favorite

Christmas Legend) OPO Start Ups

(119 S. Main) Head over to the steps of the Old Post Office & the big red mail-box to post your letter in style.

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FIRST MISSOURI STATE CAPITOL 636-940-3322 / 200 SOUTH MAIN STREET

WWW.MOSTATEPARKS.COM

CANDLELIGHT CHRISTMAS CONCERT: December 10 * 7-9pm This warm holiday show will leave you with the holiday spirit. Seating limited, Preregistration Required—$10 person (tickets can be purchased starting 11/25)

READINGS of “TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS” December 11 Noon, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm Join Mrs. Claus as she recites this traditional story alongside a warm glowing fire. Warm cider & cookies available. Pre-registration required. Event is Free– Seating limited.

Las Posadas Re-Enactment of Joseph & Mary’s Journey to Bethlehem

Saturday, December 3 * 6:30pm Starts Boone’s Lick / South Main

and proceeds to Frontier Park Join us for the re-enactment of the Spanish Tradition of “Las Posadas”. Participants carry candles while

following Mary and Joseph as they seek shelter prior to arriving in Bethlehem. Our journey ends at a live nativity

scene on the riverfront. A celebration follows with Christmas carols around the Yule Log bonfire.

www.stcharleslasposadas.com

HOLIDAY EVENTS in the Historic District

Presented by the GREATER

ST. CHARLES COUNTY

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

3,000 Santa’s running through the streets!

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3 8:30am START

5K—$35 through October 31 $40 During November / $45 Day of Race All participants will receive a themed shirt,

medal, hat, beard, & gloves. www.santasnorthpoledash.com

Film Series: THE POLAR EXPRESS: Wednesday, November 30 * Free Crafts & Artist Hour 6pm, Movie 7pm Bring your family and friends—the Foundry will provide a themed art activity before the film. Concessions to purchase. December 28—Movie: Meet Me in St. Louis NUTCRACKER TEA: Sunday, December 4

Dress in your finest apparel for an elegant tea party followed by a wonderful ballet performance from 2-4pm.

$20 Adult / $12 (12 & under) - Tickets purchased by Nov. 28

ONE PULSE: Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree: Friday, December 9 * 7pm One Pulse entertainment returns to the Foundry stage with a holiday concert unlike any you’ve experience. The show will pull you out of your seat and have you rockin’ around the tree! Tickets $20 /FAC $15 FAMILY HOLIDAY EVENING: Wednesday, December 14 * 5:30-7:30pm Art projects inspired by the holiday season will be available for children 12 years and under.

Hot chocolate & treats available. WINTER HOLIDAY CAMP: Sunday, Dec. 11 11am-2pm Children will create holiday inspired art projects to keep or give away as gifts. Paint, draw, or sculpt—using it all in this mixed media experience. Tickets $40 / $35 FAC

FOUNDRY ART CENTRE 636-255-0270

WWW.FOUNDRYARTCENTRE.ORG

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Breakfast with Santa Saturday, December 10 * 9:00am $10 Person (ages 3 & up) Blanchette Park—Memorial Hall Enjoy a delicious hot breakfast then meet Santa Claus and take part in some festive Christmas crafts. Don’t forget your cameras! Pre-Reservations Required.

Santa’s Helpers Saturday, December 10 * 10am-3pm $20 (ages 5-14) Must Register - Blanchette Park—Memorial Hall Christmas crafts, games, pizza, and more. Program designed to give parents the opportunity to shop, wrap, and bake before the holidays.

Christmas Lunch & Bingo: Tuesday, December 13 * 12-3pm $20 person Blanchette Park—Memorial Hall

Winter Break Camp: December 27-30 * 7:30am-5:30pm Blanchette Park—Memorial Hall Activities & Crafts

LINDENWOOD’S J. SCHEIDEGGER CENTER FOR THE ARTS

LU production of... A Christmas Carol: December 1-3 7:30pm $10-$18 Admission

Saint Charles Municipal Band and Big Band Christmas Concert

Tuesday, December 13 * Free Concert Band will perform at 7pm—traditional and contemporary holiday music. Big Jazz Band will

play at 8pm with popular jazz holiday music. There may even be a surprise visit from Santa.

www.stcharlesband.com

Kenny G: Saturday, December 17 * 8pm Performing many of his career hits & songs of

the holiday season. Tickets $60-$90

For Ticket Information & other upcoming shows throughout 2016-2017 Season, visit their website:

WWW.LUBOXOFFICE.COM BOX OFFICE: 636-949-4433 / 2300 WEST CLAY

Saint Charles County Symphony Holiday Concerts

Saturday, December 17 * 2pm * $10 St. Peters Cultural Arts Center

Sunday, December 18 * 6pm * $10 First Baptist Church of St. Charles

http://scsymphony.us Evening of Christmas music, both traditional favorites and new

arrangements of those familiar tunes.

LOCAL HOLIDAY EVENTS

This Holiday Season visit NEW TOWN

Breakfast with Santa Saturday, December 3 * 8:30am-11am

Christmas Bazaar Saturday, December 3

11am-2pm Local Unique Shopping

Residents’ Christmas House Tour Sunday, December 4 * 1-5pm

Tickets $10 (cash) Tour begins at Town Hall Tickets sold at Marsala’s Market beginning Nov. 14

and Day of Tour at Town Hall For more info: www.ntga.net

St. Charles City Parks Department Visit website for Activities, Programs, & Trips www.stcharlesparks.com / 636-949-3372

Sounds of the Season

at Heritage Museum Presented by the

St. Charles County Parks (Hwy 94 & Heritage Crossing)

Sunday, December 11 1:30pm

Enjoy a musical performance, sip a cup of hot apple cider, and see our holiday train display.

www.sccmo.org 636-949-7535

Treasure Chest

Holiday Craft Expo November 18-20

Saint Charles Convention Center Fri. 1-6pm * Sat. 9am-5pm * Sun. 10-4pm www.stcharlesconventioncenter.com

The Family Arena For King & Country 2016

Christmas Tour: December 11

Cirque Musica Holiday Spectacular: Dec. 15

92.3 WIL’s JingleFest ‘16: Dec. 16

Y98 Mistletoe Show: Dec. 17

Ambush Games Nov. 19 & 26 and Dec. 9, 18, 31

Jeff Dunham: Dec. 30

www.familyarena.com

HISTORIC MISSOURI WINE COUNTRY Christmas

Candlelight Tours Historic Daniel Boone Home

at Lindenwood Park December 2-3 & 9-10 1868 Highway F, Defiance

6pm-10:30pm $10 (Pre-Registered) / $15 at Door (under 4 free)

Thousands of candles illuminate a world on the edge of the frontier. Step back into the early 1800s to experience Christmas

as it was celebrated in the past.

Ticket Info: 636-798-2005 / www.sccmo.org

Historic Augusta’s 33rd Annual

Candlelight Christmas Walk December 2 & 9 5–10pm

Over 1,500 glowing luminaries welcome you as you experience an old-fashioned ‘Norman Rockwell-feeling’

Christmas in this quaint town. Enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride, freshly-roasted chestnuts, participate in a

scavenger hunt, see artisans and crafters, hop on board a free trolley, visit wineries, and enjoy delicious food.

636-228-4005 or visit www.augusta-chamber.org

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Travel into the southwest corner of Saint Charles County along scenic Highway 94 and you’ll arrive at a place where picturesque surroundings & award-winning wine all come together to create a treasured destination…

Historic Missouri Wine Country

DISCOVER | Saint Charles

Small Town Charm &

Big City Amenities Saint Charles offers a variety of

dining options to satisfy any palette.

Along Historic Main Street you’ll find

more than 75 unique shops.

In the Frenchtown Historic District

a mix of eclectic shops & antiques.

Attractions for families during any

season. There’s so much to see &

do, you’ll need more than a day…

so Stay the Night! There’s a huge

selection of hotels, inns, & bed

and breakfasts.

www.historicstcharles.com

Visit the Streets of St. Charles

A town square environment with all the latest amenities in shopping, living, casual and elegant dining and entertainment.

www.thestreetsofstcharles.com

Fete de Glace - the Festival of Ice Saturday, January 28 * North Main Street

Ice Carving Competition

7th Annual DEFIANCE CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL ~ December 3

Festival Kicks Off with the Dashing Through Defiance 5K Fun Run/Walk at 9am 9-11am: Defiance Roadhouse Breakfast Buffet * 11am-4pm: Wine Country Christmas Market

Noon ‘til 1pm: Christmas Parade with floats, cars, dogs, horses, and more. Open House from 10:30am-5:30pm at Sugar Creek * Frisella Nursery Open House 10am-4pm * Refresh-

ments & Special Savings at Robin’s Nest * Open House at Trail Smokehouse from 10am-2pm with some tasty food & drink * Yellow Farmhouse Winery Tastings from Noon ’til 5pm & Fashion Truck 6-8pm * Chili &

Soup Dinner from 12-2pm at St. Paul’s UCC, plus Santa Photos. www.defiancemo.org

PLAN YOUR VISIT TO THE GREATER SAINT

CHARLES AREA

GREATER SAINT CHARLES AREA O’Fallon’s Celebration of Lights in Fort Zumwalt Park

November 25 – December 30 (closed Dec. 25) Sunday, Tuesday-Thursday (except Dec. 13) * 6-9pm / Friday & Saturday * 6-10pm Admission: $10 Cars, $15 Commercial Vans & Limos, $1 person in tour buses

See Fort Zumwalt Park magically transformed by twinkling lights, holiday scenes, and surprises around every corner. You can cruise through the park in your vehicle, or book

a train ride, carriage ride, or sleigh-hayride in advance. Old-Fashioned Holiday Stroll: December 12-13 6-9pm $3 (Walk-Thru Night)

Holiday music, Santa, Fireworks 7:25pm, Crafts, Food www.ofallon.mo.us/celebration-of-lights

City of Wentzville’s Holiday Night Lights in Rotary Park November 25 thru December 11 (Open Thursdays-Sundays only)

December 15-30 (Open Daily) Hours: 6:30pm-9:30pm One-mile light display features large commercial scenes & tunnels with twinkling & flashing features. Admission $8 vehicle up to 6 people, $1 for each additional person. (closed Christmas Day) Holiday Night Lights – Walk Thru Night… Monday, Dec. 5 5-8pm $3 Advance / $5 @ gate

Holiday-themed music, refreshments, & a photo with Santa Sleigh Hay Rides through the light display on Mondays & Wednesdays—Call Reservations

For more info: 636-332-9236 or www.wentzvillemo.org

HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS

brought to you by the:

Greater Saint Charles Convention & Visitors

Bureau Pamela Schulz

230 South Main Street Saint Charles, MO 63301

636-946-7776 www.historicstcharles.com

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