Christmas Traditions

Festival Hours Saturdays 11am-9pm Sundays 12-5pm Wednesdays & Fridays 6pm-9pm

Greater Saint Charles, Missouri

Holiday Happenings 2016 November 25 through

December 24 Historic Main Street Welcome to Saint Charles Christmas Traditions

Christmas Eve 11am-2pm

“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.

Saturdays 11am-6pm Sundays Noon-5pm Dec. 24 11am-1:15pm

(Santa joins parade from 1:15pm2:30pm 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

Pick up your copy of the 2016 Christmas Traditions Festival Guide at the Visitors Center, 230 South Main, or view it on our website.

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 on 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

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.

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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.

MAIN STREET KRAMPUSNACHTS Wednesdays * 6:30-8:30pm * North Main

Candlelight Reading of ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas Wednesdays * 6:30pm-8:30pm

Traditionally, Krampusnacht happens on the eve of Missouri First State Capitol, 200 S. Main Saint Nicholas Day, but we’ll be enjoying a weekly Enjoy a special reading of ‘Twas the Night Before visit from some of Santa’s naughtier friends. Christmas by author Clement Clarke Moore with Come meet Legends such as the Krampus, the musical accompaniment in the historic Peck Mouse King, and Belsnickel and collect their limited Brothers Residence of this State Historic Site. edition cards. (available Wednesday 6:30-8:30pm only) Readings will happen every 15 minutes.

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.

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 brethren 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.

THE COBBLESTONE WASSAILIERS IN CONCERT 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.

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.

Yuletide Dinner with the Legends of Christmas December 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.

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

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Saint Charles Christmas Traditions

Holiday Kissing Ball at Kister Park Gazebo

MARSHMALLOW ROAST with the Legends of Christmas

(400 Blk. S. Main)

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!

New in 2016

New in 2016

Land of Sweets Dance Party

Christmas Carol

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.

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! 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.

Gingerbread Village

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!

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.

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.

www.churchonmain.com/gingerbread

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)

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FOUNDRY ART CENTRE

MORE HOLIDAY EVENTS

636-255-0270 WWW.FOUNDRYARTCENTRE.ORG

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

FAMILY HOLIDAY EVENING: Wednesday, December 14 * 5:30-7:30pm

FIRST MISSOURI STATE CAPITOL

636-940-3322 / 200 SOUTH MAIN STREET

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

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

CANDLELIGHT CHRISTMAS CONCERT: December 10 * 7-9pm This warm holiday show will leave you with the holiday spirit. Seating limited, Preregistration Required $10 person

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 Free.

LINDENWOOD’S J. SCHEIDEGGER

CENTER FOR THE ARTS WWW.LUBOXOFFICE.COM

BOX OFFICE: 636-949-4433 / 2300 WEST CLAY

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 his career hits & songs of the season. Tickets $60-$90

St. Charles City Parks Department

Sounds of the Season

Visit website for Activities, Programs, & Trips

www.stcharlesparks.com / 636-949-3372

Breakfast with Santa Saturday, December 10 * 9am $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. Reservations Required.

Santa’s Helpers Sat., December 10 * 10am-3pm $20 (ages 5-14) Register Blanchette Park—Memorial Hall Christmas crafts, games, pizza, & 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

11am-2pm

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

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Saint Charles County Symphony Holiday Concerts

The Family Arena Ambush Games: Dec. 9, 18, 31

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

For King & Country 2016 Christmas Tour: Dec. 11

Sunday, December 18 * 6pm * $10

Cirque Musica Holiday Spectacular: Dec. 15

First Baptist Church of St. Charles

92.3 WIL’s JingleFest ‘16: Dec. 16

http://scsymphony.us

Y98 Mistletoe Show: Dec. 17

Evening of Christmas music, both traditional favorites and new arrangements of those familiar tunes.

Jeff Dunham: Dec. 30

www.familyarena.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

Take a Trip to New Town www.ntga.net

HISTORIC MISSOURI WINE COUNTRY Christmas

Historic Augusta’s 33rd Annual

Candlelight Christmas Walk December 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

Candlelight Tours

Historic Daniel Boone Home at Lindenwood Park

December 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

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

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PLAN YOUR VISIT TO THE GREATER SAINT CHARLES AREA

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

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

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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