Yorktown Christmas Market on Main – December 6 & 7 – Yes, Santa will be there!
Christmas Market on Main in Yorktown – Yes, Santa will be there!
Saturday, December 6 | 10 a.m. to 3 p. m.
Sunday, December 7 | 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Historic Main Street
Whether you’re searching for a holiday gift for family, friends, or as a treat to yourself—you’re sure to find it at the Christmas Market on Main Street! This is one of the most anticipated Yorktown events every holiday season which has been extended to two days (December 6 & 7).
Close to 100 vendors line the street this weekend selling everything from glass ornaments and handmade soaps to Christmas wreaths and jewelry! The Town Crier will ring in the market at 10 a.m. on Saturday, followed by a performance from the Fifes and Drums of York Town to officially open the market. Then, Santa Claus himself will ride in on York County’s first fire truck, before mingling with the crowd to greet families. Craft stations and strolling musical entertainment add to the festive atmosphere. It simply doesn’t get more “Christmas” than this!
Yorktown’s Christmas Market on Main Street is the event shoppers look forward to all year. Vendors, artists, food trucks, strolling musicians, and antique cars line the street in Historic Yorktown. They will have chestnuts roasting on an open fire, free kids’ activities, a performance by the Fifes and Drums of York Town, and even a visit from Santa himself!
Guests can choose from a variety of menu options from Historic Yorktown dining establishments and other food vendors.
Whether you’re searching for a holiday gift for family, friends, or as a treat to yourself—you’re sure to find it at the Christmas Market on Main Street! This is one of the most anticipated Yorktown events every holiday season, and it’s been extended to two days. View Saturday’s schedule.
The Market continues on Sunday from 11 am to 3 pm, so if you can’t make it on Saturday, you have another chance! Close to 100 vendors will be there on Sunday as well. Expect strolling musical entertainment throughout the day to add to the festive atmosphere! View Sunday’s schedule.
Also on Sunday, make sure to visit Santa at Gallery at York Hall from 1-4 pm for Cookies with Santa! Bring your phones or cameras, and wish lists! Don’t forget to stop inside the Gallery on your way out to pick up unique Christmas presents handcrafted by local artists. The Gallery is filled with local one-of-a-kind art pieces from hundreds of local artists, in all types of mediums.
The Yorktown Trolley runs beginning at 11 am and will provide complimentary transportation. The Trolleys are heated and wheelchair accessible, and make several stops throughout town including the lots at the County Administration building, Yorktown Battlefield Visitor Center, Watermen’s Museum, and American Revolution Museum at Yorktown.
The Christmas market is co-sponsored by Village Events and York County.
For more Christmas events in December in Yorktown visit our Yorktown Celebrates Christmas post!
Museums & Points of Interest
Be sure to visit all of Yorktown’s shops, restaurants, galleries and museums.
Custom House
· Saturday ONLY: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
York County Historical Museum
· Saturday ONLY: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
American Revolution Museum at Yorktown (free to York County, James City County, and Williamsburg residents)
· Saturday & Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Colonial NHP – Yorktown Battlefield Visitor Center
· Saturday & Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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