Christmas in Downtown Delaware
2026 dates not announced yet. Details are from 2025.
Experience the magic of the holiday season in Downtown Delaware with 'Christmas in Downtown'! This multi-day celebration features a spectacular Tree Lighting Ceremony, a festive Christmas Parade, and a charming ice skating rink. Families can enjoy visits with Santa, enchanting carriage rides, and a fun gingerbread building competition. Explore unique shops and soak in the joyful atmosphere of this beloved community tradition.
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Plan Your Visit
Website / Tickets
Last year
Tickets
$
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Delaware
Food & Drink
Food trucks and beverage vendors available (implied by 'community vendors' and 'festive activities')
Parking
Information available on Downtown Parking page: https://www.mainstreetdelaware.com/parkmobile/
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Arrive early for the Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 5th to secure a good viewing spot and enjoy the pre-ceremony entertainment.
- Check the specific times for Santa visits and carriage rides, as they vary by date and may require walk-ins or have limited availability.
- Bring canned food donations for the Great Gingerbread Build-Off voting to support 'People in Need'.
- Wear comfortable shoes for exploring downtown and participating in activities like the scavenger hunt.
- Consider visiting on Friday or Saturday for the widest range of activities, including the parade and gingerbread build-off.
Special Events & Promotions
- Shopping card to win Grand Prize
- Free photos with Santa (1 print + digital copy)
- Free ice skating
- Gingerbread Build-Off with community voting
Links & Contact
Run by Main Street Delaware, Inc.
Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their website.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the main events happening during Christmas in Downtown?
The event features a Tree Lighting Ceremony, a Christmas Parade, ice skating, visits with Santa, carriage rides, a scavenger hunt, and a gingerbread building competition.
Is there an admission fee for Christmas in Downtown?
Many activities are free, such as the Tree Lighting and ice skating. Some activities like carriage rides have a small fee per person.
Where can I find more information about specific event times?
Detailed schedules for each day's activities, including specific times for Santa visits and carriage rides, can be found on the event details page.
Are there opportunities for holiday shopping?
Yes, the 'Season of Shopping' encourages visiting downtown businesses throughout December, with a shopping card to win prizes.
What is the 'Dash for Dasher' scavenger hunt?
It's a fun scavenger hunt where participants follow clues around downtown to help find Santa's lost reindeer, Dasher.
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