Yuletide Market & Light the Common
Visitors can shop local makers, artists, and specialty food vendors at the Yuletide Market and enjoy meals and seasonal treats from food trucks. Families can explore games and photo opportunities in the Winter Wonderlands Kids Zone, while adults relax with beer and wine in the Fireside Beverage Lounge. Throughout the evening, guests enjoy live music and dance performances culminating in the illumination of thousands of lights across the Town Common.
Sat, Dec 5, 2026 All ages
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Plan Your Visit
Hours
Winter Festival: 3:00–7:00 PM; Light the Common: 5:00 PM.
Food & Drink
Food trucks and vendors serve meals, snacks, warm beverages, and seasonal treats; beer and wine are available in the Fireside Beverage Lounge.
Parking
Public and community parking is available in the surrounding area. There are no designated Festival parking lots or shuttle services. Attendees are encouraged to allow extra time, particularly around the lighting of the Common. Uber and Lyft are also options.
Accessibility
All event spaces are accessible, and accessible restrooms are available throughout the event.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Dress warmly and check the forecast before heading out; the Festival is outdoors in December and is planned for typical winter weather.
- Allow extra arrival time, especially near the 5:00 PM Light the Common moment, when visitors gather for the signature lighting.
- Use public or community parking around the Town Center, or consider Uber or Lyft; there are no designated Festival lots or shuttles.
- Check STCA’s official social media if severe weather is expected, since weather-related changes, delays, or cancellations will be shared there.
- If accessibility matters for your visit, note that every Festival event space is accessible and accessible restrooms are available throughout.
Special Events & Promotions
- Light the Common, the Festival’s signature lighting moment, is scheduled for 5:00 PM.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there anything for kids?
Yes. The Winter Wonderlands Kids Zone has games, activities, photo opportunities and interactive experiences designed for children and families.
What is there to eat and drink?
The Festive Flavors Food Court has food trucks and vendors serving meals, snacks, warm beverages and seasonal treats. Adults can have beer and wine in the Fireside Beverage Lounge.
Where should I park?
There are no festival lots or shuttles. Public and community parking is spread around the Town Center and the surrounding area. Uber and Lyft are also options.
What happens if the weather is bad?
The festival is planned for normal winter weather and goes ahead unless severe weather, a declared state of emergency or other conditions make it unsafe. Any changes are posted on STCA's social media channels.
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