The Medina Old Time Christmas Celebration will consist of holiday craft vendors, food and entertainment on Main Street (Route 63) in Medina, NY. While the center of activity will be in the downtown area, various activities and promotions will be held throughout the village. From 10am to 5pm on Saturday, November 29, take in over 40 shows, attractions and events, not to mention Medina's extraordinary holiday lights! (Click on photos of last year's event to view larger image in new browser window.)

Saturday, November 29 Throughout the Day	Saturday, November 29 Schedule of Events
Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, Pop & Chips, at the Medina Masons booth on Main Street.	10am-Noon Children's Scavenger Hunt, parents and children can pick up sheets in front of Presbyterian Church on Main Street, drop off will be at the same site; winner will be chosen after the parade.
Popcorn & Stringing Popcorn, for sale by Boy Scout Troop #28, on Main Street. Stringing Popcorn Contest at 2:00pm in Rotary Park, corner of Main & Center Streets.	10am-2pm Cookie Decorating at Case-Nic Cookies, 439 Main Street; $1.00 per cookie.
Bake Sale, in front of the Chamber of Commerce office, 433 Main Street, by the Medina Historical Society.	10:15am-11:00am Medina High School Choir caroling up and down Main Street.
RealtyUSA selling hot cider by the cup.	11am-11:45am Medina High School Brass Ensemble in Rotary Park, corner of Main & Center Streets.
Apples and Cider for Sale next to Rotary Park by Medina Future Farmers of America students.	Noon Welcome Santa Parade! Starts at Medina Historical Society Museum on West Avenue, proceeds east on Pearl Street, then south on Main Street, and will stop in front of the Presbyterian Church. Parade includes Roberts Farm Market pulling Medina High School students, Santa in his sleigh, Dance Theatre performers, Gracie's Pampered Pets and the Medina Masons.
Hot Chocolate for sale in Rotary Park, corner of Main & Center Streets, by Boy Scout Troop #35.	12:30pm Photos with Santa, children will have the opportunity to have pictures taken with Santa in the basement of the Presbyterian Church; members of the church will be serving free hot chocolate and cookies. Main Street.
Retailer Booths: Ashlee's Place, FlyWay Farms Maple Syrup & Confections, Medina Business Association, Avanti's Pizza, and more!	1:00pm Storytime at The Book Shoppe, 519 Main Street.
	1:00pm Dance Theatre Studio performs in front of Rotary Park, corner of Main & Center Streets.
	1:30pm Swag Making Workshop, at The Whole Nine Yards, 510 Main Street; $8.00 for materials.
	2:00pm Swag Decorating Workshop, at Apple Blossom Florist, 530 Main Street, cost included.
	3:00pm Storytime at The Book Shoppe, 519 Main Street.
	3:00pm-4:00pm Ornament Decorating, at Creekside Floral, 422 Main Street.
	4:00-4:30pm Coloring Contest, at Blissett's Specialty Shop, 447 Main Street.
	5:00pm Tree Lighting Ceremony, at Rotary Park (corner of Main & Center Streets) with Santa, Choir, and lots of holiday cheer.

• Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides, 12:30 - 3:00pm pick-up/drop-off at Rotary Park, corner of Main & Center St.
• Santa Train Rides @ Medina Railroad Museum, 530 West Ave., 585-798-6106; Noon, 2pm & 4pm
• Medina Historical Society Museum Open House, 1pm-4pm at 406 West Avenue, 585-798-3006
• Cooper Dolls Gallery Open House, 212 Park Avenue, 585-798-3171
• Local Businesses/Retailer Booths, along with window & store decorations, sidewalk vending and special promotions
• "Snowy Snowy Night," group art show at the GO ART! Satellite Gallery in the Shirt Factory Cafe, 115 West Center Street

What is a Christmas Market?

This annual event is patterned after the tradition of Christmas Markets historically held throughout Europe, but primarily in Eastern European nations, during the first weeks of December. In the midst of grim winters, the townspeople loved the bright panoply of the market, which filled the town squares with the sights and sounds of Christmas. Shopkeepers in festive stalls would offer baked goods, sweets, toys and local specialties. Artisans presented their handmade crafts, nutcrackers, lace and blown glass ornaments. The aromas of roasted chestnuts, spiced cookies, mulled wine and evergreen vied for your attention. Over time, each Christmas Market developed its own distinctive character, not only reflecting local traditions, but also unique historic backdrops. It is our intention for this event to develop in the same respect, highlighting everything the Village of Medina has to offer.

If you have questions, please don't hesitate to call 585-798-0710 or email info@medinachristmasfaire.com

Cheers!

~Village of Medina Tourism Committee & Medina Business Association