Lights on everyday November 28th (Thanksgiving) through February 28th, 2025!
Christmastown Festivities: November 29-December 24, 2024
Every winter Leavenworth shines bright with over half a million lights from 6 AM until 11 PM each day from Thanksgiving thru the last day of February! There is no charge to visit Leavenworth and see the lights, so plan to visit our beautiful Bavarian Alpine Village – it’s like living inside a magical snow globe!
Please note that all events and activities end early on December 24th, Christmas Eve.
If you want to see the Christmastown lights with snow and enjoy the town without the large crowds, January or February is a great time to come! The lights are on every day thru the end of February.
Christmastown at the Gazebo
Located in the heart of downtown, under half a million lights in the park, the Gazebo is a lively spot during the holidays with entertainment all month long including choirs, carolers and bands such fan favorites the Sugar Plums, performing holiday classics with their own unique style, local musicians bringing in the holiday cheer, and school groups with so many talented kids performing for the cheering crowds. During the first three weekends in December, our holiday Characters led by Santa and Mrs. Claus, march to the Gazebo and welcome all our visitors then stay around for photo opportunities and fun!
Sugar Plums @ the Gazebo (free)
December 7, 8, 14 & 15 from 6-7pm
December 7, 8, 14 & 15 from 6-7pm
The Sugarplums are the winners of the Christmas Caroler Challenge, a national singing competition on The CW!
The Sugarplums have captivated audiences nationwide with their charming choreography, engaging interaction, and harmonies so sweet they may give you a toothache! Their performances feature all of your holiday music favorites, ranging from beloved classics like “White Christmas” as performed by The Drifters, to upbeat and lively renditions like “Jingle Bells” as performed by The Puppini Sisters and Michael Bublé.
Jewel Tones @ the Gazebo (free)
December 20 & 21 from 6-7pm
December 20 & 21 from 6-7pm
The Jewel Tones are an all-female, Motown-inspired vocal trio who perform hits by The Supremes, The Jackson 5, Gladys Knight & The Pips, Stevie Wonder and many more. These ladies deliver sparkling personality, stellar vocals, fun choreography, and a classic 1960’s look. They are a sparkling homage to the music of Motown, the definitive era of American artistry and soul. Learn more at MotownJewelTones.com and follow them on Instagram and Facebook @MotownJewelTones.
Christmastown at the Festhalle
Bring the family by to take photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Enjoy festive holiday concerts or performances like Manuela Horn performing hilarious holiday shenanigans, and the more traditional Bavarian style Leavenworth Alphorns, where you can hear the call of the horns, but also interact and learn the interesting history from these local blowers of all ages. Kids will love the daily story corner, writing letters to Santa (and mailing them) and doing some fun holiday crafts tot take home. There are lots of photo opportunities in this beautifully decorated hall with Santa costumes from around the world on display, Gingerbread house competitions, and family photo stations. Take home some Chritmastown merchandise and have any gifts purchased in town wrapped for free!
Merry Christmas from Leavenworth @ The Festhalle (free) Saturday November 30th from 7-8pm
Take a listen to Leavenworth’s original Christmas song, performed by a group of talented local musicians, if you are visiting during Christmastown, see them perform this song live plus other holiday favorites!
Manuela’s Magical Christmas Spectacular:
A Family Friendly Festive Interactive Extravaganza
A Family Friendly Festive Interactive Extravaganza
Saturday December 21st @ 2pm- FREE
Saturday December 21st @ 7:30pm-$15 General Admission (12 and under free)
Sunday December 22nd @2pm- FREE
Where: Leavenworth Festhalle
- Fun holiday songs and parodies
- Indoor snowball fights
- Free Crafts for Kids
- Cocoa and Cookies available for purchase
- Santa and the Grinch may even make an appearance!
Christmastown Schedules
Mondays-Thursdays
GF= Gazebo Stage / Front St Park
FS = Festhalle
10:00 AM-7:00 PM Food Vendors | Front Street Park, 800 Front Street
(FS) Noon-4:00 PM Leavenworth Festhalle | 1001 Front Street–
Warming station! Kid’s Crafts, Free Gift Wrapping, a Gingerbread House Exhibition, Santa Costumes from around the world, Selfie Stations and Photo Ops, Letters to Santa, Official Christmastown Merchandise, Hot Cocoa, and other snacks for sale, and more!
(GF & Front St ) 2:00PM-3PM Photos with Santa
(FS) 3:00PM-4:00PM Photos with Santa
(FS) 3:00 PM (Wednesdays only) Leavenworth Alphorns
5:00 PM -7:00 PM (From 12/9-12/23) Christmas Carolers | Roaming downtown
Carolers singing your favorite Christmas classics roam downtown Leavenworth!
*Tuesday December 17th, Santa will be here from 1-2pm at the Gazebo/Front St and 2-3pm at the Festhalle.
*Santa will be at Chrismtastown through December 22nd.
*On Christmas Eve (Tuesday the 24th) the Festhalle will close at 3:00 PM, there is no music in the Gazebo or strolling carolers that day.
*Schedule subject to change without notice due to weather, etc.”
Fridays
GF= Gazebo Stage / Front St Park
FS = Festhalle
10:00 AM-7:00 PM Food Vendors | Front Street Park, 800 Front Street
(FS) Noon-6:00 PM Leavenworth Festhalle | 1001 Front Street-
Warming station! Kid’s Crafts, Free Gift Wrapping, a Gingerbread House Exhibition, Santa Costumes from around the world, Selfie Stations and Photo Ops, Letters to Santa, Official Christmastown Merchandise, Hot Cocoa, and other snacks for sale, and more!
(FS) 1:00 PM & 3:00 & 5:00 Christmas Story Time | Leavenworth Festhalle, 1001 Front Street
(GF & Front St) – 2:00PM-3PM Photos with Santa
(FS) 3:00PM-4:00PM Photos with Santa
(GF) 4:00PM -8:00 PM Live Music in the Gazebo | 1001 Front Street
*Santa will be at Christmastown through December 22nd.
*Schedule subject to change without notice due to weather, etc.”
Saturdays
GF= Gazebo Stage / Front St Park
FS = Festhalle
10:00 AM-7:00 PM Food Vendors | Front Street Park, 800 Front Street
(GF) 11:00AM -7:00 PM Live Music in the Gazebo | 1001 Front Street
Noon- Santa with Mrs. Claus, Rudolph, Frosty and Friends arrive at the Gazebo Downtown!
Noon-4:00 PM Christmas Characters | Downtown
(FS) Noon-6:00 PM Leavenworth Festhalle | 1001 Front Street-
Warming station! Kid’s Crafts, Free Gift Wrapping, a Gingerbread House Exhibition, Santa Costumes from around the world, Selfie Stations and Photo Ops, Letters to Santa, Official Christmastown Merchandise, Hot Cocoa, and other snacks for sale, and more!
(GF) Noon-1:30pm- Photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus at the Gazebo Downtown
(FS) 1:00 PM & 3:00 & 5:00 Christmas Story Time | Leavenworth Festhalle, 1001 Front Street
(FS) 2:00-4:00 PM Photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus | Leavenworth Festhalle, 1001 Front Street
Don’t miss your chance to see Santa before Christmas! And also warm up in the beautiful Leavenworth Festhalle full of fun activities and photo opportunities.
*Santa and will be at Christmastown through December 22nd.
*Schedule subject to change without notice due to weather, etc.”
Sundays
GF= Gazebo Stage / Front St Park
FS = Festhalle
10:00 AM -7:00 PM Food Vendors | Front Street Park, 800 Front Street
(GF) 11:00AM -7:00 PM Live Music in the Gazebo | 1001 Front Street
Noon- Santa with Mrs. Claus, Rudolph, Frosty and Friends arrive at the Gazebo Downtown!
Noon-4:00 PM Christmas Characters | Downtown
(FS) Noon-4:00 PM Leavenworth Festhalle Open | 1001 Front Street
Warming station! Kid’s Crafts, Free Gift Wrapping, a Gingerbread House Exhibition, Santa Costumes from around the world, Selfie Stations and Photo Ops, Letters to Santa, Official Christmastown Merchandise, Hot Cocoa, and other snacks for sale, and more!
(GF) Noon-1:30pm- Photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus at the Gazebo Downtown
(FS) 1:00 PM & 3:00 Christmas Story Time | Leavenworth Festhalle, 1001 Front Street
(FS) 2:00-4:00 PM Photos with Santa & Mrs Claus | Leavenworth Festhalle, 1001 Front Street
Don’t miss your chance to see Santa before Christmas! And also warm up in the beautiful Leavenworth Festhalle full of fun activities and photo opportunities.
*Santa and will be at Chrismtastown through December 22nd.
*Schedule subject to change without notice due to weather, etc.”
Entertainment Schedules @ the Gazebo
December 13-15
December Promotions
Win, Shop & Gift Your Favorite Leavenworth Treasures!
Every year, we give away amazing daily prizes and a grand prize in our annual Advent Calendar contest, follow along and play everyday for your chance to win big!
While you are in town this holiday season midweek, you will find our official Christmastown shopping bags at participating Chamber Member retailers to put your treasures in and take home, do your holiday shopping with us this season!
Gingerbread Contest Winners
Congratulations to these very talented local winners of our annual Christmastown Gingerbread Contest at the Festhalle. We thank everyone who participated this year and built such creative houses, these and all the entires will be on display until December 24th!
Elementary School
1st place- Elias Barrett (A1)
2nd place- Lachie Lee (A5)
3rd place- Ian and Duncan (A3)
Middle School
1st– Nora Kasperski and Nolan Gatlin (B2)
2nd place- Lola Minerich (B3)
3rd place- Cora-Ayla-Roe-Blue (B1)
Adult
1st place- Dayle Cherepy (D1)
2nd place- Anna Dougherty (D2)
Non-Profit
1st place- Karen Haire (E3)
2nd place- Briar Hoper (E2)
3rd Place- Ann Peavey (E4)