01 Nov 9th Annual Ticonderoga Area North Country Christmas
The Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce in coordination with area businesses and organizations will host the 9th Annual Ticonderoga Area North Country Christmas Celebration from Saturday, November 24th through Sunday, December 2nd, 2018. The celebration will kick off with Small Business Saturday and events will include the arrival of the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train, Holiday Wagon Rides, Rockin’ Tree Lighting, shopping, dining, Parade of Lights, and much more.
As part of the Ticonderoga Area North Country Christmas the Chamber will be sponsoring a Holiday Shopping and Dining Night, encouraging people to Shop & Dine Local within the area on Friday, November 30th, 2018 from 4 – 8 PM. Offering specials and promotions, participating businesses will have a Shopping & Dining Night Snowflake displayed and will be listed in the Holiday Shopping & Dining Guide. In addition to the promotions and specials there will be holiday music provided by the Ticonderoga Central School music department, free raffles, and year the “Parade of Lights” coordinated by the Ticonderoga Fire Department.
2018 Schedule of Events:
Saturday, November 24th
Small Business Saturday – Ticonderoga Area
Support local businesses & organizations – many are offering Promotions & Specials. See the list of Specials & Promotions. Look for #ShopSmall Signs at participating businesses & organizations. Get & complete your Small Business Saturday Passport for a chance to win prizes. Visit Riley’s Wishes Vendor Fair at the Ticonderoga Fire House from 10 AM – 3 PM.
Sunday, November 25th
Bodette’s Outdoor Winter BBQ
Ticonderoga Community Building 4:30 – 6:30 PM
Winter BBQ with hamburgers, hotdogs, chips, & beverages for purchase.
Christmas Craft
Ticonderoga Community Building 5:00 – 5:30 PM
Come to the Tree Lighting early for a Christmas Craft in the lobby.
Sponsored by 52 Smiles.
Rockin’ Tree Lighting w/ DJ Cruz
Ticonderoga Community Building 5:30 PM
Music provided by DJ Cruz! Free refreshments sponsored by Dunkin Donuts. First 20 people will receive a candy cane and a special gift! All kids in attendance will help count down to the tree lighting.
Holiday Hay Rides
Ticonderoga Community Building 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Enjoy Holiday Wagon Rides following the Tree Lighting and continue to listen to Holiday Music. Sponsored by the Sawyer Family.
Monday, November 26th
Farmers Market at the Co-Op
Ticonderoga Natural Foods Co-Op 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
10% Off your local products. Meet the producers. Battenkill eggnog will be in stock and available to taste.
Christmas Creation Make & Take
The Country Florist & Gifts 4:00 – 7:00 PM
Pick a milk bottle candle (pick your scent), metal holder (holds candle, empty jar for arrangement, & has a card/picture clip on top), and make a simple festive holiday arrangement. Reserve your spot (offered every 30 minutes) by contacting The Country Florist & Gifts. Cost is $35.00 Per Person/Make & Take. Visit their facebook or Instagram page for more details.
Tuesday, November 27th
Canadian Pacific Holiday Train
Ticonderoga Train Station 3:10 PM
Port Henry Train Station 4:30 PM
*Times are approximate per Canadian Pacific Railway. Food Pantry donations accepted.
Wednesday, November 28th
Family Holiday Book Reading
Black Watch Library 6:00 – 7:00 PM
Join the Black Watch Library in Ticonderoga for Family Holiday Stories. Families are welcome to attend and children are encouraged to come in their pajamas. Snacks provided. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Thursday, November 29th
4th of July In December Chicken BBQ
Best 4th In The North Committee Fundraising Event
Knights of Columbus Ticonderoga – 5:00 PM to Sold Out
Join us for a 4th of July BBQ In December. Take out available. $12 includes 1/2 chicken, potato, coleslaw, roll, & cookie.
Ornament Making at Santa’s Workshop with the Elves
Sugar & Spice Country Shoppe 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Family Ornament Making & Painting with local artist Deb Mackey. Bring an apron or art shirt. Refreshments will be served. Visit their facebook page for more details. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Holiday Trivia Night
Maddens Pub 7:00 – 9:00 PM
Contact Maddens Pub to sign up your team. Specials and promotions will be offered. Visit their facebook page for more details.
Friday, November 30th
Holiday Shopping & Dining Night – Shop & Dine Local!
Participating businesses are open until 8:00 PM. Specials and promotions – participating businesses will have a Snowflake displayed. For a list of participating businesses get your Holiday Shopping & Dining Guide. FREE Raffles coordinated by the Ticonderoga Montcalm Street Partnership & Christmas Music provided by the Ticonderoga Central School Music Department. Gift Wrapping at Sugar & Spice Country Shoppe for a minimum of a $1.00 Donation per package (maximum 5) to benefit the Tiny Tim Program. Drop off your packages and you will be notified the following week for pick up.
Holiday Farmers’ Market
Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Visit the Ti Area Farmers’ Market for a special Holiday Market. Farmers and Vendors will be set up inside the Chamber Office offering an array of local products for the holidays. Visit their facebook page for more details.
Parade of Lights
Ticonderoga Business Districts & Surrounding Areas 6:00 – 7:30 PM
Come out & enjoy the parade of lights along with holiday music. Businesses, organizations, and community members are encouraged to participate (vehicles, floats, etc.). You must register with the Ticonderoga Fire Department by calling Mary at 518-586-6912 or emailing mcunningham14@nycap.rr.com. All entries must be family friendly. Sponsored by the Ti Fire Department. Visit the Ticonderoga Fire Department & Chamber facebook page for route information.
Ticonderoga Heritage Museum & Ti Arts Holiday Gift Shoppe Ticonderoga Arts Gallery 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
The Ticonderoga Heritage Museum will join the Ticonderoga Arts Gallery in Downtown Ticonderoga for a Christmas Shoppe. Adirondack artists are represented in the many gifts such as books, jewelry, pottery, wood products, children’s games, and more. An adorable child size Adirondack chair, painted as a box of Crayola crayons will be raffled as part of the weekend. Also open Saturday, December 1st from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Saturday, December 1st
Tromblee’s Greenhouse & Gift Shop Holiday Open House
Tromblee’s Crown Point 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Refreshments, Door Prizes, & Discounts up to 30% Off on everything in the shop. Free picture with Santa on Saturday, December 1st from 10 AM – 3 PM with Nancy Frasier Photography, Face painting and kids crafts from 10 AM – 3 PM Saturday & Sunday with Maiden By The Lake.
Also taking place on Sunday, December 2nd from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Holiday Movie Theater Night
Best Western Plus Ticonderoga 5:00 PM
Brought to you by the Best Western & the Ticonderoga Festival Guild.
Wear your pajamas and bring a blanket! Movie to be announced. Pizza, Hot Chocolate, & Soda will be available for purchase. Brief educational presentation prior to the movie. Free popcorn for all! Scarf & Hat donations will be accepted for the Elks Program. Proceeds of food sales to benefit the Ticonderoga Festival Guild & Ticonderoga Food Pantry. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Holiday In Hague
Hague, NY – Starting At 10:00 AM
Christmas Tree Decorating, Parade, Tree Lighting, Christmas Party and more.
Sunday, December 2nd
Annual SantaFest & Photo’s with Santa Ticonderoga Community Building 11:00 – 1:00 PM
Music, Games, Crafts, Photo’s with Santa & More! In coordination with Silver Bay YMCA, Ticonderoga Festival Guild, Ticonderoga Federal Credit Union, Glens Falls National Bank, Patrick Ida, CPA, Nancy Frasier Photography, Ticonderoga Central School, Ticonderoga Arts & Kiwanis. Refreshments sponsored by Wal-Mart. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Festival of Trees Open House & Champagne Reception
Hancock House 1:00 – 3:00 PM
Over 30 trees, centerpieces, & gingerbread houses will be on display providing a magical holiday atmosphere. Refreshments will be served. Visit their facebook page for more details.
Mark Your Calendars! Christmas with The Captains – William Shatner & Anson Mount
December 7th & 8th at Star Trek Original Series Set Tour.
“We cannot thank all of the businesses, organizations, and volunteers, who make this celebration such a success. We work hard to grow the event each and every year for the community, visitors and area businesses. We hope you will join us during the celebration at the many events and in particular Small Business Saturday on November 24th and the Holiday Shopping & Dining Night on Friday, November 30th. Please help support the many wonderful businesses in the Ticonderoga Area who work diligently for the community and support all of us in so many ways. Think Local! Shop! Spend! Support! Your Community – Your Future. Each of us has the power to make a difference in our community simply by supporting local businesses, organization, and events.” stated Matthew Courtright – TACC President & CEO.
The Chamber is also a Tiny Tim Program and Local Food Pantry Drop off location until Friday, December 7th, 2018. All donations can be dropped off Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM.
For detailed information, a printed schedule of events, or a list of participating businesses for the Shopping and Dining Night and Small Business Saturday, a Ticonderoga Area Business Directory, or calendar of events, visit www.ticonderogany.com or call 518-585-6619. You can also stay up to date on event details and announcements by visiting the Ticonderoga Area Chamber Commerce facebook page.