Tips for your Wassail Weekend
- Dress Warm: Vermont winters are picturesque but chilly. Layer up to enjoy the outdoor events comfortably.
- Reserve Your Spots: For fee-based events, booking in advance ensures you won’t miss out.
- Travel Smart: Use the complimentary shuttle service on Saturday for easy access to all venues.
- Capture the Magic: Keep your camera handy for the Wassail Parade and other picture-perfect moments. Share with our hashtag to be featured! #WoodstockVT
Friday, December 12th: Kick off your Weekend
Friday is the official start of Wassail Weekend. The town will be abuzz with the final preparations for the parade - only one sleep away. Get to to town early. Wassail is far more than the parade that it is famous for - Wassail Weekend is supported by tons of activities and opportunities around town.
Friday, December 12th
10am-4pm Christmas at the Farm
Discover old-time traditions at a Victorian-themed celebration.
10am–4pm Rare & Vintage Book Sale at Norman Williams Public Library
A bibliophile's dream. Dive into rare finds with more information at Norman Williams Public Library.
1-3pm Horse and Carriage Rides Through The Village
Revel in the holiday scenery of our community for a suggested $10 donation. Located in front of M&T Bank.
1-6pm Covered Bridge Artisan Fair
Shop locally handmade goods from Vermont makers under the iconic Woodstock Middle Bridge in an open air market.
Saturday, December 13th: The Heart of Celebration
Over the years from its humble beginnings; the Wassail Weekend parade on Saturday has become the core of our Wassail Celebration. Each year the town hosts events and activities that all center around the town green, where the parade circles twice. Saturday starts at 10AM with the Artisan and Food Market that pops up under the Middle Covered Bridge. Later in the day; the green will play host to the Wassail bar, and then as the sun sets; the luminary and tree lighting, as well as a bonfire and Christmas Caroling.
9:30am-5pm Free Shuttle Service To and From The Village
Park at Woodstock Union High School and hop on the shuttle for easy access into town. Pickup and dropoff is on River Street at the Middle Covered Bridge.
9:30-12:30 Horse and Carriage Rides Through The Village
Revel in the holiday scenery of our community for a suggested $10 donation. Located in front of M&T Bank.
10am-4pm Christmas at the Farm
Discover old-time traditions at a Victorian-themed celebration at Billings Farm & Museum.
10am-4pm Wassail Holiday Craft Fair at Masonic Hall
Do your holiday shopping with goods from over 25 local artisans. Food is also available. Located at the Masonic Hall.
10am-4pm Covered Bridge Artisan Fair
Shop locally handmade goods from Vermont makers under the iconic Woodstock Middle Bridge in an open air market.
11am-3pm Wassail Pub
Enjoy warm adult beverages from the Wassail Pub at the Village Green.
The Parade and Town wide Activity Schedule
2pm Wassail Parade
Enjoy live music, horse and carriages, and festive magic as the Wassail Parade travels through town and around The Village Green.
Check back for more details and schedule additions!
Sunday, December 14th: Looking forward to the Season Ahead
Sunday is rich with the enduring customs of a Victorian Christmas at the Billings Farm & Museum and the playful cheer of skating with Santa at Union Arena. As the weekend draws to a close, gather for cookies and cupcakes with Santa and the joyful children's show from Revel Kids at Town Hall.
10am-4pm Christmas at the Farm
Discover old-time traditions at a Victorian-themed celebration.
10-2 Horse and Carriage Rides Through The Village
Revel in the holiday scenery of our community for a suggested $10 donation. Located in front of M&T Bank.
10am-2pm Wassail Holiday Craft Fair at Masonic Hall
Do your holiday shopping with goods from over 25 local artisans. Food is also available. Located at the Masonic Hall.
Check back for more details and schedule additions!
