November 28, 2026 · 9am — 9pm
A full day at the Hertford Supply winter market — local vendors, holiday shopping, Santa and the Grinch, live music, and s'mores by the fire. Don't miss the Tree & Silo Lighting Ceremony at 6pm. Come for an hour, stay all day.
The moment you won't want to miss. At 6pm, gather as the Christmas tree and the Hertford Supply silos come aglow together, filling the night with thousands of twinkling lights. A magical, heartfelt kickoff to the evening for the whole family.
Gather around for a heartfelt live nativity scene — a beautiful reminder of the reason for the season.
Browse 80 confirmed local artisans, makers, and vendors. Handmade gifts, fresh produce, antiques, wreaths, and more.
Visits with Santa Claus from 5pm-9pm. Share your Christmas wishes and capture the joy of the season with a family photo you'll treasure for years.
A special appearance by the Grinch — Come say hello, snap a photo, and see if his heart grew three sizes.
After dark, enjoy a classic Christmas film projected onto the front of the old white barn at Hertford Supply.
Enjoy the sounds of the season while a local musician sings classic Christmas songs and listen to the timeless melodies of a harpist.
A dedicated kids zone with games and festive face painting.
Gather round the fire pit, roast marshmallows, and build the perfect s'more with the whole family.
Adults and children can craft your own keepsake ornament to take home. A new memory for the tree. $5
A sock snowman craft for all ages — stuff, decorate, and take home your own frosty friend. Simple, cozy fun the whole family can enjoy together. $5
A fun activity for the children! Cookie decorating using individualized kits, so every kid can create their own sweet holiday masterpiece.
Purchase a wreath at the decorating table where you will find picks, berries, twigs, ribbon and more to customize your wreath. Custom bows made on the spot by Sand In Bloom.
Write your Christmas wish list and drop it in Santa's special mailbox. A magical moment for little ones who believe. Santa will write back! Free event.
Tons of picture-perfect spots throughout the event, including a romantic mistletoe spot. Capture memories you'll want to frame every year.
Find the golden ornament and win a free Christmas tree from Melton's Produce Shack. Take home your 24K gold ornament to adorn your tree. Happy Hunting!
Christmas Trees Available — NC-grown Fraser firs available the day of the market. Preorder by Nov 27 to save $10 per tree. Preorder trees