11/22/2025
Join Us for a Magical Holiday Celebration! 💫
Get ready to jingle with joy at Lights in the Village! This year, we have an exciting lineup of activities that will fill your day with festive cheer. Come to Historic Downtown Wakefield on Small Business Saturday and support our local businesses while you enjoy some holiday magic! ✨🎄
Event Schedule:
1:00-4:00 PM: Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides. Experience the charm of the season with a delightful carriage ride. Snuggle up and take in the winter wonderland around you.
2:30-4:30 PM: Carolers. Enjoy the sweet sounds of the season as the talented The Contemporary Theater Company carolers serenade you around town. Their harmonies will surely lift your spirits.
3:00-4:30 PM: Kids Crafts. Unleash your child’s creativity at our kids' crafts station in the park. They'll have a blast making holiday-themed crafts to take home.
3:00-4:30 PM: Holiday Fire Safety and Touch-a-Truck. Learn important fire safety tips and get up close with a real fire truck. It's fun and educational for all ages.
3:00-5:00 PM: Live Nativity at the Church of Ascension. With live animals to feed and hot cocoa to sip, this event is magic for all ages.
3:30-6:00 PM: Luminaries. Luminaries will line the streets with lights for a magical ambiance.
4:30 PM: Meet and Greet with Santa. Don't miss the chance to share your holiday wishes with Santa himself. Bring your camera for a festive photo op!
4:30-5:15 PM: Rhode to Broadway Performance. Get ready for a spectacular performance that will leave you singing and dancing along.
5:00-5:30 PM: Tree Lighting. Join us for a heartwarming tree lighting ceremony at Saugatucket Park. Witness the magic as we illuminate the night with holiday lights.
All Day: Food Drive for The Johnny Cake Center. Bring non-perishables to the Tree Lighting, Rebekah Cook Art Studio, or The Glass Station and help support our community during a very special time of year.
Bring your family and friends to celebrate the spirit of the season with us! We can't wait to see you there for a day filled with laughter, joy, and holiday magic!
We are businesses, non-profits and citizens who work together to promote the livability, walkability, and viability of Historic Main Street of Wakefield RI. As an all-volunteer organization we come together to build a stronger community for all. Join the Wakefield Village Association!
