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Calendar of Events

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Apr 9, 2025through Dec 31, 2025

2025 Calendar of Events

 

The 55th Annual Ohio Sauerkraut Festival

coming soon

Oct 11, 2025through Oct 12, 2025

SAVE THE DATE...  

2025 OHIO SAUERKRAUT FESTIVAL- *More information coming soon!!!

October 11th, 2025 - Open 9am-8pm
October 12th, 2025 - Open 9am-6pm 
 Setup Begins Oct. 10th, 2025

For more information: 

OHIO SAUERKRAUT FESTIVAL WEBSITE

 

 

Christmas in the Village

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Dec 5, 2025through Dec 7, 2025

2025 DATES:

Friday, Dec. 5th  6:00pm-9:00pm (EXTENDED SHOPPING HOURS BEGIN AT 11:00AM)
Saturday, Dec. 6th 12:00PM-8:00PM
Sunday, Dec. 7th 11:00AM-4:00PM

 

Waynesville’s Christmas in the Village celebrates the season on December 5th, 6th, & 7th, 2025.  Experience small town charm as historic downtown Waynesville transforms into an old-time quaint shopping district...just like a scene taken out of a Hallmark movie. 

Waynesville’s Christmas in the Village features over 1300 luminaries that line Main Street Friday and Saturday evening, strolling characters, and of course, visits with Santa,  Santa also arrives in a very unique way on a firetruck!  You will hear the sounds of the holidays from our heated entertainment tent and feel the festive spirit fill your soul!  On Sunday, wear your Ugly Sweater for photo ops and a festive hot cocoa and cookie walk! 

During Waynesville’s Christmas in the Village, you can browse over 40 specialty shops and dining experiences that will take you back in time. There are plenty of Waynesville locally owned and operated restaurants to relax and enjoy a meal or a specialty treat!  Visitors can browse and shop our collection of antique shops, galleries, specialty shops, restaurants, and hand-made furniture stores that make Waynesville, Ohio unique!  The Waynesville shops welcome their visitors to discover the latest trends in holiday decorating and unique gifts for those on your holiday gift buying list. 

Waynesville’s Christmas in the Village promises to be an experience to remember thanks to our many sponsors!!!  Stores open at 11:00am on Friday for early shopping with extended hours all weekend. 

Come join us for Waynesville’s Christmas in the Village on December 5th, 6th, & 7th in historic downtown Waynesville, Ohio.

 2025 Entertainment Schedule - coming soon!

Event Details:

Santa Hours:  Friday 6-9pm, Saturday 1-4pm and 5-8pm (arrival by fire truck Friday 6pm and Saturday 1pm) - Location:  TBD

Heated entertainment tent: Friday and Saturday entertainment, with children's activities on Saturday afternoon

Strolling characters and entertainment Friday and Saturday

Sunday:  Come and enjoy the festive atmosphere while you finish up those shopping lists!

 

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Sponsors! 

 

2024 Sponsor List

We couldn’t do what we do without YOU! Your generous support makes our events and initiatives possible, helping us create lasting memories and build a stronger community.

Whether it’s through your time, resources, or enthusiasm, your partnership means the world to us, and we are so grateful to have you by our side.

Here’s to making a difference together—thank you for being such an important part of our success!

 

Waynesville Merchant's Association PREMIER
Keith Sider Insurance Agency/Farmer's Insurance  GOLD
Stamm Heating & Air GOLD
Scott Lipps, State Representative GOLD
B&B Carryout GOLD
Miami Valley Roofing GOLD
Ohio Living Quaker Heights GOLD
922 Mercantile GOLD
Christopher Coleman, DDS GOLD
Benner's Colonial Traditions SILVER
Patton Insurance SILVER
Wendy's Treasures SILVER
Buckeye Charm SILVER
Culpepper Law SILVER
American Home Comforts SILVER
Edward Jones-Adina Angel SILVER
Peddler House SILVER
Campanella Law Office SILVER
Stubbs-Conner Funeral Home SILVER
Village Family Restaurant SILVER
A.T.A.C. SERIVCES SILVER
Farmhouse Style SILVER
Bentino's Pizza SILVER
Lilly's Corner Mall BRONZE
Progressive Women's Club BRONZE
Light'N'Up Ohio BRONZE
Lottie Mae's Cottage BRONZE
Scarlet Barn & Gray Antiques BRONZE
Wayne Township Administration IN-KIND

 

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