Events
For additional events, visit the Waynesville Shops and Events webpage or scan the QR code with your smartphone to be redirected.
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Waynesville Chamber of Commerce Facebook Page
Facebook Guide to Additional Events
Chamber Network Events
Jul 22, 2026through Dec 17, 2026
alternating 12:00PM and 5:00PM
BUSINESS TO BUSINESS WITH US
July 22nd at 12:00pm - Butter Churn Cafe
August 26th at 5:00pm - Stonehouse Tavern
September 23rd at 12:00pm - Bentino's
October 28th at 5:00pm - Stonehouse Tavern
November 18th at 12:00pm - Butter Churn Cafe
Thursday, December 17th at 5:00pm - Stonehouse Tavern - Holiday Jingle Mingle
The 56th Annual Ohio Sauerkraut Festival
Oct 10, 2026through Oct 11, 2026
2026 OHIO SAUERKRAUT FESTIVAL
October 10th, 2026 - Open 9am-8pm
October 11th, 2026 - Open 9am-6pm
Setup Begins Oct. 9th, 2026
For more information:
Ohio Sauerkraut Festival Scholarship Information
Christmas in the Village
Dec 4, 2026through Dec 6, 2026
2026 DATES:
Friday, December 4th 1:00pm-9:00pm (Extended shopping hours begin at 11:00am)
Saturday, December 5th 12:00pm-8:00pm
Sunday, December 6th 11:00am-4:00pm
Interested in becoming a sponsor? CLICK HERE
DETAILS:
ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE (including: Santa, Carriage Rides, and Children's Activities)
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Waynesville’s Christmas in the Village celebrates the season on December 4th, 5th and 6th, 2026. 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 1000 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, enjoy the Holiday Christmas Market Street Faire 11:00 am-4:00 pm, featuring a Parade of Santas at 1:00 pm.
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 4th, 5th and 6th in historic downtown Waynesville, Ohio.
Event Details:
Santa Hours: Friday 6:00-9:00pm, Saturday 1:00-4:00pm and 5:00-8:00pm (arrival by fire truck Friday 6:00pm and Saturday 1:00pm) - Location: The Gazebo on Main Street. Sunday: Parade of Santas on Main Street at 1:00 pm.
Heated entertainment tent: Friday and Saturday entertainment, with children's activities on Saturday afternoon
Strolling characters and entertainment Friday and Saturday
Sunday: Parade of Santas and Christmas Market Street Faire. Come and enjoy the festive atmosphere while you finish up those shopping lists!
A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Sponsors!
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