Southampton Sparkles, Thursday, November 20th!!!
Christmas in Southampton
Christmas in Southampton, a magical time that transforms our entire town into a festive wonderland! From November 20 to November 22, the streets and facilities of Southampton will be adorned with twinkling lights, merry decorations, and the joyful sounds of the season. Our local businesses will put on Southampton Sparkles, where charming boutiques to cozy cafes, will open their doors to offer holiday treats, unique gifts, and delightful experiences for visitors of all ages.
On Saturday, stroll through the artisan markets brimming with handcrafted goods, savor the aroma of freshly baked seasonal goodies, and kickstart your Christmas shopping.
Join us in celebrating the magic of Christmas and creating cherished memories in the heart of Southampton.
Thursday November 20
SOUTHAMPTON SPARKLES!!!
6:30 pm Christmas Tree Lighting with the Mayor at the Town Hall
6-7 pm Christmas Music with Nuclear Vibes
& Popcorn by Southampton Rotary and
Mulled wine with Mrs Claus
5-pm Southampton Sparkles Shopping Night
See you at the Tree!
Friday, Nov 28, Dec 12 & 19
FESTIVE FRIDAYS from 4:30 - 8:30 pm
One of Southampton's favourite holiday traditions is a free horse-drawn wagon ride. RESERVE YOUR SPOT on the day-of, by emailing coordinator@southamptonbia.com
Please bring non-perishable, not expired donation for a local food bank.
Saturday November 22, 10 am - 3 pm
Artisans Christmas Craft Show, Chantry Senior's Centre 35 Grey St S
Cham-Bettes Christmas Garage Sale, Boathouse 26 Albert St (9-12)
Southampton Arts, 201 High St (10 am - 4 pm)
SBIA Artisan Market, Town Hall Upstairs 201 High St
SBIA Jingle Bell Shop, BIA Businesses
Additional Christmas Events
Horse Drawn Carriage Rides
Free Horse-drawn Carriage Rides from 4:30 to 8:30 pm on Friday November 28, December 12 and 19.
Please bring non perishable and not expired donations for the Local Food Bank at the time of your ride.
Pick up in front of Lac Boutique
Book day-of only by email coordinator@southamptonbia.com
Sip & Shop Wishlists
Ladies, grab your gals and hit your favourite stores on Wednesday December 3 from 5-8pm in Southampton and Port Elgin to sip and fill out your grown up wish list. Wish lists will be available in participating stores in Southampton and Port Elgin.
Then, give your list to someone who is going to shop for you this Christmas (to help them gif
Ladies, grab your gals and hit your favourite stores on Wednesday December 3 from 5-8pm in Southampton and Port Elgin to sip and fill out your grown up wish list. Wish lists will be available in participating stores in Southampton and Port Elgin.
Then, give your list to someone who is going to shop for you this Christmas (to help them gift you exactly what you want)!
For every item purchased from your wish list the shopper will get a ballot for a gift bag filled with local goodies.
Send your partner to Three Sheets on Saturday December 20 from 12-4 pm with their presents for free gift wrapping while they enjoy a beer on the BIAs and recieve one last ballot for that draw!
Santa Summit
Santa Summit
3rd Annual Santa Summit on Friday December 19.
Don your favourite Santa suit, Elf costume or Mrs. Claus and join us for a festive pub crawl!
Fall in Love in Southampton
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Small businesses are the heart of Southampton - creating jobs, supporting local events, and keeping our Main Street vibrant and full of character.
🩵 When small businesses thrive, so does Southampton.
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