The quaint town of Fredericksburg, Texas, is a German town that knows how to celebrate the holidays. With a lavish parade, festive parties, holiday wine trails, and fun shops, it’s easy to get into the holiday spirit in Fredericksburg.
Watch the Parade and Party
For more than 20 years the town of Fredericksburg has hosted the Light the Night Christmas Parade at the beginning of December. Bring a chair or blanket and have a seat along historic Main Street or purchase a ticket for a reserved seat in the viewing stand. Marvel at the colorful lights, music, and motion as they blend together to create a magical parade that will certainly get you into the holiday spirit. The parade features more than 130 floats, bands, animals, and more and takes place rain or shine. The parade route runs along Main Street, between Washington and Edison Streets.
After the parade, head to Fredericksburg Marktplatz for the AfterGlow party. The party is free and features food, local wine, shopping, and entertainment. Be sure to stop and have your picture taken with Santa and Mrs. Claus too.
Make a Toast
When the holidays approach, the local vineyards and tasting rooms are adorned with Christmas lights that beckon you to toast the season with a glass of wine at the annual Christmas Wine Affair. Take the Holiday Wine Tour where you’ll enjoy tastings of local wine, enjoy the beautiful light displays, and participate in holiday-themed activities. Have a seat in front of the fireplace at the wineries, snack on special treats, and sip on your favorite vino.
Listen to the Christmas carolers sing festive tunes or join in the fun and sing along. The wine trail tour is self-guided and includes tastings at participating wineries. A limited number of tickets are available and must be purchased online.
Shop Down Main Street
During the holiday season, Marketplatz on Main Street is aglow with twinkling lights and a 30-foot Christmas tree that will leave you in awe. Grab your friends and family and spend the day exploring the unique shops that line the street and pick up some unique gifts. A store not to be missed is the Fredericksburg Christmas Store.
This festive shop carries a large assortment of Christmas décor that will delight your senses. Browse the country’s largest selection of Christopher Radko ornaments, as well as the largest display of Department 56 Village houses and accessories. Fill out your own collection and start a new collection of Snowbabies porcelain figurines, Fontanini nativities, or Kurt Adler nutcrackers.
After loading up on Christmas décor, step back in time by stopping by Dooley’s 5, 10 & 25 Cent Store. This novelty store will remind you of your youth and thrill your kids as well. Inside, you’ll find everything from classic and new toys and games to clothing, baby dolls, and more. You’ll find gifts for every member of the family, including Fido, to wrap and place under the tree or fill up the stockings.
Celebrate Christmas by exploring all that Fredericksburg has to offer. You won’t be disappointed.
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