‘Kick off the holiday season’: Winterfest coming to Carleton Place Nov. 23

Downtown Carleton Place is set to transform into a winter wonderland on the evening of Saturday, Nov. 23.

Winterfest will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. that evening; it’s a free, family-friendly event for all ages aimed at helping residents kick off the holiday season. Folks are encouraged to mingle throughout downtown dining and shopping district, embracing the wintry weather and holiday spirit. There will be roaming carolers and entertainers, free horse-drawn wagon rides, and a Night Market with sidewalk sales and a local vendor market.

Market Square will entertainment for all ages, and participants can visit the Rona warming station for a comfy seat and a place to mingle, grab a delicious meal or snack with on-site vendors.

Ottawa’s own Monkey Rock Music will take the stage at 4 p.m.. This one-hour interactive show is suitable for children of all ages and participants will be invited to join the band.

From 5:15 to 6:30 p.m., local performer Skyler Radmore will perform a variety of hits that will keep you tapping your toes and singing along. 

From 6:30 to 8:00 p.m., Carleton Places’ very own Small Town Socials will turn up the party. “If you have seen this band live before, you know their upbeat personalities create a party atmosphere that will leave you no choice but to get up and dance,” notes a release from the town. 

This event is proudly presented in collaboration with the Town of Carleton Place, Downtown Carleton Place BIA, and CP Tourism.

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Information taken from a Town of Carleton Place media release.