Christmas in the Village in Gagetown New Brunswick
UPDATED NOVEMBER 3, 2025
Christmas in the Village
Christmas in the Village is an annual two-day festive celebration held each November in the riverside Village of Gagetown, New Brunswick, just 45 minutes from Fredericton. Now in its 28th year, this beloved tradition fills the streets with handcrafted treasures, holiday flavours, and small-town Christmas cheer.
Browse gifts from local artisans and craftspeople, explore cozy pop-up venues throughout the village, and enjoy seasonal treats and warm drinks along the way. A local potter opens her studio, carollers rejoice, and horse-drawn wagon rides add a touch of magic. Festive displays and a visit from Santa make it a holiday weekend for all ages.
Event Dates & Hours
Saturday, November 29, 2025 — 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sunday, November 30, 2025 — 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Pro Tip: Wear comfy shoes — you’ll be walking between many shops, studios, and pop-ups as you explore. Closer to the event, organizers will share an online map highlighting all participating stops and venues on their Christmas in the Village Event page.
The Twelve Hours of Christmas
To capture the spirit of the weekend, I’ve written my own version of The Twelve Days of Christmas, sharing the experience through a playful twist on a familiar carol. While you won’t need twelve full hours to see everything, plan to make a day of it — with so many artisans, treats, and festive surprises, time has a way of flying by.
Queens County Court House
On the First Hour of Christmas, the Village offered me…
Queen’s County Hospitality
On the Second Hour of Christmas, the Village offered me…
Two Hearty Lunches,
and Queens County Hospitality.
On the Third Hour of Christmas, the Village offered me…
Three Yummy Courses,
Two Hearty Lunches, and Queens County Hospitality.
On the Fourth Hour of Christmas, the Village offered me…
Four Sips of Cider,
Three Yummy Courses, Two Hearty Lunches, and Queens County Hospitality.
On the Fifth Hour of Christmas, the Village offered me…
Five Stocking Stuffers,
Four Sips of Cider, Three Yummy Courses, Two Hearty Lunches, and Queens County Hospitality.
On the Sixth Hour of Christmas, the Village offered me…
Six Wreaths a-making,
Five Stocking Stuffers, Four Sips of Cider, Three Yummy Courses, Two Hearty Lunches, and Queens County Hospitality.
On the Seventh Hour of Christmas, the Village offered me…
Seven Knitters Knitting,
Six Wreaths a-making, Five Stocking Stuffers, Four Sips of Cider, Three Yummy Courses, Two Hearty Lunches, and Queens County Hospitality.
On the Eighth Hour of Christmas, the Village offered me…
Eight Pottery Treasures,
Seven Knitters Knitting, Six Wreaths a-making, Five Stocking Stuffers, Four Sips of Cider, Three Yummy Courses, Two Hearty Lunches, and Queens County Hospitality.
On the Ninth Hour of Christmas, the Village offered me…
Nine Bakers Baking,
Eight Pottery Treasures, Seven Knitters Knitting, Six Wreaths a-making, Five Stocking Stuffers, Four Sips of Cider, Three Yummy Courses, Two Hearty Lunches, and Queens County Hospitality.
On the Tenth Hour of Christmas, the Village offered me…
Ten Singers Carolling,
Nine Bakers Baking, Eight Pottery Treasures, Seven Knitters Knitting, Six Wreaths a-making, Five Stocking Stuffers, Four Sips of Cider, Three Yummy Courses, Two Hearty Lunches, and Queens County Hospitality.
On the Eleventh Hour of Christmas, the Village offered me…
Eleven Crafters Crafting,
Ten Singers Carolling, Nine Bakers Baking, Eight Pottery Treasures, Seven Knitters Knitting, Six Wreaths a-making, Five Stocking Stuffers, Four Sips of Cider, Three Yummy Courses, Two Hearty Lunches, and Queens County Hospitality.
On the Twelfth Hour of Christmas, the Village offered me…
Twelve Artisans Creating,
Eleven Crafters Crafting, Ten Singers Carolling, Nine Bakers Baking, Eight Pottery Treasures, Seven Knitters Knitting, Six Wreaths a-making, Five Stocking Stuffers, Four Sips of Cider, Three Yummy Courses, Two Hearty Lunches, and Queens County Hospitality.
Tilley House
Gagetown’s Christmas in the Village
Visit village shops, artisan studios, and pop-up vendors, then stop in at the historic Courthouse, Tilley House, Loomcrofters, and St. John’s Anglican Church to see the beautiful collection of nativity scenes from around the world. A browse at Rustic Reflections Antiques & Collectibles is always on my list. And, of course, keep an eye out for Santa — he always finds his way to the village.
Follow the Christmas in the Village Facebook event page for more information, including the online map once it’s released. Whether you’re meeting friends, picking up handmade gifts, or simply soaking in the festive atmosphere, it’s a wonderful way to welcome the holiday season in Gagetown.
Loomcrofters
Gulliver’s World Café & Guest Suites
Gulliver’s World Café & Guest Suites
Find tastes from around the world and a culinary destination at Gulliver's World Café in an 1860’s restored historic farmhouse at 17 River Run Lane in Gagetown, New Brunswick. Chef Thane Mallory and his wife, Nancy, invite you to travel the globe, one delicious plate at a time, while soaking up the relaxed charm of the Maritimes and one of the best waterfront views in the province. With docking facilities for boaters, and two inviting guest suites, you can dine, stay, and wake up by the water.
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