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Rain forecast postpones Olde Fashioned Christmas; Santa on the Square still on

By Lightning Reports, Published: December 1, 2023

Due to the anticipated rainy weather, outdoor activities scheduled for Olde Fashioned Christmas in Downtown Hendersonville will now take place on Friday, Dec. 8, from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m.

The rescheduled activities promise the same festive spirit with twinkling tree lights, joyous carolers, uplifting holiday choirs, musicians, and the magic of live ice sculpting. Attendees will have the opportunity to stroll alongside Victorian lords and ladies, explore local shops, indulge in delicious treats, and discover treasures for everyone on their shopping list.

Carolina Horse and Carriage will be offering free carriage rides at the Historic Courthouse from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. While the outdoor ‘Olde Fashioned’ festivities are rescheduled, don’t let that stop you from enjoying the magic of Historic Downtown Hendersonville with many shops and restaurants open late along the Main Street and each Avenue that offer everything you need all year long, but especially in the yuletide season.

Other events this weekends are still on:

• The Hendersonville Farmers Market Christmas Market will continue to take place from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m.  Saturdayat the Historic Train Depot at 650 Maple Street. Over 30 vendors will be on site, offering delicious farm-fresh produce, local honey, handcrafted delights by talented local artists, and much more.
• Hendersonville Christmas Parade will light up the night starting at 6 p.m. Saturday. The parade route will travel south down Main Street, bringing joy and holiday cheer to all.

Save the date for Dec. 16 for Holly Jolly Train Rides with Mountain Fresh Orchards, including free photo with llamas and a Christmas sleigh provided by Ellaberry Llama Farm and plenty more to see and do the Saturday before Christmas. For the latest updates and additional information about holiday events taking place in Downtown Hendersonville, visit DowntownHendersonville.org.