November 24-25
9am-5pm: Visit the Holiday Craft Show & Sale to find hundreds of beautiful handcrafted gifts & decorations on sale in the Visitors Center & the International Storytelling Center. $1 admission. 753-1010>/p>
November 24-26
Join Gracious Designs for free refreshments & gift drawings during their Holiday Kick-Off Nov. 24, 9am-8pm; Nov. 25, 9am-7pm; Nov. 26, 1pm-6pm. 753-5247
November 25
6pm: Watch the Lighting of the Tree at the Washington County Courthouse & help us kick-off the Christmas activities in the downtown historic district. Storytelling will be provided by Larry Kelly. FREE. 913-0205
November 25, December 2, 9 & 16
5pm-8pm: St. Nick Nights Toy Drive - Enjoy visits with Santa, llama kisses, storytelling, music, dancing & caroling while shopping for holiday gifts in the historic district. Children are encouraged to bring a gift to be delivered to disadvantaged children in Washington County. FREE. 913-2663
November 25, December 2, 9 & 16
St. Nick Nights at the International Storytelling Center. Limited seating.
FREE. 913-1276
November 25, December 2, 9, & 16
Stop by Shoppes on Main for free Aspen Cider! 753-9918
November 25, December 2, 9 & 16
Stop by Southern Exposure Antiques for free Greek Cookies! 913-0143
December 1-31
Stop by Mauk’s of Jonesborough for free cookie samples! 753-4648
December 1-31
Mon.-Fri., 8am-5pm; Sat.-Sun., 10am-5pm: Don’t miss Jonesborough’s Holiday Tree Exhibit where you’ll find beautiful Christmas trees donated & decorated by area organizations on display in the Visitors Center. FREE. 753-1010
December 1, 8 & 15
Stop by Silver Chords for a free bookmark & hot cider! 788-2863
December 2
12:30pm-1:30pm: “Gracious Gift Giving & Last Minute Decorating Ideas.” Seating is limited. Call Gracious Designs for reservations. FREE class. 753-5247
December 2
6pm: Linda Sorrell will perform a traditional Christmas accordion concert at Cranberry Thistle. FREE. 753-0090
December 2-3
Progressive Dinner - Four seatings available, first one beginning at 4 pm. Elegant multi-course dinner & tour of Jonesborough's finest historic homes. $75 admission. Reservations required. 753-9580
December 2 at 2pm & 7pm; December 3 at 2pm
The Nutcracker: A Youth Musical will be presented by Celebration Show Choir & Gay Whitt School of Dance in the Jonesborough Repertory Theatre. $3 admission. 753-1010
December 5-7
Stop by Another Touch Bakery for free hot chocolate & a mini-cupcake! 753-0553
December 7-9
A Celebration of Children’s Theatre - Plays written by Jonesborough Repertory Theatre students performed throughout the weekend at JRT. Titles include Everyman Jr., Red vs. Wolf, Poultry in Motion & Jack Tales Too. Call for details and specific performance times. 791-4440
December 8-9
5pm & 7pm: Enjoy Christmas Dinner & Storytelling on an elegant 1950 Pullman dining car. Located at #210 Spring Street. $38 admission. 753-1010
December 9
10am-3pm: Come be a part of At Home with Santa, an annual family event located in the Visitors Center, Oak Hill School & Washington County Library featuring free games, activities, a visit with Santa & Mrs. Claus & carriage rides. A Santa Mart will be available inside the Visitors Center where volunteers help children shop for surprise gifts for their parents. Santa Mart items range in price from $.50 - $3. 753-1010
December 9
6pm: The Jonesborough Christmas Parade starts at Boone Street & travels through the beautifully decorated historic district. Santa and carolers will be waiting for everyone at the courthouse immediately after the parade. FREE. 913-0205
December 9
6pm: Possum and the Wildwood Flowers will perform a traditional Christmas singing & dulcimer concert at Cranberry Thistle. FREE. 753-0090
December 10
1pm-5pm: The Holiday Tour of Homes features elegantly decorated historic homes & churches. $12 admission in advance. $15 admission day of event. Sponsored by the Town of Jonesborough & local homeowners. 753-1010
December 11
12:30pm-1:30pm: Bring 2 dozen of your favorite cookies to share during The Holiday Table & Cookie Exchange. Seating is limited. Call Gracious Designs for reservations. FREE class. 753-5247
December 16
6pm: Open mic for caroling & stories during the Cranberry Christmas Jam at Cranberry Thistle. FREE. 753-0090
December 23
The Cranberry Thistle’s annual Christmas Open House begins at noon. All customers, merchants & town employees are invited for refreshments. FREE. 753-0090
December 31
Celebrate New Years Eve at Dogwood Lane with dinner & entertainment by Route 66. Call for details & reservations. 913-1629
December 31
Celebrate New Years Eve at Bistro 105 with dinner & entertainment by Larry Odham. Call for details & reservations. 788-0244
Call Positive Solutions Stories & Tours about Holiday Strolling & Stories with added Christmas stories! 753-9882
Call Equine Elegance about special Holiday Carriage Rides & Tours! 753-2903
Many of Jonesborough’s shops and restaurants have extended their evening hours to help you enjoy the holidays in a relaxed, hometown atmosphere. Bring the entire family to experience our beautifully decorated historic district, enjoy our free events and to find that perfect Christmas gift for that extra special friend or family member!