Maitland Winter Festival
Thursday, November 28 –
Sunday, December 1, 2024
Schedule of Events
TREE LIGHTING & FESTIVAL KICK-OFF
Thursday, November 28
7:00 p.m.
Maitland Fire Hall, 8802 NS-215, Maitland
Join us for an evening of local talent, hot chocolate, and a very special guest you won’t want to miss! Ho ho ho!
MDDA CRAFT & ARTISAN MARKET
Friday, November 29: 5 – 8 p.m.
Saturday, November 30: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday, December 1: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Gallery 215, 8247 NS-215, Selma
Stock up on presents, baked goods, jams and pickles at the MDDA Craft and ArtisanMarket – a seasonal favourite!
Workshop: Holiday Planter Arrangements
Friday, November 29.
7:00 p.m.
Riverview Herbs, 8907 NS-215, Maitland
Join us as we guide you through the process of creating your own personal Holiday Planter arrangement. This should be a fun evening, and the best part is that you can take your planter home and put it on display for the holidays.
Contact Denise Thompson at (902) 305-4584 to register and for more information.
CRAZY CHRISTMAS SWEATER
CRIB TOURNAMENT
Saturday, November 30: 6:30 p.m.
178 Cedar Road (Former Maitland School)
Come out and support Maitland Cemeteries and their work preserving our local graveyards.
$10 per person
$2 High Score
Pre-register with Glenda Anthony at (902)-956-3807
CLOTHING AND TOY SWAP
AND GIVEAWAY
Saturday, November 30: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Maitland District Fire Hall
8802 NS-215, Maitland
Back by popular demand, the 2024 Maitland Winter Festival Clothing and Toy Swap and Giveaway. Clear out your old clothes and toys, “shop” for new-to-you winter duds, and toys for stockings and under the tree. It is good for your pocketbook, reduces landfill waste and helps our community. Donations can be dropped off at the Fire Hall on Friday, November 29, from 7-9 p.m. or anytime during the swap on Saturday!
CHRISTMAS AT THE HOMESTEAD: TREE STROLL AND FARM STORE
Friday, November 29: 2 – 8 p.m.
Saturday, November 30: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Sunday, December 1: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
11640 NS-215, Urbania
Join Homestead Lavendar and get into the spirit of the holidays! You can shop for someone special or enjoy a complimentary lavender hot chocolate while enjoying a stroll through the Christmas lights and trees from local businesses and community members. The farm store will also have an array of gift sets to make gift-giving easy; we offer custom gift packaging and NEW limited edition products for the winter season.
Poetry Reading
Saturday, November 30: 2 – 4 p.m.
High Tides Centre, 11 Church Hill, Maitland
It’s a time-honoured Winter Festival tradition for Marjorie and her group of poets to gather at the High Tides Theatre and share their love of verse. Make sure you pop by and partake in this joyous sharing of prose.
Holiday Jingle Mingle
Friday, November 29: 5 – 8 p.m.
Saturday, November 30: 2 – 6 p.m.
Sunday, December 1: 2- 4 p.m.
178 Cedar Road (Old Maitland School)
Christmas karaoke and movies, coffee, apple cider and sweets. Come by and say hello and check out the decorated rooms.
Wreath, Craft and Bake Sale
Friday, November 29: 6 – 8 p.m.
Saturday, November 30: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Holy Trinity Anglican Hall, 4 Church Hill Maitland
Join us as we celebrate the start of another wonderful holiday season. Find the perfect wreath for your home, a gift for a loved one or enjoy a light lunch of tea, hot chocolate, and muffins before you head off to enjoy other Winter Festival events.
Christmas in the Carriage House
Saturday, November 30: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunday, December 1: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
4 Maple Street, Maitland
Drop by and see what festival goodness awaits you at the Carriage House! From Christmas crafts and outdoor planters to wreaths, you never know what you’ll find at the Carriage House!
While you’re in the village, visit Frieze and Roy General Store
Open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday,
8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
8787 NS-215, Maitland
Drop by Canada’s oldest General Store and check out their Winter Festival specials. Pick up a treat or enjoy a meal at the Mudslide Cafe – make sure to say hi to Manny!