The scent of fresh pine fills the air as Christmas wreaths and greenery adorn the charming shops along Main Street. Signage and props for Christmas Traditions® are being placed and the KATY Depot has been transformed into Santa’s workshop. That can only mean one thing: Christmas has arrived in St. Charles! Step into a scene straight out of a Hallmark movie on historic Main Street. Book your stay, revel in the holiday magic, and make the most of this festive season with a visit to St. Charles. Read on for some holiday highlights and plan your trip now!
Saint Charles Christmas Traditions®: 2024 will mark FIFTY SEASONS of Saint Charles Christmas Traditions®! With a unique blend of storytelling, history, and fairy tale whimsy, guests are welcomed into a world of yuletide nostalgia and fantasy where reindeer fly, sugarplums dance in your head, and an array of international ambassadors invite you to explore unique holiday customs from around the world.
"A Christmas Carol" Stroll: Come to Main Street on December 4, 11, and 18th and be transported to the foggy streets of 1840s London where you are invited to enter the world of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. Memorable scenes and characters hop off the page and come to life before your very eyes at this Dickensian affair.
Merry Makers Market: This two-day event at the Foundry Art Centre showcases regional makers, designers, and artists selling handmade items. On December 6 & 7, celebrate the holidays, get your Christmas shopping done, and support small businesses all at the same time!
Las Posadas: Grab a battery-operated candle and join the procession on Main Street as Mary and Joseph look for refuge in local businesses. The procession ends with a live nativity scene and caroling on the riverfront.
Santa Claus is coming to Historic Missouri Wine Country! From Christmas festivals to holiday classes and entertainment, there are many ways to celebrate the holidays in the towns of Augusta and Defiance, all while enjoying a glass of award-winning wine.
Ring in the New Year in St. Charles! Grab your party hats and check out all the fun ways to say goodbye to 2024 and hello to 2025 in St. Charles. Whether your kind of party is with live music, dancing, a comedy show, or at a sporting event, we have it all.
Ice carvers use chainsaws, chisels, grinders, and other tools to turn a plain block of ice into a stunning masterpiece right before your eyes on Main Street. Visit on January 25th to see it for yourself. Don’t forget to vote for your favorite one!
