{"id":106801,"date":"2021-08-29T17:55:03","date_gmt":"2021-08-30T01:55:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leavenworth.org\/recreation-new-copy\/"},"modified":"2026-05-15T12:51:49","modified_gmt":"2026-05-15T19:51:49","slug":"recreation-new-copy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/leavenworth.org\/christmastown\/","title":{"rendered":"Village of Lights: Christmastown"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Leavenworth Christmas: Village of Lights<\/p><\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Lights on everyday from Thanksgiving through the end of February!<\/span><\/span><\/u><\/div>\n

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2026 Christmastown Festivities: November 27-De<\/span>cember 24<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n

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Each winter, Leavenworth glows with over half a million lights from 6 AM\u201311 PM daily, Thanksgiving through February. Free to enjoy, this Bavarian snow-globe scene is magical anytime\u2014though January and February offer quieter, snow-dusted strolls.<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Christmastown at the Festhalle<\/span><\/div><\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Hours: Sunday-Thursday Noon to 4pm, Friday & Saturday Noon-6pm<\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Step into the Festhalle for a full dose of holiday cheer! Kids can make festive crafts, write and mail letters to Santa, and snap selfies at whimsical photo stations. Pose for pictures with Santa, marvel at the gingerbread house competition, and browse Christmastown merchandise for the perfect gift\u2014with free gift wrapping. Treat yourself to tasty snacks, soak in the festive d\u00e9cor, and enjoy a warm, magical escape from the winter chill.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Christmastown at the Gazebo<\/span><\/div><\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

At the heart of Christmastown, the downtown Gazebo bursts with holiday magic. Under a canopy of more than half a million twinkling lights, enjoy free live music, strolling carolers, and cheerful performances throughout the season. Santa, Mrs. Claus, and a cast of beloved Christmas characters mingle with visitors, spreading joy and posing for photos. With music in the air, lights all around, and festive spirit at every turn, the Gazebo is where the magic of Leavenworth truly shines.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Gingerbread Contest Winners<\/span><\/div><\/h1><\/div>

Congratulations to these very talented local winners of our annual Christmastown Gingerbread Contest at the Festhalle. We thank everyone who participated this year and built such creative houses, these and all the entires will be on display until December 24th!<\/p>\n<\/div>

2025 Winners Below!<\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Elementary School<\/strong><\/p>\n

1st<\/sup> place- Penny L.<\/p>\n

2nd<\/sup> place- Annelise L.<\/p>\n

3rd<\/sup> place- Jaemus F.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Middle School<\/strong><\/p>\n

1st<\/sup>– Rheye W.<\/p>\n

2nd<\/sup> place- June L.<\/p>\n

3rd<\/sup> place- Cora R.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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High School<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

1st place- Luella M. and Payton S.<\/p>\n

2nd- Peter R.<\/p>\n

3rd- Piper-Luna J.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Adult<\/b><\/p>\n

1st<\/sup> place- Sharon S.<\/p>\n

2nd<\/sup> place- Jessi K.<\/p>\n

3rd<\/sup> Place- Mariah C.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Non-Profit<\/strong><\/p>\n

1st<\/sup> place- The Scouts, Briar H.<\/p>\n

2nd<\/sup> place- Impact Stream, Sydney G.<\/p>\n

3rd<\/sup> Place- Mountain Meadows, Whitney C.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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PLAN BEFORE YOU VISIT<\/h1><\/div>

We have some great advice when planning for your next visit to Leavenworth in December!<\/h3><\/h3><\/div>
FAQ’s and Holiday Hours for December<\/span><\/a><\/div>

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THE ADVENT CALENDAR IS BACK!<\/span><\/h4>\n
Open a New Door Each Day for Giveaway Prizes and a Grand Christmas Day Vacation Drawing<\/div>\n

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The Leavenworth Village of Lights Advent Calendar has returned and with it, a month full of festive surprises. Each day you open a door, you\u2019ll be entered to win that day\u2019s giveaway plus earn a free entry into our Grand Prize Drawing on Christmas Day: a wondrous Bavarian Village Vacation Package for two. It\u2019s completely free to play, fun to follow, and fabulous to win. <\/span><\/p>\n

2025 Winners List Here!<\/u><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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Enter to Win Starting Dec 1st, 2026<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Live Webcams and Winter Videos<\/span><\/div><\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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WINTER RECREATION<\/h1><\/div>