Christmas at Kawartha Downs

Celebrate the Holidays in Style at Kawartha Downs!

While much of the main horse-racing season takes place outside the deep winter months, Kawartha Downs is turning the off-season into a celebration with festive, themed events perfect for the holiday season! Located at 1382 County Rd 28 in Fraserville, Kawartha Downs is hosting a lineup of activities that blend shopping, creativity, and family fun.

Vintage Modern Christmas Show

Date & Time: Sunday, November 30 from 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Admission: $2 | $5 Early Access at 10:00 AM
Special Perk: First 100 guests receive a free shopping bag

Kick off the holiday season with a full day of shopping, sipping, and creating!

Upper-Level Highlights:

• Ornament Bar: Create your own personalized holiday ornaments
• Charm Bar: Design festive jewelry pieces
• Pop-Up Piercing & Tattoos
• Cup Bar: Customize your own holiday-themed cups

Lower Level:
Explore more than 60 vintage and modern vendors, offering everything from thrifted treasures and handmade accessories to holiday crafts and décor.

Sip & Shop:
Enjoy a licensed bar and food vendors to complete your festive experience. Come for the unique finds, stay for the holiday fun!

Photo Credit:  https://www.kawarthadowns.com/events/

Ladies Night: Sign Painting Workshop & Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest

Date & Time: Thursday, December 5 from 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Gather your friends for a festive evening of creativity and laughter! This Ladies Night event features a sign-painting workshop hosted with Katie’s Rustic Decor, along with an Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest for prizes.

• Sip and Paint: Enjoy drinks while creating your own sign using Katie’s extensive selection of designs
• Food & Bar: Available before and during the event
• Door Prizes: Up for grabs throughout the evening

Sign up for Katie’s sign designs here:  katies-rustic-decor.myshopify.com/products/december-5-2025-kawartha-downs-6pm.

Photo Credit: https://www.kawarthadowns.com/events/

Christmas for the Kids

Dates & Time:

• Saturday, December 13 from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Sunday, December 14 from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Bring the whole family to Kawartha Downs for two magical days of holiday cheer! Kids can enjoy:

• Tree decorating and holiday crafts
• Photos with Santa
• A petting zoo
• Shopping local vendors & The Elf Gift Shop, with proceeds helping families in need

Admission: $5 - Kids under 16 FREE

Photo Credit:  https://www.kawarthadowns.com/events/

From festive shopping and hands-on workshops to family-friendly holiday magic, Kawartha Downs has something for everyone this season. Mark your calendars and join the celebration where vintage charm meets modern holiday fun!  For more information visit:  https://www.kawarthadowns.com/

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