Kennett Square, PA — Kennett Collaborative and Square Roots Collective are proud to announce the return of the beloved Holiday Village Market at the Creamery of Kennett Square.
This annual event, now in its eighth year, continues to grow in size and charm, drawing thousands of visitors from near and far to experience the magic of the holiday season. The market will take place December 7, 8, 14, and 15 with even more vendors than ever before and unforgettable holiday cheer.
“Kennett Square—already a destination for quality shopping and fine dining—will be bursting at the seams the first two weekends in December with an expanded holiday market and fun for the whole family,” says Daniel Embree, Executive Director of Kennett Collaborative. “Park in town and hop on the shuttle to the Creamery to enjoy a warm holiday drink while you shop, ice skate, or meet Santa!”
“Once again we’re thrilled to have this beloved Kennett tradition at the Creamery,” adds Stephanie Almanza, Square Roots Collective, “We’re committed to community initiatives like Holiday Village Market that advance a thriving Kennett Square where small businesses, artists, and nonprofits can flourish together. This season—and the market—brings out the best in our special community.”
Event Details:
- Dates: December 7, 8, 14, and 15
- Time: 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Location: The Creamery of Kennett Square, 401 Birch Street
- Admission: Free! All ages welcome
- Parking: Garage on Linden Street or lot at 600 Broad Street; free shuttle to the Creamery runs every 10 minutes during market hours. There is no general parking at the Creamery.
This year, the Kennett Square Holiday Village Market will feature an impressive rotating lineup of more than 50 vendors, offering a wide range of unique gifts, handcrafted goods, and vintage treasures. From home décor and jewelry to artisanal foods and local artwork, there’s something for everyone. Daily event schedules will be available at holidayvillagemarket.org.
The exclusive “glice” rink, a synthetic ice rink will return and be open for the month of December at The Creamery. Guests can enjoy ice skating with no need for cold temperatures or snow! Reservations for skating are required in advance at kennettcreamery.com, and spots are filling fast, so be sure to book early.
This year’s activities include:
- Visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus
- Face painting and balloon twisting
- Holiday craft workshops
- Live performances and entertainment
- Food and drinks, including mulled wine and hot cocoa
- Exclusive “glice” ice skating rink (Reservations required)
About Kennett Collaborative
Kennett Collaborative is the nonprofit organization that brings Kennett to life through its popular events, programs, and beautification initiatives, promoting Kennett Square as a thriving place for everyone to live, work, and play.
For more information, visit kennettcollaborative.org.
About Square Roots Collective
Square Roots Collective is a collection of social enterprises that join in advancing our community toward an ecosystem in which everyone can thrive. This includes for-profit businesses, non-profit ventures, formal and informal partnerships and associations with likeminded organizations—all united by a commitment to the holistic thriving of Kennett Square.
For more information, visit ksqroots.com.
