Countdown to Christmas Craft Show
July 24 – 26, 2026
Event Details
The Countdown to Christmas Craft Show is now THREE full days of holiday magic for the very first time. 🎄✨
Celebrate the season early at the region’s must-attend Christmas in July event—where festive cheer meets an unforgettable shopping experience you won’t find anywhere else.
Explore 200 talented vendors from across the region featuring handmade gifts, holiday décor, specialty foods, and one-of-a-kind finds you won’t see in stores. Simply put—you won’t find another craft show like this.
✨ Step inside the Winter Wonderland Experience — returning with all-new scenes, sights, and sounds. Wander through 35,000 square feet of immersive holiday magic, complete with a dazzling light trail that brings Christmas to life in the middle of summer.
More days. More magic. More to discover.
Whether you’re getting a head start on holiday shopping or just soaking in the spirit of the season, this expanded three-day event gives you even more time to experience it all.
Christmas starts here. 🎅🎁
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🎟 Tickets
Tickets are available online in advance or at the door.
All tickets include full admission to the event, plus access to our Winter Wonderland Walkthrough — a 35,000 sq. ft. immersive indoor holiday experience.
Ticket Types:
- General Admission
- Discount Admission (Seniors 55+, Military, First Responders)
- Kid’s Ticket (Ages 4–12)
Children 3 & under are free.
Celebrate Christmas in July with us — July 24–26, 2026! 🎄✨
Become a Vendor
The Countdown to Christmas Craft Show is a Christmas in July–themed shopping event held at the Fredericksburg Convention Center, bringing together talented artisans, makers, and small businesses for a festive, mid-year celebration of the holiday season. This unique event gives vendors the opportunity to showcase holiday-inspired and gift-ready products to shoppers eager to get a jump start on Christmas shopping.
From handcrafted gifts and seasonal décor to jewelry, art, candles, apparel, and specialty items, the Countdown to Christmas Craft Show attracts motivated shoppers looking for unique, meaningful finds well ahead of the traditional holiday rush. The Christmas in July atmosphere encourages browsing, discovery, and strong purchasing intent, creating an ideal environment for vendors to connect with customers and build early holiday momentum.
Vendors interested in participating are encouraged to fill out our Vendor Interest Form, which allows our show team to review your business and contact you regarding availability, pricing, and next steps. Submission of the form does not guarantee acceptance but ensures your business is considered for the Countdown to Christmas Craft Show and future craft events.
Be part of a festive, high-energy Christmas in July shopping experience that helps kick off the holiday season early and brings together creatives and shoppers under one roof.
