Wickford Festival of Lights…

Wickford Festival of Lights

The  32nd annual Wickford Festival of Lights is being held from November 30th through December 3rd. Here’s a quick look at what the Festival of Lights has to offer. Details from https://www.northkingstown.com/event-2662690

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 30
6:00 p.m.

Town tree lighting and visit from Santa in Updike Park, sponsored by N.K. Chamber
of Commerce, kicks off a weekend of festivities and a season of wonder. The
North Kingstown Community Youth Chorus and The Lafayette Band perform.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1
5:30 p.m.
Santa arrives by boat to the Town Dock on Brown St. led by kayaking
from the Kayak Centre.
6:00-8:00 p.m.
Horse- drawn Hayrides with Santa around the Village originating in the
parking lot by the Town Dock on Brown St.($3 per person).
6:30-7:15 p.m.
The North Kingstown Community Chorus carols in Updike Park.
7:15-8:15 p.m.
The Lafayette Band performs their
Holiday Concert at First Baptist Church on Main St.
Throughout the Evening Various musical entertainment about the Village including
Ye Olde English Carolers
Most shops are open until 9:00 p.m.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2
12:00 noon Elf Parade!
Elves of all ages meet at The Wickford Collection dressed in your elfiest costumes and join the parade (led by horse elves!) to the Town Dock to greet Santa!
12:30 p.m.
Santa arrives by boat to the Town Dock on Brown St. led by kayaking from the Kayak Centre.
1:00-4:00 p.m.
Horse- drawn Hayrides with Santa throughout the village originating in the
parking lot by the Town Dock on Brown St. ($3 per person.)
The South County Rounders perform their lively string band versions of holiday music and
Ye Olde English Carolers stroll about the Village.
3:15-4:00 p.m.
The Ladies of the Rolling Pin perform their traditional Morris style dance in Updike Park. Come join the fun!
12:00-4:00 p.m. Christmas At The Castle.
Celebrate Christmas Past at Smiths Castle. Sip hot cider, listen to live music
enjoy a simple Christmas!
Visit www.smithscastle.org for details.
7:00 p.m.
North Kingstown Community Chorus and Youth Chorus
Winter Concert at N.K.H.S.
Most shops are open until 9:00 p.m.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3
12:30 p.m.
Santa arrives by boat to the Town Dock on Brown St. led by kayaking from the Kayak Centre.
1:00-4:00 p.m.
Horse- drawn Hayrides with Santa throughout the village. The South County Rounders perform (see above for details).
Ye Olde English Carolers stroll about the Village.
3:15-4:00 p.m.
The Ladies of the Rolling Pin perform their traditional Morris style dance in Updike Park. Come join the fun!
12:00-4:00 p.m. Christmas At The Castle.
Celebrate Christmas Past at Smith’s Castle. Sip hot cider, listen to live music enjoy a simple Christmas! Visit www.smithscastle.org for details.
3:00 p.m.
North Kingstown Community Chorus & Youth Chorus Winter Concert at
N.K.H.S.

NK Chamber of Commerce
Breakfast with Santa
Saturday, December 9th
from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the NK High School.
For more details and to purchase tickets in advance, call
401.295.5566
www.wickfordvillage.com
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