Visit Santa
Santa, holiday characters and photo opportunities around town.
Middletown, California • Since 1988
Christmas
in Middletown
A Little Town. A Lot of Christmas Magic.
One afternoon. A whole town of twinkling lights, local shopping, food, Santa, festive activities, entertainment and surprises around every corner.
SAVE THE DATE
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The magic begins in
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See you in Middletown.
Christmas happens all around town
Not one event in one place.
It's a whole-town Christmas adventure.
Wander from stop to stop as Middletown businesses, organizations, vendors and community groups turn the town into a holiday experience. Find a warm treat at one stop, a family activity at the next, music down the street and the perfect local gift along the way.
Shop Local
Local storefronts, makers, vendors and unique Christmas gifts.
Eat & Treat
Food, warm drinks, sweets and seasonal goodies along the route.
Family Fun
Activities for kids, traditions, surprises and Christmas cheer.
Entertainment
Music, performances and festive moments throughout the afternoon.
Discover Stops
Every participating location adds something different to the day.
Explore Middletown
Your Christmas adventure map
The official 2026 map will grow as storefronts, vendors, food and activities are confirmed. Tap a stop to see what's happening there.
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Make some Christmas magic
Be part of Christmas in Middletown
The event gets better with every storefront, vendor, activity and community group that joins in.
2026 REGISTRATION COUNTDOWNDon't miss your chance to participate.Deadline Nov 30th
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Middletown storefronts
Put your business on the Christmas map.
Open your doors, create a festive stop and let visitors know what you'll be offering. Participating storefronts can be included on the official event map so families can plan their route through town.
- Be listed on the official map
- Promote your activity, treat, shopping or special experience
- Help turn Middletown into one connected Christmas celebration
Vendors & organizations
Bring something special to the day.
Apply to join the 2026 vendor lineup with your products, food, organization, fundraiser or holiday experience. Approved vendors will be added to the event information as the lineup takes shape.
- Join the Christmas in Middletown vendor lineup
- Share food, goods, crafts or a community activity
- Reach families visiting from throughout South Lake County
Saturday • December 12
Plan the afternoon
The full 2026 schedule is still growing. We'll add confirmed activities, performances and times here as December gets closer.
EVENT OPENS
Christmas begins throughout Middletown
Start exploring local shops, vendors, food and activities.
ALL AFTERNOON
Indoor Snowball Fight
Elevate Martial Arts • 21168 Calistoga Rd.
WINTER WONDERLAND
Frosty & Snow Flurries
Middletown Mail & More • 21373 Hwy 175 Unit D
SANTA PHOTOS
Pictures with Santa
Hardester's Market • Corner of Young St. & Calistoga Rd.
GRINCH PHOTO OPS
Meet the Grinch
Middletown Plaza • 21037 Calistoga Rd.
EVENT CLOSES
One last bit of Christmas cheer
Thanks for shopping local and celebrating with Middletown.
Since1988Small-town Christmas magic
A Middletown tradition
Built by neighbors.
Growing with the town.
Christmas in Middletown began as a craft faire in 1988 and has grown over the decades to include storefront merchants, community organizations, food, vendors, family activities and traditions shared across generations.
Behind it all is a volunteer community — MAMA members, local businesses, nonprofits and neighbors who show up each year to make Middletown feel a little more magical.
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Save the date
Saturday, December 12, 2026
3–8 PM • Middletown, California • Rain or shine
Bundle up, bring the family, meet up with friends, shop local and come experience a little small-town holiday magic with us.
Start Planning Your DayChristmas in Middletown
Holiday Memories
A look at the celebration in our community.
