Historic Castroville’s Old Fashion Christmas is held on the first Saturday of every December. There is no entrance fee for the event, which is sponsored by the Castroville Area Chamber of Commerce.  Over 200 vendors provide a wide variety of gifts and arts and crafts as well as an abundance of food and drink to satisfy everyone’s appetites.  Guests are able to sample everything from traditionally American to Mexican to Alsatian fares.  Entertainment throughout the day features dancers, music groups, gymnastics, local choirs, antique cars, a train for children to ride, Scottish Bagpipes and Drums, and much more.  Santa will also pay his annual visit at 1:00 p.m.  Children will have the opportunity to talk to Santa and have their pictures taken with him.

        Top off the day with a leisurely stroll through the town to view the historic homes and churches, visit the antique shops, dine at one of several fine restaurants, and stop at the local bakeries for some Christmas goodies.

        For more information please contact the Castroville Area Chamber of Commerce at (830) 538-3142 or 1-800-778-6775.

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