Westport Winterfest 2025 Lights Up the Adirondack Coast
The town of Westport on Lake Champlain hosts its annual holiday festival on December 6, 2025.
Westport, NY, transforms into a storybook holiday village once a year—and Winterfest is the moment when the entire community sparkles. From horse-drawn wagon rides to caroling, cozy cafés, puppet shows, and a Santa parade rolling in from Wadhams, the 2025 Westport Winterfest is shaping up to be one of the Adirondack Coast’s most spirited celebrations.
Perfect for families, locals, and holiday-weekend travelers, this full-day festival blends small-town charm with Lake Champlain–side hospitality. Whether you're sipping hot cocoa, supporting local businesses, or enjoying festive performances, Westport Winterfest offers a warm welcome to everyone.
A full day of festive fun for all ages.
This year’s schedule is packed with activities designed to bring neighbors together—and usher in the holiday season with joy.
Morning highlights include:
Boy Scouts Tree & Wreath Sale (8 am –4 pm) at Heritage House
Free hot drinks at JAMBS (8 am–2 pm) sponsored by Chazy Westport Communications
Holiday breakfast & craft sale (8–10:30 am) at Westport Federated Church
Coat donations for local seniors at the church or drop-off at 6434 Main Street
Christmas Sale at the Ship’s Store at the Marina (9 am–4 pm)
Holiday crafts, kids’ activities & family entertainment.
All day long, downtown Westport comes alive with hands-on activities, sweet treats, and creative fun.
Cookie decorating at Bradamant Realty (10 am–12 pm)
Temporary tattoos at Ledge Hill Studio (10 am–1 pm)
Photos with Mr. & Mrs. Claus cutouts at Heritage House (10 am–2 pm)
Indoor yard sale, guest signing & Memory Tree ornament decorating (10 am–2 pm)
Letters to Santa + Winter Coat Swap at the Library (10 am–2 pm)
Stories & crafts at the Library (11 am–1 pm)
Kids’ puppet show “The Elves and the Shoemaker” with Lakeside School (12 pm & 12:30 pm) at the Mill
Storytime at Snowfort Books (1–3 pm) with local author Sarah Von Rijsewijk
“Polar Express” movie with cocoa & cookies at the Library (3:30–5:15 pm)
Food, shopping & local business specials.
Winterfest is a celebration of community—and supporting Westport’s small businesses is part of the joy.
K&D Snack Shack (10 am–7 PM-ish) serving warm sandwiches, cookies, wassail & cocoa
Winton’s Tavern at the Ballard Park Skate Shack (11 am–4 pm) with hot soup, tacos & baked treats
Bessboro Shop Discount Sale (10 am–5 pm)
The Finishing Stone Meet & Greet (12–3 pm) with stained glass art
Homestead Spirits 10% off $20+ purchases (12–6 pm)
Evening dining & drinks at Mountain Dog (4–8 pm), Winton’s Tavern (5–9 pm), The Knock (5–9 pm), and JAMBS Beer & Wine (6–9 pm)
Tree lighting, Santa sightings & festive community traditions.
As the sun sets, Winterfest becomes even more magical.
Flowers Plus! Penguin/Lottery Raffle Drawing (5–6 pm)
Food Shelf Drop-off (5–6:30 pm) during the tree lighting
Tree Lighting Ceremony (5:30 pm) on the Library Lawn with the Candy Cane Quartet
Horse-drawn wagon rides (5:30 pm) with Windy Woods Pastures
Santa Parade (5:45–6 pm) starting in Wadhams and rolling into Westport with the Fire Department
Westport’s Winterfest is a reminder of why holiday traditions matter—because they bring people together, support small businesses, and celebrate the Adirondack way of life.
If you go, key facts to know:
Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025
Location: Downtown Westport, NY
Cost: Free admission; food, shopping & activities vary by vendor
Great for: Families, holiday travelers, arts lovers, community supporters, Adirondack Coast explorers
For more information, visit the event webpage or Facebook page.
Don’t miss cocoa and cookies at the Westport Library’s screening of “The Polar Express.”
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