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Downtown Bristol Christmas Open House
Downtown Bristol Christmas Vacation:
You are cordially invited to the Annual Downtown Christmas Open House
It’s the most wonderful time of the year in Historic Downtown
Bristol as Believe in Bristol welcomes the holiday season with the Annual Christmas Open House on
Monday, November 24, 2025, from 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm.
The Open House has traditionally been a customer appreciation night when merchants stay open late, have special discounts, and refreshments are served at participating locations. Join us and support your downtown shops; it’s a great way to stimulate our local economy and find special one-of-a-kind gifts for everyone on your holiday list. Don’t miss an evening planned for the entire family’s enjoyment!
Santa Claus will be making an appearance on State Street and Bristol Ballet will have dancers in costume at Pins & Friends and Fina Florals. Other special promotions include, but are not limited to hot cocoa at the Downtown Center provided by City Church, and live music performances by Logan & McKenna (of Fritz & Co.) at the Downtown Center and Jamie Collins at Misty Mountain Designs.
Be sure to keep a lookout for your favorite decorated window as the downtown merchants will be participating in the Merry Merchants Window Decorating Contest with the theme: Decked Out Downtown!
A holiday favorite will once again return to State Street — Horse and Carriage Rides! Come to the
Downtown Center (Farmer’s Market) to catch your ride through downtown, $10 per person, children 10 and under are $5, and children 3 and under are free. Rides will run from 5:30pm to 8:00pm.
“We look forward each year to showcasing our beautiful downtown to the community and surrounding
areas. Our Believe in Bristol Christmas Open House is the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit. This
event offers something for every age and interest, and we hope everyone who attends will feel the warmth
and hospitality of Downtown Bristol,” said Maggie Elliott, Believe in Bristol Executive Director.
For more information about the Christmas Open House, please call 423-573-2201 or visit
