When you drive down any street in Vermont, it's not uncommon to see colorful lights on display during the holidays. However, luminaries are pretty rare and not many towns still light them. However, in the town of Woodstock, lighting hundreds of luminaries is just one of the traditions during their unique Wassail Weekend.
Every December, the town of Woodstock celebrates Wassail Weekend.
This year, Wassail Weekend takes place December 13th-15th. It will be their 35th year, so expect big things!
One of the highlights of the weekend is their incredible parade.
Locals and out-of-town visitors line the streets for the parade. Horses and carriages and people dressed in old fashioned attire march down the streets brimming with holiday cheer.
After the parade, people congregate in the park to watch the burning of the yule log.
Members of the Woodstock Rotary Club line the paths of the park with luminaries.
And once they're all lit, it's truly a magical sight to see.
400 luminaries glow throughout the park.
In addition to the luminaries, a Memory Tree is lit up.
And of course, it's not a true Wassail Weekend without a visit to Billings Farm & Museum.
The moment you step inside, you'll be transported to the 19th century.
The home is decked out with historic holiday decorations and is open from 10 AM – 4 PM. Make your own historic ornament or stick around by the kitchen to have sweet treats baked before your eyes on the wood-fire stove. Tickets are $4-$16 depending on age, and are available at the door.
For an unforgettable Christmas weekend, head to Woodstock.
Wassail Weekend is packed with wonderful activities and you'll leave with memories that you can cherish for a lifetime.
Have you attended Wassail Weekend before? If so, what was your favorite part about the weekend? We'd love to hear in the comments!
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