Join us for one of the region's best-loved holiday traditions, Candlelight Evening. The landscape of the museum takes on a magical appearance, decorated in greenery and illuminated by hundreds of candles. Event Activities - Ride through the museum's grounds in wagons pulled by draft horses adorned with "jingle bells." - Children take part in holiday arts and crafts activities. - Visit with Saint Nicholas. - Ride the Empire State Carousel; free rides courtesy of Matt Sohns and family. - Complimentary wassail, warmed in kettles over open fires. - Bonfire on the Tavern Green - Warm up with something hot from our delicious food and drink offerings at the Crossroads Café and L.C. Jones Center. - Music and Live Performances - Join in caroling in our candle-lit historic buildings: magical! - "A Living Nativity" presented by members of the congregation of Christ Episcopal Church. - Holiday favorites played by local school bands. - Traditional holiday favorites sung by the Catskill Chamber Singers. - More singing from Ah Coopella and Synchopation - Find the Perfect Gift! A visit to the Museum this holiday season is not complete without a stop at The Farmers' Museum Store and Todd's General Store, where a large selection of handcrafted items from the museum are available as well as other seasonal favorites. Clothing Suggestions Candlelight Evening visitors should dress warmly and wear boots.
- 3pm-7pm