Valdese, NC – Why wait for Black Friday to start your holiday shopping? Shop local this season and join us for one of the most beloved events of the year in Valdese- the Christmas in November Craft Show! This two-day event brings early Christmas cheer to town as over 80 local artisans and crafting vendors fill the Old Rock School for the ultimate holiday gift show! Shop Friday evening, November 7th from 4:00 P.M.-8:00 P.M. and again Saturday, November 8th from 9:00 A.M.-2:00 P.M. Admission is $2.00 per person or a canned good donation. Veterans will gain entry into the show free of charge! All canned goods will be distributed to local food banks. First 200 shoppers will also receive a FREE tote bag!
The Christmas in November Craft Show brings local crafters from all over Western North Carolina. Attendees can browse beautifully crafted items including:
Apparel-Candles-Pottery-Goat Milk Soap-Local Honey-Pet Accessories- Jewelry-Crochet Items-Hand Woven Baskets-Art-Christmas Ornaments-Home Décor-Ceramics-Woodworking-Books-Toys-Baked Goods- Festive Wreaths-Bath and Body Products- Wine-Furniture-Yard Art-Fabric and Handwoven Items- Macramé-Embroidery-Custom Sublimation-Maple Syrup-3D Printing- Cocktail Kits-Freeze Dried Candy-Car Freshies- Keychains- Gift Baskets-Quilts-Terra Cotta Pots-Christmas Villages- Stockings- Hand Crafted Pens- Decorative Gnomes-Junk Journals
Pick up an exclusive Christmas in November Vendor Passport at the show entrance to help guide you to every vendor! Any attendee who earns at least 35 stamps on their passport will be entered into the door prize raffle! Lucky winners will take home décor, local gift cards, and more! When you are ready for a shopping break, stop by the Piedmont and Western Railroad Museum Open House! Explore the largest indoor railroad display in the state-the model track covers Marion NC all the way to Leadvale TN! After enjoying the museum, take a load off your feet in the Old Rock School auditorium and enjoy some of your favorite Christmas movies! Get refreshed after a tasty stop at the Waldensian Style Wines Booth and try the famous Brenda’s Peach Bellini! Better yet, take a bottle of wine home or frozen bellini mix home with you! Faith Community Church will also be in attendance, selling delicious baked goods, homemade breads, snacks, and sandwiches!
Old Rock School is located at 400 Main Street West, Valdese, NC 28690. For more information on Valdese events, including a full holiday event schedule, go to visitvaldese.com or call Valdese Community Affairs at 828-879-2129.
Photo Credit: Jeri Boerger Photography.
