DICKENS CHRISTMAS

A Skaneateles Tradition

Dickens Christmas 2023

Dickens Christmas will begin on November 24th and continue weekends through December 24th. The event takes place in downtown Skaneateles and is free to attend. Get into the holiday spirit with roasted chestnuts, theater, caroling, pictures with Father Christmas, and more at Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles!

More details coming soon!

Dickens Christmas Schedule

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Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles

12/02/2023 12:00 PM

 Join us as we celebrate 30 years of Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles!!!

An annual tradition, the celebration begins the day after Thanksgiving and runs every Saturday and Sunday through December 23, from noon to 4 pm, plus December 24 from noon - 2:30 pm. Charles Dickens and his cast of over 50 characters will interact with residents and visitors.  Don't miss live music, unique shopping, and wonderful food.

Horse-drawn wagon and carriage rides around the village, departing from The Sherwood Inn, provided by Rt. 80 Quarry Ridge Stables. Wagon rides are $3 per person, $10 per family; carriage rides are offered for a $50 donation (on select dates only)

Midday Revels—Christmas carol sing-along—2 p.m. Saturday & Sunday at the gazebo. Twelve groups form, representing the 12 days of Christmas. The groups vie for attention, and at the end, Queen Victoria awards a silver teasel to the most spirited performer. Winners have been known to wear their coveted silver teasels throughout the season.

“A Christmas Carol” trunk shows, in which Dickens performs lighthearted versions of his new story with help from the audience, 1 p.m. at the gazebo.

Contact: 315-685-0552
Location: Downtown, Skaneateles NY
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Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles

12/03/2023 12:00 PM

 Join us as we celebrate 30 years of Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles!!!

An annual tradition, the celebration begins the day after Thanksgiving and runs every Saturday and Sunday through December 23, from noon to 4 pm, plus December 24 from noon - 2:30 pm. Charles Dickens and his cast of over 50 characters will interact with residents and visitors.  Don't miss live music, unique shopping, and wonderful food.

Horse-drawn wagon and carriage rides around the village, departing from The Sherwood Inn, provided by Rt. 80 Quarry Ridge Stables. Wagon rides are $3 per person, $10 per family; carriage rides are offered for a $50 donation (on select dates only)

Midday Revels—Christmas carol sing-along—2 p.m. Saturday & Sunday at the gazebo. Twelve groups form, representing the 12 days of Christmas. The groups vie for attention, and at the end, Queen Victoria awards a silver teasel to the most spirited performer. Winners have been known to wear their coveted silver teasels throughout the season.

“A Christmas Carol” trunk shows, in which Dickens performs lighthearted versions of his new story with help from the audience, 1 p.m. at the gazebo.

Contact: 315-685-0552
Location: Downtown, Skaneateles NY
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Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles
12:00 PM
 

Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles

12/09/2023 12:00 PM

 Join us as we celebrate 30 years of Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles!!!

An annual tradition, the celebration begins the day after Thanksgiving and runs every Saturday and Sunday through December 23, from noon to 4 pm, plus December 24 from noon - 2:30 pm. Charles Dickens and his cast of over 50 characters will interact with residents and visitors.  Don't miss live music, unique shopping, and wonderful food.

Horse-drawn wagon and carriage rides around the village, departing from The Sherwood Inn, provided by Rt. 80 Quarry Ridge Stables. Wagon rides are $3 per person, $10 per family; carriage rides are offered for a $50 donation (on select dates only)

Midday Revels—Christmas carol sing-along—2 p.m. Saturday & Sunday at the gazebo. Twelve groups form, representing the 12 days of Christmas. The groups vie for attention, and at the end, Queen Victoria awards a silver teasel to the most spirited performer. Winners have been known to wear their coveted silver teasels throughout the season.

“A Christmas Carol” trunk shows, in which Dickens performs lighthearted versions of his new story with help from the audience, 1 p.m. at the gazebo.

Contact: 315-685-0552
Location: Downtown, Skaneateles NY
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Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles

12/10/2023 12:00 PM

 Join us as we celebrate 30 years of Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles!!!

An annual tradition, the celebration begins the day after Thanksgiving and runs every Saturday and Sunday through December 23, from noon to 4 pm, plus December 24 from noon - 2:30 pm. Charles Dickens and his cast of over 50 characters will interact with residents and visitors.  Don't miss live music, unique shopping, and wonderful food.

Horse-drawn wagon and carriage rides around the village, departing from The Sherwood Inn, provided by Rt. 80 Quarry Ridge Stables. Wagon rides are $3 per person, $10 per family; carriage rides are offered for a $50 donation (on select dates only)

Midday Revels—Christmas carol sing-along—2 p.m. Saturday & Sunday at the gazebo. Twelve groups form, representing the 12 days of Christmas. The groups vie for attention, and at the end, Queen Victoria awards a silver teasel to the most spirited performer. Winners have been known to wear their coveted silver teasels throughout the season.

“A Christmas Carol” trunk shows, in which Dickens performs lighthearted versions of his new story with help from the audience, 1 p.m. at the gazebo.

Contact: 315-685-0552
Location: Downtown, Skaneateles NY
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Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles
12:00 PM
 

Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles

12/16/2023 12:00 PM

 Join us as we celebrate 30 years of Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles!!!

An annual tradition, the celebration begins the day after Thanksgiving and runs every Saturday and Sunday through December 23, from noon to 4 pm, plus December 24 from noon - 2:30 pm. Charles Dickens and his cast of over 50 characters will interact with residents and visitors.  Don't miss live music, unique shopping, and wonderful food.

Horse-drawn wagon and carriage rides around the village, departing from The Sherwood Inn, provided by Rt. 80 Quarry Ridge Stables. Wagon rides are $3 per person, $10 per family; carriage rides are offered for a $50 donation (on select dates only)

Midday Revels—Christmas carol sing-along—2 p.m. Saturday & Sunday at the gazebo. Twelve groups form, representing the 12 days of Christmas. The groups vie for attention, and at the end, Queen Victoria awards a silver teasel to the most spirited performer. Winners have been known to wear their coveted silver teasels throughout the season.

“A Christmas Carol” trunk shows, in which Dickens performs lighthearted versions of his new story with help from the audience, 1 p.m. at the gazebo.

Contact: 315-685-0552
Location: Downtown, Skaneateles NY
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Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles

12/17/2023 12:00 PM

 Join us as we celebrate 30 years of Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles!!!

An annual tradition, the celebration begins the day after Thanksgiving and runs every Saturday and Sunday through December 23, from noon to 4 pm, plus December 24 from noon - 2:30 pm. Charles Dickens and his cast of over 50 characters will interact with residents and visitors.  Don't miss live music, unique shopping, and wonderful food.

Horse-drawn wagon and carriage rides around the village, departing from The Sherwood Inn, provided by Rt. 80 Quarry Ridge Stables. Wagon rides are $3 per person, $10 per family; carriage rides are offered for a $50 donation (on select dates only)

Midday Revels—Christmas carol sing-along—2 p.m. Saturday & Sunday at the gazebo. Twelve groups form, representing the 12 days of Christmas. The groups vie for attention, and at the end, Queen Victoria awards a silver teasel to the most spirited performer. Winners have been known to wear their coveted silver teasels throughout the season.

“A Christmas Carol” trunk shows, in which Dickens performs lighthearted versions of his new story with help from the audience, 1 p.m. at the gazebo.

Contact: 315-685-0552
Location: Downtown, Skaneateles NY
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Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles
12:00 PM
 

Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles

12/23/2023 12:00 PM

 Join us as we celebrate 30 years of Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles!!!

An annual tradition, the celebration begins the day after Thanksgiving and runs every Saturday and Sunday through December 23, from noon to 4 pm, plus December 24 from noon - 2:30 pm. Charles Dickens and his cast of over 50 characters will interact with residents and visitors.  Don't miss live music, unique shopping, and wonderful food.

Horse-drawn wagon and carriage rides around the village, departing from The Sherwood Inn, provided by Rt. 80 Quarry Ridge Stables. Wagon rides are $3 per person, $10 per family; carriage rides are offered for a $50 donation (on select dates only)

Midday Revels—Christmas carol sing-along—2 p.m. Saturday & Sunday at the gazebo. Twelve groups form, representing the 12 days of Christmas. The groups vie for attention, and at the end, Queen Victoria awards a silver teasel to the most spirited performer. Winners have been known to wear their coveted silver teasels throughout the season.

“A Christmas Carol” trunk shows, in which Dickens performs lighthearted versions of his new story with help from the audience, 1 p.m. at the gazebo.

Contact: 315-685-0552
Location: Downtown, Skaneateles NY
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12/24/2023 12:00 PM

 Join us as we celebrate 30 years of Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles!!!

An annual tradition, the celebration begins the day after Thanksgiving and runs every Saturday and Sunday through December 23, from noon to 4 pm, plus December 24 from noon - 2:30 pm. Charles Dickens and his cast of over 50 characters will interact with residents and visitors.  Don't miss live music, unique shopping, and wonderful food.

Horse-drawn wagon and carriage rides around the village, departing from The Sherwood Inn, provided by Rt. 80 Quarry Ridge Stables. Wagon rides are $3 per person, $10 per family; carriage rides are offered for a $50 donation (on select dates only)

Midday Revels—Christmas carol sing-along—2 p.m. Saturday & Sunday at the gazebo. Twelve groups form, representing the 12 days of Christmas. The groups vie for attention, and at the end, Queen Victoria awards a silver teasel to the most spirited performer. Winners have been known to wear their coveted silver teasels throughout the season.

“A Christmas Carol” trunk shows, in which Dickens performs lighthearted versions of his new story with help from the audience, 1 p.m. at the gazebo.

Contact: 315-685-0552
Location: Downtown, Skaneateles NY
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Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles
12/02/2023 12:00 PM
 

Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles

12/02/2023 12:00 PM

 Join us as we celebrate 30 years of Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles!!!

An annual tradition, the celebration begins the day after Thanksgiving and runs every Saturday and Sunday through December 23, from noon to 4 pm, plus December 24 from noon - 2:30 pm. Charles Dickens and his cast of over 50 characters will interact with residents and visitors.  Don't miss live music, unique shopping, and wonderful food.

Horse-drawn wagon and carriage rides around the village, departing from The Sherwood Inn, provided by Rt. 80 Quarry Ridge Stables. Wagon rides are $3 per person, $10 per family; carriage rides are offered for a $50 donation (on select dates only)

Midday Revels—Christmas carol sing-along—2 p.m. Saturday & Sunday at the gazebo. Twelve groups form, representing the 12 days of Christmas. The groups vie for attention, and at the end, Queen Victoria awards a silver teasel to the most spirited performer. Winners have been known to wear their coveted silver teasels throughout the season.

“A Christmas Carol” trunk shows, in which Dickens performs lighthearted versions of his new story with help from the audience, 1 p.m. at the gazebo.

Contact: 315-685-0552
Location: Downtown, Skaneateles NY
Dickens Christmas
Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles
12/03/2023 12:00 PM
 

Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles

12/03/2023 12:00 PM

 Join us as we celebrate 30 years of Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles!!!

An annual tradition, the celebration begins the day after Thanksgiving and runs every Saturday and Sunday through December 23, from noon to 4 pm, plus December 24 from noon - 2:30 pm. Charles Dickens and his cast of over 50 characters will interact with residents and visitors.  Don't miss live music, unique shopping, and wonderful food.

Horse-drawn wagon and carriage rides around the village, departing from The Sherwood Inn, provided by Rt. 80 Quarry Ridge Stables. Wagon rides are $3 per person, $10 per family; carriage rides are offered for a $50 donation (on select dates only)

Midday Revels—Christmas carol sing-along—2 p.m. Saturday & Sunday at the gazebo. Twelve groups form, representing the 12 days of Christmas. The groups vie for attention, and at the end, Queen Victoria awards a silver teasel to the most spirited performer. Winners have been known to wear their coveted silver teasels throughout the season.

“A Christmas Carol” trunk shows, in which Dickens performs lighthearted versions of his new story with help from the audience, 1 p.m. at the gazebo.

Contact: 315-685-0552
Location: Downtown, Skaneateles NY
Dickens Christmas
Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles
12/09/2023 12:00 PM
 

Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles

12/09/2023 12:00 PM

 Join us as we celebrate 30 years of Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles!!!

An annual tradition, the celebration begins the day after Thanksgiving and runs every Saturday and Sunday through December 23, from noon to 4 pm, plus December 24 from noon - 2:30 pm. Charles Dickens and his cast of over 50 characters will interact with residents and visitors.  Don't miss live music, unique shopping, and wonderful food.

Horse-drawn wagon and carriage rides around the village, departing from The Sherwood Inn, provided by Rt. 80 Quarry Ridge Stables. Wagon rides are $3 per person, $10 per family; carriage rides are offered for a $50 donation (on select dates only)

Midday Revels—Christmas carol sing-along—2 p.m. Saturday & Sunday at the gazebo. Twelve groups form, representing the 12 days of Christmas. The groups vie for attention, and at the end, Queen Victoria awards a silver teasel to the most spirited performer. Winners have been known to wear their coveted silver teasels throughout the season.

“A Christmas Carol” trunk shows, in which Dickens performs lighthearted versions of his new story with help from the audience, 1 p.m. at the gazebo.

Contact: 315-685-0552
Location: Downtown, Skaneateles NY
Dickens Christmas
Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles
12/10/2023 12:00 PM
 

Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles

12/10/2023 12:00 PM

 Join us as we celebrate 30 years of Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles!!!

An annual tradition, the celebration begins the day after Thanksgiving and runs every Saturday and Sunday through December 23, from noon to 4 pm, plus December 24 from noon - 2:30 pm. Charles Dickens and his cast of over 50 characters will interact with residents and visitors.  Don't miss live music, unique shopping, and wonderful food.

Horse-drawn wagon and carriage rides around the village, departing from The Sherwood Inn, provided by Rt. 80 Quarry Ridge Stables. Wagon rides are $3 per person, $10 per family; carriage rides are offered for a $50 donation (on select dates only)

Midday Revels—Christmas carol sing-along—2 p.m. Saturday & Sunday at the gazebo. Twelve groups form, representing the 12 days of Christmas. The groups vie for attention, and at the end, Queen Victoria awards a silver teasel to the most spirited performer. Winners have been known to wear their coveted silver teasels throughout the season.

“A Christmas Carol” trunk shows, in which Dickens performs lighthearted versions of his new story with help from the audience, 1 p.m. at the gazebo.

Contact: 315-685-0552
Location: Downtown, Skaneateles NY
Dickens Christmas
Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles
12/16/2023 12:00 PM
 

Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles

12/16/2023 12:00 PM

 Join us as we celebrate 30 years of Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles!!!

An annual tradition, the celebration begins the day after Thanksgiving and runs every Saturday and Sunday through December 23, from noon to 4 pm, plus December 24 from noon - 2:30 pm. Charles Dickens and his cast of over 50 characters will interact with residents and visitors.  Don't miss live music, unique shopping, and wonderful food.

Horse-drawn wagon and carriage rides around the village, departing from The Sherwood Inn, provided by Rt. 80 Quarry Ridge Stables. Wagon rides are $3 per person, $10 per family; carriage rides are offered for a $50 donation (on select dates only)

Midday Revels—Christmas carol sing-along—2 p.m. Saturday & Sunday at the gazebo. Twelve groups form, representing the 12 days of Christmas. The groups vie for attention, and at the end, Queen Victoria awards a silver teasel to the most spirited performer. Winners have been known to wear their coveted silver teasels throughout the season.

“A Christmas Carol” trunk shows, in which Dickens performs lighthearted versions of his new story with help from the audience, 1 p.m. at the gazebo.

Contact: 315-685-0552
Location: Downtown, Skaneateles NY
Dickens Christmas
Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles
12/17/2023 12:00 PM
 

Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles

12/17/2023 12:00 PM

 Join us as we celebrate 30 years of Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles!!!

An annual tradition, the celebration begins the day after Thanksgiving and runs every Saturday and Sunday through December 23, from noon to 4 pm, plus December 24 from noon - 2:30 pm. Charles Dickens and his cast of over 50 characters will interact with residents and visitors.  Don't miss live music, unique shopping, and wonderful food.

Horse-drawn wagon and carriage rides around the village, departing from The Sherwood Inn, provided by Rt. 80 Quarry Ridge Stables. Wagon rides are $3 per person, $10 per family; carriage rides are offered for a $50 donation (on select dates only)

Midday Revels—Christmas carol sing-along—2 p.m. Saturday & Sunday at the gazebo. Twelve groups form, representing the 12 days of Christmas. The groups vie for attention, and at the end, Queen Victoria awards a silver teasel to the most spirited performer. Winners have been known to wear their coveted silver teasels throughout the season.

“A Christmas Carol” trunk shows, in which Dickens performs lighthearted versions of his new story with help from the audience, 1 p.m. at the gazebo.

Contact: 315-685-0552
Location: Downtown, Skaneateles NY
Dickens Christmas
Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles
12/23/2023 12:00 PM
 

Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles

12/23/2023 12:00 PM

 Join us as we celebrate 30 years of Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles!!!

An annual tradition, the celebration begins the day after Thanksgiving and runs every Saturday and Sunday through December 23, from noon to 4 pm, plus December 24 from noon - 2:30 pm. Charles Dickens and his cast of over 50 characters will interact with residents and visitors.  Don't miss live music, unique shopping, and wonderful food.

Horse-drawn wagon and carriage rides around the village, departing from The Sherwood Inn, provided by Rt. 80 Quarry Ridge Stables. Wagon rides are $3 per person, $10 per family; carriage rides are offered for a $50 donation (on select dates only)

Midday Revels—Christmas carol sing-along—2 p.m. Saturday & Sunday at the gazebo. Twelve groups form, representing the 12 days of Christmas. The groups vie for attention, and at the end, Queen Victoria awards a silver teasel to the most spirited performer. Winners have been known to wear their coveted silver teasels throughout the season.

“A Christmas Carol” trunk shows, in which Dickens performs lighthearted versions of his new story with help from the audience, 1 p.m. at the gazebo.

Contact: 315-685-0552
Location: Downtown, Skaneateles NY
Dickens Christmas
Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles
12/24/2023 12:00 PM
 

Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles

12/24/2023 12:00 PM

 Join us as we celebrate 30 years of Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles!!!

An annual tradition, the celebration begins the day after Thanksgiving and runs every Saturday and Sunday through December 23, from noon to 4 pm, plus December 24 from noon - 2:30 pm. Charles Dickens and his cast of over 50 characters will interact with residents and visitors.  Don't miss live music, unique shopping, and wonderful food.

Horse-drawn wagon and carriage rides around the village, departing from The Sherwood Inn, provided by Rt. 80 Quarry Ridge Stables. Wagon rides are $3 per person, $10 per family; carriage rides are offered for a $50 donation (on select dates only)

Midday Revels—Christmas carol sing-along—2 p.m. Saturday & Sunday at the gazebo. Twelve groups form, representing the 12 days of Christmas. The groups vie for attention, and at the end, Queen Victoria awards a silver teasel to the most spirited performer. Winners have been known to wear their coveted silver teasels throughout the season.

“A Christmas Carol” trunk shows, in which Dickens performs lighthearted versions of his new story with help from the audience, 1 p.m. at the gazebo.

Contact: 315-685-0552
Location: Downtown, Skaneateles NY
Dickens Christmas

Click the Calendar of Events below to see details on what is happening each day of Dickens Christmas!

 

Thank you to our presenting sponsor, Howard Hanna!

Howard Hanna Staff pic with Dickens

Parking Information

Please note that there are two parking lots that you can utilize during Dickens Christmas. The municipal parking lot is located behind Doug's Fish Fry and Byrne Dairy and is a short walk to everything downtown. The cost to park at the municipal lot is $6 a day. The second lot is located at 1 Austin Street. This is a free parking lot but is about a 10-minute walk to downtown Skaneateles. You can find more information on parking by clicking here.


Photo by Alaina Davis

 

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Shop, Sip, and Stroll

 During Shop Skaneateles, you’re invited to shop throughout the day and Shop, Sip, and Stroll from 5 to 8 p.m. Many village shops will offer free gift wrapping and refreshments.

christmas tree with lights at the end of a pier at night