Events

Scroll through to see all the festivities to participate in this year! All events are free of charge unless otherwise specified. If you're only interested in certain types of events, please select a specific category from the drop down menu of this page.

Snowman Contest
Put your creative skills to the test! Using items found around your house (see sign up page for spending limit), make a snowman to be displayed outside Dunstable Town Hall. Make sure your creation can withstand the elements! See last year's winners below.

Dunstable Theater Collaborative Show
The Dunstable Theater Collaborative will be bringing a brand new show to this year's Jinglefest lineup. Get ready to be completely swept away and entertained as Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap comes alive on the Town Hall stage by our very talented neighbors and friends. As a special treat, tickets will be discounted to only $10 for Jinglefest so run and grab yourself some tickets as these shows are sure to sell out fast!
Do some holiday shopping and support local business by shopping at the craft fair! There will be over 20 vendors selling a variety of products. If you are interested in becoming a vendor, please read, complete, and return the application accessed by clicking the link above.

Silent Auction

We will have dozens of amazing items and experiences available for bidding in this year's Silent Auction! Most items are donated from our amazingly talented Dunstable neighbors and are worth hundreds of dollars, some examples are below. There are items for kids and adults alike, so everyone is sure to find something to bid on and since it is free to register to bid, you have nothing to loose! All items can be found in the Swallow Union Cafeteria with the Craft Fair. 

Santa's Arrival

Be sure you find your way to the town hall at at 3:45 because Santa will be arriving via in style to Wickham and Willoughby for a reading of a Classic Christmas book! 

Book Readings

After welcoming and greeting Santa, stick around at Wickham and Willoughby to listen to him and several local authors read your favorite books aloud. There will be hot chocolate to help you settle in and get cozy for a relaxing story time! 

Children's Midway

The familiar Santa Cookie Toss game will make a come-back this year, with several new games on the newly minted Children's Midway! Other games you will be able to find will be a Hidden Grinch Hunt, Snowball Darts, Duck Pool, and Fishing for Nutcrackers. Prizes will be awarded to all kids who are able to beat each game, so be sure to try your hand at them all! There will also be a festive photo booth for additional fun.
Each year we have various groups singing traditional holiday songs outside while visitors walk from event to event. Any kind of group is welcome to sign up - family, friends, sports teams, book clubs, etc. - who want to sing together and get in the season! Click the link above to reserve your time slot. If you're walking around between various events, be sure to stop by the caroling station, have a listen, and say hi!

Chowder Cook-Off
In 2022 we got to try some of the best chili recipes around. In 2023 we were treated to some delicious Mac-N-Cheese. This year? Get ready for CHOWDER! We are New Englanders aren't we? Corn Chowder, Clam Chowder, Fish Chowder, Lobster Bisque, or any other special soup you want. Click the link above to sign up to put your Chowder to the test. Winner will get a special prize!

Refreshments

Attending all these events is sure to wear you out, so stop by our refreshment table to have some coffee, hot chocolate, and snacks! All refreshments are donated by volunteers. If you are interested in donating goodies to the table, please email us or sign up in the SignUpGenius at the bottom of the home page!

Tully Farms Dairy Truck

The famous Tully Truck will be making an appearance this year with Tully eggnog available for purchase. Come by, say hi, and take some quintessential Dunstable pictures with the most recognizable truck around!

Gingerbread House Decorating Contest
Love the winter holiday season, but have a competitive side? Try your hand at making your own Gingerbread Home and put it on display! Last year's submissions were stunning and the winner can be seen below. The winner will win a prize (to be determined).

Decorate Your Own Gingerbread Cookies

Come and decorate your own yummy and beautiful gingerbread cookie to take home (and the recipe too)! The cookies, frosting, and all decorations will be provided and you can learn how to decorate a cookie from Amanda, the professional baker from Short and Sweet Bakery in Tyngsboro. Spaces are on a first come first served basis for each 20 minute session between 4:00 and 6:00PM, so make sure to show up and get your space reserved on the day of the event. A MASSIVE THANK YOU to West Auto of Dunstable for sponsoring this event so it can be free for participants!

Kids Holiday Art Display
Calling all art lovers! Hey kids, want to have your artwork displayed to show off to all your friends, family, and neighbors? Well, we want to see how creative you can be! We will have your holiday themed artwork up on the walls of the Fellowship Hall of The Dunstable Church. Be sure to tell everyone you know to go check out your masterpiece! Need some inspiration? Click the link above for some pre-designed coloring pages! Feel free to email us with any questions.

Santa Visit

Santa Claus is coming to town - our town! Santa will be taking time out of his busy schedule to come and listen to what you want for Christmas and let you take a photo or two with him. If there is a line, be sure to go make a craft to take home while you wait for your turn!

Kid's Crafts

Is there a line to take a picture with Santa? Or did you arrive early for your cookie decorating time slot? To fill the time, head to the downstairs hallway of the church (across from the preschool) to make an ornament to take home! 

Journey To Bethlehem

Come and take the Journey to Bethlehem and hear the story of Jesus' birth. In only 30 minutes, you and your group will be guided from Nazareth to Bethlehem. You'll meet Roman Soldiers, Shepherds, Angels, and even live animals!

S'mores Station

Before starting on your Journey to Bethlehem, be sure to warm yourself by the fire and make a S'more at our S'mores station (right at the entrance to the Journey) to sustain you for your trip! Thanks to the Boy Scouts for ensuring the fire is well tended.

Choral Presentation

Come and end your evening by listening to the Dunstable Church choir singing Christian Christmas music. The presentation will be interspersed with sing-a-longs of familiar Christmas Carols, so be sure to bring your beautiful voices and holiday spirit!