Holidays can be a bit hectic especially with trips to busy shopping malls filled with expensive wish-list items. Do you ever wish for the good old days? For an old-fashioned holiday celebration that will take you back in time, visit Hannibal and their Victorian Festival of Christmas. Enjoy old-fashioned activities and some modern ones too but most of all rediscover the reason for the season this holiday season in Missouri.
Each December, Hannibal hosts the Victorian Festival of Christmas along the city’s historic streets.
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Shops decorate their windows with old-fashioned decor while lights twinkle from rooftops.
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Earlier this month, the events kicked off with a Babes in Toyland Parade. This adorable parade lets children show off their favorite toy and celebrate with Santa!
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Holiday carriage rides are available throughout the month. Admission is $5 for those 3 and up.
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Other events during the month include a live performance of Miracle on 34th Street, a trip on the Polar Express, and visits from Santa Claus.
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There are also opportunities for crafting. Learn to make bows for the perfect holiday basket, decorate cookies, or build a gingerbread house.
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In addition to participating in all the activities, be sure to visit the local shops for the perfect gift.
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Take a Journey to Bethlehem or reserve tickets to A Shepherds Tail where you will travel back 2,000 years and hear the story of the first Christmas night ever.
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There is so much to do and see at Hannibal’s Victorian Festival of Christmas. Make plans to visit before Christmas has come and gone.
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Have you been to Hannibal’s Victorian Festival Christmas? Tell us about your visit in the comments below.
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For more information about Hannibal’s Victorian Festival of Christmas and all the events visit their webpage here.
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