A Classic Christmas in Yesteryear Village this Saturday

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A Classic Christmas in Yesteryear Village this Saturday

Who/What: Organizers of “A Classic Christmas in Yesteryear Village” are planning to bring out the holiday spirit the old-fashioned way. The Village’s historic buildings will be minimally decorated, indicative of the time period portrayed in Yesteryear Village. Masks or facial coverings are mandatory to enter the grounds and at all times while at the event.

 

When: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 12, 2020

 

Where: Yesteryear Village, 9067 Southern Blvd., West Palm Beach

 

Santa Claus:

  • Farmer Santa and Mrs. Claus will appear with social distancing requirements. They will be set up at Cracker Cow Camp for pictures and stand behind the children who will be sitting on a bench. Times: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 1-2:30 p.m.

 

Admission: $10 adults (ages 12 and up); $7 seniors and children (6 – 11); Free for ages 5 and under

 

Entertainment & Activities:

  • Wellington Collegiate Chorus from 3-3:40 p.m. and 6:30-7:10 p.m.
  • Carolers and Fiddler Jim will roam the grounds providing music.
  • DJ Sound Channels and a guitarist will play Christmas Music under the pavilion.
  • Guests may visit with farm animals, take in a gingerbread decorating demonstration, participate in a Christmas Tree scavenger hunt, and make takeaway crafts.
  • Picnic lunches are encouraged.
  • The general store will be open for snacks, drinks and holiday shopping.

 

For more information: Call 561-795-3110, email yyv@southfloridafair.com or visit the website, www.southfloridafair.com.

 

Media contact: Please call or text Doreen Poreba at (772) 215-2333 if you plan to cover either of these events.

 

About Yesteryear Village

Yesteryear Village is a living history park nestled on 10 acres at the South Florida Fairgrounds, 9067 Southern Boulevard, in West Palm Beach. The park showcases buildings and artifacts prior to 1940. The large collection of early, original and replicated buildings includes three prominent historic buildings — The Red Level Baptist Church, The Bink Glisson Museum and the Riddle House — an old school, a farm, a blacksmith shop, a general store, and several houses. There also is the Sally Bennett Big Band Hall of Fame Museum — the only big band museum in the United States. Group and school guided tours are available by request. Call (561) 795-3110 to schedule a tour or register and pay online at www.southfloridafair.com. Special events, photo shoots, weddings, and corporate events also are available. Call (561) 790-4908 for additional information and to reserve the facility.