Georgetown's Christmas Market keeps an old-world December alive

Some towns string up lights and call it a season. Georgetown turns the clock back about a hundred years.

For two weekends in December, the historic 6th Street district becomes an outdoor European-style market. The long-running traditions include roasted chestnuts, horse-drawn wagon rides, St. Nicholas, period costumes, and carolers between the shops.

The Santa Lucia Children’s Procession has also become part of the market’s identity. The exact daily schedule can change, so look for the current program before planning around one performance.

Historic Georgetown, Inc. has put on the market for more than six decades; the 2026 edition is the 66th. The town and event schedule change from year to year, and Georgetown fills quickly on market weekends.

For current dates, hours, parking, and the day’s program, check Historic Georgetown and Visit Georgetown before the trip.