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 Let the Holidays Begin

 

Kick off your holiday with a special event hosted by the Gettysburg Festival.  The third annual Gingerbread House Celebration begins on Friday evening, November 30.  Bring the family to enjoy the creations of local chefs, families and gingerbread enthusiasts as they compete for the cash prizes.

First Prize - $500 sponsored by Gettysburg Hotel Est.      1797

Second Prize - $250 sponsored by Barb Zimmerman and  Suzanne Christianson - RE/MAX of Gettysburg

Third Prize - $100 sponsored by Judie and John  Butterfield

 

Place your bid to own one of these masterpieces, with proceeds to benefit the non-profit Gettysburg Festival.   

 

NEW this year - shop at the Holiday Mart, filled with unique holiday gifts from your friends at Foxxy Moxxy. A special selection of gifts for young shoppers will also be available.  

 

Join the children as they decorate our oversized Gingerbread House with candy from Mister Ed's Elephant Museum (it's where the candy and fudge is).  We also expect a special visit from Santa himself.  

 

 

 

Gingerbread
Important Details:  

Friday, November 30 - Opening Reception - 5 pm - 7:30 pm

Saturday, December 1 - Family Day - 9 am - 4 pm (Bidding ends at 3:30 pm) - Santa is expected around 1:30 pm

Event Location:  Adams County Arts Council Arts Education Center, 125 S. Washington Street, Gettysburg
Call for volunteers

Where else can you spend the day (or just a few hours) watching the magical reactions from children (and adults) as they stroll through a roomful of Gingerbread creations.  If you would like to volunteer to help at the Gingerbread Celebration, call the Festival office or email info@gettysburgfestival.org for a list of opportunities.  

White House Chef Book
The White House Chef

Looking for a gift for that special person who just loves to cook. Autographed copies of Walter Scheib's book, White House Chef, are available at the Festival office for $30.  Call or stop by the office for a copy.  
The Gettysburg Festival celebrates American arts, culture and cuisine against the historic backdrop of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. This tourism initiative provides access to the arts to inspire, entertain and educate the public.