Poplar Hall Christmas Parade of Horses & Market in Historic Chesapeake City, MD

Name: Poplar Hall Christmas Parade of Horses & Market in Historic Chesapeake City, MD
Start: 2024-12-14T10:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-12-14T16:00:00-05:00
Location: Chesapeake City Town Hall

Schedule

Sat Dec 14 2024 at 10:00 am to 04:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Chesapeake City Town Hall | Chesapeake City, MD

One of the Most Beautiful Christmas Events Around returns by Popular Demand for 2024!
The Annual POPLAR HALL CHRISTMAS PARADE OF HORSES & MARKET, (sponsored by the Town of Chesapeake City & Chamber of Commerce) walked through Historic Chesapeake City, MD - one of the most beautiful Victorian towns in the country will be the home of an Equestrian Christmas Wonderland on Sat. Dec 14th (rain date Sun Dec 15th.)
The area is recently known more for the bridge, great seafood and beautiful boats traveling in and through our C&D Canal, but we’re proud to say that it’s one of the most iconic places in the country when it comes to its Equine heritage.
Some of the greatest racehorses in equine race history hail from this town, from the likes of Allaire duPont's “Kelso” (Ranks fourth on the Top 100 Racehorses of 20th Century, and Five Time Consecutive Horse of the Year Winner), “Northern Dancer” (Also an incredible racehorse and one of the most successful sires of the 20th century.) Due to the massive success in racing and equestrian breeding, the area also has an illustrious history in additional horse disciplines that will be represented in the event.
Equestrian legends, Boyd & Silva Martin will be the Honorary Parade Marshals for the event and will ride in a carriage in the finale.
Boyd is an Olympic Equestrian from the sport of eventing based in Cochranville, PA. He’s been to four Olympic Games including Paris this summer where he finished 10th individually. He has two team golds and one individual gold from the Pam American Games and has won two five-stars including the inaugural Maryland 5-Star. He is currently ranked 6th in the world.
Silva, a German-born dressage rider, is a successful competitor, trainer, and coach for both dressage and event riders. Silva has competed internationally around the world and was a member of the gold medal team at Nations Cup In 2014 aboard her homebred mare, Rosa Cha W.
THE DAY:
9:00 am to 9:45 am is the HORSE MEET & GREET!
Come say hello to the Parade Riders & their Horses at the CC Elementary school while they're preparing for the parade.
10:00 AM Horse Parade begins, with the singing the National Anthem and Bagpiper. The parade to include riding teams from: Dressage, Harness, Eventing, Fox Hunting, Carriage Driving, Draft/Work, Pony Clubs and more. Boyd & Silva Martin to end the parade in a carriage with our own European Father Christmas.
NEW FOR 2024:
- KRAMPUS Rides in the Parade!
The team at Poplar Hall brings their own version of the Central European popular legend to spend the holiday with everyone!...He'll also be interacting with parade-goers at the market!
- BOHEMIA MANOR REUNION!
If you were a student, teacher or worked for the HS, come back to CC and celebrate the holiday at the event.
CHRISTMAS MARKET BEGINS AT 11:00 AM
The Poplar Hall team will also be transforming Pell Gardens into a unique all handmade, old world style Christmas that differs from anything in the area. Purchase ‘one of a kind’ handcrafted gifts or handcrafted eats from 30+ different artisans for your loved ones, while speaking directly to the one that actually made the piece.
Meet a REAL Father Christmas!
He'll be on hand to greet eventgoers and tell his stories of Christmas from times past to all the little ones and families.
Get a Selfie and Hang Out with KRAMPUS!
The European prankster will chat and interact with anyone who dares....maybe you can help him realize what a true Christmas is all about!
Meet Boyd & Silva Martin in town during the Market. Two of the most prominent equestrians in the world today, will be available to meet and sign autographs etc...
CHRISTMAS CONCERT will be performed on the Pell Gardens amphitheater.
The Bohemia High School chorus & band will be caroling through town, as will the school band performing in the streets!
Purchase the Official Parade of Horses print at Town Hall by Shawn Faust - one of nations most renowned equine artists. Enjoy wonderful festive fare from our local Chesapeake restaurants and local brew, wine and spirits too sip while you shop.
**RAIN DATE ON SUNDAY DEC 15TH**
MORE EXCITING INFO TO COME!
The Shelton Family would like to wish you and your family a wonderful Christmas and a safe holiday season.
Sincerely,
Gregory, Dawn and Alexander Shelton
POPLAR HALL