Yuletide at Historic Smithfield

Name: Yuletide at Historic Smithfield
Start: 2025-12-13T10:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-12-13T15:00:00-05:00
Location: 1000 Merry Oak Way, Blacksburg, VA, United States, Virginia 24060

Schedule

Sat Dec 13 2025 at 10:00 am to 03:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

1000 Merry Oak Way, Blacksburg, VA, United States, Virginia 24060 | Blacksburg, VA

Step back in time and experience the warmth, wonder, and traditions of the season at this special holiday event. This immersive celebration blends colonial customs, music, family fun, and heart‑warming charm for all ages.
What to expect:
Sip & Savor – Enjoy an elegant tea service inspired by centuries past, and sample colonial‑era sweets straight from 1700s‑inspired recipes.
Create & Craft – Get hands‑on with:
Tin‑punching to make your own ornament (a folk art craft inspired by early German settlers)
Designing your own wreath to bring festive greenery home
Writing a letter to Santa with an authentic ink quill — a keepsake to treasure
Meet & Greet – Capture the magic with a photo with Santa in a festive colonial setting.
Step Into the Dance – Learn English Country Dance with the talented Floyd Historical Dancers and feel the rhythm of the past.
Learn & Discover – Stroll through an artisanal vendor market featuring handcrafted gifts, watch blacksmiths and colonial militia reenactors at work, and soak in the living‑history ambiance.
This event is perfect for families, history enthusiasts, craft lovers — anyone who enjoys a festive, hands‑on holiday experience with a historic twist.