Winter Wonderland and Holiday Marketplace 2023

Visit with Santa & Mrs. Claus for complimentary holiday photos with Santa and get up close to two of their LIVE reindeer at Winter Wonderland & Holiday Marketplace 2023 on Saturday, December 16th from Noon to 4:00pm in Ventura Harbor Village!

Faux snow will be falling, Dickenson carolers will be singing, holiday characters -snowman, reindeer, and penquin will be roaming, the Toy Soldier Band will be playing holiday tunes, Lakeshore Learning will host free crafting, face painting, chalk painting in front of Le Petit, carnival rides & games for kids on the Village Main Lawn, and more from Noon to 4pm.

This roaming holiday marketplace is made up of over 13 Village boutiques and stores to stroll through and enjoy your holiday shopping while at the same time supporting local artisans and business. Wonderful gift finds for everyone on your list! From handmade soaps and bath bombs, to socks, to hats, dive gear, nail care, jewelry, candles, stocking stuffers, kids gifts, cruise wear, women’s fashion, one-of-a-kind artisan finds, artwork, customized chocolate bars, beautiful pottery, hostess gifts, and much more!

Admission & parking are free!

• Barefoot Boutique is hosting a Holiday Open House from 12pm to 2pm featuring crafts, snacks, and a sale 20% off everything in store!
• Ventura Pottery Gallery is giving away handcrafted free ceramic gifts with a purchase of $30 or more in store (while supplies last).
• Ventura Boat Rentals has nighttime lit pedal boat rentals – cruise around the marina in a twinkling swan, dragon or duck pedal boat starting at 4:45pm