Join us for a truly magical experience at Ripon's Christmas in the Village!

Christmas in the Village is like a scene right out of an old-time movie with stores deck out in holiday decor, and holiday music wafting through the air. Our locally owned businesses are warm and inviting, providing extended store hours for this event. And it's early in the holiday season so our stores have a great selection of unique products that will satisfy the pickiest person on you shopping list.

Stroll from shop to shop as you develop your holiday shopping list. Those visiting will find unique gifts, clothing, jewelry, furniture and more. All activities take place outdoors, please dress appropriately.

Downtown Ripon is a wonderful outdoor location to take selfies or holiday family photos. This is a perfect opportunity to discover the unique shops & restaurants located in the downtown historic district. 

Santa is coming to downtown Ripon on Friday evening, November 14th at approximately 6:00 pm to help usher in the start of the holiday season and Christmas in the Village. Santa will make his way down Watson Street to The Village Green, and will light the decorations on the bandstand and greet those in attendance.

Santa returns to The Village Green Saturday morning, November 15th from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm for an opportunity to greet children as well as those young at heart. The event will also feature an ice sculpting demonstration on The Square from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, a live reindeer display at the Village Green from 12:00 to 4:00 pm, and carriage rides through the district from 2:00 to 4:00 pm. The carriage pick-up and drop-off will take place at the corner of Watson and W. Fond du Lac Street.

Date: November 14-15, 2025

Hours:
Friday: 6:00 to 8:00 pm
Saturday: 11:00 am to 5:00 pm

Location: Downtown Ripon, WI

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