Saturday, December 12, 2026
Christmas Market
A Christmas market for the whole community. Join us for a festive afternoon of local makers, live music, food, beer, coffee, hot chocolate, and holiday warmth on our historic campus.
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The market is happening now. Come on out!
- Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Location: St. John's
- Admission: Free admission
- Parking: Free parking
- Weather: Snow or shine
Everyone’s welcome — members, neighbors, and strangers alike.
Every door is open
People walk and drive past our campus every day without knowing what’s inside. The Christmas Market is one afternoon a year when every door is open, and the whole community is welcome — no expectations, no strings attached. Just a warm invitation to wander, meet your neighbors, and enjoy the season together.
Whether this is your first time on our campus or your hundredth, you belong here on December 12th.
Local Makers
Browse handmade gifts, candles, woodwork, honey, and unique finds from neighborhood artisans and small businesses.
Live Music
Local singer-songwriter Jim Avett headlines in the historic sanctuary, with seasonal performances throughout the day.
Food & Drinks
Schnitzel from a local German food truck, hot coffee from a roving espresso bar, and craft cocktails, mocktails, and beer from Liquid Voyage.
Historic Sanctuary
Step into our 19th-century sanctuary for performances, choral groups, and the calm of a meeting house that has welcomed Concord since the 1800s.
Heritage Center Tours
Walk through the story of St. John’s and the surrounding community as America marks its 250th anniversary.
Family Friendly
Bring the kids, meet neighbors, and spend an unhurried afternoon together. All ages welcome.
Shop local
Real makers, real gifts, all in one afternoon
Browse handcrafted goods, artisan finds, and small-batch surprises from makers who live right around the corner. Most are running weekend studios, side businesses, or brand-new ventures — this is where you find the gift you didn’t know existed, and meet the person who made it.
- Handmade candles, soaps, and home goods
- Woodwork, ceramics, and turned bowls
- Local honey, jam, and pantry staples
- Holiday wreaths and seasonal décor
- Jewelry, leather, and stitched goods
- Art prints, paintings, and photography
- Small-batch baked treats to take home
- Returning favorites and brand-new makers
Live in the sanctuary
Jim Avett headlines an afternoon of music
Concord local Jim Avett — singer, songwriter, and father of The Avett Brothers — joins us for an afternoon of folk, old-time gospel, and Christmas favorites. Local choirs and ensembles fill out the day. Step into our 18th-century sanctuary, find a pew, and stay as long as you like.
- Jim Avett — folk, old-time gospel, and holiday songs
- Piedmont Choral (pending confirmation)
- Via de Cristo Chorus (pending confirmation)
- Seasonal performances throughout the afternoon
- Open seating in the historic sanctuary
- Free, no ticket needed — come and go as you please
Bites and brews
German classics, craft cocktails, and hot coffee
Warm up with a coffee from a roving espresso bar, dig into German classics from a local food truck, and round out the afternoon with craft cocktails, mocktails, and beer from Liquid Voyage. Something hot, something cold, and something for the kids.
- German food truck — schnitzel, sausages, pretzels (menu confirming)
- Liquid Voyage — craft beer, cocktails, and mocktails
- Roving espresso bar — coffee, hot chocolate, seasonal drinks
- Kid-sized hot cocoa
- Outdoor seating and warming areas
- Additional food vendors announced closer to the event
All ages welcome
An unhurried afternoon for the whole family
Bring the kids, the grandparents, and the strollers. The market spreads across our campus and historic sanctuary with plenty of room to wander, snack, listen, and sit a while. No tickets, no rush, no pressure — just an afternoon with your community.
- Free admission and free parking
- Stroller- and wheelchair-friendly paths
- Indoor restrooms and warming spaces
- Open seating in the sanctuary during performances
- Kid-friendly drinks, snacks, and quiet corners
- Snow or shine — the sanctuary stays warm
Notifications
Get Christmas Market updates
Featured artists, additional food vendors, and event details will be announced as December approaches. Drop your email, and we’ll keep you posted.
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Sponsors
Sponsoring the Christmas Market and growing community tradition puts your name alongside one of Concord’s oldest community institutions and an event built around hospitality, local makers, and gathering well. Recognition includes placement in our printed market program, on signage, on our website, and across social media.
Vendors
Share what you make! We’re accepting applications from local makers, handcrafted goods, artists, seasonal products, and side businesses for the 2026 market. Spaces are intentionally affordable and the barrier to entry is low. Outdoor spaces are limited — early applications are encouraged.
