Free photos with The Grinch

Children of all ages will love this Grinch! He isn’t a mean one at all. The Grinch will land his sleigh at The Galleria located at 915 Main Street and will be available for photos! Babies, children, teens, and adults will walk away with a smile after posing with the Grinch for one free 4x6 photo! You are also welcome to bring your own camera to make lasting memories of your own! We will be selling collectible Grinch ornaments again this year, provided by Accents Flags & Gifts.

While waiting to meet the Grinch and/or after visiting the Grinch you can enjoy some Holiday Shopping in The Galleria with great merchants there to fill your wish list with goodies!

Free Carriage Rides!

Take a step back in time and enjoy life at a slower pace for just a few minutes. Horse drawn carriages and buggies were a way of life in Downtown Lynchburg before the turn of the 20th century.

December 3, 10 and 17 from 10am to 2pm these carriages will return to the streets of Lynchburg. Lexington Carriage Company will be here with their beautiful carriages, friendly horses and great drivers. Rides are offered free to the public on a first come first serve basis with carriages leaving from 10th & Main and from the Community Market.

The slow pace of the carriage ride means you get to take in the sights and sounds of the holiday season. See the pretty window displays and store fronts of the downtown shops and boutiques. Spot a restaurant where you, your friends and family can grab lunch or come back for dinner. When the ride is through, step off to take care of all of your holiday shopping as you find unique gifts, handmade crafts and stocking stuffers at every turn.

Enjoy the day in Downtown Lynchburg- make it a holiday tradition you will enjoy for years to come.

Carriages are sponsored by Lynch’s Landing and the Friends of the Community Market.

Mistletoe Market at the Lynchburg Community Market

• Heritage Crafter's Gallery
• Seasonal Greenery
• Santa & Mrs. Claus

Mistletoe Market

Mistletoe Market is also held on the first three Saturdays in December but with a little extra time, from 7-4pm!

You can pick up something from one of their local shops or explore The Heritage Crafter’s Gallery as it offers an amazing array of unique, handcrafted items ideal for that someone you thought impossible to please. The Markets many restaurants, the bakery, and sweet shops will be there for you to enjoy as well!

Santa & Mrs. Claus

Of course the season would not be complete without the jolly ole’ fellow himself! He and Mrs. Claus will be at the Mistletoe Market from 10-2pm each of the three Saturday’s for pictures and good cheer. Photos with Santa are offered at a minimal charge.