It’s that time of year, we have melted in the sun or dodged thunderstorms; and perhaps we are thinking about Christmas. At least that is the premise behind Christmas in July sales and Hallmark Channel’s reruns of their many holiday movies, no matter the genre.  (If you don’t believe us, do a web search and you’ll see).

We in the Blackstone Valley are not exempt from celebrating Christmas in July. Perhaps we feel we need a break from the heat by thinking about Santa and his sleigh …. or maybe we just like the holiday treats.  

Wright’s Dairy Farm is milking it too with some holiday treats on sale now through Sunday, July 25th.  You can order some of their holiday favorites like Buche de Noel, Christmas cookies or their delightful “snowman on beach” cupcakes.

If you’re like many, perhaps you have started your Christmas shopping already. If not, this weekend may be the time to start with two events coming up in the Valley. 

• Saturday, July 24 @ 4 – 7 pm, Christmas in July at the Elks Lodge 850 in Woonsocket. There will be food, a penny social, bazaar and games. MORE INFO

• Sunday, July 25 @ 12 – 5 pm, Christkindlmarkt in Sommer (Summer Christmas Market), German American Cultural Society (GACSRI) in Pawtucket. The GACSRI decided to combine its annual Christkindlmarkt with its Sommerfest. There will be a number of local artisans and retailers selling at this outdoor market and the Biergarten (Beer Garden) will be open for snacks and beverages. MORE INFO.

Don’t forget to tune into Lite 105 out of East Providence while on the road on Sunday for Christmas music all day to set the mood.

We’re also excited that the popular Blackstone Valley Polar Express is back for 2021!  Tickets are on sale now. Get your tickets now before they sell out.  PURCHASE TICKET!

Right now they’re running their own Christmas in July sale where all items in their Polar Express Gift Shop are 20% off until Saturday, July 31! Use code POLAR20 to receive this discount.