Barkerville’s and Christmas’ Magic returns this year for one wondrous weekend.
The Historic Town and Park will host its annual Christmas event on December 13 and 14, offering the community a chance to find last minute Christmas gifts and experiences.
“We are very excited to celebrate Olde-Fashioned Christmas,” says Stewart Cawood, Manager of Public Programming and Media at Barkerville, in a statement.
“Our visitors and staff look forward to this weekend every year. It’s thanks to a generous donation from Osisko Mining Development – Cariboo Gold Project that we can offer programming like this that brings the town to life.”
Olde-Fashioned Christmas will give guests the chance to browse the unique shops the Historic Town has to offer. Mason & Daly, C. Strouss & Co., and the Eldorado Gift Shops will be open on both days. McPherson’s Jewellers will be open by appointment only.
As always, guests will be serenaded by caroling along Main Street, and be warmed with the chili at the House Hotel Saloon, and the baked goods at Goldfields.
More winter classics will also be available. The blacksmith’s forge and the Cariboo Sentinel will be operating, as well as the Town’s Live Programming. Horse-drawn sleigh rides and photos with Father Christmas will also be available, and can be booked in person during the weekend.
Visitors should prepare for the conditions. Dress warmly and prepare for the changing winter weather and road conditions along Highway 26.
More information and booking admissions can be found on Barkerville’s website.
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