Soak up the sights and sounds of Christmas as you meander through our market of sparkling lights, trees, and merry music.
Shop for unique gifts and watch as artisans delight you with live demonstrations. Lace up your skates or head over to the Kid’s Corner. View the lighting of the Town Tree as you enjoy delicious food, beer or hot chocolate. Come back again, and again, to explore all festivities in our beautiful Christmas Marketplace.
Bubba’s Wood
This artist, Irvin Harris, is known by Sammy to his fellow North Rowan High School peers.
Coming from Kodiak, Tennessee, this Smoky Mountain Artisan brings primitive/barnwood nativities, Tobacco Stick trees, Wood clocks, Wooden Flags, and more.
County Line Bakery
County Line Bakery is located in Cleveland, NC.
Catie Nottingham brings her delicious goods from her home bakery. Stop by her tent and grab some of her mini cakes, cookies, gingerbread, pumpkin rolls, caramel corn, breads, and much more to entice the palate!
Daughter like Mother
Local artisan, Sarah Casper, creates unique home décor.
Check out her distressed windows w/ photos, nutcracker and snowmen shutters, grinch/snowmen ornaments, pet feeding bowls, dog paw wreaths, word plaques and more.
Denisha Clouse
Denisha creates seasonally based gift baskets and gift sets. She loves to utilize hand crafted items for a personal touch, as well as make each gift basket unique.
She also sells “Blind Date with a Book” which seems to always be a customer favorite.
Debi’s Homespun
Debi Garret is a Spencer original. She creates beautifully hand-crafted felted wool and acrylic hats with exquisite style and color. She also makes ornaments and pine straw baskets.
Debi’s hats have been featured in boutiques in South Carolina. and Asheville, North Carolina.
She conducts workshops in hat making and felting near her home in Travelers Rest, SC.
EvyLights
From candles, melts, room sprays, lotion bars, beard oils & balms, Laurie Berrier Wood and Sherri Hall have a little something for everyone.
They also offer products made with Tallow, ex: whipped creams, lotions and balms. Stop by and check out these amazing products and grab something to put a smile on the faces of family and friends!
Five Little Dragons
Beautiful crocheted “Stuffies”. Sommer loves to crochet stuffed animals and other fun characters. You don’t want to miss these adorable creations!
She participates in various local events and craft shows.
Find Sommer Medford at
Hindsight
From handwoven shawls, scarves, guitar straps, bags, placemats, dog collars, and more…Artisan Julie Brown weaves her magic into every beautiful piece. Stop by and enjoy the quality of her Artistry and while you are there, ask her about her role as a musician in the group, Hindsight Bluegrass!
PAW-sitively Dashing
Julia Early comes to us from Pilot Mountain.
She makes handmade pet accessories including over-the-collar bandanas, fur bows, organic catnip toys, pet themed folded book art, and peanut butter dog treats (NCDA registered)
Pennie’s Place
Pennie’s is the Place – to shop for Boho bags, wreaths, earrings, ornaments, wallets, tissue covers, zipper bags, glasses cases, toiletry bags, bowl cozies, backpack bags, scrubbies and lanyards. She also makes an assortment of goods with handmade embroidery.
Pop’s Shop
Buzz Curlett is a master at woodworking. From beautiful cutting & Charcuterie boards to flags, ornaments, door hangers, earrings, lanterns, tic-tac-toe boards, bottle openers, saying jars, Pop’s Shop has it all. Looking for a special way to leave Santa and his Reindeer a special snack on Christmas Eve? Buzz has a Santa Board just for you!
Shaped by Nature
Heather and Chon Carlile take their inspiration from nature. They have been featured in Salisbury Magazine, Yadkin Valley Magazine, Ceramics Art + Perception, and on Roy’s Folks with Chad Tucker. You will find them at local NC Festivals, Mission Pottery in Lexington, Seagrove Pottery, and Village Craftsman in Ocracoke, NC. Come & see their unique styles of pottery. You may even find a whimsical snowman or Gnome.
The Goodie Bag
The little local bakery with BIG flavor, serving those celebrating special occasions or corporate events. They specialize in cocoa bombs, cupcakes, iced sugar cookies, cakes, decadent marshmallows, cheesecakes, cookies, cake pops, brownies, pies in a jar, truffles, cheesecake cupcakes and more!
The Old 97
The Old 97 pops the most delicious all natural kettlecorn done the old fashion way. They offer classic and specialty flavors, including Cheerwine and Sweet BBQ. They believe in bringing you the best quality kettle corn, always made fresh with nut-free, gluten-free, and dairy-free ingredients.
They will have Company Branded apparel and ornaments, packaged hot chocolate bombs and Holiday cookies.
Triple Cross Designs
Handmade wooden & acrylic home décor. This small, family-owned woodworking business specializes in customizable home décor using both traditional woodworking tools and lasers. They create interchangeable designs for holidays and special occasions. They can engrave names, dates, and events on customizable ornaments or leather patches for clothing and hats.
Apostle Que
Apostle ‘Que starts with locally sourced, weather aged and dried, hickory, cherry, and apple wood. They hand select quality meats and use the finest of seasonings to create the AQ Rub. And let’s not forget the flavorful AQ Mop Sauce that compliments the ‘Que so well, you may even get a little jealous.
All the ‘Que is smoked on site and hand pulled to order. Their dream is to share their love and passion of ‘Que with you!
December 6 only
Carter’s Craft Meats
Carter’s BBQ brings you dry rubbed BBQ with a Cleveland twist! They pursue the craft of smokes low and slow meats to give you the best experience in taste possible!
They will be serving:
Sloppy Joe BBQ
Hammy Sammy
Smoked Turkey Sandwich
Smoked Lamb Pita
Brisket Chili
Turkey Legs w/ BBQ sauce
Love & Butter
Love & Butter will be offering traditional German Cuisine. Their food is always made with the freshest ingredients and cooked to perfection right before your eyes.
Menu for Winterfest includes:
Baked apple w/ marzipan & hougat
Kaiserschmarn w/ apples
Pork roast sandwich w/ sauerkraut
Kasespatzle/Mac ‘n Cheese
German Baked Goods
December 7 & 8
Stick-It-2-You
Stick-It-2-You has been with Winterfest from the beginning
and is a crowd favorite.
They are dedicated to making delicious food on skewers, Including chicken kebabs, veggie kebabs, beef kebabs and
more.
Contact them for catering all events, parties, weddings, pool parties and more.
Lil Donut Express
The business was started in 1990 by Donna Barnhardt. After her death, the family decided to honor her memory by expanding the donut business that she loved, focusing on special events, festivals and fundraising.
Since 2009, Donna’s children and grandchildren have been involved in making donuts. The company is still in the family and run as a small family business.
“We all love what we do and enjoy bringing mini donuts to events around Cabarrus County.”
Garden Route Coffee
A local, family business that has its roots in South Africa. The owners, Rod and Tina Poplin, served as missionaries along the Garden Route of South Africa for 11 years. They fell in love with the local coffee culture and began to have an appreciation for quality coffee.
They desire to make a difference in their community and across the world. “Not only do we want to expose people to delicious coffee, but to also use it as a tool to build redemptive relationships with people.” A portion of their proceeds go to help fund ministries for the people along the Garden Route.
Cauble Creek
A local estate family-owned vineyard and winery that specializes in raising and producing native Muscadine varieties of grapes. Their wines are produced from estate grapes and neighboring estate Vinifera grapes raised in NC: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Malbec, Petite Verdot, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, and Viognier.
Their goal is to offer visitors to the vineyard a wonderful experience, quality food and wine products, while proudly promoting agritourism in our community of Salisbury and Rowan County.
New Sarum
Born in the heart of Salisbury, New Sarum Brewing derives its name from the original settlement name of Salisbury’s Sister City “Old Sarum” England.
The company is based on a basic principle, creating great craft beer. Each recipe begins with a study of an individual style of beer, searching history for proved and tested methods of creating the foundation. Full-body beers are created in a consistently high quality standard that sets them apart from the competition.
109 N Lee Street, Salisbury, NC
Friday, December 5, 2025
Southeast Middle
The Southeast Middle School 8th Grade Band is directed by Nathan Bowman, and the choir is directed by Ashley Shue. Both groups performed at the North Carolina Music Performance Adjudication and at the Festival of Music at Carowinds. Band students represented their school at the SCDBA All-District Honor Band. Choir students represented their school at Rowan-Salisbury Schools All-County Honors Choir. This year, the band & choir will travel to Orlando, FL to participate in the Music and the Art of Foley Workshop at Universal Studios.
Dimensions Dance
Dimensions Dance Arts is a studio for everyone. They provide fun, energetic, professional and technically correct dance training with a wide variety of classes. Beginning with the age of 3, they accept all ages, including adults. They offer group discounts so the whole family can enjoy. Located on Main Street in Rockwell.
Rowdy Rowan
Under the direction of Reneé Collins.
This group is comprised ofdancers with all levels of experience. Most have been dancing for many years.
They love all genres of music and enjoy performing for events.
Classes are on Thursday evenings at 6:30 pm. at the American Legion Post 342, 1024 Lincolnton Rd., Salisbury.
Kindred Spirits
The Kindred Spirits Praise Band is a performing group from Bethel United Methodist Church on Long Ferry Rd in Salisbury.
The group is made up of 6 members and they perform a lot of K-Love music as well as Christian parodies of songs everyone knows.
Getting to make music for God is a blessing for each one of us!
Saturday, December 6, 2025
Middleshire
Middleshire performs a blend of cover tunes and originals in an indie folk style. Some of the songs they play are from other genres, but their arrangements cast them in an innovative light.
Gary Combs
Vocals, Guitar, Mandolin, Fiddle
Darrell Brown
Vocals, Guitar
Jef Coburn
Vocals, Guitar, Pennywhistle,
Percussion
Triad Community
A non-profit organization focused on providing musicians in Forsyth Co and surrounding communities an opportunity to maintain and advance their musical skills and provide high quality musical entertainment.. The band consists of two formats including a traditional concert band group playing various styles of concert band programs such as classical, march, patriotic, and other exciting and fun selections for enjoyment of all ages. A smaller group of their members play a variety of jazz, big band, and swing classics.
The Moonglows
The MOONGLOWS are a six-part vocal harmony group that specializes in all genres of vocal group music, performing live shows in and around Salisbury. The Moonglows have quickly become Salisbury’s premier vocal harmony group and a fixture at many local music performances.
Formed in 2017, this versatile new singing group includes Kent Bernhardt, John Brincefield, Bill Bucher, Carol Harris, Kay Peeler and Ann Dandison. Each member has a wide variety of live music and theatre experience, both locally and elsewhere.
Faith Academy Band
The Faith Academy Charter School Band is under the direction of Jon Kirk, assistant director Ryan Crow and colorguard instructor Caitlin Shuffler.
This is the band’s second year of existence and has a fully functional middle & high school band, drum line and colorguard.
They will be playing holiday selections from Procession of the Kings, A Rockin’ Christmas, Winter Wonderland and Sleigh Ride.
Ricky Howsare
Originally from Bedford, PA, Ricky has been touching the lives of many through his gift of music for over 15 years! He has performed in musicals such as Godspell, Guys & Dolls, and Anything Goes, as well as various operas including The Old Maid & the Thief and The Magic Flute. Ricky acquired a Bachelor’s of Music from the University of Louisville. He has performed alongside recording artists such as The Lettermen, The Platters, gospel singer Larry Ford, and more. In 2014, Ricky was awarded the NATS Opera Award for his vocal division. Ricky spent two consecutive years as a resident performer at the American Music Theatre in Lancaster, PA.
Kelley Jane & Kevin Wayne
Kelley Hijleh (vocals) and Kevin Lorenz (guitar) are both seasoned music pros with training in classical music and offer a wide variety of styles and genres. Kelley was active in the music scene in NYC including a debut of an original piece at Carnegie Hall. Kevin has performed all over the Southeast including solo television specials and playing for a president. The band also features top notch upright bass and drums from Lee Metcalfe and Nick Black. If you want to put some great creative music on your radar check out the Kelley Jane and Kevin Wayne Band.
Sunday, December 7, 2025
Nebulux Music School
Rowan County’s #1 music education facility, located in Spencer, NC opened in June of 2016 and has been bringing music into the lives of many.
Their personalized training, consistence, and fun atmosphere keeps the people of Rowan coming in! They offer private training in various instruments, group projects and band opportunities.
To The Pointe
The goal of To the Pointe Dance Company is to teach quality dance and tumbling classes, in an encouraging environment, where students build self esteem and develop their talents. They want students to grow as dancers and be excited for a positive class experience.
A wide variety of classes are offered for students ages 3 and up, for the Beginner to the Advanced Student.
Heidi Sidelinker & Edan Aldridge
Heidi & Edanare an indie folk-rock duo blending heartfelt originals and reimagined covers with soaring harmonies and stunning guitar work. Performing as a duo, solo, or with their full bandRiver Down, they bring a rich, soulful sound influenced by a mix of genres. Whether intimate acoustic sets or full-band performances, Heidi & Edan captivate audiences with their authentic artistry and dynamic chemistry.
Spotlight Dance
Spotlight Dance Company is a dynamic dance studio located in the heart of downtown Salisbury, NC. Their knowledgeable professionals have been in the industry for decades and provide dance classes for toddlers to adults. At Spotlight Dance Company, they are passionate about dance and strive to inspire students to reach their full potential. Go dance with them and be part of their vibrant community!
Divided by Four
A hometown favorite and regional sensation, in a resonating mixture of Motown, Rhythm & Blues, Soul, Funk, ’70s hits, and classic rock.
Gerald Knox,
Lead guitarist & bass vocalist
Roland Reid, Guitar
Jerome Heggins
Lead vocals & percussion
Nate Thompson
Lead vocals & percussion
Alan Wyrick
Guitar, keyboard & backing vocals
Jimbo Martin
Drums & backing vocals
The Amazing Mr. Archer
One Christmas, a book entitled How to Make Balloon Cartoons was in his stocking and from that moment on he was intrigued with balloon twisting techniques. When his aunt took him to a baseball game, he made balloons instead of watching the game. It was not long before children asked him to make dogs, teddy bears, etc. Since that day, he has made balloon twisting his professional career for over 20 years.
Saturday, Dec 6, 4:00 – 8:00pm
Sunday, Dec 7, 4:00 – 8:00pm
Gingerbread House
One of the most popular activities for kids during Winterfest.
Santa’s Bakeshop at the Kids Corner will be buzzing with creativity as the little ones decorate their own Gingerbread house.
Saturday, Dec 6, 2:00pm
Create Ugly Sweaters
Our Crafty Crew will help you create an ugly sweater. Bring your own sweater or sweatshirt or choose from the limited number we have on hand.
Enjoy strutting around Winterfest wearing your Ugly Sweater creation.
Sunday, Dec 7, 2:00pm
Christmas Crafts
Our crafty elves have planned lots of fun crafts. Kids may make dazzling ornaments with jeweled stickers on snowmen and trees, or other easy to make crafts.
Various Christmas themed coloring sheets will also be available throughout the festival.
Jingle Bell Games
Whether throwing a snowball or tossing a ring, kids will have a blast in the Jingle Bell game tent.
Children of all ages are welcome to join us! They will receive a free entry stamp into the Games Tent. At the end of the games, the child may choose a prize. (while supplies last, limit one prize per day per child).
Doo Dah Parade
Help kick off Winterfest on Friday, December 5 with a parade that will culminate with the lighting of the Town Christmas Tree.
Bring your bike, wagon, scooter, stroller, or anything with wheels. Meet at the Kid’s Corner activity tent from 5:00 to 5:30 pm to decorate your wheels or make a craft to carry along the parade route.
Friday, Dec 5, 5:00pm
Letters to Santa
The Spencer Postal Service has a special type of Santa who handwrites an answer to letters that kids write to Santa.
Bring your letter to Santa’s Post Office located in the Indoor Market.
Winterfest has its own special postmark, so bring your letters or Christmas cards to be hand stamped.