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Name: Official Christmas Connection
Start: 2024-11-22
End: 2024-11-24
Location: I-X Center

Don't miss out on the action!

39th Annual

More than 40,000 shoppers make this holiday tradition one of the top attended shows in the US.

Mark Your Calendars!

The Christmas Connection will return November 22-24, 2024.

A UNIQUE SHOPPING EVENT

Discover new holiday décor, apparel, toys, treats and more!

SantaLand is great for the little kids as they'll visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus and the Elves. Bring your Santa Letters and mail them in our Santa Mail Box!

Friday, November 22 from 8-10 a.m. Early Bird Shopping tickets get you into the show first!

Kids can shop too in the Sugar Plum Shoppe featuring over 3,000 pre-wrapped gifts (under $9.00 each), perfect for pint-sized wallets.

Interactive Vendor List

Support local businesses this holiday season! Search in the Interactive Vendor List for holiday décor, apparel, food and wine, jewelry, toys, and more!

View the Vendor List

From the Blog

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Why Christmas in July is the perfect time to start your Holiday Planning

Preparing for Christmas in July allows you to spread out the financial burden of holiday expenses, reducing stress and financial strain during the actual holiday season. Additionally, early preparation allows for creativity and thoughtful gift-giving, as you have more time to consider meaningful presents for loved ones. Read all about why now is the perfect time to start your holiday preparation.

A Christmas gift giving guide - making the most out of your holiday shopping

It's the most wonderful time of the year - and arguably one of the most stressful. Check out this gift giving guide to simplify your shopping this holiday season, whether you're buying for four or fourteen. Happy Holidays!

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Creating the Ultimate Charcuterie for Your Holiday Parties

It’s the perfect time to start planning your holiday parties and more importantly, what will be on the menu! Create the perfect charcuterie board that will impress your guests. Your charcuterie board can be customized to your guests' liking and will be the perfect appetizer to start your holiday party!