Elk Grove Dickens Street Faire
Visitors can wander Elk Grove Boulevard to explore dozens of craft, commercial, and community vendor booths, discover local shops, and grab a bite from food trucks at Old Town Plaza. The event features street performers, strolling Christmas carolers, live music, and professional photo opportunities with Santa alongside his dramatic fire department rescue. Families can visit Tiny Tim's Alley craft corner, listen to Story Time with Santa, and watch the evening tree lighting.
What to Expect
Features Santa's dramatic rescue by the Elk Grove Fire Department.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Old Town Elk Grove
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Old Town Elk Grove Foundation / Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce
Food & Drink
Food trucks are located in Old Town Plaza, and the event also lists Cookies & Cocoa.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children and holiday shoppers
Vibe
Festive and community-focused
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: Kids' craft corner: 10 am to 4 pm; vendors close at 5:00 p.m.; Christmas Tree Lighting at 6:00 p.m. The page also says there will be photo opportunities with Santa all day.
- Parking: The Old Town public lot at 9108 Elk Grove Blvd near School Street has 40 spaces.
- Accessibility: The Old Town public parking lot has two ADA-accessible spaces.
Tips & Advice
- Get the kids to Tiny Tim's Alley in Old Town Plaza during the day, because the free craft corner closes before the vendors do.
- Stay after the vendor booths close for carols, Story Time with Santa and the evening tree lighting on Walnut Street.
- Park in the Old Town public lot on Elk Grove Blvd near School Street, which has 40 spaces including two ADA spots.
- If you're applying as a vendor, send every required document in a single email, because calls and follow-up emails won't speed up the review.
Special Events & Promotions
- Christmas Tree Lighting in the evening, when Santa lights the tree on Walnut Street.
- Story Time with Santa and Christmas carols after the vendors close.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is there for kids?
Tiny Tim's Alley is a free kids' craft corner in Old Town Plaza, open during the day. Kids can also have photos taken with Santa, watch his fire department rescue, and stay for Story Time with Santa.
Where is the food?
Food trucks are parked in Old Town Plaza. Cookies and cocoa are also part of the day.
What happens after the vendors close?
Stay for Christmas carols and Story Time with Santa. Then Santa flips the switch to light the Christmas tree on Walnut Street.
How can I become a vendor?
There are separate applications for craft, new merchandise and non-profit vendors and for food vendors. Email your complete application with every required document in one message to dickens@elkgroveca.com. Local craft vendors get preference, and payment links go out only after approval.
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