Hudson Holiday Stroll
Visitors can wander through downtown Hudson to experience horse-drawn carriage rides, a petting zoo, live music, and weather-permitting aerial cirque performances. Hudson Town Hall hosts photos with Santa, an expanded lighting ceremony, and an illuminated snow globe display. The celebration also features dining from local restaurants and food trucks, gift shopping with local vendors, and family games and crafts.
What to Expect
Downtown celebration featuring carriage rides, Santa photos, and illuminated displays.
Event Details
Duration
3:00–7:00 PM.
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Hudson
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Hudson Business Association
Food & Drink
Food trucks and downtown restaurants offer bites, including Rail Trail Flatbread Co., Welly’s Restaurant, Kith & Kin, and Café 641.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and visitors of all ages
Vibe
Festive, lively, community-centered
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Free to attend.
- Hours: Saturday, 3:00–7:00 pm.
Tips & Advice
- Stop at Hudson Town Hall first to pick up the event map, which has the schedules and locations for activities along Main Street.
- Dress for the weather, because the Stroll goes ahead rain, snow or shine, and aerial cirque performances only run if the weather allows.
- Bring winter items to donate, because local scouts are collecting them for veterans at the non-profit booths.
- Come hungry, as local restaurants and this year's larger lineup of food trucks are serving food during the Stroll.
- Be at Hudson Town Hall for the expanded lighting ceremony, where a new illuminated snow globe joins this year's displays.
Special Events & Promotions
- New for 2026: a special illuminated snow globe at Hudson Town Hall.
- An expanded lighting ceremony at Hudson Town Hall this year.
- Expanded food truck offerings and new performances for 2026.
- Additional lighting and displays added for 2026.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to do at the Stroll?
You can ride horse-drawn carriages, visit the petting zoo at Main Street Bank, watch aerial cirque performances when the weather allows, hear live music, play games, do crafts and shop with local vendors.
What's happening at Hudson Town Hall?
Town Hall has free photos with Santa, local vendors, live music, the expanded lighting ceremony and a special illuminated snow globe. You can also pick up the event map there, with schedules and locations.
Where can we eat?
Local restaurants and food trucks serve food, including Rail Trail Flatbread Co., Welly's Restaurant, Kith & Kin and Café 641. This year there are more food trucks.
Does it go ahead in bad weather?
Yes, the Stroll runs rain, snow or shine. Only the aerial cirque performances depend on the weather.
How can I get involved?
The Hudson Business Association is looking for sponsors, vendors, food trucks, performers, committee help and event volunteers. Fill out the contact form and the team will get in touch, or register as a vendor.
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