Maplewood Christmas Tree Walk
The celebration begins with costumed carolers, the arrival of Santa Claus, and the lighting of the town Christmas tree. Visitors can take horse-drawn carriage rides and explore merchant open houses across downtown Maplewood featuring live entertainment, discounts, and refreshments. Children can also visit Santa Claus in the bank lobby.
What to Expect
Holiday celebration featuring tree lighting, carriage rides, and Dickensian holiday spirit.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Maplewood
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Mid County Chamber of Commerce
Food & Drink
Visitors can sip hot chocolate and find complimentary refreshments at many open houses; 2026 participants list treats, hot chocolate, holiday tea samples, and adult drink specials, tastings, or pairings.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and visitors who enjoy a festive downtown stroll
Vibe
Festive and dickensian
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: Event: 6:00 pm–9:00 pm; carriage rides: 6:00–9:00 p.m.; Santa visit: 6:15 p.m.–8:00 p.m.; carriage ride tickets go on sale at 5:30 pm.
- Parking: Street parking and public lots are free. Do not park in private lots. Recommended options are street parking on Sutton Blvd. south of Hazel, Manchester Ave., Marietta Parking Lot, and Bellevue Parking Lot.
Tips & Advice
- Get to the CNB parking lot early for carriage ride tickets, since they go on sale before the kick-off and are first come, first served.
- Expect to share your carriage with other riders, because carriages are filled, private rides aren't offered, and carriage tickets are non-refundable.
- Park for free on Sutton Blvd. south of Hazel, on Manchester, or in the Marietta or Bellevue lots, and stay out of private lots.
- Bring your camera to the CNB Bank lobby, where Santa visits with children after the tree lighting and families are welcome to take photos.
- Dress warmly for an evening outdoors, since the night moves from the tree lighting in the park to carriage rides and open houses across downtown.
Special Events & Promotions
- Vom Fass STL: Sankt Nikolaus hands out goodie bags to kids, with spiced cider and wine tasting for adults
- Schlafly Bottleworks: a boozy hot chocolate special, kid-friendly hot chocolate and candy canes
- Maplewood Lions Club gives out Christmas books and candy canes in CNB Park
- Sabroso Cocina Mexicana: stocking stuffers for kids, s'mores quesadillas and winter drinks for adults
- Traveling Tea samples hot holiday teas, and Scheidt offers a gift with purchase
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens at the kick-off?
The night starts in CNB Bank Park with caroling, Santa's arrival and the lighting of the town Christmas tree. After that, activities spread out across downtown Maplewood.
How do the carriage rides work?
Tickets are sold in the CNB/Schnucks parking lot on a first-come, first-served basis. Carriages are filled up, so smaller groups may be put together, and there are no private rides. Tickets are non-refundable.
Where can kids see Santa?
After the tree lighting, Santa visits with children in the CNB Bank lobby, across the street from the park. Families are welcome to take photos.
What do the shops offer during the walk?
Many storefronts have live entertainment, free refreshments and special discounts. This year, Schlafly Bottleworks has boozy and kid-friendly hot chocolate. Traveling Tea is sampling hot holiday teas, and Vom Fass STL has goodie bags for kids plus spiced cider and wine tastings for adults.
Where should I park?
Street parking and public lots are free, but don't park in private lots. Good options are Sutton Blvd. south of Hazel, Manchester, the Marietta lot behind the 7300 block, and the Bellevue lot at Bellevue and Manchester.
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