Illustration of a holiday party scene (Sweet Society's Christmas Cookie Extravaganza 2026)
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Sweet Society's Christmas Cookie Extravaganza 2026

Participants bring two dozen cookies to swap, leaving with a curated box filled with treats from other local bakers. The gathering includes shopping opportunities with local vendors, background Christmas music, and a hot cocoa stand. Guests can also enter a raffle for a holiday gift basket featuring local items.

What to Expect

A large-scale cookie exchange featuring holiday shopping and hot cocoa.

Event Details

Ages

under_14_with_guardian

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Alexxis Ellison

Food & Drink

Visitors can exchange cookies by bringing two dozen to participate, and a hot cocoa stand is included with a ticket.

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Cookie lovers, local bakers, and families

Vibe

Festive and social

Energy Level

Moderate

Budget

$$

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Location

Mercantile on Main
240 East Main Street, Rochester, NY 14604
Rochester, NY
14604

Know Before You Go

  • Parking: Free street parking and a parking garage are available.

Tips & Advice

  • Bring two dozen cookies if you want to take part in the exchange; participants leave with a box of treats from local bakers.
  • Children can share an adult’s cookie box, or get their own with an additional ticket; attendees under 14 need a guardian.
  • Use the free street parking or available parking garage listed for the event to simplify your arrival.
  • Wear a festive outfit or holiday sweater if you want to follow the event’s suggested dress theme.
  • Check-in begins at 1:45 p.m., while the exchange starts at 2:30 p.m.; arrive in time to check in before swapping.

Special Events & Promotions

  • A child can share a cookie box with an adult, or get their own box with an additional ticket.
  • A raffle offers a holiday gift basket featuring local items.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What do I need to bring to take part in the cookie exchange?

Bring two dozen cookies to receive a box of cookies from other local bakers and cookie lovers.

Can children attend?

Yes. Children under 14 must attend with a guardian. A child can share the adult’s cookie box, or have an additional ticket for their own box.

What else is included besides the cookie exchange?

There is a hot cocoa stand, holiday shopping with local vendors, Christmas music and a raffle for a Rochester-themed holiday gift basket.

Is there parking nearby?

Free street parking and a parking garage are available.

Do I need to wear anything festive?

Holiday sweaters and festive outfits are encouraged.

Tags

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Last Updated: Nov 5, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team