Upcoming Events

Experience Gerald Charles Dickens’ one-man performance of The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby, a captivating one-hour adaptation of the literary classic. Bringing Dickens’ unforgettable characters to life, this theatrical event takes place on Saturday, September 20th at 7 PM. Individual tickets and VIP tables for two are available.

Kick off the Christmas season with the unveiling of the Annual Christmas Decoration Theme at Vaillancourt Folk Art in Sutton, MA. In addition to exploring the year’s inspiring decorations, premier numbers of the annual Starlight Chalkware Santa will be made available.

Shop, eat, drink, and celebrate the start of the season at the Vaillancourt Christkindlesmarkt & Artisan Show in the quintessential New England town of Sutton on Friday, November 14th and Saturday, November 15th. Shop a hand-curated selection America’s most respected and detailed artists while enjoying authentic German food and drink in the outdoor atmosphere of a European Christmas market. Tickets sold hourly to ensure a comfortable experience, but time is not limited.

Enjoy your Christmas shopping with our revamped Yuletide Wine Garden (formerly Outdoor Mini Wine Market)! These markets are every Saturday (starting November 29th) and Sunday (starting December 1st) through December 21st where we convert our outdoors into a festive wine garden. Bookend your shopping with Christmas wines, beer, and hot glühwein paired with freshly baked goods in a festive outdoor environment. Tickets not required.

Get into the Christmas Spirit with Dickens, by Dickens this Thanksgiving Weekend as Charles Dickens’ great-great-grandson, Gerald takes the stage at Vaillancourt Folk Art’s Blaxton Hall Theatre with a one-man performance of Dickens’ most recognized work, A Christmas Carol.

Step into Vaillancourt’s to shop fine art chalkware and holiday collections, explore festive decorations, and enjoy the outdoor Yuletide Wine Garden with a Christmas-themed cash bar, Frauleins Bakery’s German treats, and George’s Coney Island’s hot dogs. Adding to the celebration, Sam James—featured on The Voice and The Kelly Clarkson Show—will perform live from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm, making the Vaillancourt studios a destination where fine art, tradition, and community celebrate together.

Celebrate Sutton’s Historic Village of Manchaug with a traditional outdoor Christmas stroll bringing together food, history, shopping, and holiday merriment. Including a visit with St. Nicholas, Krampus, live music, and festive decorations during the evening of the second Saturday in December.

Celebrate the season by candlelight with Musicians of the Old Post Road as we present An 18th-Century Yuletide Celebration by Candlelight, a festive concert that brings the sounds of Baroque and early Classical holiday traditions to life. Performed on period instruments and illuminated by hundreds of flickering candles to preserve the historic ambiance, the program features carols and seasonal works from across Europe and early America—some familiar, others rediscovered after centuries of silence. Based in the Boston area, Musicians of the Old Post Road is an award-winning ensemble known for its engaging, historically informed performances and commitment to reviving lost musical treasures. This enchanting evening promises warmth, wonder, and a richly historic candlelit celebration of the holidays.

Join Vaillancourt Collectors as we take eight days to travel four countries via Viking River Cruise! Immerse yourself in the spirit of Christmas as you journey through storybook villages. Sample tasty yuletide treats and regional delicacies as you browse colorful stalls for handcrafted ornaments and unique gifts. Admire the twinkling lights of Cologne and revel in the merry atmosphere of the Rhine Valley, as storefront displays, wine cellars and markets embrace the holiday season.