The Ballantine Management Group produces the following
Quality Craft Shows annually at the Fredericksburg Expo Center

July 20, 2019

October 19-20, 2019

December 6-7-8, 2019

April 4-5, 2020

NEXT UP IS THE NEWEST SHOW:
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"The Countdown to Christmas Expo"


​​Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center
July 20, 2019
​10:00am-5pm
Admission:  $5 (at Door - Cash only)
(or in advance for $4.99)
What is The Countdown to Christmas Expo?

Twas the middle of the summer and some of Santa's elves were looking to get people together to celebrate that there were only 158 days until Christmas.  The Countdown to Christmas Expo is a Christmas themed event will have wide variety of crafters, vendors, entertainment and DIY Workshops, all in one place inside the air conditioned Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center.

Start your Holiday Shopping from crafters and other vendors with products that will be at the top of your Christmas list or give you ideas for your Holiday parties and Decorating.



SEASONAL AND HOLIDAY FOOD l SEASONAL DECORATIONS l COLLECTIBLES l CRAFTERS
PARTY PLANNERS l SEASONAL AND HOLIDAY DRINKS l BEAUTY PRODUCTS l HOME AND GARDEN ITEMS
AND SO MUCH MORE WITH A HOLIDAY THEME

The elves are  working on having the boss make an appearance to take pictures or to participate in Santa sack races.  They are waiting to see if Santa is going to be on vacation and the reindeers are available on July 20.  Tickets are $5 at the Door or if you want to buy in advance or with a credit card, tickets are available in advance for $4.99.

DIY OPTIONS TO TRY AT COUNTDOWN TO XMAS

​Let it Snow Buddies
​From: When Pigs Fly


​DIY OPTION 1 from When Pigs Fly

"Let it Snow Buddies":  Come create this super cute DIY wooden Let it Snow Buddies! It measures approximately 24x20 and there will be a variety of paint colors to choose from to make it your own! Cozy winter caps included! Why buy when you can DIY?  ​Let it Snow Buddies Price: $50 online; $60 at the Show. (Includes your ticket for entry)

The Deadline to order in advance is Friday, July 19 - you can still sign in to participate at the show until 4:00pm.   Time slots:   open all day but latest is 4pm to ensure enough time to make project
COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS EXPO SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

​ALL DAY 
sELFie Station:  Get your perfect snapshot “Elf Style”  booth 428
Santa’s Workshop:  Create the ultra-cute and festive “Snow Buddies” decoration  presented by When Pig’s Fly Decor (additional cost) see details above

SCHEDULED
11am to 4pm:  NAPKIN FOLDING – learn creative ways to add style to your dinner table tutorial and instructions available at the Bar
11am to 4pm:  HOLIDAY COCKTAILS  & Demonstrations, enjoy one of our signature cocktails -
Winter Wonderland,  Poinsettia Mimosa or a Toasted Marshmallow – while you shop.  Drinks and recipe cards available at the Bar
11am to 1pm:   KID’s COOKIE DECORATING put your creativity into a tasty treat, Age 12 & under, while supplies last
11am to 12pm:  SANTA CLAUS IS COMING TO TOWN – the big guy takes a break from his summer vacation to bring us some Christmas Cheer and Holiday Treats
Twas the summer before Christmas, when all through the trees, There were creatures buzzing, there was even a warm breeze. But we missed the Christmas spirit; the thought brought a tear to our eye, So we decided why not start a Count Down for Christmas in July! How about July 20th, that will mark the day, To start off our mid-summer count down the right way. We clapped and cheered as we thought with glee, 158 days until Christmas right ahead of me! So as Santa’s elves it was up to us, To get people together to celebrate and make a big fuss! There will be crafters, vendors, entertainment and DIY Demos; We have to start quick to get people this cheery Holiday memo. But the heat! The heat! We remembered in surprise!  We are not used to sweat; it may drop in our eyes! Yes, the air will be hot; it won’t be like winter, So we thought lets host it inside the cool Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center.

SAVE THE DATES OF FUTURE CRAFT SHOWS!
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SCENES FROM PAST CRAFT SHOWS