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01-18-25 - 2025 Schuylkill Winterfest

Saturday, January 18, 2025 (11:00 AM - 4:00 PM) (EST)

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SCHUYLKILL WINTERFEST 2025 proudly sponsored by CACL

Date: Saturday, January 18, 2025
Location: Alvernia University Pottsville CollegeTowne, 500 Progress Ave, Pottsville PA 17901

VENDORS

Time: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Explore local crafters, artisans, food, and informational booths! Vendors will be located throughout Alvernia University Pottsville CollegeTowne and in the parking lot.

YUENGLING BEER BAR

Time: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Join us at the Yuengling Beer Bar for a refreshing taste of America’s Oldest Brewery! Enjoy a variety of Yuengling’s iconic beers in a lively and welcoming atmosphere. Commemorative Schuylkill Winterfest mugs proudly sponsored by Bob Weaver Auto will be available for purchase on the day of the event!

Don't miss this opportunity to savor local brews, celebrate the community, and take home a keepsake! Cheers!

ICE SCULPTURE DEMONSTRATION proudly sponsored by Onvo

Time: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00/3:00 p.m.
Location: In the middle of the Alvernia University Pottsville CollegeTowne Parking Lot.
Watch a live ice sculptor create a dazzling work of art throughout the day!

KIDS’ AREA proudly sponsored by Renewal by Andersen of Central Pennsylvania

11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.: Free Airbrush Tattoos (Water Resistant & Last 2-3 days typically) - Get a cool, long-lasting design with our free airbrush tattoos, available from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Perfect for the kids!
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.: Snowball Throwing Contest - Join the fun from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. by tossing fake snowballs into a bucket! Distances are adjusted by age group. The winners will be announced at 12:00 p.m. and will receive a Guardian bike.
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.: Tallest Marshmallow Tower Contest - Test your creativity from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. as you compete to build the tallest marshmallow tower. The winner will be announced at 1:00 p.m. and win a Guardian Bike!
11:00 a.m. – While Supplies Lasts: Hot Chocolate Station - Warm up with delicious hot chocolate provided by Lehigh Valley Hospital–Schuylkill, available from 11:00 a.m. until supplies last.

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE proudly sponsored by Explore Schuylkill

Location: Explore Schuylkill Stage located in the corner of Alvernia's parking lot near the entrance.

12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.: Meet the Contestants of the Greater Pottsville Winter Carnival
12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.: Live Band Performance by Hooligan

MRS. T’S PIEROGY EATING CONTEST proudly sponsored Mrs. T's Pierogies

Time: 1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
Location: Infront of the Explore Schuylkill Stage in the Alvernia Pottsville Lot
Come cheer on contestants as they tackle this fun food challenge! If you are interested in participating please contact Member Relations Director Anthony Merchlinsky at amerchlinsky@schuylkillchamber.com!

BOILO CONTEST proudly sponsored Pioneer Pole Buildings, Inc.

Time: 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Location: Inside Alvernia University to the left
Show off your traditional and non-traditional Boilo recipes!

If you are interested in participating please contact Member Development & Outreach Director Cierra Abrachinsky at cabrachinsky@schuylkillchamber.com!

Tickets will be on sale soon for $10.

CARRIAGE RIDES proudly sponsored Hidden River Credit Union

Time: 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location: Please report to the information center located inside Alvernia University Pottsville CollegeTowne to check-in for your time slot. Rides will be along Progress Avenue to Barefield and back. Tickets are being sold in advance and you can purchase them here!

Carriage rides run every 20 minutes.
Tickets are required and can be purchased online at Carriage Ride Tickets.
Cost: $5 per ride (max 16 people per ride).

50/50 RAFFLE

Time: A 50/50 raffle will be going on throughout the day. The winner will be announced at 3:30 p.m. on the Explore Schuylkill Stage. Don’t miss your chance to win!