Saturday, December 13, 2025 | 10 am-6pm

SHOP, DINE & DELIGHT IN THE SEASON!

On Saturday, December 13, 2025 participating businesses in Bristol’s Cultural District will be opening their doors to the community to enjoy a full day of fun festivities for the holidays!

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PLAN YOUR DAY

View participating businesses, their hours, and special offers.

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ENJOY THE SHOW!

Cap off your day in Bristol’s Cultural District and enjoy the best ELVIS Holiday Show in Connecticut at the award-winning, iconic Rockwell Theater.

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PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES

Below is a listing of participating businesses – scroll down to browse special offers, discounts, hours, and more so you can plan your day in Bristol’s Cultural District!

Check back often as businesses will be added up to the day of the event.

CREATIVE JAM ART CO.: 350 RIVERSIDE AVENUE

In addition to the below activities we will be offering a free hot cocoa station for all our visitors to enjoy!

11:00 AM: Story Time with Jamming Jazzy the Elf. This $10.00 offering includes a 6×6 canvas paint splatter experience to follow.

12:00 – 3:00 PM: We will have two creative stations running concurrently:

Splatter Room Experience: A 6×6 canvas paint splatter experience for $10.00
Slime Station: Create your own 4 ounce jar of winter slime for $10.00

We can’t wait to celebrate the holidays with you!

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IMAGINE NATION, A MUSEUM EARLY LEARNING CENTER: ONE PLEASANT STREET

The Imagine Nation, A Museum Early Learning Center will be open from 12:00-4:00 pm for hands-on exploration of our unique Children’s Museum Studios and festive holiday craft-making! enjoy complimentary cider and donuts. Admission is $10.00 per person, and children under one are free.

Interested in our Reggio Emilia-inspired preschool?
Join us anytime between 12:00 and 1:00 pm for an inspiring guided tour. Meet our Early Childhood Director, experience our vibrant classrooms, and discover our Museum Studios – creative, immersive spaces that extend learning far beyond the traditional classroom.

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Fork+Band Slingshot Shooting Gallery: 99 Main Street

Holiday Stroll to the F+B Slingshot Shooting Gallery on Saturday, December 13, 2025

Hours: 11:00 am-8:00 pm

Location: Fork+Band Slingshot, 99 Man Street, Bristol, CT 06010
Map to Parking at: 23 School Street.

Special Offers:

Free Popcorn, treats, and coloring page activity area!
10% off retail sales! (Gift Cards and Fun Passes excluded, In-Store ONLY)
$5 Slingshot Trial Experience* – 20 Shots –
15% off Gallery Play with your DTL ticket on day of show!*

Schedule
Choose Your Theme Experience!* (30 or 60 minutes): 11:00 am; 12:30 pm; 4:00 pm; 5:30 pm; 7:00 pm.

Power Hour*: 2:00 pm

*Waivers and Training/Safety Protocol required for all play. Safety glasses mandatory in the Gallery.

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FRESH & GREEN PLATE: 118 MAIN STREET

Fresh & Green Plate at Golden Years Adult Daycare will be open from 12:00-3:00 pm and will be offering FREE bites and tastes of their offerings.

Photo of Fresh & Green Plate in Bristol, Connecticut

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Dark Moon Gift Shop: 102 North Main Street

Visit Dark Moon Gift Shop at Centre Square Village on Saturday, December 13, 2025 and enjoy these special offerings – open from 11 am to 7 pm:

Stuff-Your-Own Stocking Station – stuff a stocking for yourself or to give as a gift.

Book Signing Event – an opportunity to meet local Bristol author Dawn Leger who just released number 4 in her Cassie Thornton Mystery Series.

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Bristol Public Library: 5 High Street

Visit the Bristol Public Library on Saturday, December 13, 2025 and enjoy these free events:

Polar Express in the Children’s Department – 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. No registration necessary. Click here for more information.
The Friends of the Library Book Store will be open from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm along with their annual Holiday Mini-Sale in the lobby during library hours (8:30 am-5:00 pm).
Special Library Card Promotion – get a new card and be entered to win a Pasta Night gift basket.

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Worthwhile Reads: 1 Richmond Place

Visit Worthwhile Reads on December 13, 2025 from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm for shopping.

Worthwhile Reads is a treasure trove for book lovers, with over 30,000 books in stock and fresh titles added at every book sale. Our shelves are filled with a huge variety of used book, plus DVDs, VHS tapes, CDS, vinyls, comics, and more. You’ll find a kids’ section, classics, and even some older books throughout the store. We also have a large discount section in our hallway, perfect for bargain hunters.

Beyond books, we offer classes, workshops, and special events for all ages and interests. We accept donations and trade-ins for store credit, making it easy to keep your shelves rotating with new reads. Because our hours vary slightly each week, please check Facebook or Google before visiting, and be sure to follow us for updates on our huge weekend book sales with exciting discounts.

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Pure Foods: 110 North Main Street

Stop at Pure Foods to enjoy a snack or a meal as you visit the businesses in the Cultural District on December 13, 2025.

Open from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm for breakfast, lunch, and a light dinner.

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The Parkside Cafe: 224 North Main Street

Enjoy a hearty breakfast or stop and have lunch at The Parkside Cafe on Saturday, December 13, 2025.

The Parkside Cafe will be open from 6:00 am to 2:00 pm.

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AMERICAN CLOCK & WATCH MUSEUM: 100 MAPLE STREET

Visit the American Clock & Watch Museum on Saturday, December 13^th from 10am to 5pm and enjoy these fun activities!

Mantels for the Season: Enjoy whimsical fireplace mantels set throughout the museum’s galleries, each featuring unique timepieces from the Museum’s collection. This year’s participants are Betsy Gaudian, Bristol CT Diversity Council, Church of Eternal Light, and Torrington Savings Bank, plus group designs by John Avignone, Alyssa Peterson, & Amy Breakstone, and mother/daughter duos Catherine & Amy Hoerle and Kim & Marisa Ciccarello. Plus, Plainville youth group Kids in the Middle has decorated a special holiday tree with the theme Building Community.

ABC Scavenger Hunt: Follow the mouse on the ABC trail throughout the museum’s galleries! The scavenger hunt allows children of all ages and reading levels to explore the museum’s exhibits and learn about the different pieces on display. Get a special prize for taking part in the hunt!

Shop in the Museum Store: Receive10% off in-store purchases (excluding gift certificates). Start your holiday shopping with unique gifts including locally crafted items, jewelry, children’s toys and books, horological items, and souvenirs from your visit to Bristol and the museum!

Museum Admission is $12 for Adults 18+, $10 for Seniors 60+, $5 for Students 6-17 or with college ID. Children 5 and under are FREE! Or, enjoy the special $25 Family Rate that includes admission for 2 adults & 2 students/children.

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THE BRISTOL BAZAAR: 67 RACE STREET

Located in the heart of Bristol, Connecticut, The Bristol Bazaar is a unique destination that combines shopping, dining and entertainment under one roof. Our beautifully designed town square interior sets the stage for an immersive experience, featuring a rotating selection of local makers and artisans that change every few months. Visitors can explore handmade treasures, relax with a specialty coffee or cocktail at Yellow King Bristol, and participate in a variety of workshops and events. With new makers moving in on the 1st of every month, there’s always something new to discover at The Bristol Bazaar.

Enjoy holiday music by Maria Salice and a group of performers from this year’s Holiday Showcase of Stars from 2 to 3 pm.

Holiday Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 9am – 8pm
Friday & Saturday: 9am – 9pm
Sunday: 10am – 6pm

Visit The Bristol Bazaar on Saturday, December 13th to enjoy these special events, to purchase tickets for either or both events, CLICK HERE:

Stained Glass Snowflake Ornament Workshop | 12pm
Sea Glass Christmas Tree Workshop | 5pm

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yellow king brews: 67 RACE STREET (located inside of The Bristol Bazaar)

Visit Yellow King Brews inside The Bristol Bazaar to enjoy craft coffee, gourmet hot coffee, iced teas, fresh roasted beans, and cold brew coffee along with their craft cocktails and special Holiday Drinks.

Hours on Saturday, December 13 • 8AM-10PM

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THE CAROUSEL MUSEUM: 95 RIVERSIDE AVENUE

Celebrate Bristol’s Holiday Stroll with a festive visit to The Carousel Museum! Enjoy beautifully decorated galleries, holiday crafts, and a cheerful selfie station as you explore our historic collection. See one day only specials below.

Museum Hours on Saturday, December 13 • 10 AM–5 PM
$5 Admission • $1 Carousel Rides

Highlights include:

Discounted $5 Admission for all guests
$1 Indoor Carousel Rides
Family-Friendly Holiday Crafts
Festive Selfie Station
Seasonally Decorated Galleries
Carousel-Themed Gifts in the Museum Shop

Join us for a joyful, family-friendly day and experience the magic of the season at one of Bristol’s cultural treasures.

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MONTERREY RESTAURANT: 96 NORTH MAIN STREET

Visit Monterrey Restaurant in their new location at Centre Square Village!

Hours on Saturday, December 13 • 11 AM–1 AM
Reservations are recommended by calling: 860-585-0710

Since 2007, Monterrey Mexican Restaurant has been serving up delicious, authentic Mexican food in a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy great food in a new space right across the street from City Hall!