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Holy Schnitzel!September 30-October 1, October 7-8, October 14-15Oktoberfest returns this October with longstanding traditions of music, dancing, and the ceremonial tapping of the kegs! This year we have new exciting changes and enhancements to Oktoberfest bringing the event throughout the town, with two fully programmed venues (beer gardens) located at the Leavenworth Festhalle and at Front Street Park. Sit under our clear topped tent enjoying tasty beers, lively music and mountain views for da …

LEAVENWORTH: WHERE IT’S CHRISTMAS EVERY DAY IN DECEMBER!Every December, Leavenworth celebrates with over half a million lights, music & entertainment, holiday characters for your photo ops, carolers, kids’ activities, roasting chestnuts, Santa photos and so much more!This December of 2022, both weekends and weekdays, we are excited to bring back: Fun Festhalle Activities- Gingerbread Houses, Photos with Santa, Crafts for Kids, Story Corner, Santa’s from Around the World, Selfie Stations, Le …

Just in time for spring and Easter decorating (or maybe to leave up all year long since they’re so cute!)! Each of these hand painted pieces from Jim Shore are just charming.“I spent a good deal of time in the Lake District studying Beatrix Potter. She was a remarkable woman, an artist and writer of course, but also a scientist and conservationist. That range of interests and commitment drew me to discover more about her life and her work. And the more I learned the more enchanted I became …

This International Women’s Day, meet local Glassblowing Artist Jori Delvo. She is Jessica’s amazing aunt and co-founder of Boulder Bend Glassworks which supplies Kris Kringl with beautiful, mouthblown glass ornaments. Today, 33% of glassblowers are women.* Jori's glassmaking is inspired by her love of nature and worldwide travels. To meet Jori is to know creativity, perseverance and strength. Cheers to Jori – and women everywhere – pursuing what they love and being the change they w …

We're making all Core Village pieces from Department 56 available for pre-order starting now! How it works: Pay now including the cost of shipping and your pre-ordered items will be sent to you as soon as we get them -- between June and October 2022. A shipping notification with tracking number will be emailed to you when your delivery is on the way. Don't miss out on this year's amazing additions to your Department 56 Village. As you know, pieces sell out quickly and supplies hav …