Jingle Bell Shop
Get into the holiday spirit! Join us in Downtown Rutland, VT for a holiday shopping event and tasting on Thursday, December 12th from 5-8pm!
Join us for a special event that brings Downtown Rutland businesses together with beverage and food producers, artists, and activities! You'll have the opportunity to visit over twenty stops where you can shop, enjoy sales and raffles, sample new food and drinks, catch up with friends, and enjoy the festive season together.
Participants are encouraged to wear festive attire and ugly sweaters – photos will be posted on our social for a People's Choice winner of a special prize!
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Attendees will check in at the Downtown Rutland Partnership's new office at 28 Center Street. There, you will receive a map and a tasting glass. After that, you can visit all the participating locations at your own pace.
Please remember: Tickets that include alcohol are only available for individuals aged 21 and older. Each attendee must bring a photo ID to the check-in table as proof of age.
If you have any questions, please send an email to hali@downtownrutland.com.
2024 Businesses + Vendor Pairings:
Enjoy alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, food, craft, music, and more!
Grateful Vermonter Gift Shop | Sample freeze-dried caramel apple slices, fresh apple slices with Fat Toad Farm Caramel, and apple cider from Brown's Orchard & Farmstand in Castleton, VT
Hand Carved by Ernie | Sample Reuben sliders and shop To The Brim
Hop n'Moose | Vermont Pepper Project, beer tasting, and pizza slices
Loose Loona Gifts + Teahouse | Sample food from Loose Loona and shop Miralasku Jewelry
Phoenix Books Rutland | Food tasting
Prouty’s Parlor for Ice Cream | Shop jewelry from Creations by Candra, and guests will enjoy a special treat to sip on during the event
Rewind | Food tasting
Rutland Area Food Co-op | Sample a variety of foods from the Co-op, including delicious cheese, bread, fruit, and non-alcoholic beverages
Rutland County Pride | Sip on hot cocoa, warm cider, and mocktails while taking pictures with Santa Claus and shopping for Rutland County Pride merchandise
Speakeasy Cafe | Jonny Falls, Musical Artist
The Mad Rose | Maker Market with special drink offers for event attendees
The MINT Downtown | Food tasting
Wonderfeet Kids' Museum | Carl Anton Diethelm, On Tone Music
FAQ’s
I’ve purchased a ticket! Now what?
Attendees will check in at the Downtown Rutland Partnership's office, located at 28 Center Street, starting from 4:45 pm to collect a map, tasting glass, and shopping bag. Following that, guests will explore the various participating locations at your own pace and order.
For those who purchased a ticket that includes alcohol sampling, you must present a valid ID at check-in. You must be 21 or older to sample alcoholic beverages. Drinking responsibly is highly encouraged, and we strongly suggest pre-arranging safe transportation.
I don’t drink alcohol. Can I still attend?
Of course! If you don't drink alcohol or are a designated driver, you can still enjoy the Jingle Bell Shop with a $15 non-drinking ticket option. This ticket allows you to sample food and taste non-alcoholic drink vendors, receive an entry into the raffles, and be eligible for door prizes!
Will I be able to buy a ticket the night of the event?
Certainly! While it is possible to purchase a ticket at the Downtown Rutland Partnership office before the event, we highly recommend securing your ticket online in advance. This way, you'll have extra time to enjoy the event and minimize the time spent waiting in line!
The proceeds from ticket sales benefit the Downtown Rutland Partnership, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to managing, marketing, and maintaining the Downtown District in Rutland, Vermont. We organize events and initiatives that enhance the vitality of our local business community and improve the cultural and physical environment of downtown Rutland. Support from events like this enables us to continue our efforts in business development, marketing, and streetscape initiatives. For example, we decorate the entire downtown for the holiday season, which includes hanging garlands on the lampposts, giant snowflakes across the streets, stringing lights on the trees along Strongs Avenue and the beautiful Christmas tree in Depot Park.