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Highlights for December 12 - 14: More fun than Jimmy Stewart can shake his fist at! It's a Wonderful Life Festival in Seneca Falls, Winterfare in Elmira, Christmas in the Park in H'port and in the Square in Hornell, and OSFL's annual holiday concert!
Amelia Cueva
December 12, 2025
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ALL WEEKEND
 | It’s A Wonderful Life Festival The town that inspired Frank Capra’s holiday classic It’s a Wonderful Life is once again ready to share the magic. The It’s a Wonderful Life Festival returns to Seneca Falls, New York, December 12–14, 2025, inviting visitors to experience the warmth and charm of “The Real Bedford Falls.” The beloved annual event celebrates community, hope, and second chances with festive traditions including a bonfire and tree-lighting ceremony, Mrs. Martini’s pasta dinner, horse-drawn wagon rides, a parade, costumed characters, and an interactive screening of the film. Saturday’s highlight is the It’s A Wonderful Run 5K, which draws more than 5,000 participants through neighborhoods lined with cheering residents. Throughout the weekend, the It’s A Wonderful Life Museum will host film memorabilia, special exhibits, and opportunities to meet cast members, crew, and family connected to the movie. |
FRIDAY & SATURDAY
 | Winterfare Come and enjoy festive winter market filled with local vendors, food and drinks, live entertainment, and one of a kind holiday experience. You can also reserve your very own Snow Globe Experience! You won’t want to miss this brand new community event! |
SATURDAY
 | The Magic of Holiday Traditions Together - The Orchestra of the Southern Finger Lakes Celebrate the magic of the season with a heartwarming concert that brings our community together in music and spirit. From the shimmering beauty of Wang Jie’s The Winter that United Us to the toe-tapping fun of Sleigh Ride—complete with festive hats—this concert has something for everyone. Enjoy the dazzling talents of featured jazz pianist Christian Li, the inspiring voices of the Corning Painted Post Choristers, and the rich harmonies of the Chorus of the Southern Finger Lakes in uplifting selections by John Rutter (honoring his 80th birthday) and local favorite Dan Forrest. Familiar carols like Angels We Have Heard on High and Joy to the World will fill you with holiday cheer, while Avner Finberg’s Dances in Freygish adds a spirited burst of cultural celebration. |
 | Christmas at the Square Concert The City of Hornell is excited to share an event filled with festive music, local vendors, and plenty of holiday cheer. |
 | Christmas in the Park What to Expect: |
PLUS
“The Creative Response to the Potential of Light” at the Schuyler Theatre at CCC, A Tasting Carol at Point of the Bluff Vineyards, Holiday in the Square in Horseheads, Christmas in the Air at the LECOM Center, various breakfasts with Santa, The Grinch, Rudolph, and Frosty, plus more holiday markets, and tons of live music! It’s another busy, busy weekend! Check out all of the events - or submit your own - at the link below:
COMING UP
December 15 at 7:00 PM | Clemens Center, Elmira
December 17 at 7:30 PM | Smith Opera House, Geneva
FEATURED KID-FRIENDLY EVENT
 | Christmas STEAM Day Join us for a day of hands-on holiday fun where science, technology, engineering, art, and math meet the magic of the season. From building festive creations to exploring winter-themed experiments, kids and families will discover the joy of learning through play. |
Christmas Movie Quote Scavenger Hunt 🎄
Don’t forget I’m still hiding quotes in the newsletters this month! So, this newsletter has the 2nd quote from another favorite movie of mine (though, it should be easy to figure it out, given one of the features this weekend…). The winner gets a gift of $50 to their favorite local restaurant!
Reminders
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