New Paris Olde Fashioned Christmas in the Village

02/20/2026

It takes a village… and ours is pretty incredible. 🖤
Our beloved events here in New Paris simply would not be possible without the helping hands behind every booth, activity, and welcome table. From set-up to clean-up and everything in between, it’s our volunteers who make all of our festival magic happen.
Here’s the best part...
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And let’s be honest… it’s way more fun when you sign up with your friends, coworkers, or family. Make a memory while making a difference right here in your own community!!
We are so deeply grateful to everyone who has already poured their time, love, and energy into our amazing village. You are the heartbeat of New Paris.
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01/01/2026

As we step into a brand new year, we’re filled with gratitude for everyone who helped make Olde Fashioned Christmas in the Village so special.

From the laughter in the streets to the traditions shared, it’s a reminder that community is the greatest gift of all.

Here’s to carrying that spirit of togetherness, kindness, and small-town magic with us into the New Year. ✨🎄

12/25/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas from the Olde Fashioned Christmas in the Village team!

We are so thankful for the incredible support from our community in helping us celebrate the holiday season in such a meaningful way. From our volunteers and sponsors to everyone who attended and shared in the joy, you help keep this special tradition alive. Wishing you and your families a Christmas filled with peace, joy, and cherished moments.

11/28/2025

Before we switch fully into Christmas magic, we want to pause and say how thankful we are for our wonderful community, our dedicated vendors, our volunteers, and all the families who made this year's event such a heartwarming tradition. We wish everyone a very happy Thanksgiving.

We hope your day is filled with laughter, full plates and full hearts.

Enjoy your Thanksgiving and we can’t wait to celebrate the Christmas season with you in the Village! ✨🌲

11/17/2025

The answer you’ve all been waiting for… the number of drones used at Olde Fashioned Christmas in the Village was… 170! 🎄✨

Absolutely incredible and so impressive to see in person. What an amazing show!

11/16/2025

Now that the amazing drone show has wrapped up… the big question everyone’s been asking: 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐝𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭?! 🤩

Drop your best guesses in the comments! 👇

A huge thank you to Wallace Heating & Air and Tempstar for helping make this unforgettable show possible. 🙌✨

What an incredible way to end this year’s Olde Fashioned Christmas in the Village. 🎄✨

11/16/2025

🎄✨ 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐚 𝐰𝐫𝐚𝐩 𝐨𝐧 𝐎𝐥𝐝𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐚𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐠𝐞!
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Thank you to everyone who came out to our festival — the laughter, smiles, and joy made the whole event truly magical.

A huge thank you to all our amazing volunteers who helped make this happen. Your time and dedication mean the world to us.

Big kudos to the Village of New Paris staff for partnering with the New Paris Area Chamber of Commerce/CVB. Collaboration is the heart of a strong community, and we’re grateful to work alongside you.

To our incredible sponsors — thank you. Your generosity makes events like this possible. It’s often said that it takes a village, and New Paris proves that true time and time again. What a wonderful place to call home.

We wish everyone a very happy holiday season and a Merry Christmas! 🎅❤️🎄

11/16/2025

🎄✨ And the winners of the Christmas Tree Decorating Contest tonight… ✨🎄

What an incredible turnout! So much time, creativity, and heart went into every single tree. Thank you to everyone who voted and helped support our local nonprofits through this fun tradition.

🌟 1st Place – Graceful Paws Pet Salon
Their winnings will go to the Preble County Youth Foundation, which is currently raising funds to support 900 families in need this holiday season. Thank you for giving back in such a meaningful way!

🌟 2nd Place – Mrs. Dunn with New Hope Church.
Thank you for supporting the mission at New Hope Church, where they’re actively raising money for a new youth church building.

🌟 3rd Place – Preble County Kraken 13U Team
Funds raised will help the team with costs associated with travel ball. Great job, team!

A huge thank you to all the amazing participants this year. Every tree was truly a beautiful display of community spirit and creativity.

🎉 Congratulations to all! 🎉

11/16/2025

We have our Parade Winners!!! 🎉🎄

✨ Best Use of Lights: Dunn Family
✨ Most Festive Float: Swihart Family
✨ Best Holiday Spirit: St. Paul UMC

Congratulations to all our winners! You can pick up your plaque at the New Paris Area Chamber of Commerce/CVB tent.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this parade magical!

11/16/2025

What an amazing tree lighting tonight! A huge thank-you to the kiddos in Mrs. Toschlog’s class for opening the event for us—you were wonderful!

It’s been incredible seeing so many kids enjoying all the holiday fun at Olde Fashioned Christmas in the Village. The line for Santa has been steady, and the Holiday Cheer Tent has been rocking with activities for the little ones! What a joyful start to this holiday season.

We also want to give a big shout-out to our Elf Sponsors: Medship, Graceful Paws, Country Mile Realtors, and Project Nine Solutions. Your support means the world to our village! 🎄✨

11/15/2025