The smell of fresh baked cookies, a fully decorated christmas tree and snow softly falling outside. The perfect snapshot of Christmas. Well, it would be perfect if you don't live in the South where snow is a myth rivaling Big Foot and the fact that it is currently July. Fear not- you can get your holiday fix at The Sandbox Children's Museum in Hilton Head, SC.
This July, you and the family can take part in ice cold snow cones, cookie decorating (and eating!) while gearing up for the coming holiday season. Kids will be able to meet Santa and fill him in on their mid year naughty or nice status. The added incentive to be able to play in the "snow" is one you can hardly pass up!
If you are in the West Jefferson, NC area, you may already know about their annual Christmas in July festival. For the past 24 years, West Jefferson has been celebrating the season with this festival offering, food, fun and live mountain music all day. The kicker- admission is FREE, thanks to generous sponsors.
If you are in the Paradise, PA area, head over to the second annual Midsummer Yule Festival. Held at the National Christmas Center, visitors are able to taste delicious foods from local vendors or purchase fresh produce from the Farmer's Market. There will be christmas carols, Santa and craft demonstrations all day. Admission to the festival is completely FREE!
Though Christmas is still quite a few months away, you can beat the heat by taking part in a Christmas in July festival near you. I don't know about you all, but it's never too early to break out my Mariah Carey Christmas CD! Happy Holidays!
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