Friday & Saturday, November 28 & 29, 2025
It’s time once again for the Annual Clinton Shoppers’ Stroll & Holiday Parade hosted by the Clinton Chamber of Commerce on Friday, November 28th and Saturday, November 29th 2025.
Visit the Village of Clinton to kickoff the holiday season. We offer an escape from the hustle and bustle of the malls and an opportunity to support local and shop small businesses within the historic Village of Clinton. Enjoy a horse & wagon ride around the village.
Schedule of Events
*Please note that the schedule may be adjusted as needed.
Friday, November 28th |
10:00 am: Stores Open |
9:00 am - 6:00 pm: Friends of the Kirkland Town Library Annual Jewelry and Holiday Book Sale Stop by the Library for the Friends' Annual Jewelry Sale. Choose from gently used real and costume jewelry, including necklaces, earrings, pins, rings, and more. In addition to jewelry, we will have gently used holiday books and other treasures. |
12:00 - 4:00 pm: Horse & Wagon Rides - Clinton Chamber of Commerce - 21 W Park Row Purchase tickets in front of the Alexander Hamilton Institute. $3 Adults, $1 Children under 12 and FREE for under 2. |
1:00 -3:00 pm: Pictures with Santa in the NBT Bank Lobby |
2:00 - 7:00 pm: Clinton Historical Society Children's activities, holiday treats, and a visit from Santa from 3-5 pm |
4:00 pm: Carols at the Stone Church led by G. Roberts Kolb |
4:30 - 6:00 pm: Clinton High School Chamber Singers |
5:00 pm: St. Mary's Choir singing at the Stone Church |
5:00 pm: FREE Hot Chocolate at 1 North Park Row |
5:30 pm: JUST BRASS band performing holiday music |
6:00 pm: Tree Lighting Celebration on the Clinton Village Green Clinton High School Chamber Singers Reading of 'Twas the Night Before Christmas by Pastor Scott Leonard Holiday Greeting by Mayor Elizabeth Tantillo Tree Lighting |
7:00 pm: Clinton Holiday Parade Sign up to be in the parade. Fill out the form down below. |
Saturday, November 29th |
8:00 am: 5K Jingle Jog in Village of Clinton Join us in the 8th annual Clinton 5K Jingle Jog starting at 8 am at the corner of Williams/College Street.
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10:00 am: Stores Open Celebrate Small Business Saturday! Support Local and Shop Small! |
9:00 am - 1:00 pm: Friends of the Kirkland Town Library Annual Jewelry and Holiday Book Sale |
12:00 - 4:00 pm: Horse & Wagon Rides - Clinton Chamber of Commerce - 21 W Park Row Purchase tickets in front of the Alexander Hamilton Institute. $3 Adults, $1 Children under 12 and FREE for under 2. |
1:00 - 4:00 pm: Fire Pit with S'mores and Hot Chocolate on the Village Green |
1:00 - 3:00 pm: Visit with Santa in the Gazebo |
1:00 - 4:00 pm: Fire Pit with S'mores and Hot Chocolate on the Village Green |
6:30 - 8:30 pm: Holiday Skate at the Clinton Arena |
Your business or organization is invited to participate in the festivities.
Please fill out the form below.
The Shoppers’ Stroll – Nonprofits ONLY have the opportunity to set on on the sidewalk on Friday, November 28th and Saturday, November 29th, 2025. Participants in the past have offered special sale items, holiday music, displays, refreshments and free samples. Be creative! It is your participation that makes this event such a special day for the community to kick off the holiday season. Booth layout on the sidewalk will be determined prior to the event day and based on the amount of snow Please indicate if you will need electricity as there is very limited access and cannot be guaranteed.
The Holiday Parade – All are invited to participate. The parade will line up in the Clinton Central School Loop off Chenango Avenue starting at 6:00 pm for a 7:00 pm start time on Friday, November 28th. Enter a float or march dressed for the holiday season.
Thank you, 2025 Sponsors!
Major Events Sponsor:
ACCESS Federal Credit Union
First Source Federal Credit Union
Gilroy Kernan & Gilroy
Hamilton College
Krizia Martin
NBT Bank
Strategic Financial Services
Major Sponsor:
HobbyTown
Supporting Sponsor:
William Owens and Sons