Holiday celebrations begin with traditional caroling, a visit from Santa Claus and our annual tree lighting ceremony.

Flag Parade in the Village, 3 pm.
A flag parade through the Village kicks off Windows on the World, featuring holiday-themed displays from around the globe. 

Santa's Ride through the Village, 3 pm.
Santa arrives at Stratton on dog sled (what else?). After riding through the Village, Santa will be available for photos, cocoa, and his favorite cookies in the Long Trail Library from 4-5 pm (located in the lower floor of the east building of the Long Trail House).

Tree Lighting Ceremony & Caroling, 3:30 pm.
Gather around the Christmas tree as carolers sing holiday favorites - eggnog optional. The annual tree lighting ceremony will take place in the Courtyard, between the Clocktower and Main Base Lodge, with caroling, hot cocoa and roasted marshmallows.

Specials from the Village
Pick up your free Holiday Shopper Survival Bag at the Activity HUB between December 14 and 22, courtesy of Stratton's Village Shops, while supplies last. Other sales and specials include:

• 30% off Adidas and BOGS Footwear; 30% off Black Diamond Mittens and Heated Gloves from First Run Ski Shop
• 25% off Special Blend Outerwear & Accessories and Forum Snowboards at Syd and Dusty's
• Half price Test Ride Package & 15 - 20% off 2013 Boards, Boots, Bindings, Outerwear and more from the Burton Store @ Stratton from the Burton Store @ Stratton
• $10 off an EMU purchase at the Dashing Bear
• $1 off a one-pound candy purchase at Mountain Sweets
• $10 Stratton Anniversary Poster (regularly $25) at the Stratton Clothing Co.
• Take an extra $5 off Kombi sale gloves and mittens at Stratton Sports

All promos are good between December 14 and 21, while supplies last.

Keep celebrating the season at the Stratton Foundation's Winter Gala, December 15 at 7 pm.