Kick Off the Holiday Season in Gloversville on the Weekend of Dec. 5–7

Art Exhibit, Museum Open House, Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting, Santa, Concerts & More

GLOVERSVILLE, NY – Downtown Gloversville will come alive December 5, 6, and 7 with festive events, family-friendly activities, and the community’s beloved annual Christmas Parade. From art exhibits and wreath-making workshops to concerts and museum tours, the city is celebrating the start of the holiday season with a full weekend of cheer.

“Downtown Gloversville is excited to welcome residents and visitors for a jolly holiday weekend,” said Jennifer Donovan, Downtown Development Specialist with the Fulton County Center for Regional Growth. “These events showcase the creativity, history, and community spirit that make our downtown so special.”

Donovan encourages the public to confirm details directly with each organization or business, as some events may require an RSVP or have limited space. Weekend events include:

• Schine Gallery — “Schine on the Holidays 2025”
  Located on the third floor of the Schine Memorial Hall building, 40 N. Main St., this exhibit features artists Mary Jane White and Leslie Ford, along with themed Christmas trees. Hours are Dec. 5 from 4–6 p.m., and Dec. 6 and 7 from 12–2 p.m.
• Fulton Street Liquor – Bread & Butter/ Icon Rock Tasting
  Participants must be age 21 and above, and need to RSVP via fultonstreetliquor.com/events. This free sampling will feature a variety of wines that can pair with holiday feasts.
• Micropolis Cooperative Inc. Art Gallery – “Holiday Show”
  Located inside Mohawk Harvest Cooperative Market, 30 N. Main St., this art exhibit is open through the end of December and focuses on local art that can be purchased for holiday gifts. Open Mondays through Fridays, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.and Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Glove Theatre Museum – Located next to The Glove Theatre at 42 N. Main St., this museum is dedicated to telling the story of the theater and Downtown Gloversville. On Dec. 6 beginning at 4 p.m., the museum will be open throughout the Christmas Parade until approximately 7 p.m. Visitors can meet Richard Samrov, Curator Emeritus, and learn about Gloversville, the Glove Theatre, and the Schine family.
• Wreath-Making Workshops – 44 Lakes Customized Gifts & Décor, 15 N. Main St., will host seasonal wreath workshops on Dec. 5 at 5 p.m. and Dec. 6 at 11 a.m.To RSVP, call (518) 720-9895. The fee is $25, and all materials are provided. Participants are encouraged to bring gloves.
• Gloversville Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting – This annual tradition, hosted by the Gloversville Recreation Commission, takes place Dec. 6 at 5 p.m.(Rain date: Dec. 7). The parade begins at North Main Street and Eighth Avenue and proceeds down Main Street to the intersection of South Main, Forest, and Vine streets. After the parade is the tree lighting in Wandel Park. Enjoy cocoa, cookies, live music, and free photos with Santa. Children are invited to bring letters for Santa and place them in the Santa Mailbox in the park.
• A Very Jerry Christmas Concert – Dorn Space, 99 N. Main St., will host an evening of comedic zaniness and holiday cheer on Dec. 6 at 7 p.m. Join Jerry “What-the-What” Dymond and friends, with special holiday songs by Dr. Demento alumnus Drew Jacobs. Admission is $10 cash at the door.
  Tickets may be reserved by emailing dornspace@gmail.com. Doors open at 6:15 p.m.
• Caroga Arts Collective: Tales & Legends of the Holiday Season – This concert will be held at The Glove Theatre, 42 N. Main St., on Dec. 7 at 3 p.m.Enjoy selections from the Peer Gynt Suite performed by WARP Trio and Tchaikovsky’s iconic Nutcracker Suite. Audience members of all ages are encouraged to arrive early to participate in the “instrument petting zoo” and meet some of the musicians. Tickets are available at ticketstripe.com/CarogaArtsCollective.
• Revelation Open Mic – Dorn Space, 99 N. Main St., hosts an open microphone event on Dec. 7 at 2 p.m. for family-friendly music, poetry, prose, preaching, prayer, storytelling, comedy, testimonies, and more, for seven minutes a spot. Admission is free, however, donations are appreciated. Doors open and sign-up begins at 1:15 pm.

The Gloversville Recreation Commission is also hosting a Window Decorating Contest for businesses along the parade route and in the downtown area. Entries are due Dec. 4. Businesses may contact the Commission at (518) 773-4542 or recreation@cityofgloversville.com for details.

“We encourage you to shop and dine in our Downtown Gloversville businesses as well,” Donovan added. “Gloversville loves Christmas and cannot wait to celebrate with everyone.”