Christmas comes early to Woodstock

The Oxford Auditorium came alive with community spirit as locals gathered to shop, mingle, and celebrate. (Ron Yuzark Photo)

Ron Yuzark, Echo Correspondent

The Woodstock Fairgrounds transformed into a festive wonderland on Saturday, Nov. 1, as the Woodstock Christmas Market welcomed hundreds of cheerful guests for a day of holiday magic. The community gathered to kick off the season with twinkling lights, merry music, and a sleigh-full of shopping surprises. Visitors browsed through rows of unique vendors offering handcrafted gifts and one-of-a-kind treasures that couldn’t be found at the mall. The scent of fresh-baked holiday treats filled the air, while live festive tunes had guests humming along and tapping their toes. Even the most skeptical “bah humbug” types were spotted smiling beneath strings of garland and twinkle lights. Families, friends, and curious shoppers came armed with Christmas lists — or simply in search of good vibes — and left with full hearts and festive spirits.