Upcoming Events
Santa Series
Santa’s House is moved from the North Pole each year to the corner of State & Pleasant Streets in downtown St. Joe! Santa will be available for wish list conversations and holiday photo ops weekends in December. Don’t forget to bring a camera to capture this magical visit!
Grab a postcard from the Welcome Center to write a letter to Santa. Santa’s House will still take its spot on the corner of State and Pleasant Streets to serve as a drop off for letters!
As we wait in anticipation for Christmas, Mrs. Claus has offered to read some of her favorite books! SJT will be releasing weekly videos for our Storytime with Mrs. Claus series!
Participating wineries: White Pine Winery & Baroda Founders St. Joseph Tasting Room
Closure for the 2025 season
Last Day Open:
December 20th, 2025
12-6:00PM
Welch Center; 2774 E. Empire Ave. Benton Harbor MI 49022
"Closure for the 2025 season"
Winter Wine Event
Warm up your winter with an afternoon of wine, food and great company! Join the Lake Michigan Shore Wine Trail for a relaxed tasting experience featuring exceptional local wines, delicious charcuterie and cozy vibes all day long.
Admission: $30 per person
Learn more and purchase tickets at miwinetrail.com/winter
Christmas Bingo Night
Get ready for festive and fun-filled Christmas Bingo! Gather your friends and family for an evening of laughter, joy and exciting bingo games. Wear your most festive Christmas attire!
Call (269) 668-3800 to make a reservation.
Bingo Night ft. DJ Jerry
Bingo just got a Solasta glow-up! Play for free wines, tasting flights and more. Bingo is FREE to play! Message Solasta to save your spot.
Wine Club Holiday Party at Golden Muse Gallery
WINE - One complementary glass to get you started
SMALL BITES - Festive snacks will be provided
FAIRY HAIR 2-5 PM - Fairy Wendy will be on-hand if you'd like to add sparkles to your hair for the holidays! (Additional fee)
Reserve your spot: contact@goldenmusewinery.com, 269-422-5336
Keith Scott Blues
Golden Muse Winery Presents
Keith Scott Blues
Saturday, Dec. 13
5-8 pm
8903 Stev-Baroda Rd. Baroda, MI
contact@goldenmusewinery.com
Acoustic Holiday Music Live at Filkins Vineyards with Kody Bryant
Free Event
Join us in our tasting room as Kody Bryant serenades us with songs of the season! Kody is one of our musical staples here at Filkins Vineyards! We love his talent! Catch him again at Filkins Vineyards, this time in our intimate tasting room as we sip on delicious wines and prepare for the festive season!
Ugly Sweater Party
Have a fun afternoon showing off your ugliest holiday sweater! Ugly sweater contest, cookie decorating, festive music, and more!
Froehlich’s Kindlelmart
Solasta Winery is thrilled to be a part of Froehlich’s Kindlemart this holiday season! We’ll be there offering a selection of our finest wines for purchase, perfect for gifting or enjoying at your holiday celebrations. You can also grab a glass to sip and savor as you explore the festive market.
Christmas Carol Sing-a-long
Featuring live music by Gregg and Tracy. Join us for a joyful celebration of the Christmas season. Purchase a glass of wine or cider to enjoy as we are led through an evening of holiday songs.
Bingo Night ft. DJ Jerry
Bingo just got a Solasta glow-up! Play for free wines, tasting flights and more. Bingo is FREE to play! Message Solasta to save your spot.
Holiday Artisan Market
A twist on a summer favorite, SJT will host an indoor and outdoor Holiday Artisan Market at Union + Social, on the east side of Main Street. With over 30 area vendors, there’s something for everyone—anything from home decor and clothing to jewelry, candles, soaps and more!
Participating wineries: White Pine Winery & Baroda Founders St. Joseph Tasting Room
Red Arrow Convoy Viewing
Sip on a glass of wine and take in the festive lights as the trucks cruise past our cozy tasting room.
*all viewers must arrive BEFORE 6pm
Don Savoie Presented by Golden Muse Winery
Don Savoie - Blue-Eyed Soul Presented by Golden Muse Winery
8903 Stevensville-Baroda Rd. Baroda, MI
269.422.5336
contact@goldenmusewinery.com
Reindog Parade
Over 100 dogs and their families will parade down State Street in costume to celebrate the holiday season! A portion of the proceeds will be donated to a local animal rescue organization. This event also marks the arrival of Santa to downtown St. Joe!
Participating wineries: White Pine Winery & Baroda Founders St. Joseph Tasting Room
Acoustic Holiday Music Live at Filkins Vineyards with Kody Bryant & Jessica Lynn
Free Event
Join us in our tasting room as Kody Bryant and Jessica Lynn serenade us with songs of the season! Kody and Jessica performed together during our Labor Day music event this past season. Catch them again at Filkins Vineyards, this time in our intimate tasting room as we sip on delicious wines and prepare for the festive season!
Froehlich’s Kindlelmart
Solasta Winery is thrilled to be a part of Froehlich’s Kindlemart this holiday season! We’ll be there offering a selection of our finest wines for purchase, perfect for gifting or enjoying at your holiday celebrations. You can also grab a glass to sip and savor as you explore the festive market.
Merry & Bright Weekend
Celebrate the winter season in Michigan’s Great Southwest! Attendees will enjoy extended shopping hours, the Reindog Parade, the Santa Series, a Holiday Artisan Market, additional SJT and member events, special offers and more.
Participating wineries: White Pine Winery & Baroda Founders St. Joseph Tasting Room
Bourbon Barrel Aged Black Friday
All Day, at both Lawton Ridge Winery and Texas Corners Brewing Co.
We will release a number of bourbon barrel aged beer, wine, and cider options!
Indoor Food Trucks
Join us every Wednesday as we move our food truck vendors indoors! Grab a glass of wine and dinner and enjoy the night with us.
Indoor Food Trucks
Join us every Wednesday as we move our food truck vendors indoors! Grab a glass of wine and dinner and enjoy the night with us.
Music by Kody Bryant
Free Event
Kody Bryant began his music career at a small town Indiana dive bar in 2018 and quickly realized his passion for sharing music with others. He hangs his hat on country songs that tell a story, but has a myriad of genres he can play, and loves taking requests from the crowd! He is working on original music and plays at Venues all around Southwest MI.
Thanksgiving Small Bite & Wine Pairing
$45 each flight pairing
Tickets: https://filkinsvineyards.com/thanksgiving-pairing/
Looking for some delicious food and wine pairing ideas this Thanksgiving? Look no further! Chef Justin and Filkins Vineyards have collaborated to bring two delicious food and wine pairing flights to make this Thanksgiving a memorable one! Purchase tickets prior to the event and enjoy your pairings between 2:00-6:00pm in our heated tent.
Each savory ticket includes four small bite appetizers paired with four dry wines (2 ounces of each wine - 8 ounces in total) and recipe cards for each appetizer.
Each dessert ticket includes four small bite desserts paired with four sweet wines (2 ounces of each wine - 8 ounces in total) and recipe cards for each dessert.
Choose a savory pairing OR a sweet pairing. Try both to taste some delicious pairings and take home 8 recipes!
Lakuna Links Permanent Jewelry
Lakuna Links offers a custom, one of a kind jewelry experience. Our bracelets, anklets, and rings are custom sized to fit beautifully. Customers simply choose their chain(s) and our trained Linkers will cut, place and weld. This creates a clasp free, permanent piece of jewelry that you never have to worry about.
Our low maintenance, custom pieces are available in sterling silver and 14k gold filled. Solid gold is available upon request.
Wreath Making Class
$50
In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to create your very own Christmas wreath using natural materials. From fresh evergreen branches to pinecones, berries, and other seasonal elements, you’ll design a personalized wreath that reflects your style. Guided by an expert instructor, you’ll explore techniques for wreath-making, all while embracing the beauty of nature and the holiday spirit. Perfect for those looking to add a festive, homemade touch to their holiday décor.
Indoor Food Trucks
Join us every Wednesday as we move our food truck vendors indoors! Grab a glass of wine and dinner and enjoy the night with us.