SPARKLES

SPARKLES
A Holiday Shopping Event

November 13-16
&
November 20-23


Join us for our annual holiday shopping event amid thousands of twinkling lights in the village - a true holiday experience!

Enjoy The Village of St. Jacobs’ many unique shops and eateries.
Shop into the evening Thursday, Friday and Saturdays and take in the holiday festivities and entertainment!

Sparkles Full Schedule of Events

Don’t miss a moment of the holiday fun at St. Jacobs Sparkles! From live music to festive activities, there’s something happening every day. Check out the full schedule to see what’s on when and plan your perfect visit to the village.

  • SHOPS OPEN UNTIL 8PM

    6-8PM - EDSS BAND @ HOME HARDWARE

    6-8PM - WATERLOO COUNTY CAROLLERS STROLLING THE VILLAGE

  • SHOPS OPEN UNTIL 9PM

    1-8PM - FANCY HOT CHOCOLATE BAR @ ST. JAMES LUTHERAN CHURCH

    5-8PM- FIREFIGHTER BURN BARREL @ LIVING FRESH & MISAO SUSHI

    5-8PM - WATERLOO COUNTY CAROLLERS STROLLING THE VILLAGE

    6-7PM - GRAND HARMONY CHORUS @LOCATION TBD

    6-8PM - HORSE DRAWN WAGON RIDES @ TRISISTERS ART HOUSE

    6-9PM - EDSS BAND @ HOME HARDWARE

    6-9PM KENN LEWIS STEEL DRUMS @ LIVING FRESH & MISAO SUSHI

  • SHOPS OPEN UNTIL 9PM

    12-2PM - JUNEYT @ THE BOOK LOFT ST. JACOBS

    12-8PM FANCY HOT CHOCOLATE BAR @ ST. JAMES LUTHERAN CHURCH

    1-4PM - VISIT WITH SANTA @ HOME FURNITURE

    1-4PM JAMES CAMPBELL @ BLOCK THREE BREWING

    4-7PM - WATERLOO COUNTY CAROLLERS STROLLING THE VILLAGE

    6-8PM - HORSE DRAWN WAGON RIDES @ TRISISTERS ART HOUSE

    6-9PM - KENN LEWIS STEEL DRUMS @ LOCATION TBD

  • 12-1PM GRAND HARMONY CHORUS @ RED CORAL/CHRISTMAS IN ST. JACOBS

    1-3PM - HORSE DRAWN WAGON RIDES @ TRISISTERS ART HOUSE

    1-4PM - VISIT WITH SANTA @ HOME FURNITURE

    2-4PM - WATERLOO COUNTY CAROLLERS STROLLING THE VILLAGE

  • STORES OPEN UNTIL 8PM

    6-8PM - EDSS BAND @ HOME HARDWARE

    6-8PM - WATERLOO COUNTY CAROLLERS STROLLING THE VILLAGE

  • 1-8PM - FANCY HOT CHOCOLATE BAR @ ST. JAMES LUTHERAN CHURCH

    5-8PM- FIREFIGHTER BURN BARREL @ LIVING FRESH & MISAO SUSHI

    5-8PM - WATERLOO COUNTY CAROLLERS STROLLING THE VILLAGE

    6-8PM - HORSE DRAWN WAGON RIDES @ TRISISTERS ART HOUSE

    6-9PM - EDSS BAND @ HOME HARDWARE

    6-9PM KENN LEWIS STEEL DRUMS @ LIVING FRESH & MISAO SUSHI

  • 12-2PM - THE HOLLY JOLLY HORNS

    12-8PM FANCY HOT CHOCOLATE BAR @ ST. JAMES LUTHERAN CHURCH

    12-6PM YULE HOLIDAY MARKET @ NERUDA ARTS

    1-3PM COOKIES & CARDS @ ST. JACOBS BRANCH REGION OF WATERLOO LIBRARY
    Make cards, decorate cookies and have warm apple cider - all ages event.

    1-4PM - VISIT WITH SANTA @ HOME FURNITURE

    1-4PM - DAVE ROZELL @ BLOCK THREE BREWING

    2-3PM - TWIN CITY HARMONIZERS @ ECO CAFE

    3-5PM MONTY GREIG @ TRISISTERS ART HOUSE

    4-7PM - WATERLOO COUNTY CAROLLERS STROLLING THE VILLAGE

    6-8PM - HORSE DRAWN WAGON RIDES @ TRISISTERS ART HOUSE

    6-9PM - KENN LEWIS STEEL DRUMS @ CHANGE LIFESTYLE & APPAREL

  • 1-3PM - HORSE DRAWN WAGON RIDES @ TRISISTERS ART HOUSE

    1:30-2:30PM - CHORD SPINNERS @ RED CORAL

    1-4PM - VISIT WITH SANTA @ HOME FURNITURE

    2-4PM - WATERLOO COUNTY CAROLLERS STROLLING THE VILLAGE

Shop into the Evening during Sparkles!

Experience the magic of the village after dark as your favourite shops stay open late with festive promotions, exclusive offers, and holiday cheer. Stroll under the twinkling lights, find the perfect gifts, and enjoy the warmth of small-town shopping at its most charming.

Thursdays until 8pm | Fridays & Saturdays until 9pm

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Sparkles shopping begins when shops open each day. Hours may vary by store.

  • OPEN LATE - Thursdays until 8pm | Fridays & Saturdays until 9pm

    Bring in a new unwrapped toy or gift card for our toy drive and receive 15% off your entire order!

    In-store gift sets and holiday Candles & Dough Bowls

  • OPEN LATE - Thursdays until 8pm | Fridays & Saturdays until 9pm

  • OPEN LATE - Thursdays until 8pm | Fridays & Saturdays until 10pm

    Live Music

    Fridays 6-9PM - FREE

    Saturdays:
    1-4PM - FREE
    6-9PM - $10 Cover (tickets at https://blockthreebrewing.com/)

  • OPEN LATE - Thursdays until 8pm | Fridays & Saturdays until 9pm

    Live Music by Juneyt 12-2PM Saturday November 15th!

    In store specials - follow The Book Loft on instagram for daily updates!

  • OPEN LATE - Thursdays until 8pm | Fridays & Saturdays until 9pm (closed Sunday)

    • All Retail 15% off!

    • HydraFacial $50 off, no limit on the number purchased and no expiry!

    • Get 15% back on Gift Cards, min of $200, no maximum!

  • OPEN LATE - Thursdays until 8pm | Fridays & Saturdays until 9pm

    Visit Calling Crow for daily door Crashers!

    Instagram Giveaway! Follow Calling Crow for details.

  • OPEN LATE - Thursdays until 8pm | Fridays & Saturdays until 9pm

    WEEK 1: Buy any regular price item get a brimmed hat for 30% off

    WEEK 2: Buy a regular priced item get a T-Shirt for 30% off

  • OPEN LATE - Thursdays until 8pm | Fridays & Saturdays until 9pm

  • OPEN LATE - Fridays & Saturdays until 9pm

    Offering Hot Chocolate on the patio, light meals, snacks, baked goods, Craft Beers and plenty of WARM indoor seating!

  • OPEN LATE - Thursdays until 8pm | Fridays & Saturdays until 9pm

    Save on the tax storewide!

  • OPEN LATE - Thursdays until 8pm | Fridays until 9pm

    • Save the tax from 6pm-8pm or 9pm Nov 13 and 21.

    • Fill a Pail Sale...take 20% off anything you can fit inside the pail. Nov 14 and 20

    Don’t miss the EDSS Band: Thursdays 6-8PM
    Fridays 6-9PM

  • OPEN LATE - Thursdays until 8pm | Fridays & Saturdays until 9pm

    • Shake, Rattle and Roll (roll 3 dice. Saving % equals to the sum of 3 dice.)

    • $250 Shopping Spree (Ballot Box, Draws done nightly.)

    • Free hot cider Thursdays and Fridays 6-9PM

  • OPEN LATE - Thursdays until 8pm | Fridays & Saturdays until 9pm

    Create Your Own Hot Chocolate, Apple Cider and our famous “Chiader” is back this year!

    November 15th - Catch DJ _RAEVN_ 6-8PM

  • OPEN LATE - Thursdays until 8pm | Fridays & Saturdays until 9pm

    Weekend Specials! Perogies (13), Bison Burger (18), Baked Lobster Penne (23)

    Chef Specials! Lasagna Fritti (15), Angry Chicken Penne(21), Oklahoma Smash Burger(18)

  • OPEN LATE - Thursdays until 8pm | Fridays & Saturdays until 9pm

    Stone Crock is Celebrating 50 Years!

  • OPEN LATE - Thursdays until 8pm | Fridays & Saturdays until 9pm

    Cookies and Cider samples!

  • OPEN LATE - Thursdays until 8pm | Fridays & Saturdays until 9pm

    • Enjoy delicious coffee and Christmas treats while you shop our beautiful selection of holiday decor.

    • Spin a virtual wheel to receive a discount or a small giveaway item on purchase.

    • Snap a photo outside at our Magnolia Mistletoe Archway and tag us at @magnoliasofstjacobs

  • OPEN LATE - Thursdays until 8pm | Fridays & Saturdays until 9pm

    Introducing our newest treat the Misao Croffle! Golden, buttery, and baked fresh daily.

    Celebrate Sparkles with us and enjoy a complimentary Croffle when you spend $30 or more.

  • OPEN LATE - Thursdays until 8pm | Fridays & Saturdays until 9pm

  • OPEN LATE - Thursdays until 8pm | Fridays & Saturdays until 9pm

    Enjoy 20% off all regular-priced Red Coral items! Plus, discover lots of great sale finds and explore our beautiful new holiday décor arrivals.

  • OPEN LATE - Thursdays until 8pm | Fridays & Saturdays until 9pm

    • Saturday November 15, 5-7PM Free Cookies and Treats

    • Join us for a Paw Print ornament activity

    • Nightmare before Christmas sale - any remaining Halloween cookies on sale

  • OPEN LATE - Thursdays until 8pm | Fridays & Saturdays until 9pm

    Spend & Win:
    Spend over $25 and your name will be entered to win a gift card.

  • OPEN LATE - Thursdays until 8pm | Fridays & Saturdays until 9pm

    Spend & Win:
    Spend over $25 and your name will be entered to win a gift card.

    Wine & Cheese Sampling:
    Friday, Nov. 14
    Saturday, Nov. 22
    2:30–8:30PM

    Sausage & Mustard Sampling:
    Saturday, Nov. 15

    Eby Manor Sampling:
    Friday, Nov. 21

    Sausage Pop-Up: Between the Market and The Grill:
    Fridays & Saturdays
    3:00–8:30PM

  • OPEN LATE - Thursdays until 8pm | Fridays & Saturdays until 9pm

    Featured seasonal drinks and drink and local product and food promotions

  • OPEN LATE - Thursdays & Fridays until 8pm | Saturdays until 7pm

    Tax free on all regular priced clothing!

  • OPEN LATE - Thursdays until 8pm | Fridays & Saturdays until 9pm

    Warm up at our outdoor fireplace during the evenings.

  • OPEN LATE - Thursdays until 8pm | Fridays & Saturdays until 9pm

    It's time to celebrate with us in style!

    • Spin To Win Wheel with any puchase made. Save 10%-50% OFF your ENTIRE purchase.

    • Complimetary Coffee & Sweet Treats

  • OPEN LATE - Thursdays until 8pm | Fridays & Saturdays until 9pm

  • "Christmas Getaway" Promotional Rates:

    Sunday & Monday: $139 (for a Standard Room or a Studio Suite)

    Tuesday: $149 (Standard) / $159 (Studio Suite)

    Wednesday: $159 (Standard) / $169 (Studio Suite)

    Thursday: $169 (Standard) / $179 (Studio Suite)

    Friday & Saturday: $179 (Standard) / $189 (Studio Suite)

    How Your Guests Can Book:

    Booking is simple. Patrons can use the "Christmas Getaway Code" in two ways:

    Book Online:

    Visit our website: https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/wlobrhx-hampton-suites-waterloo-st-jacobs/

    Click "Special Rates" and enter the Corporate ID: 0003463440 in the “Corporate #” field.

    Book by Phone:

    Call our local line at (519) 514-0090.

    Ask for the "Christmas Getaway Code" or reference Corporate ID 0003463440.

*Food establishments (Restaurants, Cafe’s, Quick food, Breweries)

During Sparkles, many shops and restaurants stay open later to welcome visitors—but even those not officially signed up often join in the festive spirit! You’ll find plenty of places to explore, shop, and dine as you stroll through the village. Discover all the unique boutiques, galleries, and eateries that make St. Jacobs special.

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Parking During Sparkles

St. Jacobs offers free on-street parking in the downtown core for up to three hours, unless otherwise posted.

There are also two municipal parking lots available free all day:

Front Street Parking Lot (Bus Parking) – all day

Albert/Water Street Parking Lot (Cars, Campers, and Buses) – all day

These lots are connected with private businesses lots, so please watch for posted signs. Out of courtesy, please avoid parking in front of residents’ driveways.

Spillover Parking: Additional parking is available at the St. Jacobs Mennonite Church (click for location).