Annual Jefferson tradition

Wassail Walk & Lighting of the Enchanted Forest

Name: Wassail Walk & Lighting of the Enchanted Forest
Start: 2026-11-28
End: 2026-11-28
Location: Jefferson, Texas

Jefferson's official kickoff to the Christmas season on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Stroll historic downtown sipping warm spiced wassail at participating boutiques during the Wassail Walk (12–5 PM), followed by the evening Christmas Parade and Lighting of the Enchanted Forest with 100+ decorated Christmas trees at Lions Park.

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Thanksgiving Weekend in Jefferson

Combine the Wassail Walk and Tree Lighting with historic downtown Black Friday shopping and family cottage stays.

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Why go

Historic Wassail Walk (12–5 PM)
Christmas Parade & Santa arrival
Lighting of the Enchanted Forest (100+ trees)
Small Business Saturday shopping

Plan the weekend

Thanksgiving weekend draws holiday shoppers and multi-generation family gatherings — reserve holiday dining and stays early.

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