Limited Spots Available for these Hands-On Holiday Experiences!
HAMBURG, NEW YORK – The Fairgrounds Festival of Lights is adding even more magic to its 21st season with the debut of two brand-new, hands-on holiday classes. On certain nights, guests can pair their visit to the Festival with a one-of-a-kind make and take experience, featuring expert-led workshops in charcuterie and greenery.
- Snow Globe Charcuterie Class on December 11. Led by Kristen from Meet & Eat Charcuterie (Buffalo, NY), this interactive workshop transforms your favorite holiday bites into a whimsical winter centerpiece. Guests will create their own Snow Globe Charcuterie, complete with sugared fruit, a salami evergreen tree, and artisan cheeses from Eden Valley Creamery. Each participant will enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne in a souvenir flute (21+), a recipe card and resource list, and a Festival Drive-Thru carload pass valid the night of the class.
Two sessions are available on December 11: 5:00–6:30 p.m. and 7:00–8:30 p.m.
Cost: $80 per participant or $150 for two participants.
Registration closes December 3. Space is limited.
- Holiday Kissing Ball Class on December 18. Join the floral experts, Suzanne and Traci, from Lockwood’s Greenhouses & Farm (Hamburg, NY) to craft your own 15-inch evergreen kissing ball, complete with a festive bow and hanger. Guests will work with fresh greenery and seasonal accents to design a timeless holiday decoration that’s both beautiful and fragrant. Participants will receive a complimentary glass of champagne in a souvenir flute (21+), and a Full Experience pass to the Festival of Lights valid the night of the class.
The class runs 3:00–4:30 p.m. (check-in at 2:45 p.m.).
Cost: $80 per participant or $150 for two participants.
Registration closes December 10. Space is limited.
Both classes take place inside the Winter Wonderland Workshop at the Fairgrounds Festival of Lights in Hamburg, NY. Participants must be 18 or older, and registration can be made online at https://www.the-fairgrounds.com/festivalclasses
About the Fairgrounds Festival of Lights
The Fairgrounds Festival of Lights is WNY’s largest lightshow, celebrating its 21st season in 2025. Located on the Fairgrounds in Hamburg, New York, the Festival is produced by the Erie County Agricultural Society. For more information regarding the Fairgrounds Festival of Lights visit www.FairgroundsHoliday.com.


