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Weekend Planner: Winterfest, Christmas Carol and More

Check out our picks for the top activities and hot spots to hit this weekend.

It’s Thursday and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend.

Gig Harbor Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-with-work, get-me-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and new establishments to explore.

 

Winterfest Arts and Crafts Fair

  •   Where/When: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Saturday, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. on Sunday at .
  • Why Go: Peninsula High School becomes a winter wonderland during Winterfest, highlighted by the Hall of Wreaths Silent Auction, Food Fair and holiday music performed by students. Thousands come each year for the holiday shopping: 200 artists display their handcrafted wares and gourmet food. 
  • Cost: $3

 

"A Christmas Carol" at the Paradise

  • Where/When: 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, 3:00 p.m. on Sunday at the .
  • Why Go: What better way to ring in the holidays than by attending a production of the Charles Dickens classic.
  • Cost: $10-$22

 

  • Where/When: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Friday and Saturday at Peacock Hill Gallery.
  • Why Go: Peacock Hill Gallery extends a warm invitation to our Holiday Open House. Four local artists work will be on display and available for purchase. Refreshments and seasonal good cheer will also be a part of this wonderful event.
  • Cost: Free

 


  • Where/When: 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday at . 
  • Why Go: The soul fusion music of Kelsie Bahr on Friday; rock and blues guitarist Steve Stefanowicz plays Saturday. Come get your music fix. 21 and over only.
  • Cost: Free

 

  • Where/When: 2-4 p.m. on Saturday at .
  • Why Go: Sharon is a wonderful local artist who loves to share her enthusiasm and passion for art. Sharon is one of the three artists currently on display in "IllusTRIOus Friends: An Exhibition of Sharon Carr, Joan Teed & William Turner" in our gallery. Please stop in and enjoy these beautiful paintings from each of these fantastic local artists.
  • Cost: Free

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