Seasonal & Holidays

The Holiday Stroll Returns To Stamford This Season

The popular and festive holiday event is back for 2023.

The event will begin on Nov. 24 and run through Dec. 24 on select dates.
The event will begin on Nov. 24 and run through Dec. 24 on select dates. (Courtesy of Hey Stamford!)

STAMFORD, CT — The Holiday Stroll, powered by Stamford Ford, is returning to Mill River Park for another year of joyous celebration — this time with a revamped experience for all to enjoy.

The event will begin on Nov. 24 and run through Dec. 24 on select dates from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Kids under 10 can enter for free; tickets for adults are $25 and can be purchased here.

The festive walk through downtown Stamford’s Mill River Park will transport you to a winter wonderland adorned with larger-than-life Christmas displays and breathtaking illuminations.

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Highlights include:

  • Monumental Christmas Displays: Be awe-inspired by a 30-foot Christmas tree adorned with hundreds of twinkling lights, all synchronized to your favorite holiday tunes. Marvel at monumental three-dimensional ornaments with gold interiors, a candy cane arch, and a 16-foot gingerbread house – perfect for family photos.
  • Christmas Village: Warm up by the fire pits scattered around the Christmas tree and experience the thrill of Mill River Park's ice-skating rink (additional cost). Enjoy multiple food vendors and themed treats like cider doughnuts, and hot cocoa with marshmallows.

New this year is the "Drive to Give," a collaborative initiative between Stamford Ford and Hey Stamford!

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Starting from Thanksgiving and leading up to Christmas, "The Holiday Stroll - Drive to Give" will surprise a deserving family each week with $1,000 in cash and complimentary tickets to The Holiday Stroll.

Residents can nominate families or individuals and share heartwarming stories by emailing FordDriveToGive@gmail.com.

Ilario Altamura, partner at Parachute Concerts, is presenting The All-New Holiday Stroll for the third year running.

For more information, including dates and times, ticket information and a full list of FAQs, visit The Holiday Stroll website.

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