Holiday festivities, annual Blueberry Drop returning to Burgaw

BURGAW, N.C. (WECT) – The town of Burgaw is preparing to ring in the holiday season with a lineup of winter events and the return of a traditional New Year’s Eve celebration.

Town officials are kicking off the celebrations with an outdoor market and a milestone tree lighting on Small Business Saturday, giving residents an opportunity to support regional craftspeople while shopping for the holidays.

The festivities will continue throughout December with several family-friendly gatherings:

• Nov. 28: Christmas on the Square Vendor Market from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., featuring the 18th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Pender County Courthouse Square.
• Dec. 4: Santa in the Park at Dee’s Park from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
• Dec. 12: Santa’s Workshop at the Historic Burgaw Train Depot from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., followed by the Annual Christmas Parade in Downtown Burgaw at 5:30 p.m.
• Dec. 16: Senior Christmas Lunch & Learn at the Burgaw Town Center from noon to 1 p.m.
• Dec. 19: Breakfast with Santa at the Burgaw Town Center from 8 a.m. to noon.
• Dec. 31: Annual Blueberry Drop at the Pender County Courthouse Square from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., featuring food trucks, fireworks, and live music from ’80s tribute band Cassette Rewind.

“Both events also happen to fall on Shop Small Saturday, so plan to spend the day with us and enjoy local arts and crafts vendors to complete your Christmas shopping,” said Codie McGrew with the Town of Burgaw Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Department.

Some activities require advance registration. Community members can learn more, register, or contact the Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Department by visiting their website, calling 910-300-6401, or emailing recreation@burgawnc.gov.