WINTER WELCOME
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2024 | 4:00 - 6:30 pm
Join the Mansfield Downtown Partnership in celebrating the start of the new season at our 12th Annual Winter Welcome!
We invite residents and friends of all ages to join in the free, frosty fun. Click on the + sign below each image below for more information.
Winter Welcome is free and open to everyone!
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Be a part of the fun: Entries now being accepted for our Trim-A-Tree Contest!
See info below.
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The Mansfield Downtown Partnership provides the trees - you provide the creativity!
Decorate a tree in a winter theme or a theme of your choice.
Trees will be displayed on Betsy Paterson Square during Winter Welcome. Visitors will vote for their favorites during the event. The top 3 vote-getters win prizes!
Past entries have included a fanciful “Lord of the (Five Gold) Rings,” a tribute to UConn Men’s 2023 National Championship team called “Winners Wonderland,” and a “Chemis-Tree” celebrating science.
Click here for more info and the sign-up form. The deadline to sign up is Wednesday, Nov. 27
Space is limited - early sign up is encouraged!
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2024 Info coming soon!
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Look for some jolly friends to arrive around 4:00 PM near Betsy Paterson Square!
Santa and Mrs. Claus will visit with friends indoors at Barnes & Noble UConn (1 Royce Circle, Suite 101) from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM!
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Help the Mansfield Resident State Troopers’ Office stuff their cruiser during Winter Welcome!
The Troopers will be stationed near Betsy Paterson Square to collect new, unwrapped gifts and toys. Suggested items include:
Gift cards for local businesses
Toys for all ages, including teens
Winter coats and snow suits
Stocking stuffers
All donated items will be distributed to Mansfield families in need.
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2024 Info coming soon!
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2024 Info coming soon!
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This event is rain, snow, or shine.
Some activities may be adjusted due to weather. Changes will be announced on this page.