Holiday Walk
Saturday, November 19 beginning at 10 a.m.
Celebrate Santa's arrival in Downtown Kirkwood! See the Schedule
of Events.
There will be fun for the entire family atDowntown Kirkwood's
Holiday Walkin downtown Kirkwood Saturday, November 19 beginning at
9:30 a.m. Activities for children, holiday shopping, free
entertainment and refreshments will make this day a festive way to
begin your celebration of the holiday season.
Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus will delight children with their
arrival by Amtrak train. After his grand entrance, Santa will pose
for photos. Be sure to bring your camera to snap a photo for your
Christmas cards! Adults will enjoy shopping for holiday gifts
offered by Downtown Kirkwood's unique specialty stores-many of
which will feature free refreshments and special offers.
The Kirkwood Train Station, 110 E. Argonne, is the headquarters
for children's activities. Santa will greet his admirers and
letters to Santa will be accepted from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00
p.m. Mrs. Claus will captivate young listeners with her
holiday stories beginning at 10:00 a.m. The Lucille Rapp
Tumblers and Dancers, The St. Peters School Choir and The Statesmen
Singers will also perform during the event. Also from the train
station, catch the Holiday Trolley and take a free ride around
historic Downtown Kirkwood from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
During the Downtown Kirkwood Holiday Walk, Youth in Action (YIA)
a nonprofit community service organization, will be accepting
donations for Nurses for Newborns and Make-A-Wish Foundation at the
train station. Canned food, baby food and cash donations will
be collected. While they last, delicious cookies from
McArthur's Bakery and hot chocolate will be available.
Kirkwood Kiwanis will also be serving free grilled hot dogs near
the historic Kirkwood Train Station.
At Kirkwood Farmers' Market, the Gingerbread Shoppe and
Christmas Tree Lot will sample their special holiday candies and
baked goods and offer a preview of their natural decorations and
Christmas trees.
The Holiday Walk is coordinated by Downtown Kirkwood Special
Business District with support from McArthur's Bakery. 
