SCHUYLKILL WINTERFEST 2025 proudly sponsored by CACL Financial
Date: Saturday, January 18, 2025
Location: Alvernia University Pottsville CollegeTowne, 500 Progress Ave, Pottsville PA 17901
The Growth Factor - this podcast episode talks about all things Winterfest!
VENDORS
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Explore local crafters, artisans, food, and informational booths! Vendors will be located throughout Alvernia University Pottsville CollegeTowne and in the parking lot.
Vendors Include: 5 Schmuck's Winery; Backyard Bougie; Benigna's Creek Vineyard & Winery; E&E Soul Food, LLC, EandCCrafting; Essentially Blessed Elderberry Syrup; Face Painting by Pattysweetcakes; Honey Brook Farm; Howl Mountain Pet Kitchen, LLC; Imperfections by Nikki; Inside Out Cookie Co.; Jack-AZZ Distilling; Jolsie Boutique & Tiny Cubs and Co.; Lori's Lattes Coffee Truck; Lucy & Leigh; Main Street Moonshine; Pilger Ruh Brewing; Rebel Hive Meadery; Reitnour Bookkeeping Inc.; Ruth Steinert Memorial SPCA; Schuylkill County Historical Society; Tayzed Permanent Jewelry; The Crafty Groomer; The Messy Pig; Together With Light Candles; Uncle Paul's Stuffed Pretzels
YUENGLING BEER BAR
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Join us at the Yuengling Beer Bar for a refreshing taste of America’s Oldest Brewery! Enjoy a variety of Yuengling’s iconic beers in a lively and welcoming atmosphere. Commemorative Schuylkill Winterfest mugs proudly sponsored by Bob Weaver Auto will be available for purchase on the day of the event!
Don't miss this opportunity to savor local brews, celebrate the community, and take home a keepsake! Cheers!
ICE SCULPTURE DEMONSTRATION proudly sponsored by Onvo
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00/3:00 p.m.
Location: In the middle of the Alvernia University Pottsville CollegeTowne Parking Lot.
Watch a live ice sculptor create a dazzling work of art throughout the day!
KIDS’ AREA proudly sponsored by Renewal by Andersen of Central Pennsylvania
- 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.: Free Airbrush Tattoos (Water Resistant & Last 2-3 days typically) - Get a cool, long-lasting design with our free airbrush tattoos, available from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Perfect for the kids!
- 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.: Snowball Throwing Contest - Join the fun from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. by tossing fake snowballs into a bucket! Distances are adjusted by age group. The winners will be announced at 12:00 p.m. and will receive a Guardian bike.
- 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.: Tallest Marshmallow Tower Contest - Test your creativity from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. as you compete to build the tallest marshmallow tower. The winner will be announced at 1:00 p.m. and win a Guardian Bike!
- 11:00 a.m. – While Supplies Lasts: Hot Chocolate Station - Warm up with delicious hot chocolate provided by Lehigh Valley Hospital–Schuylkill, available from 11:00 a.m. until supplies last.
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE proudly sponsored by Explore Schuylkill
Location: Explore Schuylkill Stage located in the corner of Alvernia's parking lot near the entrance.
- 12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.: Meet the Contestants of the Greater Pottsville Winter Carnival
- 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.: Live Band Performance by Hooligan
MRS. T’S PIEROGY EATING CONTEST proudly sponsored Mrs. T's Pierogies
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
Location: In front of Stage
Come cheer on contestants as they tackle this fun food challenge! If you are interested in participating please contact Member Relations Director Anthony Merchlinsky at amerchlinsky@schuylkillchamber.com!
BOILO CONTEST proudly sponsored Pioneer Pole Buildings, Inc.
Time: 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Location: Inside Alvernia University to the left
Show off your traditional and non-traditional Boilo recipes!
If you are interested in participating please contact Member Development & Outreach Director Cierra Abrachinsky at cabrachinsky@schuylkillchamber.com!
- Tickets will be available to purchase near the Yuengling Beer Bar (where you purchase beer tickets) at the event for those 21 years of age and older. Pre-sale tickets will not be available. Valid ID is required.
Try the Traditionals: $10/ticket
Try the Non-Traditionals: $10/ticket
CARRIAGE RIDES proudly sponsored Hidden River Credit Union
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location: Please report to the information center located inside Alvernia University Pottsville CollegeTowne to check-in for your time slot. Rides will be along Progress Avenue to Barefield and back. Tickets are being sold in advance and you can purchase them here!
- Carriage rides run every 20 minutes.
- Tickets are required and can be purchased online at Carriage Ride Tickets.
- Pre-Sale Cost: $5 per ride (max 16 people per ride). Children ages 3 and younger ride for free. Pre-sale tickets will be available until Friday, January 17 at 3:00 p.m.
Tickets will be available day-of and may be purchased at the Information Center for $10/each.
50/50 RAFFLE
Time: A 50/50 raffle will be going on throughout the day. The winner will be announced at 3:30 p.m. on the Explore Schuylkill Stage. Don’t miss your chance to win!
FREE EVENT PARKING, proudly sponsored by AmeriHealth Caritas Pennsylvania
Capital Parking Garage
Business Lots: All located along Terry Reiley Way, Pottsville, PA 17901- Washery Car Wash parking lot
- Service Access and Management, Inc. parking Lot
- Additional Parking after 12:00 p.m. at Geisinger parking lot