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How
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A Victorian Country Christmas started as an idea many years ago. Lynda
Pressey had just experience the loss of her sister due to cancer. Her heart was touched by
a Christmas event that she witnessed at Disneyland and wondered if it would be possible to
create a special Christmas event in Washington someday. About twenty years ago she and her
husband Rod Pressey invested his retirement funds in this dream. Working out of their
garage, then out of an office park/ warehouse they along with a designer created the
vision of this unique event.
 Rather than just a gift show with booths they wanted a Christmas
Festival that would literally infuse people with the spirit and feeling of Christmas.
Storefronts were created and sets were designed to give the fairgrounds in Puyallup the
look and feel of a Victorian Village in the late 1800's. Three buildings were decorated
top to bottom to give the feeling that you were walking down an old fashioned street
passing beautiful shops filled with hand crafted and one of a kind gift items. Artists
from throughout the United States and Canada signed up to be in the show and we opened the
doors to patrons from throughout the United States and Canada. This event has been going
strong since 1988 and has become a tradition for families and friends from all different
walks of life.
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How
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 This is not a show it is an experience. From the minute you enter this show
you will be blessed. With all the challenges that we face in our daily lives it is our
hope that our show will be a delightful and refreshing diversion. A Victorian Country
Christmas is a direct reflection of our values and beliefs in terms of the way people are
treated, the professionalism of the event and the type of entertainment that is presented.
The Puyallup Fairgrounds was originally chosen as the site for our festival because of the
family values and community spirit that they represent. We want people to feel that they
have experienced Christmas; that the season of giving has begun. We want patrons to leave
having been infused with kindness. This is a family event filled with shopping and
entertainment, but above all we want to acknowledge the beginning of the Christmas Season.
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What
kind of entertainment can we expect? |
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 A Victorian Country Christmas features the best professional
entertainment in the United States. There is no need to go to Branson Missouri! There are
20 stage shows daily fearing professional entertainment perfect for families. Let me
briefly talk about a couple of highlights. The Silver Spurs Country Western Revue features
the best singers, dancers, acrobats and comedians in a rousing revue that will have you
singing, laughing and tapping your feet. Stardust Follies is back with a brand new show.
This Broadway style extravaganza features professional entertainers that are all over 50
years young. Music, dance, comedy and incredible costumes make for a fantastic show.
 Many other artists will take the stage at this event as well as wonderful
strolling performers. One of the unique features of a Victorian Country Christmas is the
Singing Nativity. For those that truly want a dynamic and powerful experiences this is a
must see. Featuring over one hundred and twenty five singers and dancers this
presentations features the most beautiful Christmas Carols and Christmas music. Conducted
by Dean Emeritus of Edmonds Community College, Ed Aliverti and the cast bring the story of
Christmas to life. Beautiful Costumes and sets make for an unforgettable experience.
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What
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Each Patron will receive an old fashioned newspaper that will serve as their
guide to A Victorian Country Christmas. Check out the opportunity to win incredible door
prizes. See show times for entertainment and learn about strolling musicians such as the Evergreen Brass, Love Notes and The
Christmas Belles. You can also see and locate any one of our 560 Christmas stores by name
or one of our food vendors by looking at our easy to read maps in the center section of
our newspaper or download the sitemap
in Adobe PDF. Don't
forget a carriage or train ride between buildings and a package check in is available to
make your experience easy and fun. Security is top notch at our event. US Marines will
make sure that you feel safe as you enjoy this wonderful show. We also have the most
beautiful Santa setting for breathtaking keepsake photos. Our lovely Santa and Mrs. Claus
take time with your children and listen to the wishes of adults too.
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Is
Toys for Tots is in someway being supported by A Victorian Country Christmas? |
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 This has been a long running relationship between Toys for Tots and Victorian
Country Christmas. Toys for Tots is a wonderful program operated by the US Marine Corps.
This year, as always, we encourage everyone to bring a toy for a needy child to drop
points at both main entrances.
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If
we get hungry at A Victorian Country Christmas can we eat? |
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 At Victorian Country Christmas we have a great variety of family home style
cooking, kid friendly items, heart healthy selections and wonderful specialty and ethnic
foods. There is plenty of seating available so everyone can enjoy a great meal at our
festival. We have wonderful
vendors that sell specialty food items perfect for gifts or a special treat. If you
are looking for a sweet treat for a gift or snack well then you cannot beat Seattle Fudge.
They have been a fixture in the Northwest for many years selling the finest tasting
homemade fudge and confections. We also have other fabulous treats such as Bavarian
Roasted Nuts, Kettle Corn, Homemade Killian Carmel Corn, Chocolates and more.
Food, Fun, Shopping, Entertainment and
More! Don't miss this wonderful
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