Waldorf School of Palm Beach Winter Faire, Saturday, December 5, 2026, 11 AM to 3 PM. Local vendors, children's crafts and activities, and delicious food.

Saturday, December 5, 2026 · 11 AM–3 PM · Directions & parking · Admissions & ticket pickup

Made possible by our families

A Winter Faire We Create Together

Winter Faire is more than a celebration—it’s a reflection of our Waldorf community. Every family has something wonderful to contribute, whether preparing a booth, helping with activities, or lending a hand on the day.

Families are invited to volunteer with their children’s classes and help make this year’s Faire magical for everyone.

For Waldorf School of Palm Beach students’ immediate families only. ParentSquare access required.

Discover the magic

Booths & activities

Make festive memories with hands-on crafts, enchanting stories, and classic Winter Faire traditions. Use a wristband or the listed number of activity tickets at participating booths.

Photograph of a Waldorf holiday card-making booth with colorful cards, crayons, and craft materials
Rose Buds Nursery

Holiday Card

Children can create beautiful handmade holiday cards to share with their loved ones, adding their own festive touches and heartfelt messages.

Wristband acceptedor2 tickets
Photograph of a handmade miniature gnome garden
Sunflowers Nursery

Gnome Garden

Build a magical little gnome garden of your own and take your finished creation home as a charming keepsake.

Wristband acceptedor5 tickets
Photograph of colorful handmade wooden gnomes
Marigolds Nursery

Wooden Gnome Dressing

Choose a little wooden gnome and dress it up however you like, creating your own one-of-a-kind gnome to take home.

Wristband acceptedor4 tickets
Photograph of colorful wool craft materials
First grade

Wool Craft

Make your own beautiful wool ball ornament with help from our friendly instructors. Decorate your creation with colorful wool and take home a handmade keepsake to hang on your Christmas tree or share as a holiday gift.

Wristband acceptedor5 tickets
Photograph of a decorative candle arrangement
Second grade

Candle Dipping

Experience the traditional art of candle dipping. With guidance, children dip a wick in warm wax, let it cool, and gradually create their own candle to take home.

Wristband acceptedor6 tickets
Photograph of the softly illuminated Underwater Sea Cave
Fourth grade

Underwater Sea Cave

Explore an enchanting underwater-themed cave and discover the wonders hidden inside. A little surprise awaits children at the end of their journey.

Wristband acceptedor6 tickets
Photograph of families and children enjoying the Winter Faire Cake Walk
Sixth grade

Cake Walk

Gather for a musical cake walk filled with song and anticipation! Participants move together, take their places, and wait as a lucky number is drawn. A new cake walk takes place every 30 minutes.

Wristband acceptedor5 tickets
⏰ Every 30 minutes
Photograph of children listening to outdoor storytelling at Winter Faire
High school

Enchanted Forest Storytelling

Step into a world of wonder with enchanting, mystical forest stories inspired by Waldorf traditions and shared by our high school students.

Wristband acceptedor2 tickets
✦ More activity details and images are on their way. Want to enjoy additional activities? Get tickets here ↗
Little treats & special finds

Other Ticket Only Activities

These booths accept activity tickets rather than wristbands. Browse their delicious treats and gift selections, with ticket prices shown wherever confirmed.

Photograph of popcorn and snacks at the Healthy Snack Spot
Third grade

Healthy Snack Spot

Enjoy a portion of freshly made popcorn, then choose your favorite flavor or seasoning to make it your own.

Tickets only · 1–4 tickets per item
Photograph of the Cozy Cafe at Winter Faire
Fifth grade

Cozy Cafe

Warm up with coffee, refreshments, small cookies, and tasty snacks. Items cost 1–4 tickets, and proceeds support fifth grade fundraising for the pentathlon.

Tickets only · 1–4 tickets per item
Photograph of wrapped gifts at the Children’s Market
Seventh & eighth grades

Children’s Market

Browse a charming collection of little treasures to choose gifts for loved ones, then wrap your gifts yourself to make each surprise extra special. Item prices vary from 1–5 tickets.

Tickets only · 1–5 tickets per item
Handmade treasures & holiday gifts

Local Merchants

Every year, Winter Faire welcomes talented local makers and small businesses to share their wonderful creations with our community.

Photograph of a local merchant and handmade gifts at Winter Faire
An anticipated 10–15 local merchants

Discover something special for someone you love

Take time to browse a festive selection of unique finds and thoughtful holiday gifts. We hope to welcome approximately 10–15 merchants this year, with offerings that may include handmade pottery, jewelry and accessories, candles, natural soaps, textiles, wooden toys, artwork, seasonal decorations, and other artisan treasures.

Our local merchants contribute to making Winter Faire possible, and we're grateful for their support. Please stop by, meet the makers, and shop local as you search for a little something special for the holidays.

The merchant lineup and specific products are still being finalized. We'll share more details as they become available.

Something delicious for everyone

Food Vendors

Come hungry and enjoy delicious food while spending the day with friends, family, and our school community.

Photograph of families gathered at a Winter Faire community event
At least 3 food vendors expected

Make a meal of the Faire

We're looking forward to welcoming at least three food vendors serving delicious options throughout the event. These vendors also contribute to and support our Winter Faire, and we're thankful to have them as part of the celebration.

Whether you're stopping for a bite between activities or sharing a meal together, be sure to explore what's cooking!

Looking for snacks or coffee?
We encourage you to visit the Healthy Snack Spot for tasty snacks and the fifth grade Cozy Cafe for coffee, refreshments, and treats. Both are listed under Other Ticket Only Activities.

The food vendor lineup and menus will be announced once confirmed.

Getting here

Directions & parking

Please read the parking information before visiting. The event is held at the school, but guest parking is at a separate address.

Illustrated aerial guide to Winter Faire parking at the Islamic Center of Boca Raton and the three-minute walking route to Waldorf School of Palm Beach, showing NW 35th Street, NW 6th Way, and NW 5th Avenue.

Event parking — use this exact address

We are grateful to the Islamic Center of Boca Raton for kindly offering the use of their parking area for Winter Faire again this year.

3480 NW 5th Ave
Boca Raton, FL 33431

Important: Please park only at the designated address above. Parking on the grass near the school is not permitted.

📍 Parking location

Islamic Center of Boca Raton · 3480 NW 5th Ave

Use this map pin for parking. Tap “Navigate to event parking” for turn-by-turn directions.

🎪 Winter Faire location

Waldorf School of Palm Beach · 414 NW 35th Street

Event location only — please use the designated parking area and do not park on the grass near the school.
Event hours: Saturday, December 5, 2026 · 11 AM–3 PM. Please use the designated parking location, even though the festivities take place at the school.
When you arrive

Admissions & ticket pickup

Our friendly and helpful admissions team will welcome you at the entrance to Waldorf School of Palm Beach.

  1. Have your e-tickets readyFind the e-tickets sent to your email address when you made your purchase. Please open them on your phone before you reach the admissions booth.
  2. Visit the admissions booth at the entranceOur team will scan your e-tickets and give you the wristbands and/or activity tickets included in your purchase.
  3. Enjoy Winter Faire!Once you've collected your wristbands and tickets, you're ready to explore the booths and activities.

Need directions first? View parking and arrival information →

There's always room for more magic

Want to enjoy another activity?

Whether you're returning for your favorites or inviting another family, additional activity tickets are just a tap away.

Get Winter Faire tickets ↗
Together we make the magic

Volunteer for Winter Faire

Choose the sign-up for your child’s class, or join the whole-school volunteer team. Each link opens its own ParentSquare post. Thank you for sharing your time and talents!

Waldorf families only. Sign-ups are reserved for immediate families of students enrolled at Waldorf School of Palm Beach. Outside volunteers cannot register. You must have access to ParentSquare to open the sign-up forms.
Questions? Please reach out to your class parents for guidance on volunteering.
Winter Faire · 7th & 8th grades

Children’s Market Donations

Help stock a wonderful little shop where children use tickets to choose surprise gifts for their loved ones, with help from parent volunteers and Middle School students.

What can I donate?

Look around your home for good-quality items that would make thoughtful little gifts:

  • Holiday ornaments
  • Trinkets & small treasures
  • Handmade creations
  • Scarves
  • Interesting books
  • Puzzles
  • Cookbooks
  • Journals
  • Candles
  • Simple jewelry
Where to drop off donations

Donation boxes are available at both school front offices.

Thank you for helping make the Children’s Market a joyful experience for every child! 💚