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Dicken’s Fest premieres at Historic Smithville. An original musical adaptation of “A Christmas Carol,” Charles Dickens’ heartwarming tale, by Riddlesbrood Touring Theatre Company. The cast of the shows includes actors from Riddlesbrood’s troupe, along with many children of all ages from the community, with a rousing Christmas carol sing-along playing a featured role in the production performed on their portable outdoor stage.

Dickens Fest is free to the public and parking is free.

Historic Smithville will be bustling with activities for the whole family during the weekend. Its 50 charming, specialty shoppes, the award-winning, historic Smithville Inn restaurant and three other restaurants within the village will all be open to visit and enjoy before the shows, during intermissions or after the shows.

For added entertainment, the whimsical Smithville Train and charming Smithville Carousel, will be running both days for children and adults.

Everyone is encouraged to stay at least until nightfall for the highlight of Historic Smithville’s annual Christmas celebration. That’s when an orchestrated Holiday Lights Show begins with 120 Christmas trees decorated with over 50,000 Christmas lights appear to magically float on Lake Meone in the center of Historic Smithville. This captivating Holiday Lights Show can be seen from either side of the village, as well as from the bridge, from 5:30-8:30 pm.