Join us Saturday, September 26, during Autumn Leaf Festival Weekend, for a very special 40th Anniversary Celebration at Kris Kringl!
After enjoying the Autumn Leaf Festival Parade at noon, come downtown for an afternoon and evening filled with special guests, artist demonstrations, signings, raffle prizes, sweet treats and holiday inspiration!
Special guests include:
-Christopher Radko Designer Joseph Walden
-Department 56 Villages Designer Paul Lundberg
-Old World Christmas Brand Ambassador Joe Murphy
-Glow Decor Artist Dona Gelsinger
-Inner Beauty Artist Trieste Cordova
-Local Artist Candice Ann
-Royal Lady of the Autumn Leaves Jenny Evans
Artists will be available throughout the day to meet guests and sign pieces.
Saturday, Sept. 26 Schedule
2:00 PM — Learn to personalize your own complimentary ornament with local artist Candice Ann.
3:00 PM — Department 56 Villages Designer Paul Lundberg shares the inspiration behind this year’s special 50th Anniversary Department 56 pieces. Gifts with purchase while supplies last!
4:00 PM — Discover and try for yourself the ancient art of painting ornaments from the inside with Inner Beauty Artist Trieste Cordova.
5:00 PM — Christopher Radko Designer Joseph Walden discusses the creative process and artistic approach behind these exquisite, handmade European ornaments.
6:00 PM — Watch Glow Decor Artist Dona Gelsinger paint a masterpiece live before your eyes in an entertaining and inspiring demonstration.
7:00 PM — Hear about ornament trends—including Jimothy!—from Joe Murphy of Old World Christmas.
Raffle drawings will take place following each scheduled event!
❤️ Share Your Kris Kringl Story!
To celebrate 40 years of memories, we’re also hosting our 40th Anniversary Story Contest, with a $1,000 Kris Kringl shopping spree going to one lucky winner!
Share your favorite memory of Kris Kringl and Leavenworth — whether it’s a family tradition, special celebration, childhood visit, or meaningful moment connected to our store and community. Email elves@kriskringl.com.
The winning story will be announced during Autumn Leaf Festival Weekend.
