The second annual Christmas In The Village Marketplace - the two town winter festival - will once again be held on Thursday, Dec. 8 from 5-8 p.m.

Businesses throughout Wenham village, 300 at Main in Wenham, downtown Hamilton and Bay Road will remain open from 5-8 p.m. to welcome visitors with refreshments and store specials.

Shoppers will be able to win a gift basket of merchandise and gift certificates from area merchants. Strolling carolers and musicians will fill the air with holiday sounds as they stroll from area to area.

To visit all the participating areas, a complimentary trolley/van service will be provided.

Whether walking or riding, be sure to view the decorated homes along Main Street.

For more information please contact Marcie at mricker@hamiltonma.gov or Don at TheHendersons300@gmail.com.