Southold's 4th Annual WinterFest Unfolds Saturday: See Full Schedule

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NORTH FORK, NY — A winter wonderland is set to unfold on the North Fork as the Southold Town economic development committee presents the 4th Annual WinterFest, an event that brings the community together in the heart of the hamlet.

The event is scheduled to take place on Main Road in Southold on Saturday, February 8, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.

The annual "Norman Rockwellesque" event celebrates the community of Southold and promotes its many local businesses and organizations. All residents, out-of-towners and interested Southold businesses are invited. Scores of local businesses and organizations and more than 1,500 visitors are expected to participate, organizers said.

The event is free to all residents and visitors. In addition to Southold hamlet merchants, the event will feature 50 exhibits celebrating local businesses and organizations.

WinterFest 2025 will also include live entertainment, free food and beverage samplings, fun activities for adults and children, special events and prizes.

Southold Town's economic development committee was created by the Southold town board to advance initiatives that support economic growth for residents and businesses The volunteer committee is charged with promoting economic vitality, as outlined in the town’s comprehensive plan.