WinterFest, White Plains’ downtown holiday market, will kick off on December 18 and run through December 23. The event will feature live music, prepared food, and artisans and craftspeople selling one-of-a-kind items.

Presented by the City of White Plains and Bensidoun USA, WinterFest is modeled on the holiday markets found throughout Europe that bring communities together and serve as meeting places for friends and family. The idea is to extend that tradition to downtown White Plains and create an atmosphere of cheer as well as a friendly holiday gathering place.

The Market will be open Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and Monday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Cost: Free. Location: Court Street between Martine Avenue and Main Street (the same location as the farmer’s market), White Plains, NY. For more info, visit WhitePlainsWinterFest.com.