The Joelton Farmers & Makers Market Presents The Joelton Christmas Festival

NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Dec. 8, 2025 - PRLog -- The Joelton Farmers & Makers Market proudly presents the 2025 Joelton Christmas Festival, a heartfelt, volunteer-run celebration where local farms, creators, and small businesses give their time and talents to light up the holiday season for everyone in Joelton.

This isn't just an event – it's neighbors lifting neighbors, creators sharing their craft, and hometown pride glowing bright. The JF&MM has been serving the community for two years along with their regular Saturday markets from March through November, the vendor fees help support three annual events, the Easter Festival, Harvest Festival, and end of year finale with Joelton Christmas Festival.

Event Details:

• Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
• Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Location: Whites Creek Pike (from Twice Daily to Truist Bank), Joelton, TN 37080
• Admission: FREE

Bring the whole family and feel the warmth of a true small-town Christmas made possible by the people who call Joelton home. From our hands and hearts to yours – welcome home to the Joelton Christmas Festival.https://www.facebook.com/TheJoeltonFarmersandMakersMarket

"The Joelton Christmas Festival is organized and presented by the Joelton Farmers & Makers Market – a dedicated group of local farms, creators, and businesses donating their time and resources, from our hearts to our Joelton community," said Jane Hughes, Founder of the JF&MM. "This day belongs to all of us."

From Natalie, volunteer… I started volunteering at the Joelton Makers Market last Christmas and instantly saw how it genuinely supports local businesses and our community year-round. It's warm, open, and all about bringing people together. I was looking for real community—this market showed me what it is and introduced me to amazing folks who truly show up for Joelton.

Event Highlights & Activities

• Pictures with Santa (All Day)
• Pictures with Grinch (All Day)
• Petting Zoo (All Day)
• Inflatables (All Day)
• Live music performed by Tyler Shuck, followed by Stephanie Ryan (All Day)
• S'mores by the fire (11am - Until we run out!)
• Candy Cane Fairy Stilt Walker (2pm & 3pm)
• Face Painting, Balloon Animals, Comedy, Fire Juggling, Magic Tricks, and more! (1pm-4pm)
• Decorated Jeep Clubs with Candy (All Day)
• Food trucks + cozy seating with firepit to warm up
• Over 40 local businesses and vendors with one-of-a-kind gifts
• Donation drive: canned goods for Joelton Hope Center & school supplies for Joelton Elementary

Longtime vendor Billy Brown, known as "the goat guy," shared: "I love the joy and excitement that the kids have when they get to hold, pet and interact with the farm animals. It's a great connection and learning lesson that they truly enjoy. The market is a blessing filled with wonderful choices of many skilled craftsmen and products from small community businesses. I'm grateful to have a part in spreading joy and happiness in this community market."

Josie of Josie's Brew, a founding vendor who crafts natural hot sauces and kombucha, reflected: "These markets and festivals created a new sense of community and hope in Joelton… When I set up for the Joelton Market, I know I am not only going to see customers, but friends and community members that truly care about their neighbors. That's what I love the most: Community, Hope, and a sense of belonging."

Mike & Nemo of Xtracts LLC / Hemp Factory Outlet / 41A Kitchen & Catering said: "We have enjoyed working with the Joelton Farmers and Makers Market team. We have sponsored events, been a vendor, and have been customers too. We had a blast during the Harvest Festival! The volunteers and vendors were all amazing, and we had one of our best sales days slinging burgers and cheesesteaks. If you are a small business or are running a cottage business on the side, this group is worth checking out for sure. Their commitment to our community and their dedication to pouring resources back into it is a breath of fresh air."

Longtime supporter and Joelton resident Paula Ropp added: "Every community has important parts to make up its whole. Grocery store, post office, restaurants. We, in Joelton, are lucky enough to also have a farmers market. Fresh produce and home made goodies are a treat for us. The folks who put this on, who make this easy for all of us are heroes. I miss the market in the off months and look forward to its return."

From Hempcetera, Bobbi Jo "I love being a part of JF&MM. I setup at many farmers markets around town and JF&MM is one of my favorites, it feels like home. The market gives off a strong family vibe instead of a strictly business market like others. JF&MM provides a consistent place where small businesses like myself can pop up and sell the products that we work so hard on. From the food drives to providing free meals to the first responders I've seen first hand how much JF&MM gives back. Also they put on this extravagant Christmas festival that proves how much they care for the community, Jane goes all out to make sure the kids feel the magic of Christmas. I'm proud to be a member of the JF&MM fam!"