Christmas in Odessa is a self-guided walking tour of private homes and public buildings, many dating from the 18th and 19th centuries, decorated for the holidays. The tour will take place on December 6, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. In addition to the house tour, we have many special events, which are included in the ticket price. This event is held rain or shine.
December 6, 2025
Schedule of Events
This event is held rain or shine.
9:30am:
Tickets
Same day tour tickets are on sale at the Old Academy Building located at 4th & Main Streets and at the Historic Odessa Foundation’s Visitor Center located at 201 Main Street.
Click the Buy Tickets button above to purchase tickets in advance.
Fresh Greens Sale-
Located at the Fieldstone Stable
202 Main Street from 9:30am to 4:00pm
Wreaths, ornaments, and fresh greens including white pine, magnolia, boxwood and holly will be for sale at the barn behind the Wilson Warner House at 202 Main Street. Greens sale is open to the public.
10am-5pm:
*(tickets required)
*Tour of Private Homes & Public Buildings
Santa and Mrs. Claus
Santa is moving to a new location this year!! You can find him at 506 High Street. You may visit him there and take your own photos from 10:00am to 4:00pm.
Gingerbread House Decorating Contest
Come to 506 Main Street to see the Gingerbread House display from 10:00am to 4:00pm. This year we have a People’s Choice Award and encourage you to vote for your favorite.
Tea & Cookies
Hosted by The Women’s Club of Odessa
Served from 11:00am to 3:00pm at the Historic Odessa Foundation’s Visitor Center located at 201 Main Street.
Christmas Concerts
Performed at St. Paul’s Church at 406 Main Street and open to the public.
11:00am- MOT Male Choir
12:00- Bell Ringers Concert
12:15pm- Chancel Choir
12:30pm- St. Paul’s Choir performs a “Christmas Sing Along.”
Tracker Organ Concert
2:00-4:00pm Tracker organ concert by Ken Warner at Old St. Paul’s Church at 506 High Street. Open to the public.
5:30pm:
Odessa Tree Lighting Ceremony
Lawn of the Old Academy located at 4th & Main Streets
ADVANCE TICKET SALES
Advance tickets are $25.00 and children ages 6-12 are $5.00. If ordering by mail, send a SASE with either a personal check or money order. We cannot accept credit cards by mail. Make checks payable to The Women's Club of Odessa. We will send tickets for all requests received by November 15th. Checks received after November 15th will be returned. Our mailing address is:
Christmas In Odessa Tickets
The Women's Club of Odessa
P.O. Box 254
Odessa, Delaware 19730
Tickets may also be purchased in advance at the Historic Odessa Foundation Visitors Center Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sunday, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Tickets go on sale November 1.
Tour Prices
Tickets are $25.00 in advance and $30.00 if purchased on the day of the tour. Children ages 6 to 12 are $5.00, and children under 6 years old are free.
2nd Annual Gingerbread House DECORATING CONTEST
Judging takes place during Christmas In Odessa on December 6th.
Adult and child categories with Ribbons for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners, and People’s Choice Award
Registration CLOSED
Vote for People’s Choice Award between 10:00-4:00 on 12/6/25
Christmas in Odessa: History
The first Christmas in Odessa was born 61 years ago as a fundraiser for The Women's Club of Odessa. Our purpose was to fund higher education scholarships for local high school seniors, who live in the Appoquinimink School District. With the help and cooperation of Odessa homeowners, we have provided over $300,000 in scholarships to over 200 students. Additionally, we have been able to contribute to many worthwhile community organizations and projects. We are proud to make these contributions to our community, and we are fortunate to have the encouragement of the many fine people who have supported us through the years.
